James Lawrence
Ortonville,MI
Summary
Accomplished Operations Manager with a proven track record at US Farathane, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Excelled in leadership and operations management, driving performance improvements and fostering strong vendor relationships. Skilled in problem resolution and team building, significantly contributing to corporate goals and employee development.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
US Farathane
08.2008 - 10.2024
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
General Manager
US Farathane
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
Manufacturing Manager
US Farathane
- Supervised production team, keeping production schedules on track to meet tight deadlines.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations to identify areas for improvement in manufacturing processes, leading to increased efficiency and fewer defects.
- Fostered strong relationships with external vendors and suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries of raw materials needed for seamless production operations.
- Set product standards, examining samples of raw products and processing tests, to monitor quality of finished products.
- Tracked new material shipments and coordinated flow of materials at different stages of manufacturing to align with procurement expectations.
- Managed budget planning and forecasting activities for the manufacturing department, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals while maintaining operational excellence.
Production Supervisor
US Farathane
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
Maintenance Lead
LDM Technologies
06.1998 - 08.2008
- Improved overall facility safety with regular inspections and hazard identification initiatives.
- Developed strong vendor relationships for cost-effective procurement of parts and services.
- Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
- Completed necessary ISO documentation and records to show compliance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brandon High School
Ortonville, MI06-1998
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- Operations management
- Team player
- Goal setting
- Performance improvement
- Labor cost controls
- Customer relations
Timeline
Operations Manager
US Farathane
08.2008 - 10.2024
Maintenance Lead
LDM Technologies
06.1998 - 08.2008
General Manager
US Farathane
Manufacturing Manager
US Farathane
Production Supervisor
US Farathane
High School Diploma -
Brandon High School
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