Duane Lantis
Augusta
Summary
Results-driven production professional prepared for demanding roles in manufacturing and operations management. Proven track record of enhancing production efficiency and maintaining high-quality standards. Focused on team collaboration and adaptability to changing project needs, with strong skills in process optimization and leadership. Motivates employees to align performance with company objectives in fast-paced production environments. Superior competency in resource allocation, production scheduling and workflow management.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
EPI Marketing Services
Battle Creek, MI
01.2016 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Responsible for Bindery, Shipping departments and Inkjet mailing equipment (1st, 2nd & 3rd shifts)
Plant Manager
EPI Marketing Services
Battle Creek, MI
07.2006 - Current
- Optimize plant layout and implemented process improvements, increasing production efficiency significantly.
- Eliminate material waste and unnecessary labor hours, achieving cost reductions.
- Direct teams and programs to enhance productivity and facility output.
- Provide leadership across all employee levels, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Boost morale and productivity through motivational techniques and effective guidance.
- Monitor plant performance, identifying improvement areas and executing corrective actions.
- Train and coach staff to ensure optimal productivity and quality standards.
- Streamline supply chain operations, reducing lead times while improving inventory management.
- Oversee daily operations of 200,000 sq. ft. manufacturing plant.
- Oversee daily operations of Receiving, Shipping and Inventory Control.
Digital Press Operator
EPI Marketing Services
Battle Creek, MI
01.2006 - Current
- Monitored equipment performance metrics, conducting routine inspections to prevent potential issues from escalating into costly repairs or downtime.
- Releasing and printing daily orders on five (5) black and white Xerox presses and two (2) 4-color Igen presses.
- Coordinated with graphic designers to optimize artwork files for optimal print results on various substrates.
- Streamlined production processes with efficient organization and management of print jobs.
Production Manager
J.B. Printing Company
Kalamazoo, MI
02.1992 - 01.2006
- Instituted and enforced a company wide OSHA compliance program.
- Managed press, Bindery & Shipping.
- Hired and trained staff on all equipment.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Galesburg-Augusta High School
Galesburg, MISkills
- Production planning
- Operations management
- Staff management
- Production scheduling
- Microsoft Office
- PSI (Programmed Solutions Inc)
- AS400 Inventory Control System
- ISO 9000 Certified
Timeline
Production Manager
EPI Marketing Services
01.2016 - Current
Plant Manager
EPI Marketing Services
07.2006 - Current
Digital Press Operator
EPI Marketing Services
01.2006 - Current
Production Manager
J.B. Printing Company
02.1992 - 01.2006
High School Diploma -
Galesburg-Augusta High School