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Greg Suhr

Decorah,IA

Summary

Experienced Plant Manager adept at improving output, maximizing quality and boosting employee satisfaction with hands-on management style. Recognized as effective business manager and motivational leader. Successful manufacturing management career spanning 12 years.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Plant Manager

Gemini Inc.
01.2012 - Current
  • Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
  • Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
  • Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
  • Collaborated with sales team to align plant capabilities with customer demands, fostering long-term business relationships.
  • Built strong relationships with regulatory agencies and ensured compliance with all environmental permits; maintained an exemplary safety record.
  • Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
  • Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.

Automated Gaming Technician

Red Line Vending
09.2005 - 01.2012
  • Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
  • Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
  • Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.

Production Worker

Gemini Inc.
05.1996 - 09.2005
  • Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
  • Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Specialist

Northeast Iowa Community College
Calmar, IA
05.2016

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Plant and warehouse operations
  • Production Planning
  • Safety Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Production Scheduling
  • Work Delegation
  • Lean Manufacturing Processes
  • Waste Reduction
  • Team building and development

Timeline

Plant Manager

Gemini Inc.
01.2012 - Current

Automated Gaming Technician

Red Line Vending
09.2005 - 01.2012

Production Worker

Gemini Inc.
05.1996 - 09.2005

Associate of Applied Science - Business Specialist

Northeast Iowa Community College
Greg Suhr