Kirk Stone
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Dynamic Plant Manager with extensive experience in leading production operations and achieving significant growth. Skilled in driving operational excellence, fostering partner engagement, and implementing innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and productivity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Cintas 58Q
Graham, NC
06.2023 - Current
- Manage daily operation of the production facility to ensure efficiency, quality and reliability in an ISO 9001 certified facility.
- Grew production partner headcount from 0 to 77 in three years; while maintaining best in Cleanroom FYSR.
- Developed and implemented innovative solutions that enhanced efficiency and improved partner experience.
- Secured top ranking in rental division for incentive efficiency, recognized as 2x Ergo Cup Winner, and showcased solutions at International Applied Ergonomic Competition, with implementations from 58Q set to be rolled out to all Cleanroom locations.
- Positioned 58Q as a benchmark for facility aesthetics and upkeep, attracting customers like Pfizer, Ford, Toyota, Novo Nordisk, and Lenovo for prospective sales tours and audits.
- Over $1M in garments shared during FY'26, 60% pull rate, 0% short pick.
Plant Manager - Assistant Plant Manager
Cintas 051
Nashville, Tennessee
06.2016 - 06.2023
- Demonstrated leadership in capacity planning, expense management, production KPIs, and team engagement. Rolled out the incentive program to the folding department, SAP implementation, facility expansion of new stockroom, soil bay, two additional 650 lb washers and dryers, Healthcare RFID pilot and rollout.
- Managed three-shift operation of industrial laundry facility, contributing to revenue growth from $650k to $1.3M.
- Facilitated communication among service, sales, office, and maintenance departments to enhance operational alignment.
Plant Manager
Cintas 311
Ashland, KY
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Finished as number 7 plant manager in company for FY ’15, and supported partner engagement survey growth from 78 to 90.
- Led 64 front line partners and five supervisors to achieve operational goals.
- Directed facility maintenance, equipment reliability, and capital expense planning.
- Maintained monthly labor and expense budget on target, averaging $300,000 per month.
- Processed 350,000 lbs of product each week. Product was loaded onto 45 route trucks daily.
Service Supervisor
Cintas D09
Lexington, KY
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Managed service coverage for more than 3000 customers.
- Processed contract renewals with clients to ensure continued service agreements. and goodwill visits with key decision makers to support customer satisfaction and retention.
- Supported 10 SSRs across Eastern and Central Kentucky to enhance service delivery.
- Ensured truck fleet DOT compliance to mitigate safety risks.
- Utilized SAP and AS400 applications with strong working knowledge.
Stockroom Supervisor
Cintas 311
Ashland, KY
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Purchased all garments for existing accounts. Achieved the highest garment pull percentage in the East Central Group. Supervised six employees and inspected work for quality and efficiency.
- Decreased overall material expenses to improve budget efficiency by $141k in less than one fiscal year in the position.
- Led multiple projects to streamline processes, resulting in reduced expenses and improved customer experience.
- Collaborated with Service Department to resolve customer complaints, leading to increased efficiency and lower costs.
Office Manager
Cintas 311
Ashland, KY
07.2011 - 08.2012
- Ensured outstanding accounts receivable was below 6% at month end and consistently exceeded the goal.
- Engaged collection agencies to facilitate debt recovery efforts. Provided communication to the Service department regarding accounts with collection issues.
- Managed Accounts Payable and Receivable Departments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Minor: Business - Major: Hospitality Management
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY12-2010
Skills
- ISO 9001
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Operational Efficiency
- Production management
- Capacity planning
- Partner Engagement
- FY '15 Peak #7
- FY '16 Peak #30
- FY'26 Summit Club PM
- 10x OAA's
- Growth Mindset
Timeline
Plant Manager
Cintas 58Q
06.2023 - Current
Plant Manager - Assistant Plant Manager
Cintas 051
06.2016 - 06.2023
Plant Manager
Cintas 311
06.2014 - 06.2016
Service Supervisor
Cintas D09
06.2013 - 06.2014
Stockroom Supervisor
Cintas 311
08.2012 - 06.2013
Office Manager
Cintas 311
07.2011 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Minor: Business - Major: Hospitality Management
University of Kentucky