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LEE COLEMAN
ROME,GA
Summary
Hands-on, Task Oriented, and Results Driven, for Growth and Customer Satisfaction.
Experienced General Manager with proven achievements leading international business growth plans, turnaround, and project initiatives to improve efficiency and increase profits. Broad-based management competencies spanning sales, marketing, operations, process engineering, maintenance, and financial management.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
CONSAN USA, Inc.
07.2023 - Current
- Start-up for US operation. Asian based, $500M manufacturer artificial yarn and primary backing for sports turf industry
- Responsible for warehouse and distribution of raw materials for artificial turf, as well as repurposing and recycling process
- Implemented ERP system specific to textile industry and oversaw multiple locations for receiving, storage, and processing of used sports turf
- Monitored regulations for compliance, negotiated contracts, and worked with HR for hiring and implementing procedures.
- Oversaw daily operations of 275,000 ft² distribution/recycling facilities.
VP of Division & Local GM
Suhner Manufacturing, Inc.
06.2011 - 06.2023
- Supported Division Management, in Europe, by establish goals and executing plan of actions for all subsidiaries globally
- Achieved and maintained organic growth of US market by 150% by sales, service, training and marketing efforts
- Established new markets and territories through research, PR & distributors
- Focused on OEM relationship by increasing stock, training, & repair center
- Implemented inventory evaluation and reduction to increase liquidity
- Strategic hiring and succession planning
- Overcame $2M in deficit to become debt-free
Plant Manager
Suhner Manufacturing, Inc.
03.2006 - 06.2011
- Responsible for safe & efficient management of 65,000ft² manufacturing facility with 140+ people personnel
- Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management
- Managed plant improvements and new equipment
- Maintained effective communication through meetings and KPI goals
- Oversaw all scheduling through ERP system
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality
Manufacturing/Process Engineer
Suhner Manufacturing, Inc.
10.2001 - 03.2006
- Responsible for process controls & improvement for production machinery
- Collaborated with maintenance on PM programs aimed at extending lifespan of critical equipment components
- Managed capital projects for new equipment and existing systems
- Developed and deployed industrial automation systems, increasing efficiency and reduce costs.
Site Engineer
MOHAWK INDUSTRIES, inc.
09.1998 - 01.2001
- Responsible for facilities, equipment, and maintenance at various locations
- Managed engineering and maintenance personnel at production plants and warehouses
- Monitored and optimized production processes to increase throughput and improve quality.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining plant reliability and minimizing operational disruptions.
Education
Certificate - Fundamentals of Finance
09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
12.1993
Skills
- Sales & Marketing
- Repair Center & Customer Service
- Budget Planning & Allocation
- Business & Mkt Growth
- P&L, ROI, Financial Analyses
- US & European Cultures
- Rep/Distributor Network
- Facilities Maintenance
- ERP Systems
- Staff Training & Development
Others
- Board Member at GREIA (Greater Rome Existing Industries Association)
- Advisory committee member to Floyd County College and Career academy for vocational programs
- Infrared thermographer – FLIR systems
Software
BAAN
Microsoft Suite
Work Availability
monday
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
HybridRemoteOn-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureHealthcare benefitsWork-life balancePaid time offTimeline
Plant Manager - CONSAN USA, Inc.
07.2023 - Current
VP of Division & Local GM - Suhner Manufacturing, Inc.
06.2011 - 06.2023
Plant Manager - Suhner Manufacturing, Inc.
03.2006 - 06.2011
Manufacturing/Process Engineer - Suhner Manufacturing, Inc.
10.2001 - 03.2006
Site Engineer - MOHAWK INDUSTRIES, inc.
09.1998 - 01.2001
TERRY COLLEGE of BUSINESS, University of Georgia - Certificate, Fundamentals of Finance
KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY (formally Southern Tech) - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering