Stephen Porretta
Holland ,Michigan
Summary
Experienced Senior Project Manager gifted at meeting tight deadlines, driving business opportunities, and working well in team-based environments. Engaging and personable to manage key milestones and deliver exemplary customer service. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Billco Products
04 2014 - 02 2024
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Oversaw over 200 portfolios of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions for future endeavors.
- Established effective communication channels with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment of expectations.
- Provided outstanding client service through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities.
- Crafted and maintained project plans and schedules to meet organizational objectives.
- Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for Billco Products.
- Delivered high-quality results by fostering cultures of accountability among team members and setting clear performance expectations.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Nurtured strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, building trust and credibility that facilitated smooth collaboration on shared goals.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.
Plant Manager
Billco Products
03.2007 - 04.2014
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
- Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management.
- Coordinated plant expansions and upgrades to accommodate increased demand while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
- Enhanced safety standards with implementation of comprehensive safety training initiatives for all employees.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
- Oversaw daily operations of 50,000 sq. ft. manufacturing plant.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
Education
High School Diploma -
Holland High School
Holland06.1991
Skills
- Project Scheduling
- CAD Software Proficiency
- Interpersonal Communication
- MS Office
- Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Multitasking Abilities
- Self-Motivated
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Plant Manager
Billco Products
03.2007 - 04.2014
Senior Project Manager
Billco Products
04 2014 - 02 2024
High School Diploma -
Holland High School
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