Theodore VanSickle
MADISON
Summary
Energetic, versatile and results oriented leader with a manufacturing background, in-depth experience in “state of the art” manufacturing processes and workflow concepts, including lean manufacturing principles, Kaizen, one piece flow analysis and process flow analysis. Excellent project management skills with a hands-on style and the ability to operate effectively in a team environment to positively motivate others.
Production management professional with proven track record in orchestrating complex production schedules and enhancing operational efficiency. Highly reliable and adaptable, known for fostering collaborative team environment and meeting dynamic production demands. Expertise in strategic planning and team leadership.
Experienced with leading production teams and streamlining manufacturing processes to enhance productivity. Utilizes strategic planning to align production goals with company objectives. Track record of fostering team collaboration and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Director
Polaris Industries
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated clear communication between management teams across all departments ensuring cohesive decision-making collaboration towards shared objectives.
- Evaluated emerging technologies trends potentially beneficial company's long-term success integrating them where appropriate into existing operations.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing departments to align production goals with market demand forecasting.
- Developed standard operating procedures to ensure consistency in product manufacturing and improve overall productivity.
- Planned and implemented production schedules and develop project budget.
- Managed a team of production staff, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to foster professional growth.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and increase operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of new products into the production line.
Production Manager
Polaris Industries
07.2018 - 08.2023
- Currently leading a team of 13 salary and 400 hourly employees at a fast-paced fortune 500 company
- 50% reduction of first aid treatments in first year
- Plant high score of 85% for Employee Relations HR audit
- Established Ranger command center in assembly that implemented quality control that led to achieving manufacturing CPTV and Manufacturing rework % for 2022
- Led team in Slingshot assembly to achieve a rate of 50 units per day
- Led Tube fab, weld and metal paint team during a global pandemic producing plant volume records for crew product line
- Improved metal paint uptime while leading the facilities team by leading the metal paint wheel replacement project
Director of Operations
Remington Outdoor Company
05.2014 - 07.2018
- Staff member of Huntsville facility start-up project
- Manage all the daily operations that take place in the facility
- Develop, implement and manage core processes for new site
- Develop and implement short and long-term operational strategy
- Develop and direct annual budgeting and planning process for the organization's annual budget
- Responsible for setting guidelines for personnel evaluations, recruitment, and advancement
- Manage and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Support Services (HR, IT and Finance), through improvements to each function as well as coordination and communication between support and business functions
- Plan, direct, coordinate, and lead people and policies
Operations Manager
Remington Outdoor Company
11.2012 - 05.2014
- Improve the operational systems, processes and policies in support of the company mission
- Manage and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Support Services (HR, IT and Finance), through coordination and communication between support and business functions
- Drive initiatives in the management team and organizationally that contribute to long-term operational excellence
- Contribute to short and long-term organizational planning and strategy as a member of the management team
- Develop and direct annual budgeting and planning process for the organization's annual budget
- Coordinate, manage and monitor the workings of various departments in the organization
- Formulate and implement departmental, and organizational policies and procedures to maximize output
- Coordinate and monitor the work of various departments involved in production, warehousing, pricing and distribution of goods
Area Manager
Remington Outdoor Company
10.2009 - 11.2012
- Coordinate production, distribution, warehousing and sales for area of responsibility
- Develop plans for efficient use of materials, machines and employees
- Review production costs and product quality, and modify production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of division
- Make recommendations for, and direct implementation and execution of, manufacturing policies and practices throughout area of responsibility
- Build, develop and manage operations leadership team capable of carrying out needed operations strategies and improving employee relations
- Direct preparation of accounting records
- Recommend budget to management
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and Company policies and procedures
- Manage subordinate Production Supervisors and other staff support responsible for production of firearms and their components
Education
BA - Business and Public Management
State University of New York Institute of Technology
Utica, NY05.2006
Skills
- Operations Improvement
- Lean Manufacturing Practices
- Cost Control Strategies
- Project Management
- Proficient in Microsoft and SAP
- Facilities Consolidation
Military Service
US Army, 11/01/96, 07/01/01
Timeline
Production Director
Polaris Industries
08.2023 - Current
Production Manager
Polaris Industries
07.2018 - 08.2023
Director of Operations
Remington Outdoor Company
05.2014 - 07.2018
Operations Manager
Remington Outdoor Company
11.2012 - 05.2014
Area Manager
Remington Outdoor Company
10.2009 - 11.2012
BA - Business and Public Management
State University of New York Institute of Technology
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