Nicholas Dion
Agawam,MA
Summary
Highly organized and skilled in coordinating production schedules to meet customer needs while targeting production efficiency. Experience in ensuring timely procurement of materials, effective inventory management, and expediting orders to meet critical deadlines. Exceptional problem-solving abilities and adaptability ensure minimal delays, consistently achieving targets and expectations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Planner
Ahlstrom Nonwovens
Windsor Locks, CT
04.2020 - Current
- Planned and managed production schedules driven by client requirements, stock levels, and operational constraints.
- Worked closely with sales and customer service teams to forecast demand and plan production accordingly.
- Handled FG and SFG stock levels to attain working capital benchmarks.
- Interfaced with key customers to prioritize orders and support requirements.
- Oversaw plant OTAPIF performance with results consistently surpassing targets.
- Participated in process improvement and S&OP initiatives.
Supply Chain Specialist
Ahlstrom Nonwovens
Windsor Locks, CT
01.2020 - Current
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials aligned with MRP specifications and safety stock parameters.
- Produced consignment reports for improved inventory management.
- Acquired MRO parts required by maintenance teams.
- Contributed to assessment of suppliers.
- Utilized SAP software for efficient business processes.
Account Executive
Hampden Papers, Inc.
Holyoke, MA
01.2004 - 01.2020
- Established relationships with key accounts and partners in assigned territory.
- Sourced new business opportunities using multiple channels.
- Delivered engaging product presentations to new and existing customers.
- Assisted with price estimating and materials sourcing to meet customer needs.
- Formulated and sustained a plan to attract new customers as well as retain current ones.
Chemist
Hampden Papers, Inc.
Holyoke, MA
01.2004 - 01.2020
- Purchased all chemicals for use in production.
- Reviewed potential products to ensure they met customer demands and lowered costs.
- Conducted tests on raw materials and completed products.
- Maintained product masters and documentation for production.
- Investigated and responded to customer complaints.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Supply Chain Management
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MABachelor of Science - Chemistry
American International College
Springfield, MASkills
- Production scheduling
- Inventory management
- Demand forecasting
- SAP software
- ERP Systems
- Microsoft Office
- Customer relationship management
Certification
- ASQ, Certified Quality Technician (CQT)
- ASQ, Certified Quality Inspector (CQI)
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Timeline
Production Planner
Ahlstrom Nonwovens
04.2020 - Current
Supply Chain Specialist
Ahlstrom Nonwovens
01.2020 - Current
Account Executive
Hampden Papers, Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2020
Chemist
Hampden Papers, Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2020
Master of Business Administration - Supply Chain Management
Fitchburg State University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
American International College
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