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Tom Plesia

Everett,WA

Summary

Ambitious Production Manager with 20+ years of experience in equipment manufacturing environments. Motivates employees to align performance with company objectives in fast-paced production environments. Superior competency in resource allocation, production scheduling and workflow management. Experienced Production Manager successful maintaining consistent on-time delivery for customers. Well-organized, proactive and resourceful in dealing with routine and complex production issues.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Formost Fuji Corporation
Woodinville, WA
01.2009 - Current


  • Assessed manufacturing processes and recommended improvements to increase productivity.
  • Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees and worked with Human Resources to meet changing production schedules.
  • Applied lean practices to balance workflow and eliminate unnecessary steps.
  • Revitalized operational structures and procedures to successfully control turnover and waste, enhance output and boost overall quality.


Maintenance Engineer Manager

DePaul Packaging
Portland, OR
03.2003 - 01.2009
  • Developed process improvements to increase reliability and equipment performance.
  • Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Worked with colleagues on special projects such as Frito lay chip bagger and Starbucks gift line.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Commercial Photography

The Art Institute of Seattle
Seattle, WA
06.1993

Skills

  • Raw Product Testing
  • New Product Development
  • Distribution Coordination
  • Infrastructure Management
  • Time Management
  • Production Problem Resolution

Timeline

Production Manager

Formost Fuji Corporation
01.2009 - Current

Maintenance Engineer Manager

DePaul Packaging
03.2003 - 01.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Commercial Photography

The Art Institute of Seattle
Tom Plesia