Jeffrey Mills
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Arkema, enhancing plant efficiency and team productivity through strategic layout optimizations and process improvements. Skilled in operations management and team development, I excel in driving performance improvements and cost control, achieving significant production enhancements with a focus on lean manufacturing principles.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Arkema
01.2019 - Current
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
Plant Manager
Arkema
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
Plant Manager
Arkema
04.2007 - 01.2016
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Oversaw daily operations of [Number] sq. ft. manufacturing plant.
- Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
Product Manager
Cook Composites and Polymers
09.1996 - 04.2007
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MISkills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Project management
- Operations management
- Production planning
- Safety management
- Continuous improvement
- Production scheduling
- Facility management
- Performance improvements
- Team building and development
- Cost control
- Lean manufacturing principles
Timeline
Plant Manager
Arkema
01.2019 - Current
Plant Manager
Arkema
01.2016 - 01.2019
Plant Manager
Arkema
04.2007 - 01.2016
Product Manager
Cook Composites and Polymers
09.1996 - 04.2007
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Grand Valley State University
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