Scott Kautzman

Operations Manager
Pregis — Marysville, MI
March 2015 – Present

• Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
• Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service to support operational goals.
• Directed daily production operations, managing a team of 75+ employees and ensuring production schedules were met on time.
• Spearheaded continuous process improvement initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and minimizing production errors.
• Oversaw inventory management, reviewing MRP systems and aligning production with customer demand.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality standards, fostering a culture of workplace safety.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams including quality, engineering, and customer service to resolve production issues and meet customer specifications.
• Developed employee training programs that reduced turnover and enhanced job satisfaction.

• Coordinated workflow among production teams, enhancing efficiency and minimizing downtime.
• Communicated effectively with cross-functional teams to address production challenges.
• Analyzed production schedules to ensure optimal resource allocation across departments.
• Supervised a team of 30+ employees in the manufacturing area.
• Identified and implemented process improvements through automation and other methods.
• Analyzed data from production reports and identified areas needing improvement.
• Implemented cost-reduction strategies to improve profitability of the organization's products.

• Coordinated and reviewed work of assigned staff, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
• Evaluated methods and procedures, recommending improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Acted as a liaison between departments, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Managed daily departmental operations, assigning tasks to personnel based on skill and workload.
• Prepared reports on work assignments and operations, ensuring accurate documentation and follow-through.
• Developed strong relationships with employees, reducing turnover by 40% within 8 months.

• Managed multiple work teams in high-volume unionized manufacturing environment to achieve performance metrics.
• Coordinated daily activities to implement world-class manufacturing tools and processes.
• Oversaw development of high-functioning teams, including team leaders and operators.
• Monitored performance to ensure alignment with business goals and drive continuous improvement efforts.

• Managed daily operations for 20 employees and one supervisor, ensuring efficient site performance.
• Partnered with management to enhance operational functions of company site.
• Ensured compliance with OSHA, federal, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays.
• Delegated tasks to UAW and Chrysler employees based on project needs and team strengths.
• Contracted by Chrysler to handle janitorial and additional tasks, ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Conducted hiring, interviewing, and training for new employees.