Matthew Dryden
Union,MO
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
I&E Construction
Saint Louis, MO
11.2024 - Current
- Led multiple concurrent projects with strict deadlines, ensuring timely and efficient execution.
- Monitored staff performance and training to ensure compliance with safety standards and production goals.
- Streamlined scheduling procedures by eliminating process gaps and introducing continuous improvements.
- Created and managed inventory systems, conducting regular cycle counts to verify order accuracy, and maintain material flow.
- Developed and documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency in field and office operations.
- Provided exceptional customer support on-site and off-site throughout the lifecycle of each project.
Production Manager
Storm guard roofing and construction
Pacific, MO
11.2022 - 11.2024
- Generated quarterly and annual reports on customer satisfaction, material usage, and issue tracking, providing insight for leadership decisions and process refinements.
- Executed production orders and scheduled multiple daily jobs across various trades, including roofing and siding.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure competitive material pricing across multiple vendors.
- Developed SOPs and documented planning criteria and procedures for operational efficiency.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills with suppliers and customers to facilitate project success.
- Supervised and evaluated project managers to enhance team performance.
- Conducted interviews for management and project manager roles to identify top talent.
Production Manager
Springrock Gutters
St Louis, MO
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues, and enhance productivity.
- Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates, and inventory levels to determine product availability.
- Directed cost reduction and process improvements to boost workflows and productivity.
- Prevented and resolved customer issues regarding production through planning.
- Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
- Provided information to shipping and receiving personnel regarding inventory stock.
- Maximized warehouse efficiency by dispatching crews and coordinating optimal daily schedules.
Production Manager
Overland roofing
Springfield, MO
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Oversaw a portfolio of 60+ active projects, managing timelines from initial planning through final closeout.
- Developed forecasts, tracked budgets, and approved payments to maintain financial oversight throughout each project.
- Led subcontractor and vendor coordination efforts, fostering strong partnerships and driving cost-effective preconstruction solutions.
- Conducted weekly subcontractor meetings to align on scope, compliance, milestones, and quality expectations.
- Supervised and supported a team of 5+ production employees, including project managers and material runners, to maintain schedule discipline and quality standards.
- Recruited, trained, and directed production employees to meet project timelines and productivity benchmarks.
- Created and maintained warehouse documentation including shipping records, packing slips, and invoicing for material tracking.
Education
Lead Safety For Renovation, Repair And Painting
Proactive Safety Services
Ohio 05.2022
Shingle Master - Roofing
Certainteed ShingleMaster
OnlineHigh School Diploma -
Highland High School
Gilbert, AZ2017
Skills
- Staff training, supervision, and motivation
- Schedule management and project forecasting
- Roofing, gutters, siding, and TPO systems
- Vendor negotiation and material procurement
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (reporting, formulas, tracking systems)
- Project documentation and SOP development
- Job costing, budgeting, and cost control
- Operations planning and job progress oversight
- Strong accountability systems and performance tracking
- Quality assurance and compliance oversight
- Experience with project management software: AccuLynx, HubSpot, Zoho, CompanyCam
Timeline
Production Manager
I&E Construction
11.2024 - Current
Production Manager
Storm guard roofing and construction
11.2022 - 11.2024
Production Manager
Springrock Gutters
09.2021 - 11.2022
Production Manager
Overland roofing
01.2018 - 09.2021
Lead Safety For Renovation, Repair And Painting
Proactive Safety Services
Shingle Master - Roofing
Certainteed ShingleMaster
High School Diploma -
Highland High School
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