Scott Bradison
Summary
Experienced Plant Manager adept at improving output, maximizing quality and boosting employee satisfaction with hands-on management style. Recognized as effective business manager and motivational leader. Successful manufacturing management career.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Manager
OhSnap Pickling Co.
08.2016 - 05.2024
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements. OEE increase from 50% - 68%.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output. 99% ontime delivery.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques. Delivered EBITDA $4mm - $8mm.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Oversaw daily operations 260,000sq. ft. manufacturing plant. (3 locations)
- Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization. Planned sales growth annually of 20% - 25%. Hourly head count increase from 85 - 130 employees.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses on production issues, identifying solutions for continuous improvement efforts.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends in workplace injuries or near-misses; implemented corrective actions accordingly. Maintained a Mod Rate of .8 - 1.
- Devised and administered cost control initiatives saving $100,000 - $300,000 annually.
- Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve production issues.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs. Managed business growth of over 400% since product inception.
Maintenance Manager
GLK Foods
- Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement. Hired 55% more skilled maintenance labor.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime. Installed and managed CMMS program "Maintenance Connection".
Maintenance Manager
Nestle
01.2014 - 08.2016
- Lead all maintenance activities for Pizza manufacturing process and technical stores (5 assembly lines, 8 bakeries)
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns. Inventory accuracy of 98% for $8mm and 15,000 sku's.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime. Over 4600 preventive maintenance tasks - SAP/AMM.
- Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement. Team of 75 hourly maintenance technicians and 6 salary supervisors.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the maintenance team by encouraging open communication, problem-solving initiatives, and employee engagement activities. Successful implementation and management of TPM.
- Forecasted and reviewed maintenance budgets to establish cost-effective measures. Successfully meet budget commitments for $21mm annual maintenance budget.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Maintenance Manager
Performance Corp.
08.2012 - 11.2013
- Lead all maintenance activities for Lumber Cutting, Pallet Manufacturing, Fleet Operations, buildings, and grounds for 3 divisions (Performance Lumber, Performance Pallet, Performance Transportation)
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
- Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
Process Improvement Manager/Maintenance Manager
Services Plus, Inc.
11.2007 - 06.2012
- Lead all maintenance activities for manufacturing, buildings, and grounds including 4 sites with over 1mm total sq ft.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the maintenance team by encouraging open communication, problem-solving initiatives, and employee engagement activities.
- Lead all process improvements designed to eliminate waste within the process and automate positions on the production lines.
- Managed design and manufacturing teams to build proprietary process equipment within aggressive cost and time constraints.
Production Manager/Maintenance Manager
RR Donnelley
02.2005 - 08.2007
- Lead all maintenance activities for manufacturing, buildings, and grounds.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
- Responsible for the receipt, quality, and shipment of all materials incoming and outgoing from the facility.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing departments to align production schedules with demand forecasts, maximizing both efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Environmental Compliance Manager
Parker Hannifin Corporation
08.2003 - 02.2005
- Responsible for the facilities environmental management program.
- Led and managed strategic review and response to audit and review inquiries.
- Streamlined reporting processes, reducing the time spent on preparing regulatory submissions by improving data management systems.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate environmental compliance into daily operations effectively.
- Conducted comprehensive environmental audits to identify areas of improvement and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Developed employee training materials for increased awareness of environmental risks, responsibilities, and best practices.
- Developed compliance training initiatives and materials, educating staff on regulations.
- Managed full life cycle of assigned audits in alignment with departmental procedures, delivering progress as well as closing reports to senior management and clients.
Maintenance Facilitator/Manager
Parker Hannifin Corporation
01.2001 - 02.2005
- Lead a dynamic maintenance team to effectively maintain all plant and facility equipment.
- Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
- Used diverse teaching materials and motivational approaches to reduce learning gaps and instruct students.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry trends and best practices by attending professional development events, staying informed on new facilitation methods, and adapting them to the unique needs of clients.
- Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
- Contributed to improved team performance by facilitating workshops on communication, collaboration, and problem-solving techniques.
- Brought in projects on-time and under-budget by effectively handling routine and complex issues.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Industrial Engineer
Parker Hannifin Corporation
03.1999 - 01.2001
- Responsible for process flow, work order processing, BOM creation, material specification, and timely customer quotes.
- Identified problems and recommended new processes to improve performance and reduce costs.
- Conducted time studies for various manufacturing processes, optimizing workstations and reducing cycle times.
- Enhanced overall operational efficiency through redesigning workflow and layout of production lines.
- Provided technical support and troubleshooting expertise for equipment malfunctions, reducing downtime and maintaining production targets.
- Facilitated root cause analysis sessions to identify issues contributing to downtime or waste within the facility.
- Collected and organized data for use in key decision-making.
- Coached and assisted employees with adapting to new processes.
- Led root cause analyses to identify and address problems in industrial production.
- Created and implemented project plans for new or improved industrial processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process changes.
Manufacturing Engineer
D & S Machine Service Inc.
08.1995 - 03.1999
- Responsible for the daily production schedule, process flow, and meeting changing customer needs.
- Improved manufacturing efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean methodologies.
- Increased capacity utilization by identifying bottlenecks within the production process and implementing targeted improvements.
- Provided engineering support during new product launches, coordinating efforts between design, production, and quality control teams.
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives that resulted in significant reductions in lead times and increased customer satisfaction levels.
- Coordinated selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs.
- Provided recommendations for approval and delivered technical assistance for resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Engineering
University of Wisconsin - Stout
Menomonie, WI05.1995
Skills
- Plant and warehouse operations startups
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Production Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Team building and development
- Strategic thinker
- Budget Development
- KPI Tracking
- Root Cause Problem Solving
- Capacity Planning
- TPM Methodology
Military
United States Army (Honorable Discharge) - September 1986 to August 1989
Aircraft Electrician
Certification
Basic HACCP Certification - 2023
SQF Implementing:Food Safety Culture - 2022
SQF Implementing: SQF Code - 2022
SQF Implementing: Internal Auditing - 2022
SQF Implementing: Approved Supplier - 2022
SQF Implementing: Risk Assessment - 2022
SQF Implementing: Root Cause Analysis - 2022
SQF Implementing: Corrective/Preventive Actions - 2022
SQF Implementing: Edition 9 Conversion - 2022
Timeline
Plant Manager
OhSnap Pickling Co.
08.2016 - 05.2024
Maintenance Manager
Nestle
01.2014 - 08.2016
Maintenance Manager
Performance Corp.
08.2012 - 11.2013
Process Improvement Manager/Maintenance Manager
Services Plus, Inc.
11.2007 - 06.2012
Production Manager/Maintenance Manager
RR Donnelley
02.2005 - 08.2007
Environmental Compliance Manager
Parker Hannifin Corporation
08.2003 - 02.2005
Maintenance Facilitator/Manager
Parker Hannifin Corporation
01.2001 - 02.2005
Industrial Engineer
Parker Hannifin Corporation
03.1999 - 01.2001
Manufacturing Engineer
D & S Machine Service Inc.
08.1995 - 03.1999
Maintenance Manager
GLK Foods
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Engineering
University of Wisconsin - Stout
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