Thomas Price
Shawnee,OK
Summary
Experienced Plant Manager adept at improving output, maximizing quality and boosting employee satisfaction with hands-on management style. Recognized as effective business manager and motivational leader. Successful manufacturing management career spanning 15 years. Resourceful plant management leader with expertise in cost controls, lean manufacturing principles and employee training. 25-year track record of success in part production. Production management professional knowledgeable about allocating resources, optimizing production and increasing output with hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities. Proficient in planning and implementing innovative production strategies.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager/Production Manager
Oilfield Equipment & Manufacturing
10.2017 - Current
- I am responsible for 33 machines and 22 machinist to produce at 80% - 85% efficiency
- I also supervise Purchasing Dept, Shipping/Receiving Dept, and Quality Dept
- At the peak of this position I was supervising 54 employees.
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
- Oversaw daily operations of 30,000 sq. ft. manufacturing plant.
- Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
- Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses on production issues, identifying solutions for continuous improvement efforts.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends in workplace injuries or near-misses; implemented corrective actions accordingly.
- Streamlined supply chain operations, reducing lead times and improving inventory management.
- Coordinated plant expansions and upgrades to accommodate increased demand while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing cost savings on raw materials without sacrificing quality.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
General Contractor
Woodlake Properties
05.2003 - Current
- Painting, mowing, fixing houses up for resale.
CNC Machinist
Applied Industrial Machining
08.2010 - 10.2017
- CNC machinist - Program, Edit, Offset, and Produce on a Machine.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Improved accuracy in part production by utilizing precise measurement tools and calibrating machines accordingly.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking guidance on CNC programming or machine setup challenges.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
- Regularly exceeded daily production goals by effectively troubleshooting machinery and programming issues.
Production & Safety Manager
Taylor Valve
10.2009 - 08.2010
- Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
- Promoted worksite safety by implementing enhanced lockout and tagout maintenance processes.
Production Supervisor/Machinist
JA Oilfield
11.2005 - 10.2009
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
Education
Certification - Programs on Mazak CNC Lathes
MT School
Irving, TXHigh School Diploma -
Asher High School
Asher, OKAssociate's degree - Computer Science
Seminole State College
Seminole, OKSkills
- CNC programming
- Extensive knowledge of lathes
- Experience with Fanuc, Mazak, Fatal, and more
- Extensive knowledge of Blueprint reading
- Experience with a wide range of source materials including metals and plastics
- Knowledge of a wide range of machines and tool applications
- Basic knowledge of mills and milling machines, grinders, shapers, Taps, thread cutters, and drills
- Skilled at the use of shop mathematics
- 27 years accident-free
- Self-motivated, ability to learn quickly and obtain and hold high standards of quality for my work
- Available to work overtime and open to expanding my education and skills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Production Planning
- Safety Management
- Facility Management
- Production Scheduling
- Scheduling
- Team building and development
- Lean manufacturing principles
- ISO Compliance
- Troubleshooting skills
- Operating Budgets
- Employee Hiring
- Strategic thinker
- OSHA Regulations
- KPI Tracking
Timeline
Plant Manager/Production Manager
Oilfield Equipment & Manufacturing
10.2017 - Current
CNC Machinist
Applied Industrial Machining
08.2010 - 10.2017
Production & Safety Manager
Taylor Valve
10.2009 - 08.2010
Production Supervisor/Machinist
JA Oilfield
11.2005 - 10.2009
General Contractor
Woodlake Properties
05.2003 - Current
Certification - Programs on Mazak CNC Lathes
MT School
High School Diploma -
Asher High School
Associate's degree - Computer Science
Seminole State College