John Hutcherson
Forney,TX
Summary
Background includes managing production, maintenance, engineering and quality control personnel as a department manager, production manager and director in fast-paced production environment. Bringing more than 25 years of related experience in sports trading card manufacturing and dedication to meeting and exceeding performance targets. Extremely responsive to changing workflows and company demands. Dedicated to leading by example and providing comprehensive team leadership.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Operations Director
Panini America, Inc.
Irving, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
- Coordinated resources across departments to maximize productivity levels.
- Prepared presentations for executive meetings summarizing key capabilities, production capacity, and production execution across multiple vendors.
- Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
- Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements to determine best vendor/manufacturer for projects .
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational goals were met.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure favorable terms for materials or services.
- Analyzed data to inform decision-making and strategic direction.
- Managed crisis situations to minimize impact on operations and reputation.
- Coordinated activities with other departments to expedite work and improve collaboration.
- Used current industry knowledge and expertise to consult, guide, direct, assist, and recommend best practices and methods for processing the organization's projects and products.
Director of Manufacturing/Finishing
GC Packaging, LLC
Allen, TX
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Guided and motivated staff to drive maximum performance.
- Recommended corrective actions to conform to quality specifications.
- Generated reports to review data and issue corrective actions for improvements.
- Coordinated activities with other departments to expedite work and improve interdepartmental performance.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote positive work culture.
- Met with stakeholders to address issues and implement solutions.
- Recruited, hired and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
- Successfully improved employment turnover through creating incentive and training programs.
- Analyzed problematic situations and occurrences to provide solutions and facilitate improvements
- Set minimum standards and provided technical guidance and support for design, installation, operation and maintenance of mechanical systems used in manufacturing process.
- Collaborated with technical staff to streamline production processes.
- Reviewed operations and conferred with technical or administrative staff to resolve production and processing problems.
- Hired and managed 500+ permanent and seasonal staff.
Finishing and Packaging Manager
GC Packaging, LLC
Allen, TX
01.2011 - 08.2022
- Implemented production reports and personnel records to facilitate operational decisions.
- Conferred with technical and administrative staff to devise and implement corrective actions.
- Conducted troubleshooting to determine root cause and resolve packaging problems.
- Coached packaging employees to improve performance and resolve inconsistency issues.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Introduced and enforced new standard operating procedures.
- Reduced process lags by managing employees and training on best practices to ensure optimal productivity.
- Monitored performance for adherence to procedures, safety rules and quality standards.
- Cultivated culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while providing operational leadership.
- Coordinated with scheduling, production and to plan daily operations activities and resolve issues.
- Developed and implemented significant process improvements to enhance department quality and throughput.
Production Manager/Division Manager Finishing
Graphic Converting Inc./GC Packaging, LLC
Allen, TX
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Documented batch records for manufacturing process and product history recordkeeping.
- Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates and inventory levels.
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
- Scheduled staff work assignments, rotations and overtime.
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Translated complex information to audiences of varying levels of technical knowledge, enabling individuals to clearly understand messages.
- Created SOPs and documented system, planning criteria and procedures.
Plant Manager
Graphic Converting Inc
Carlsbad, CA
03.2003 - 01.2008
- Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.
- Provided work direction, resolved problems, prepared schedules and supervised operations to complete work for team of 500+ employees.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance on existing and new production equipment and performed routine calibration.
- Promoted high-quality daily production by enforcing product standards and monitoring level of quality.
- Oversaw employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided top product quality control and inventory management resulting in reduced downtime and maximized revenue.
- Mitigated production issue risks by identifying potential problems and taking effective action.
- Authored and updated production reports and personnel records to facilitate operational decisions.
- Contributed to new plant startup and implementation of processes for manufacturing.
- Reviewed quality control reports monitoring various aspects.
- Planned, directed and coordinated operations for production, machinery and processing within company policies and procedures.
- Supported departments in successfully utilizing available labor, materials and equipment resources for production.
- Developed strategic programs and devised key plans that affected the direction of the business.
Senior Finishing Supervisor
Graphic Converting, Inc
Carlsbad, CA
11.1998 - 03.2003
- Generated staff schedules and managed employee activities.
- Scheduled daily tasks and priorities for finishing team.
- Strengthened quality control and quality assurance processes to align with customer objectives and expectations.
- Built excellent rapport with customers, promoting high-level service by responding to calls and emails within established timeframes.
- Approved time off and work hours submissions for department personnel.
- Troubleshot equipment issues and determined best courses of action for repairs.
- Initiated new departmental processes to boost production efficiency and minimize waste.
- Reviewed and corrected quality issues identified personally or by quality control team.
- Conducted performance evaluations for finishing staff to gauge achievement and offer constructive feedback.
2nd Shift Finishing Supervisor
Graphic Converting Inc
Carlsbad, CA
04.1998 - 11.1998
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
- Managed materials to meet production goals and specific customer demands.
- Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
- Responsible for overall production schedule and output demands for shift.
Production Manager
Mission Emblem/Penn Emblem
Mira Loma, CA
03.1993 - 04.1998
- Responsible for production across 3 shifts to meet daily and same day delivery requirements
- Collaborated with ink and thread suppliers to develop improved longevity and durability of materials to withstand industrial laundry.
- Oversaw and performed all maintenance and equipment rebuilds.
- Managed daily order backlog through key metrics monitoring for on-time delivery.
- Coordinated removal and disposal of hazardous waste
- Managed materials to meet production goals and specific customer demands.
Finishing Lead
Upper Deck Company
Carlsbad, CA
07.1991 - 03.1993
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Assigned projects and distributed tasks to team members as per area of expertise.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Counted inventory, resolved discrepancies and completed paperwork to keep system accurate and current.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Cypress College
Cypress, CA12.1989
High School Diploma -
Fullerton Union High School
Fullerton, CA06.1987
Some College (No Degree) - History: Teacher Education
Allegheny College
Meadville, PASkills
- Strategic Thinker
- Decision Making
- Process Planning
- Production Schedule Review
- Critical Thinking
- Production Problem Resolution
- Product Standards Establishment
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Technical Staff Collaboration
- Production Oversight
- New Process Development
- Staff Collaboration
- Staffing Requirement Determination
- Quality Control
- Personnel Management
Timeline
Production Operations Director
Panini America, Inc.
08.2023 - Current
Director of Manufacturing/Finishing
GC Packaging, LLC
08.2022 - 08.2023
Finishing and Packaging Manager
GC Packaging, LLC
01.2011 - 08.2022
Production Manager/Division Manager Finishing
Graphic Converting Inc./GC Packaging, LLC
01.2008 - 01.2011
Plant Manager
Graphic Converting Inc
03.2003 - 01.2008
Senior Finishing Supervisor
Graphic Converting, Inc
11.1998 - 03.2003
2nd Shift Finishing Supervisor
Graphic Converting Inc
04.1998 - 11.1998
Production Manager
Mission Emblem/Penn Emblem
03.1993 - 04.1998
Finishing Lead
Upper Deck Company
07.1991 - 03.1993
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Cypress College
High School Diploma -
Fullerton Union High School
Some College (No Degree) - History: Teacher Education
Allegheny College
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