Dennis Raker
Warrensburg,Missouri
Summary
Results-driven shipping and manufacturing manager with extensive experience in logistics coordination and supply chain optimization. Proven track record of managing teams to streamline operations, enhance workflow, and ensure timely deliveries, driving measurable improvements in efficiency and safety.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Manager
Dollar Tree Distribution Center
09.2019 - Current
- Coordinated daily operations and managed tasks for 30-40 associates to maintain workflow.
- Coordinated with various transportation carriers to ensure timely delivery to stores.
- Scheduled trailers across US for efficient distribution of products to Dollar Tree stores.
- Trained, mentored, evaluated, and hired new associates.
Manufacturing Manager
Brogdon Machine
04.2018 - 07.2019
- Manage daily Operations of 15+ CNC Machining Centers producing parts for the aerospace industry.
- Scheduled and planned production activities to meet operational requirements and optimize workflow.
- Conducted interviews, hired staff, and managed performance appraisals, training, coaching, and discipline to foster teamwork and ensure safety.
- Made timely decisions in a fast-paced environment to address customer requirements.
- Identified and resolved machine and setup issues to sustain production flow and minimize downtime.
MANUFACTURING Manager
Triumph Structures-KC
01.2004 - 01.2018
- 13+ years LEADERSHIP experience in fast-paced environment over a multiple shift operation.
- Managed operations of 35+ CNC machining centers, delivering precision parts for aerospace industry.
- Supervised 50+ employees to ensure efficient daily operations.
- Coordinated schedules and production plans to meet and exceed production requirements.
- Interviewing, hiring, performance appraisals, discipline, training, coaching, motivating, promoting teamwork and safety.
- Able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment adapting to customer needs.
- Experience using Microsoft office applications, including: MS Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
Machinist
Triumph Structures-KC
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Vertical and horizontal machining centers.
- Operated CNC mills to produce high-quality machined parts.
- Executed precise machining processes on various components, contributing to the quality and accuracy of finished parts.
- Identified tool wear and replaced or changed worn tools to maintain production efficiency and quality standards.
- Edited, troubleshot, and performed maintenance on machining centers to ensure optimal production of aluminum components for aerospace applications.
- Experience setting-up and operating CNC machinery in a production environment.
- Work from complex drawings.
- Experience reading and interpreting drawings (GD&T), schematics.
Machinist
Stahl Specialty Company
01.1989 - 01.1999
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for aerospace applications.
- Operated hand and power tools including saws, sanders, arbor presses, lathes, mills, and grinders, while utilizing precision measuring instruments and fixtures to achieve accurate specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to ensure accurate machining processes.
- Conducted regular maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Produced aluminum castings for Caterpillar, John Deere, and various other clients, ensuring high-quality standards and customer satisfaction.
Lead Prep Operator
Gates Energy Products
01.1987 - 01.1989
Education
C++ Programming - Excel, Java
Longview Community College
01-2001
General Studies -
CMSU
01-1989
diploma -
Holden high school
01-1987
Management courses - Train the Trainer, 5S Training, Kaizen, How to Influence Change
Business and Technology College
Skills
- Supply chain management
- Transportation management
- Production planning
- Supply chain management
- Production planning
- Inventory control
- Inventory control
- Transportation management
- CNC machining
- Machine troubleshooting
- Workflow optimization
- Performance management
- Process improvement
- Precision machining
Professional References
- Dan Philips, Hightech Solutions, 816-554-2520
- Randy Self, Orizon, 913-530-8934
Management Courses
- Supervisor Courses at Business and Technology College
- Train the Trainer
- 5S Training
- Kaizen
- How to Influence Change
Timeline
Shipping Manager
Dollar Tree Distribution Center
09.2019 - Current
Manufacturing Manager
Brogdon Machine
04.2018 - 07.2019
MANUFACTURING Manager
Triumph Structures-KC
01.2004 - 01.2018
Machinist
Triumph Structures-KC
01.1999 - 01.2004
Machinist
Stahl Specialty Company
01.1989 - 01.1999
Lead Prep Operator
Gates Energy Products
01.1987 - 01.1989
C++ Programming - Excel, Java
Longview Community College
General Studies -
CMSU
diploma -
Holden high school
Management courses - Train the Trainer, 5S Training, Kaizen, How to Influence Change
Business and Technology College