Professional Summary Driven manager with high initiative who is focused on increasing production, minimizing equipment downtime and costs and maximizing overall plant efficiency. Proven effective in rallying teams to improve productivity, moral and achieving corporate goals. Proven effective in mentoring and developing Managers, Supervisors and Operations staff. Demonstrated ability to meet critical customer deadlines through effective communication and goal setting of the team. Resourceful plant management leader with expertise in cost controls, lean manufacturing principles and employee training.