Jim Helton
Greeneville,TN
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 over 20years.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Universal Forest Products, Inc.
12.1993 - 12.2024
- 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.
- Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
- Oversaw daily operations of 52,000 sq. ft. manufacturing plant.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
Pharmacy Technician
Mt. Home VA Hospital
10.1992 - 10.1993
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
Material Handler
Plus Mark
08.1992 - 10.1992
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
Enlisted Soldier Pharmacy Technician
US Army
08.1988 - 03.1992
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Ensured mission readiness.
- Achieved mission success by effectively leading a diverse group of soldiers during high-stress situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
Tusculum University
Tusculum, TnAssociate of Science - Business Management
Walter State Community College
Morristown, TNHigh School Diploma -
Tucumcari High School
Tucumcari, NM05-1988
Skills
- Customer focus
- Operations management
- Production planning
- Results orientation
- Cost reduction
- Safety management
- Facility management
- Performance improvements
- Facilities maintenance
- Logistics coordination
Timeline
Plant Manager
Universal Forest Products, Inc.
12.1993 - 12.2024
Pharmacy Technician
Mt. Home VA Hospital
10.1992 - 10.1993
Material Handler
Plus Mark
08.1992 - 10.1992
Enlisted Soldier Pharmacy Technician
US Army
08.1988 - 03.1992
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
Tusculum University
Associate of Science - Business Management
Walter State Community College
High School Diploma -
Tucumcari High School
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