Nick Jorczak
Plymouth,MN
Summary
Accomplished Manager at Power Systems AHS, LLC, adept in operations management and complex problem-solving. Spearheaded manufacturing, shipping and receiving process improvements, achieving significant cost savings and enhancing product quality. Excelled in team leadership, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. Skilled in Lean Manufacturing and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, I drove operational excellence and profitability across multiple facilities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager – Manufacturing Operations
Power Systems AHS, LLC
02.2020 - 09.2024
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Achieved significant cost savings by renegotiating contracts with key vendors, without compromising service quality.
- Coordinated with IT department to upgrade technology infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and data security.
- Enhanced product quality by instituting rigorous quality control procedures, resulting in fewer customer complaints.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Led and managed day-to-day manufacturing operations, overseeing production, logistics, and quality control for multiple facilities.
Production Manager
Power Systems AHS, LLC
06.2008 - 02.2020
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Managed production teams, ensuring timely delivery of products while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Coordinated with engineering and quality departments to drive continuous process improvement.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles to streamline production workflows, resulting improved flow.
Operations Manager
Climatech Industries
06.2006 - 06.2008
- 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.
Outside Sales Representative
Climatech Industries
09.2002 - 06.2006
- Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
- Participated in weekly sales meetings to discuss performance metrics, strategize on improvements, and share best practices among colleagues.
Inside Sales Representative
Climatech Industries
09.2001 - 09.2002
- Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with clients and providing insightful product recommendations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service, addressing concerns promptly, and offering tailored solutions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Operations Management
- Manufacturing Process Improvement
- Team Leadership & Development
- Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma
- Production Planning & Scheduling
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- QI Macros for Excel
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Shipping/Receiving/Warehouse Management
- Cross-functional Team Collaboration
Certification
- Lean Principles - Purdue University
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - Purdue University 11/2024
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Manager – Manufacturing Operations
Power Systems AHS, LLC
02.2020 - 09.2024
Production Manager
Power Systems AHS, LLC
06.2008 - 02.2020
Operations Manager
Climatech Industries
06.2006 - 06.2008
Outside Sales Representative
Climatech Industries
09.2002 - 06.2006
Inside Sales Representative
Climatech Industries
09.2001 - 09.2002
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Purdue University
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