Thomas McKinney Jr.
Mcminnville
Summary
experience in optimizing operations and enhancing quality control. Proven track record in leading teams and coordinating inventory to meet production goals while ensuring safety and reliability.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Northwest Polymers / Atkore / Return Polymers
Molalla/Aurora
07.2013 - 11.2026
- Managed extruder department operations to ensure seamless production flow
- Coordinated inventory control and optimized material flow to support production needs
- Performed equipment repairs and supervised spare-parts procurement to minimize downtime
- Stepped into any role needed to support production and maintain workflow
Production Manager
Oregon Polymer Systems / Loxcreen Co.
Hubbard/Woodburn
04.1991 - 07.2013
- Managed plant operations and safety programs
- Ensured consistent production quality and efficiency
- Supervised up to 50 employees
- Operated plastic extruders and supported new project development
Extruder Operator
Polyform
salem
03.1988 - 04.1991
- Operated plastic extrusion equipment to produce custom profiles meeting client specifications
- Operated forklift to load trucks efficiently for timely deliveries
- Supported daily production needs by coordinating material flow and machine setup
Education
High School Diploma -
Amity High School
Skills
- Plastic extrusion
- Operation of a wide range of manufacturing machinery
- Maintenance and repair coordination for manufacturing equipment
- Forklift operation
- Inventory control
- Spare-parts management
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Effective leadership
- Works well with supervisors and direct reports
References
- Ryan Thompson, former coworker, 503-702-9276
- Mark Shuholm, former business owner NW Polymers, 503-799-9609
- Ben Abbott, former owner Polyform and Oregon Polymer Systems, 503-576-1908
- Tim McCormick, former operations manager, at Loxcreen, 770-557-4672
- Clark Wolfe, plant manager Return Polymers, 503-880-3217
Timeline
Production Manager
Northwest Polymers / Atkore / Return Polymers
07.2013 - 11.2026
Production Manager
Oregon Polymer Systems / Loxcreen Co.
04.1991 - 07.2013
Extruder Operator
Polyform
03.1988 - 04.1991
High School Diploma -
Amity High School