Mike VanBuskirk
Lima,OH
Summary
Business professional with a track record of delivering results in diverse and complex environments. Demonstrates strong management and supervisory skills, complemented by exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities. Highly effective time manager with proven multitasking capabilities. Builds strong rapport with both external and internal customers.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Plastic Recycling Technology
08.2013 - Current
- Clarified process flows, improving operational efficiency.
- Automated inventory receiving processes, reducing handling time and errors.
- Implemented production verification steps with testing equipment, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Established compliance certification processes, ensuring quality assurance standards met.
- Managed $1.7 million automation project and various capital initiatives successfully.
- Reduced external rejects, minimizing costs associated with quality returns.
- Led material labeling efforts, improving accuracy and traceability.
- Streamlined production scheduling and tracking using e2 software.
Plant Manager
Global Precision Parts
09.2009 - 07.2013
- Reduced raw inventory levels by implementing automated inventory control processes.
- Led a team in executing $700,000 CNC purchase to enhance capabilities.
- Managed scheduling for 30 bar machines and 15 CNC lathes to optimize workflow.
- Exceeded gross profit targets through strategic planning and execution.
- Led a team in executing $700,000 CNC purchase to enhance capabilities.
- Participated in setup reduction projects, decreasing lead times and improving operational efficiency.
- Contributed to lean 5S projects, improving workplace organization and optimizing workflow.
- Assisted with implementation of Altegra SPC and AS9100 C to ensure compliance.
Plant Manager
QualiTec Metal Finishers
05.2006 - 08.2009
- Stabilized continuous flow wastewater processes, eliminating EPA penalties.
- Implemented process controls to reduce rework and improve on-time delivery rates.
- Automated rack and barrel plating processes, increasing operational efficiency.
- Executed production scheduling with E2 system, streamlining operational workflows.
- Managed daily operations to ensure optimal performance and resource allocation.
- Reduced chemical consumption through optimized production chemistry testing.
- Assisted with ISO 9001 compliance efforts to maintain quality standards.
- Developed quoting processes for parts to support sales activities.
Carpenter
Self-employeed
06.1998 - 04.2006
- Fabricated and installed custom moldings and cabinetry for residential and commercial projects.
- Managed multiple projects with budgets exceeding $500,000, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to scope.
- Oversaw installation processes, enhancing quality standards and achieving high client satisfaction.
- Collaborated with clients to design tailored solutions that effectively met their specific needs.
Manager
The Pony Keg
12.1990 - 06.1998
- Oversaw all aspects of daily operations and small business management.
- Stabilized business operations, enabling strategic growth and revenue enhancement.
- Led building expansion project to accommodate future growth.
- Executed buyout of partner to consolidate ownership.
- Acquired state liquor agency to enhance service offerings.
- Executed partner buyout, consolidating ownership and streamlining decision-making.
- Purchased real estate, providing necessary infrastructure for business expansion.
Education
Diploma -
Allen East High School
Harrod, OHThe Dale Carnegie Course - Effective Communications and Human Relations
Skills
- Entrepreneurship and business leadership
- Manufacturing operations management
- Supervisory and mentoring skills
- Project management and organizational skills
- Conflict resolution strategies
- P&L analysis and financial oversight
- Production and asset scheduling
- Root cause analysis techniques
- Analytical and computer proficiency
- Software adaptability and MS Office expertise
- Construction and industrial skills
- Blueprint reading and layout proficiency
- Measuring techniques
- Inventory management
- Process improvement
Accomplishments
- Transformed a converted Shell gas station carryout into a vibrant party shop increasing sales revenue by 12 times and quadrupling store traffic.
- Collaborated with vendors and EPA to delist as a hazardous waste generator saving thousands of dollars.
- Personally managed shop activities to ensure more than 99% of orders shipped on time.
Skills And Qualifications
Ability to see opportunity, value streams and lean them up to maximize profitability., 30 years of business leadership experience., 14 years of manufacturing plant operations leadership., Ability to recognize potential in people and mentor/coach to improve their skills and abilities., Oversee multiple departmental teams of varying size - including staff of over 100 people., Facilitate multiple projects simultaneously., Organize project timelines and resources to complete assigned tasks on-time., Conflict resolution for internal and external customers., Analyze P & L to control spending and maximize Gross Profit., Production / Asset scheduling to maintain greater than 99% on time delivery., Identify creative solutions through root cause analysis., Strong analytical skills., Proficient in Shoptech's E2., MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio), Adapt quickly and easily to use of other software applications., Ability to read and understand drawings and blue prints., Layout and measuring work sites.
Timeline
Plant Manager
Plastic Recycling Technology
08.2013 - Current
Plant Manager
Global Precision Parts
09.2009 - 07.2013
Plant Manager
QualiTec Metal Finishers
05.2006 - 08.2009
Carpenter
Self-employeed
06.1998 - 04.2006
Manager
The Pony Keg
12.1990 - 06.1998
Diploma -
Allen East High School