Larry Durham
Mooresville,NC
Summary
Dynamic Plant Manager with a proven track record at Infinity Plastic, enhancing production efficiency and reducing costs through lean manufacturing principles. Skilled in project management and team development, I fostered a culture of continuous improvement, mentoring staff to achieve operational excellence and boost morale.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Infinity Plastic
03.2007 - 10.2012
- 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.
- Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
Director Package Engineering and Development
AGI Impact Division of Mead Westvaco
07.1997 - 01.2007
- Facilitated design and development of printed packaging
- Managed R & D
- Designed and built automation for packaging
- Pioneered adoption of sustainable practices, leading to industry recognition and awards.
- Improved team morale and productivity by implementing comprehensive professional development program.
- Transformed organizational culture to embrace continuous improvement, leading by example and mentoring teams.
VP Package Engineering & Development
Ivy Hill/WEA Manufacturing Warner Brothers
08.1977 - 04.1997
- Introduction to Printed Folding Cartons
- Manufacturing Manager
- Developed structural design department, CAD CAM
- Purchased manufacturing equipment
Education
Mechanical Drafting
North America School of Drafting
Newport, CA03-1975
Drafting
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA01-1973
Electrical/Mechanical
Alaska Methodist University
Anchorage, AK03-1967
Electrical/Mechanical - Communications -cryptology
USAF
Wichita Falls, TX07-1966
Skills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Project management
- Operations management
- Production planning
- Facility management
- Training programs
- Team building and development
- Lean manufacturing processes
- Cost control
- Lean manufacturing principles
Timeline
Plant Manager
Infinity Plastic
03.2007 - 10.2012
Director Package Engineering and Development
AGI Impact Division of Mead Westvaco
07.1997 - 01.2007
VP Package Engineering & Development
Ivy Hill/WEA Manufacturing Warner Brothers
08.1977 - 04.1997
Mechanical Drafting
North America School of Drafting
Drafting
Cerritos College
Electrical/Mechanical
Alaska Methodist University
Electrical/Mechanical - Communications -cryptology
USAF
Holder of 12 patents and numerous packaging industry packaging awards
holder of 8 patents in the area of structural packaging for media, cassette, CD and DVD
holder of patent in visual (lens) aid packaging
Holder of patent in Vehicle Side Carrer,
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