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Ronnie Herriott

Davidson,NC

Summary

Results-driven professional at General Motors with expertise in lean management and cross-functional collaboration. Achieved a 21% increase in profit margin through innovative continuous improvement processes and effective team development. Proven ability to enhance manufacturing operations while implementing stringent quality assurance controls. Aiming to leverage strategic leadership skills to drive operational excellence in future endeavors.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Cataler North America
Lincolnton, NC
01.2023 - Current
  • Streamlined system workflows to boost overall efficiency and reliability.
  • Ensures efficient communication among organizational groups.
  • Examined production orders and schedules to determine product specifications, quantities, and timelines for operational planning.
  • Revise standard operational practices and ensure worker compliance.
  • Evaluated production and operational reports to identify and address inefficiencies.
  • Lead kaizen activities for enhanced department efficiency.

Manager of Campus Dining

Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN
09.2019 - 07.2022
  • Supervise processes and procedures while evaluating their efficiency.
  • Directed and coached team members on Fusion recipes and production sheets to maintain accuracy.
  • Provided constructive feedback to the Executive Chef regarding recipe precision and forecast alignment.
  • Ensured staff adherence to proper waste disposal and recording protocols using Lean Path.
  • Maintained accurate dating and labeling of food in coolers and storage areas.
  • Promoted a culture of high performance by ensuring clarity in communication of expectations.

Production Manager

General Motors
Bowling Green, KY
05.2014 - 08.2019
  • Fostered positive working relationships among employees, union representatives and management.
  • Administered National and Local Agreements between General Motors and United Auto Workers Union.
  • Provided effective leadership to cultivate high-performing teams.
  • Exhibited strong analytical abilities by leveraging data to solve problems.
  • Implemented systems to prevent recurrence of known issues.
  • Advanced workplace safety initiatives, successfully meeting targets for ergonomics and housekeeping.
  • Motivated, trained and developed employees for effective job performance using standardized methods.
  • Maintained production schedules using lean manufacturing.
  • Implemented cost-saving strategies leading to improved resource allocation.

Launch Team - Performance Build Center

General Motors
Bowling Green, KY
05.2013 - 05.2014
  • Acquired complete production details for LS7 and LT4 engines.
  • Conducted thorough validation assessments to certify readiness of equipment for assembly use.
  • Contributed to the development of LT4 engine as part of an innovative team.
  • Performed construction and validation of JES books specific to LS7 engine.
  • Prepared LS7, LT4, and Customer Build Lines to establish a streamlined process before beginning production.
  • Spearheaded issue resolution strategy development with personnel.
  • Partnered with Area Leader to validate proper design and functionality for PBC.

Area Supervisor/ Director of Operations

Southeast Pizza LLC
Winston-Salem, NC
01.2007 - 05.2013
  • Oversaw comprehensive food service operations.
  • Supervised all aspects of inventory and food safety.
  • Engineered impactful marketing plans resulting in substantial increases in revenue.
  • Directed operations to secure a 21% rise in profit margins across two years.
  • Guaranteed adherence to safety standards, resulting in successful inspection outcomes.
  • Devised and implemented strategies to enhance overall operational efficiency in a dynamic organization.
  • Directed comprehensive preparation efforts for opening phase.
  • Developed aggressive marketing plans to drive business growth.
  • Developed budgeting, expense control plans from ground up.
  • Oversaw key facets of operations with focus on talent cultivation, sales optimization, and financial performance.
  • Identified actions to enhance overall organizational performance through clear communication.

Education

BS - Business Management

University of Phoenix
Remote

Computer Science

North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NC

Skills

  • Lean Management
  • Staffing management
  • Supply chain distribution
  • Production data analysis
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Preventive maintenance oversight
  • Production scheduling
  • Workflow optimization
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Quality inspection
  • Metrics management
  • Operations auditing
  • Training coordination
  • Material planning
  • Quality assurance controls
  • Inventory coordination
  • Strategic execution
  • Manufacturing
  • Continuous improvement processes
  • Safety monitoring
  • Inventory management specialist
  • Experienced in production scheduling
  • Workforce training
  • Process Optimization
  • Quality assurance testing
  • ISO standards
  • Supply chain management
  • Manufacturing management
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Project management
  • OSHA regulations
  • Manufacturing operations
  • Cause and effect analysis
  • Staff management
  • KPI tracking
  • Shift checklists

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Production Manager

Cataler North America
01.2023 - Current

Manager of Campus Dining

Vanderbilt University
09.2019 - 07.2022

Production Manager

General Motors
05.2014 - 08.2019

Launch Team - Performance Build Center

General Motors
05.2013 - 05.2014

Area Supervisor/ Director of Operations

Southeast Pizza LLC
01.2007 - 05.2013

BS - Business Management

University of Phoenix

Computer Science

North Carolina A & T State University

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