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Terry Foreman

Lodi,Ca

Summary

Seasoned Parts Manager with background in automotive and manufacturing industries. Demonstrated skill in inventory management, team leadership, and vendor relationships. Noteworthy ability to increase efficiency while reducing costs through strategic sourcing, proactive problem-solving, and staff training. Significant impact on bottom-line performance in previous roles.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Parts Manager

Panella Trucking LLC
Stockton, Ca
05.2022 - Current
  • Demonstrated expertise in tractor and trailer components relevant to fleet requirements
  • Demonstrated exceptional negotiating abilities to procure superior components at the lowest expense
  • Oversaw maintenance and work orders for fleet comprising 325 tractors and 1,600 trailers
  • Developed expertise in handling parts related to PACCAR, Cummins, Caterpillar and Detroit Diesel engines
  • Accumulated hands-on experience working on various tractor brands including Peterbilt, Kenworth, and Freightliner
  • Maintained comprehensive control of extensive inventories spanning 5,000+ SKU’s and $1 million in assets
  • Identified pricing trends to enhance cost efficiency
  • Reduced process lags, managing daily parts operations such as fulfilling service requests, generating orders, tracking inventory and maintaining profit margins

Warehouse coordinator

Kubbix Energy
Tracy, Ca
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Prepare materials for shipment
  • Organizing warehouse materials to maximize efficiency
  • Loading and unloading trailers
  • Deliver and pickup materials from jobsites and vendors
  • Customer and vendor relations
  • Cycle counting
  • Inventory management
  • Clerical duties

Production Supervisor

Vinotheque Wine Cellars
Stockton, Ca
04.2021 - 01.2022
  • Managed workflow, warehouse operations, and production efficiencies
  • Performed daily health assessments for a team of over 50 employees
  • Synchronized product requirements with Sales and CSR teams to meet customer expectations
  • Coordinated production activities through strong leadership
  • Directed operational activities, emphasizing effective resource ordering and process management
  • Executed operational strategies to enhance profit margins and minimize material defects

Assistant Plant Manager

Unifirst Corp
Stockton, Ca
09.2020 - 03.2021
  • Planned, organized, and managed operations encompassing daily Safety walks and HACCP audits
  • Performed routine health assessments for over 65 employees daily.
  • Ensured customer needs were met while maintaining quality and HACCP standards across all locations
  • Enhanced production efficiency with effective leadership and communication.
  • Directed ordering materials, overseeing order fulfillment, production schedules and ensuring efficiency.

Production Manager

UFP Thornton LLC
Thornton, CA
07.2013 - 05.2020
  • Managed daily activities through effective planning of safety audits, inventory needs, and production schedules
  • Reduced costs and elevated service efficiency by implementing innovative practices
  • Oversaw creation and maintenance of production procedure documentation for workforce exceeding 100 employees
  • Implemented strategic process improvements by analyzing operational performance within the safety framework
  • Coordinated operational tasks, encompassing material procurement and supply management
  • Prepared and presented weekly KPI reports highlighting assembly efficiency, machine performance, inventory metrics, and JIT delivery results
  • Coordinated annual physical inventory processes through strategic planning

Machine Operator Tech 4C

California Natural Products
Lathrop, CA
06.2011 - 07.2013
  • Adhered to technical documentation to determine and execute operational sequences
  • Achieved perfect accuracy in meeting all HACCP requirements
  • Informed management promptly about special incidents and non-conformance issues
  • Configured machines to resolve operational issues
  • Spearheaded operational enhancements, leading to cost savings and higher profit margins

Cycle Counter/Cost accountant

UFP Thornton LLC
Thornton, CA
02.2006 - 03.2010
  • Managed over $40 million in assets
  • Demonstrated exceptional proficiency in managing and maintaining inventory accuracy
  • Successfully handled material variance reconciliation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
  • Exhibited outstanding independent work capabilities
  • Exhibited expertise in streamlining workflows to enhance productivity
  • Trained staff on effective inventory management methods
  • Led efforts in developing and enhancing JSAs while being an active member of the Safety committee over multiple years.

Education

GED -

Lodi Adult School
Lodi, Ca

Skills

  • Operational Management
  • Warehouse management
  • Inventory Control Expert
  • Procurement Management
  • Vendor Management
  • Project Execution
  • Data Collection Expertise
  • Quality Management Practices
  • Analytical Metrics Tracking
  • Proven Leadership Ability
  • Production Scheduling Expert
  • Mentorship Experience
  • 6S and Kaizen Trained Professional
  • Proficient in Six Sigma Techniques
  • Safety Compliance
  • HACCP Compliance Expertise
  • Job Safety Analysis
  • SOP Implementation Skills

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Parts Manager

Panella Trucking LLC
05.2022 - Current

Warehouse coordinator

Kubbix Energy
03.2022 - 05.2022

Production Supervisor

Vinotheque Wine Cellars
04.2021 - 01.2022

Assistant Plant Manager

Unifirst Corp
09.2020 - 03.2021

Production Manager

UFP Thornton LLC
07.2013 - 05.2020

Machine Operator Tech 4C

California Natural Products
06.2011 - 07.2013

Cycle Counter/Cost accountant

UFP Thornton LLC
02.2006 - 03.2010

GED -

Lodi Adult School
Terry Foreman