Kevin Treat
Belleville,AR
Summary
Successful tool making professional with 21+ years experience in large Aerospace manufacturing, commercial manufacturing, retail, sales, marketing, and training specialties implementing cost control measures to ensure operations remained within company targets to maximize bottom-line performance through knowledge and complete understanding of all aspects of the machinist specialty and field. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last minute changes. Thrives under pressure and is consistently productive and reliable.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Tool Room/Hot Header Supervisor
Domestic Forge & Fasteners
Dardanelle, AR
06.2021 - Current
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand company performance.
- Monitored employee attendance, addressing any punctuality or absenteeism issues.
- Directed recruitment and training in staff development initiatives to maximize productivity and revenue potential through the development of manufacturing precise tools.
- Successfully increased employee retention by creating a positive work environment for all.
- Administered daily operations to ensure policies were adhered to and understood by staff.
- Planned and executed floor merchandising initiatives in collaboration with merchandise management.
- Oversaw opening and closing operations for a $4 million+ annual revenue shop in compliance with current company policies and procedures.
- Oversaw cost control efforts and methods that allow for cost efficiency and financial retention for the company, as well as increasing production and running capabilities of all manufacturing machinery.
- Assisted in managing and cutting operational costs by spearheading inventory control.
Headerman, Scheduling Manager
Centerless Grinding Inc.
Dardanelle, AR
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve company objectives.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Produced aerospace fasteners with precision using micrometers, calipers, blueprints, and optical comparators.
- Maintained company & parts scheduling with effective & efficient production goals
VP of Operations/Shop Owner
Spring Creek Manufacturing
Ola, AR
06.2013 - 07.2020
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for the operations department.
- Assisted sales team with development of aggressive sales strategies to achieve sustained market growth.
- Coordinated work across departments to keep teams on track with company goals.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Researched underlying issues, regulatory compliance status and processes to resolve complex business issues and recommend strategic corrective actions.
- Identified and addressed process deficiencies, avoiding costly pitfalls and keeping operations scalable for future expansion.
- Oversaw all aspects of manufacturing and production of precision tools and fasteners for this $6 million+ business.
- Operated all equipment utilized in the business and on the shop floor on a daily basis.
- Cultivated strong business relationships with customers to drive business developments.
- Ensured shop was prepared for internal audits through analysis preparation of quality assurance & inventory statistics
Apprentice Tool Maker
D & G Manufacturing
Ola, AR
10.2003 - 06.2013
- Studied specifications, sketches and models to ascertain materials and equipment required to fabricate parts.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and ensured that all tools were properly stored after use.
- Disassembled old tooling components for rework or repair as necessary.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols when operating machinery and using hazardous materials.
- Reviewed blueprints and instructions to define tooling requirements.
- Complied with safety regulations to maintain clean and orderly work areas.
- Worked effectively within extremely tight tolerances to produce precision results.
- Set up and correctly operated tool room machines and equipment.
- Trained in toolmaking and header operation.
- Trained in the operation of rollers, surface grinders, lathes, mills, and headers.
- Became efficient in reading blueprints.
- Operated fork lift and sky trac.
- Excelled in team player and leadership abilities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ola High School
Ola, AR05-1999
Skills
- Executive Team Leadership
- Inventory Report Generation
- Client Vendor Relations
- Market Analysis
- Budgeting and Finance
- Project Management
- Team Liaison
- Strong verbal communication
- Machinist in the uses of a manual mill, lathe, surface grinder, code header, hot header, and rollers, with in-depth comprehension of how each individual machine is operated and maintained in the profession
Timeline
Tool Room/Hot Header Supervisor
Domestic Forge & Fasteners
06.2021 - Current
Headerman, Scheduling Manager
Centerless Grinding Inc.
07.2020 - 06.2021
VP of Operations/Shop Owner
Spring Creek Manufacturing
06.2013 - 07.2020
Apprentice Tool Maker
D & G Manufacturing
10.2003 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
Ola High School