Matthew Besek
Allenwood,PA
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record, specializing in cost reduction, profit growth and continuous improvement. 20 years in the flyash production and manufacturing industry, with 19 years working for the same company. First Plant Manager in site history to bring profitability ($1.8m ahead of forecast) through production efficiency gains using lean practices and staff expansion, while effectively managing budgets and reducing costs. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and accountability, driving operational excellence. I've never had a recordable or lost time incident on my watch.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Plant Manager
Eco Material Technologies
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources for maximum output.
- Developed cross-training initiatives for employees, improving overall workforce flexibility and productivity.
- Spearheaded process improvements that increased overall plant capacity without additional capital investment or headcount increases.
- Reduced plant downtime through effective preventive maintenance planning and timely equipment repairs.
- Supported Plant Manager in establishing strategic objectives for the facility, aligning with broader company goals.
- Oversaw daily production schedules, ensuring timely completion of orders while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Implemented useful inventory management and tracking systems to reduce costs and improve operations.
Plant Manager
Eco Material Technologies
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses on production issues, identifying solutions for continuous improvement efforts.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends in workplace injuries or near-misses; implemented corrective actions accordingly.
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of funds for operational efficiency.
- Established metrics to measure performance and drive continuous improvement.
- Reduced downtime with proactive maintenance schedules.
Operations Manager
Eco Material Technologies
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
Plant Operator
Eco Material Technologies
03.2012 - 01.2019
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions or failures.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Exceeded quality control standards by maintaining strict attention to detail during production processes and final product testing.
QA/QC Technician
Eco Material Technologies
05.2006 - 03.2012
- Increased accuracy in testing results through regular maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations, guidelines, and best practices.
- Documented quality control procedures and record-keeping practices, ensuring a comprehensive archive of data for future reference and analysis.
- Coordinated internal audits to assess compliance with ISO standards, resulting in improved adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Reduced the number of non-conformance reports through effective root cause analysis and implementing appropriate corrective measures.
- Collaborated with production staff to improve processes, reduce defects and optimize quality.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Selinsgrove Area High School
Selinsgrove, PA06-2004
Skills
- Manufacturing technologies
- Outage Planning
- Oracle and Medius trained for invoicing and accounting
- Maximo CMMS trained and proficient
- Facility and Operations management
- 5S Safety Focus
- Continuous improvement
- Project management
- Cost controls
- Six sigma - DMAIC
- Creating and tracking budgets
Accomplishments
Staffed and launched the first 24/7 production crew in site history allowing sales team to cover increased demand.
Maintained 85%+ average OEE on production, through identifying and tracking relevant KPI's and metrics/measures.
No recordable or lost time incidents managing a crew of 25
Eliminated repeated breakdowns through RCFA and FMEA practices
Championed site safety through employee engagement of Safe Work Observations, Hazard Identifications, Gemba Walks, and a committed focus on leading indicators.
Certification
OSHA 30
Foundations Of Leadership training
DISC - Assessment training and certification
Timeline
Assistant Plant Manager
Eco Material Technologies
07.2024 - 04.2025
Plant Manager
Eco Material Technologies
07.2022 - 07.2024
Operations Manager
Eco Material Technologies
01.2019 - 07.2022
Plant Operator
Eco Material Technologies
03.2012 - 01.2019
QA/QC Technician
Eco Material Technologies
05.2006 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
Selinsgrove Area High School
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