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James Matthews

James Matthews

Inventory Management
Crown Point,IN

Summary

Dynamic Process Manager with established expertise at Cleveland-Cliffs, specializing in process enhancement and regulatory compliance. Achieved 25% reduction in delays while realizing annual savings of $250,000. Proficient in vendor management and data analysis, cultivating robust relationships and advancing operational efficiency through strategic initiatives.

Work History

Section Manager - Logistics and Raw Materials

Cleveland-Cliffs
Riverdale, IL
04.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw departmental operations to ensure efficient scaling and tracking processes. Tracked departmental metrics to identify growth opportunities and improve performance. Scaled department initiatives to enhance productivity and align with organizational goals.
  • Oversaw supply warehouse for safety, operational, and maintenance supplies.
  • Oversee all scrap and raw materials management for facility.
  • Supervised daily workflow activities within the section, ensuring all tasks were completed in a timely manner.
  • Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and worker activities.
  • Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.

Process Manager Raw Materials

Cleveland-Cliffs
Riverdale
01.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated development and enhancement of monthly scrap buys and scrap mixes utilized in steel production at BOF.
  • Collaborate with Production Planning Manager to identify monthly raw materials usage and source materials through tabware purchasing software.
  • Minimized delays by 25% while decreasing costs by $250,000 annually.
  • Evaluated business operations compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

Process Coordinator of Raw Materials

Cleveland-Cliffs
Riverdale
11.2008 - Current
  • Managed scrap acquisitions and raw material purchases for BOF along with additional facility areas.
  • Streamlines and oversees daily delivery schedule for all scrap and raw materials at facility.
  • Directs steel byproducts recycling initiative at facility.
  • Engineered and executed process improvement initiatives to elevate overall productivity and minimize waste.
  • Assessed vendor performance consistently to ensure adherence to contractual agreements while fostering strong professional relationships for future collaborations.
  • Sourced materials and showcased to multiple steel suppliers for beneficial reuse applications, including ESP Dust, C-Scrap, LF Slag, Mill Scale, Tundish Waste, and utilized Barrel and Slag Line Bricks from steel ladles.

Total Cost of Ownership Coordinator

ArcelorMittal USA
Riverdale
03.2007 - 11.2008
  • Consulted with managers to resolve problems relating to employee performance, office equipment and work schedules.
  • Analyzed financial activities of department to share budgetary input with managers.
  • Managed Hot Metal Shipments from Burns Harbor and Indiana Harbor facilities to Riverdale.
  • Recommended solutions related to staffing issues and proposed procedural changes to managers.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
  • Evaluated performance metrics consistently and executed corrective actions when necessary, enhancing continuous improvement initiatives.

Process Coordinator of Transportation

ArcelorMittal USA
Riverdale
10.2002 - 03.2007
  • Developed and implemented process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Facilitated coordination of Hot Metal Shipments from Burns Harbor and Indiana Harbor facilities to Riverdale.
  • Synchronized railroad track operations to ensure quality and seamless movement of hot metal bottle cars and railcars within facility while minimizing disruptions.
  • Monitored bottles with thermo camera to ensure safe shell temperatures and reported deficiencies

Lab Technician

Cuyahoga Road Products
Cleveland
05.1999 - 10.2002
  • Executed compaction density tests on state roads using radiation gauges per Ohio specifications.
  • Recommended smoothness testing machines, establishing additional revenue streams for state job sites.
  • Achieved certification in Level 1 and Level 2 Mix Designs through State of Ohio.
  • Conducted complex laboratory tests with precision, supporting clinical diagnoses and treatment plans.
  • Executed routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and uphold laboratory standards.

Hourly Coke Plant Superisor

Acme Steel- Coke Plant
Chicago
09.1994 - 05.1999
  • Oversaw operations as the Union Supervisor in the Heating Department and managed Top Side activities on the Coke Ovens.
  • Inspected finished products prior to shipment to verify that they meet quality specifications.
  • Created standardized operating procedures for manufacturing processes.
  • Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions, and trained new personnel.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN
05-1994

Skills

  • Process improvement and regulatory compliance
  • Vendor and supply chain management
  • Data analysis and budget management
  • Inventory management
  • Team leadership
  • Safety compliance
  • Production scheduling
  • Quality assurance

References

References available upon request.

Work Availability

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Software

Purchasing software - Tabware

Workday

Microsoft Office

Languages

English
Native language

Interests

Golf

Health and Fitness

Timeline

Process Manager Raw Materials

Cleveland-Cliffs
01.2025 - Current

Section Manager - Logistics and Raw Materials

Cleveland-Cliffs
04.2024 - Current

Process Coordinator of Raw Materials

Cleveland-Cliffs
11.2008 - Current

Total Cost of Ownership Coordinator

ArcelorMittal USA
03.2007 - 11.2008

Process Coordinator of Transportation

ArcelorMittal USA
10.2002 - 03.2007

Lab Technician

Cuyahoga Road Products
05.1999 - 10.2002

Hourly Coke Plant Superisor

Acme Steel- Coke Plant
09.1994 - 05.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Valparaiso University

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