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Erik A. Retzer

Murrysville,Pennsylvania

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

General ManagerManufacturing AdvisorManufacturing Sales Representative

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteHybrid
Location: Murrysville, PennsylvaniaPittsburgh, PA
Open to relocation: No

Important To Me

Work-life balance401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPaid time offWork from home option

Summary

Results-driven General Manager recognized for doubling weekly sales and enhancing operational efficiencies across manufacturing and maintenance sectors. Expertise in managing large teams and executing strategic project management initiatives that improve quality and customer satisfaction. Committed to implementing innovative solutions for continuous operational improvement.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Dick's Diner
Murrysville, Pennsylvania
04.2023 - Current
  • Significantly increased weekly sales from $24,000 to $48,000 in a 3 year time frame.
  • Manage all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Build and maintain loyal, long-term customer relationships and maintain a 4.2 Google satisfaction rating.
  • Guide management and supervisory staff to promote smooth operations.
  • Deliver exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.
  • Ensure compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
  • Monitor and impact financial performance by identifying areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
  • Oversee successful product development initiatives such as four online ordering platforms from concept through completion stages.

Manufacturing/Maintenance Manager

United States Steel Corporation
Dravonsburg, PA
06.2016 - 04.2023
  • Managed 4 teams of 25 union employees and their daily production schedules to maximize throughput.
  • Solely managed the Cold Reduction 3-5 Stands, 64/84 inch Pickle Lines, Roll Shop on weekends, holidays, back turns. Accountable for Safety, Quality, Maintenance delays/repairs, Production metrics.
  • Executed preventive maintenance program by planning and coordinating major scheduled maintenance outages.
  • Assembled production schedules for employees to manage resources and meet on time delivery deadlines for customers.
  • Enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
  • Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.
  • Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill or ability issues.

Manufacturing/Maintenance Manager

ATI Flat Rolled Products
Brackenridge, PA
03.2011 - 04.2016
  • Managed team of 30 operators in the Finishing Department (Annealing and Pickling of High Tech Alloys).
  • Supervised the Coil Prep line and Hotband Normalizer while learning the silicone process.
  • Directed a 24-hour production line through detailed instruction with operators on site and continuous oversight of production, safety, and maintenance activities via phone and e-mail in off hours.
  • Successfully trained and led a group of 10 replacement workers in Silicon Processing Operations during ATI union lock-out to exceed productivity and safety requirements.
  • Determined schedules/assignments based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and personnel skillset.
  • Compiled operational production records, repair/maintenance statistics, and test results.
  • Provided employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions.
  • Led four consecutive 90 day Line Stop Reduction Team and presented cost saving results.
  • Computed actual costs versus projected costs of materials, labor, and outside contractors.

Manufacturing Advisor

Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, MI
12.2000 - 02.2011
  • Implemented maintenance control systems, analyzed production, and audited quality control to detect production barriers and maximize throughput.
  • Developed procedures for predicative equipment maintenance, including the replacement of machines to ensure effective and safe operation of plant machinery.
  • Increased working knowledge of the maintenance field, pertaining to materials use, technological advances, and statistical studies.
  • Standardized expenditures for supplies, materials, and human resources to ensure materials, labor, and equipment were used efficiently to meet production targets.
  • Reduced personnel overtime, manpower, and production scrap while increasing efficiency.
  • Served on company Continuous Progress Improvement teams developing best practices.

Education

Associates Degree - Specialized Technology Maintenance, Electricity, and Construction

Triangle Tech
2000

Penn State University
State College, PA
1998

Skills

  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Project management
  • Problem solving
  • Facility supervision
  • Safety protocols
  • Quality control
  • Statistical process control
  • Facilities maintenance
  • Production scheduling
  • Union management strategies
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

General Manager

Dick's Diner
04.2023 - Current

Manufacturing/Maintenance Manager

United States Steel Corporation
06.2016 - 04.2023

Manufacturing/Maintenance Manager

ATI Flat Rolled Products
03.2011 - 04.2016

Manufacturing Advisor

Ford Motor Company
12.2000 - 02.2011

Penn State University

Associates Degree - Specialized Technology Maintenance, Electricity, and Construction

Triangle Tech

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