Earl Wiggley

Multi-site manufacturing director (Rantoul, IL & Vista, CA)

• Implemented Proactive Safety systems that drove Recordable injuries from 13 to 2 in 3years
• Improve line efficiency (OEE) across multiple production lines by minimum 10% and up to 120%
• Drove schedule attainment from 75% to 93% within 2 years
• Led multiple vertical startups on business-critical lines
• Leading integration and standardization across entire Supply Chain
• Use Lean tools, systems and processes to drive out Waste; ongoing cost savings projects of > $1MM/year
• Created 5-year strategic capital plan for equipment/facility
• Provide strategic leadership in the delivery of Digital Transformation (Oracle implementation)
• Cultivating a high-performance culture within the organization by setting clear expectations for employees at all levels, providing regular feedback, and recognizing achievement.
• Collaborated closely with various department heads on strategic planning initiatives to ensure alignment between corporate goals.
• Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
• Direct technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
• Manage a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
• Fostered culture of continuous improvement, introducing regular review sessions that boosted team performance and morale.

• Delivered improved KPI (Safety, Quality, Line Performance, Cost-P&L, Logistics) for site with multiple high-speed, cold fill beverage production operations, including PET bottle blow mold operation, water treatment systems (nano and reverse osmosis)
• Produced over 170+ skus of multiple brands, pack sizes in cans and bottles and various configurations; 5 highspeed production lines, 5 blow molder lines and 3 blending areas
• Built a Culture of Accountability focused on results improvement through sustained work process improvement, leader development and status-at-a-glance results tracking
• Used Lean principles and tools to drive out waste and to develop standard work systems that increase capability
• Delivered improved results in a challenging environment that tended to resist change and was risk adverse – transformed the culture from complacent/reactive to be more Proactive and metrics-driven.
• Key leader on Manufacturing Lead Team for strategy development while leading the largest producing site
• Coordinated with supply chain partners to streamline procurement processes, reduce lead times, and optimize inventory levels; improved schedule attainment to > 95% and Fill Rate to >98%.
• Championed employee development programs that increased internal promotion rates and reduced turnover.
• Improved plant efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean manufacturing principles; improved overall site OEE by 10-15% points across all production lines.
• Optimized workforce scheduling practices resulting in lower labor costs and improved performance or morale.
• Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders including internal business partners, customers, suppliers and union leadership.
• Implemented Safety programs that significantly reduced workplace accidents, fostering a culture of safety awareness among employees; delivered reduction in Recordable injuries from 10/yr to 0 within 3 years; achieved 1 year without a Recordable injury
• Reduced downtime and increased productivity by implementing a proactive maintenance program for machinery and equipment.
• Boosted overall plant profitability by driving cost reduction efforts across all functional areas within the organization; developed plan and delivered > $1MM cost savings/year

• Delivered improved KPI (Safety, Quality, OEE, Cost, Logistics) for site with multiple high-speed, cold fill beverage production lines, an Aseptic filling line and Concentrate Operation
• Achieved 0 Recordable injuries for one year
• Improved line efficiencies (OEE) across all Can and Bottle lines by average or 10 OEE points
• Delivered $750K in cost savings through line consolidations, effort loss and waste elimination.
• Produced company brands and multiple co-pack customer brands
• Developed a Culture of Accountability focused on results improvement through sustained work processes
• Using Lean principles and tools to drive out waste and to develop standard work systems to increase capability
• Established metrics-driven performance management systems that encouraged accountability and fostered a high-performance work environment.
• Reduced downtime and increased productivity by implementing a proactive maintenance program for machinery and equipment.
• Championed employee development programs that increased internal promotion rates and reduced turnover costs.

• Delivered improved KPI (Safety, Quality, OEE, Cost, Logistics) for site with multiple company beverage brands and multiple co-manufactured beverage brands
• Site operations included 7 packaging lines (bottles & cans), a complex variety packaging system and an onsite Waste Water Purification Plant
• Implemented high performance principles/structure and Lean systems to build capability
• Delivered improved results in a challenging environment of declining business
• Coordinated with supply chain partners to streamline procurement processes, reduce lead times, and optimize inventory levels.
• Improved plant efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean manufacturing principles.
• Developed strategic plans to optimize resources, drive cost savings, and achieve operational excellence in the facility.
• Implemented Safety programs that significantly reduced workplace accidents, fostering a culture of safety awareness among employees; achieved 1 year without a Recordable injury

• HR Leader and Business Partner for 3 plants in the eastern region (NJ, GA & MA) of a privately held company
• Responsible for strategic HR planning, building organizational and employee capabilities, facilitating change, and building effective working relationships with leaders, employees, customers, and suppliers in support of the company strategy to deliver balanced growth year over year
• Led the integration of an acquisition site that included 60% co-manufacturing
• Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
• Established onboarding procedures to facilitate smooth transitions for new hires into the organization.
• Spearheaded diversity and inclusion efforts, fostering a welcoming workplace environment for all staff members.
• Conducted thorough compensation analyses to maintain competitive pay structures within the industry market standards.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with other department leaders to align HR strategy with overall business objectives.
• Monitored administration of benefits program to maintain compliance with employee insurance program.
• Championed change management projects, effectively communicating new policies or processes throughout the organization.
• Conducted exit interviews to better understand reasons why employees were separating from company.
• Developed comprehensive training programs, resulting in higher employee satisfaction levels and performance improvements.
• Enhanced employee engagement by implementing innovative HR programs and initiatives.
• Implemented wellness programs to promote employee health, leading to lower absenteeism rates and increased productivity.
• Recommended appropriate resolutions to employee relations concerns and handled disciplinary issues and investigations of misconduct.
• Conducted investigations and assisted with handling employee complaints involving Affirmative Action and EEOC to promote equitable workplace.
• Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
• Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.

• HR Leader and management coach for 2 plants in the eastern region (NJ & GA) of a privately held company
• Responsible for strategic HR planning, building organizational and employee capabilities, facilitating change, and building effective working relationships with leaders, employees, customers, and suppliers in support of the company strategy to deliver balanced growth year over year
• Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
• Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
• Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate smooth integration of new employees into the organization.
• Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
• Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
• Conducted salary and market benchmarking analyses to ensure competitive compensation and attract top talent.

• Delivered improved KPI (Safety, Quality, OEE, Cost, Logistics) as the leader of the single-sourced Folgers Instant Coffee brand
• Managed the very complex processing and packaging technology involved in making Folgers 'crystals.'
• Completed consolidation of all Instant volume to New Orleans and became the single source for the company
• Completed conversion from glass bottles to all plastic

• Pioneered P&G HR and Quality systems implementation for the relatively new startup site for green coffee processing and blending
• Primary site liaison to significantly improve customer-supplier relationship with on-site contract manufacturing company

• Delivered improved KPI (Safety, Quality, OEE, Cost, Logistics, Morale) for the business in each of the progressively challenging and developmental assignments below
• Integral leader in TPM and P&G IWS systems implementation
• Led the led site-wide Planned Maintenance (PM) and Education & Training (E&T) Pillars
• Site Diversity manager/trainer

• Led employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.