Ronald Blatnik
Broadview Heights,Ohio
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Summary
As a confident and dynamic operations leader boasting a tested track record of career progression, I excel in strategic planning and proactive execution. I have proven my aptitude for enhancing productivity and reducing costs through active leadership and effective purchasing strategies. Cultivating and nurturing strong communicative relationships throughout my career in conjunction with a contagious sense of urgency has driven successful project outcomes while fostering team engagement and continuous production improvement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Operations
Mid American Ventures, Inc.
Cleveland, OH
12.2022 - 07.2025
- Increased company output by 15% through optimized productivity; utilizing performance strategies and metric efficiency improvement initiatives in a particularly results-oriented and lean manufacturing operation that produces wholesale bakery for regional retail clients.
- Applied excellent problem-solving, process flow development, and strategic implementation skills to lead and support key areas of compliance, production, and logistics.
- Drove team engagement amongst a diverse and dynamic staff toward aggressive company targets in both hiring and mentoring; training the 18-person workforce on best practices and protocols by utilizing individual strengths while quickly addressing any recurring problems.
- Delegated tasks to qualified team members on evaluation basis while developing measures to both improve productivity and quality performance in team member competencies.
- Reduced operational risks and financial inconsistencies while organizing and assessing production data, billing invoices, and expense reports.
- Managed material sourcing, purchasing, and sales to create efficient account operations amidst a fluid supply chain to keep up with demand while avoiding waste.
- Cultivated and nurtured lasting client and vendor relationships using strong issue resolution and communication skills to close profitable projects with a high success rate.
- Developed training material and organized SKU catalog to standardize operating procedures
- Researched latest industry trends and technologies, both individually and within a share-group, boosting knowledge and understanding of applicable manufacturing techniques that could challenge and refine company's product offerings.
Production Manager
Mid American Ventures, Inc.
Cleveland, OH
03.2018 - 07.2025
- Developed and managed procedures and labor requirements using studied department operations in order to support workload, product specifications, and compliance guidelines.
- Created and oversaw streamlined production schedules, collaborating and adjusting with the production team to communicate clear objectives and priorities.
- Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve production issues and bottlenecks within cross-functional personnel teams.
- Contributed to both the writing and implementation of company HACCP plan.
- Collaborated with quality assurance to develop and implement successful corrective actions.
- Conducted and reviewed preventative maintenance and service programs to avoid equipment downtime; overseeing troubleshooting and repair as necessary.
Logistics Coordinator
Mid American Ventures, Inc.
Cleveland, OH
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Managed loading, unloading, and sorting of raw materials and finished goods strategically within spatial constraints to optimize the synchronization of logistics and production.
- Updated and maintained ERP system databases to track shipments, monitor inventory, and project performance from generated lot tracking reports.
- Designed the layout of inventory racking systems and storage areas to increase inventory capacity by 40% while maintaining flow to meet growing production demands.
Production Team Member
Mid American Ventures, Inc.
Cleveland, OH
12.2014 - 01.2017
- Interpreted work order specifications as to plan, schedule, and complete tasks precisely in support of production flow between workstations and packing lines.
- Volunteered for additional assignments and shifts during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
Packaging Associate
Mid American Ventures, Inc.
Cleveland, OH
07.2010 - 12.2014
- Performed packaging tasks alongside the team within a fast-paced environment to execute proper procedures preparing for shipment or storage.
- Assisted in quality and production process improvements to derive new packaging initiatives.
Team Supervisor
Marc Glassman, Inc.
Broadview Heights, OH
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Led and oversaw cross-functional internal teams to direct daily workflow operations while identifying and resolving problems using defined processes, expertise, and judgement.
- Maintained effective communication with both team members and customers to provide detailed information pertaining to tasks and product information
Stock Team Member
Marc Glassman, Inc.
Broadview Heights, OH
06.2010 - 09.2017
- Unloaded, sorted, and stocked merchandise effectively according to store layout and product placement while maintaining a clean work area and monitoring shrinkage.
- Maintained effective communication with both team members and customers to provide detailed information pertaining to tasks and product information.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OHSkills
- Strategic and proactive planning
- Active leadership and development training
- Problem solving
- Compliance: PCQI trained with audit experience
- Cross-departmental coordination and multitasking
- Production analysis
- Manufacturing standard operating procedures
- Lean manufacturing and 5S
- Fluency in Microsoft Office and industry ERP systems
- Strong physical coordination and acumen
Work Availability
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Languages
English
Timeline
Vice President of Operations
Mid American Ventures, Inc.
12.2022 - 07.2025
Production Manager
Mid American Ventures, Inc.
03.2018 - 07.2025
Team Supervisor
Marc Glassman, Inc.
09.2017 - 08.2019
Logistics Coordinator
Mid American Ventures, Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2020
Production Team Member
Mid American Ventures, Inc.
12.2014 - 01.2017
Packaging Associate
Mid American Ventures, Inc.
07.2010 - 12.2014
Stock Team Member
Marc Glassman, Inc.
06.2010 - 09.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Cleveland State University