James Baker
All Phases Of Flexography
Griffin,GA
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 39 years.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
44
44
years of post-secondary education
Work History
In Plant Manager
Flint Group
Griffin, GA
11.2020 - Current
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations and achieving KPIs.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Organized and guided operations of production, processing and machinery according to business procedures and protocols.
- Tracked data about all aspects of production to assess areas in need of improvement.
- Evaluated production schedules and orders to arrange required materials and plan staffing needs.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Anticipated and addressed production problems, material shortages, equipment malfunctions and unavoidable delays.
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
- Surpassed company objectives by cooperating with staff and team members to share and actualize processes to accomplish established goals.
- Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
- Diagnosed and corrected issues with systems, components and controllers.
- Coordinated company projects and programs that supported manufacturing function.
- Collected samples for laboratory analysis.
- Applied lean principles to improve workflow and quality and reduce waste.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Oversaw hiring processes for over Number permanent and temporary seasonal staff.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules and disciplinary action.
In Plant Manager
Siegwerk
Griffin, GA
03.2017 - 11.2020
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations and achieving KPIs.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Organized and guided operations of production, processing and machinery according to business procedures and protocols.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Monitored and supported progress of plant production orders by managing shop capacity and loading functions at several facilities.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Made strategic decisions and developed key plans that affected direction of business.
- Tracked data about all aspects of production to assess areas in need of improvement.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Anticipated and addressed production problems, material shortages, equipment malfunctions and unavoidable delays.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Analyzed and determined resolutions to multi-faceted issues that affected management and business objectives.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
- Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
- Coordinated company projects and programs that supported manufacturing function.
- Collected samples for laboratory analysis.
- Evaluated production schedules and orders to arrange required materials and plan staffing needs.
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
- Oversaw hiring processes for over Number permanent and temporary seasonal staff.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Worked with senior leadership to complete under-budget management on complex issues.
- Utilized proven problem-solving techniques to improve customer satisfaction and vendor relations.
- Identified areas for business improvements and utilized client feedback to drive developments.
- Surpassed company objectives by cooperating with staff and team members to share and actualize processes to accomplish established goals.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Applied lean principles to improve workflow and quality and reduce waste.
In Plant Manager
Flintgroup
Griffin, GA
02.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations and achieving KPIs.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Made strategic decisions and developed key plans that affected direction of business.
- Condensed multiple manufacturing shifts to one to streamline operations.
- Implemented Just-In-Time methodology to help reduce WIP and waste.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Monitored and supported progress of plant production orders by managing shop capacity and loading functions at several facilities.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Organized and guided operations of production, processing and machinery according to business procedures and protocols.
- Tracked data about all aspects of production to assess areas in need of improvement.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Checked meters and interpreted readings to assess functionality of gas retrieval systems.
- Evaluated production schedules and orders to arrange required materials and plan staffing needs.
- Implemented knowledge to provide product quality assurance and executed inventory maintenance, optimizing work time.
- Utilized proven problem-solving techniques to improve customer satisfaction and vendor relations.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Anticipated and addressed production problems, material shortages, equipment malfunctions and unavoidable delays.
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
- Identified areas for business improvements and utilized client feedback to drive developments.
- Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
- Surpassed company objectives by cooperating with staff and team members to share and actualize processes to accomplish established goals.
- Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
- Diagnosed and corrected issues with systems, components and controllers.
- Operated specialized equipment, gauges and instruments to track and assess gas levels.
- Coordinated company projects and programs that supported manufacturing function.
- Collected samples for laboratory analysis.
- Applied lean principles to improve workflow and quality and reduce waste.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Oversaw hiring processes for over Number permanent and temporary seasonal staff.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Worked with senior leadership to complete under-budget management on complex issues.
- Minimized lags by leading and scheduling personnel, boosting morale and implementing new protocols.
- Devised and administered cost control initiatives saving $Amount.
Tech Service Manager
Sun Chemical Corporation
Gainesville, GA
03.2005 - 02.2016
- Followed up with customers during and after installations to verify satisfaction.
- Monitored team performance, adhered to service level agreements (SLAs) and provided detailed job training.
- Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
- Maintained team productivity and quality of service by establishing and maintaining clear benchmarks.
- Worked with customers to educate and inform on Product or service, effectively closing over Number deals.
- Developed written plans and obtained customer consent to proceed.
- Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
- Utilized exemplary negotiation skills to obtain manufacturing service agreements and assure quality standards.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Estimated expected changes in business operations and made proactive adjustments to employee schedules and inventory levels to address needs.
- Supervised site investigations, reported issues and escalated those that required further assistance.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Performed supplier risk evaluations and supported regulatory inspections.
- Managed overstocking, restocking and inventory control procedures during Type shift.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Education
High School Diploma - All Base Courses And Chemistry Physics
Leveretts Chapel High School
Overton, TX 08.1977 - 05.1981
Associate Degree In Mortuary Science - Funeral Service And Mortuary Science
Dallas Institute of Funeral Service
Dallas, TX 08.1983 - 08.2023
Skills
Six Sigma expertise
Lean manufacturing processes
Production Scheduling
Compliance understanding
Employee training and development
Cost controls
Scheduling
Performance improvements
Project Management
Plant and warehouse operations
[Product] inspections
Documentation abilities
Numerical controls understanding
Safety assessment
Solvent bonding ability
Equipment Maintenance
Troubleshooting skills
Safety protocols
Environmental auditing
Timeline
In Plant Manager
Flint Group
11.2020 - Current
In Plant Manager
Siegwerk
03.2017 - 11.2020
In Plant Manager
Flintgroup
02.2016 - 03.2018
Tech Service Manager
Sun Chemical Corporation
03.2005 - 02.2016
Associate Degree In Mortuary Science - Funeral Service And Mortuary Science
Dallas Institute of Funeral Service
08.1983 - 08.2023
High School Diploma - All Base Courses And Chemistry Physics
Leveretts Chapel High School
08.1977 - 05.1981