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Kyle Kussin

Allison Park,PA

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 24 years.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Plant Manager

Airgas
08.2021 - 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.
  • 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.
  • Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
  • Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
  • Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
  • Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
  • Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
  • Reduced downtime for maintenance by establishing a proactive preventive maintenance program.
  • Implemented useful inventory management and tracking systems to reduce costs and improve operations.
  • Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
  • Managed budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of funds for operational efficiency.
  • Built strong relationships with regulatory agencies and ensured compliance with all environmental permits; maintained an exemplary safety record.
  • Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and improve communication across departments.
  • Enhanced safety standards with implementation of comprehensive safety training initiatives for all employees.
  • Championed sustainable practices throughout the facility, implementing waste reduction strategies and energy-efficient technologies.
  • Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
  • Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
  • Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
  • Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
  • Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve production issues.
  • Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
  • Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.

Operations Manager

Energizer/California Scents
02.2001 - 06.2020
  • Worked with vendors to schedule more than five daily pickups and 40-50 weekly deliveries
  • Maintained excellent working relationships with customers by efficiently responding to inquiries and complaints concerning work orders, invoices and shipments
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with Material Planner to resolve invoicing and shipping problems
  • Generated all documentation and information required for customer shipments
  • Produced weekly status reports detailing logistic operations and problems
  • Managed loading, unloading, movement and sorting of supplies to keep deliveries on schedule
  • Developed and deployed strategies to save time and expenses associated with goods movements
  • Collaborated with new and established vendors to negotiate optimal pricing and scheduling.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication-Media

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA
05.1996

Skills

  • Internal shipping and receiving operations
  • Business operations management
  • Service operations oversight
  • Safe equipment operations
  • Team Operations
  • Microsoft Office
  • UPS World Ship Operations
  • Fedex Ship Manager Operations
  • SAP Inventory Systems
  • Plant and warehouse operations
  • Project Management
  • Operations Management
  • Production Planning
  • Safety Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Production Scheduling
  • Facility Management
  • Training programs
  • Team building and development
  • Compliance understanding
  • Cost Control
  • Inventory Oversight
  • Health and safety compliance
  • KPI Tracking
  • Preventive Maintenance Programs
  • Capacity Planning

Accomplishments

2024 Airgas Regional Branch Of The Year.

2024 Airgas National Branch of the Year

Timeline

Plant Manager

Airgas
08.2021 - Current

Operations Manager

Energizer/California Scents
02.2001 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Communication-Media

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Kyle Kussin