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Overview
Work History
Education
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References
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Kyle Nedwick

Willing To Relocate,WY

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 10 years.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Plant Manager

Tungsten Parts Wyoming
03.2023 - 07.2024
  • Coordinated all production in a LEAN manufacturing environment to meet customer goals; KPI reports, production meetings/ manufacturing scheduling -
  • Purchased all materials and equipment; foreign and domestic ( exceeding 30 million dollars). -
  • Increased production capacity by 200% by bringing up broken machines
  • Re-wrote and optomized all work instructions for operator reference ( 200 plus pages).
  • Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
  • Established positive relationships with suppliers to obtain timely deliveries of materials and products.
  • Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
  • Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
  • Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
  • Oversaw daily operations of 80,000 sq. ft. manufacturing plant.

Importing Specialist

MLN organics
10.2020 - 01.2023
  • Conducted thorough research to identify trends and inform decision-making for business growth initiatives.
  • Monitored industry trends to adapt strategies accordingly.
  • Optimized supply chain management, resulting in reduced delivery times and increased inventory accuracy.
  • Led successful sales presentations to prospective clients, resulting in increased partnerships and collaboration opportunities.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently staying within financial constraints while maximizing resource allocation for optimal results.
  • Increased sales revenue with targeted marketing campaigns and strategic product positioning.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

Operations Manager

Green Goddess Supply
11.2017 - 05.2020
  • In charge of sourcing product accessories and exclusive manufacturing
  • Designed, tested, and oversaw a first-ever product to be made in China
  • A patented semi-automatic grow system that took over two years from an idea to the actual assembly line, which includes over 60 different accessories; furniture manufacturing, integrated heat and humidity systems along with a patented light to the exact PAR( Photo-synthetically active radiation), internal exhaust system controls
  • https://www.greengoddesssupply.com/pages/the-armoire
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.

Production manager

K&S metals
08.2013 - 07.2017
  • Manufacturing of tools, hardware etc. -
  • In charge of quality control, product management, purchasing -CNC machining -implementation of the Critical Path method on new products -
  • https://www.ksmetals.net/
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
  • Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
  • Negotiated with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall procurement costs without sacrificing quality.

Purchasing manager

KCO group
08.2009 - 07.2013
  • Housewares, electronics supplier -100+ sku’s purchased in china -warehouse and distribution through city of industry, California -supply chain to multiple customers; walgreens, home depot, kmart, dollar tree etc -No longer in business
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
  • Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
  • Established long-term agreements with strategic suppliers, securing favorable pricing and delivery terms.
  • Analyzed market trends and adjusted procurement strategies accordingly for optimal results.
  • Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced lead times.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Moorpark College
Moorpark, CA

Thousand Oaks High school
Thousand Oaks, CA
01.2007

Skills

  • Fluent in Mandarin (spoken and written), along with partial Cantonese and other local dialects from the Zhejiang province
  • Complex problem solving
  • 10 years of experience in sourcing products, product development, QC control, logistics, and various foreign trade
  • 10 years of manufacturing experience with metals, electronics, injection molding, and DOD projects
  • Flexibility and adaptability to adjust quickly to changing priorities
  • Lean Manufacturing Processes
  • Result-driven mentality
  • Flexibility in terms of handling a variety of assignments under tight deadlines while maintaining focus on attention to details, product consistency, and quality
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to use MS Office as an analytical tool at an advanced level along with all other major Windows programs
  • Team work

References

  • References available upon request

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Plant Manager

Tungsten Parts Wyoming
03.2023 - 07.2024

Importing Specialist

MLN organics
10.2020 - 01.2023

Operations Manager

Green Goddess Supply
11.2017 - 05.2020

Production manager

K&S metals
08.2013 - 07.2017

Purchasing manager

KCO group
08.2009 - 07.2013

Some College (No Degree) -

Moorpark College

Thousand Oaks High school

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