Manager Plant

Jason J. Dirkman

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Northwood, OH 43619

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SUMMARY

Disciplined, process-oriented Plant/Operations Manager with experience

supporting various operations to maximize manufacturing quantity and

quality. Proven success leading production teams to meet aggressive

manufacturing goals. An accomplished leader who combines technical

expertise with strong project coordination skills to achieve resolution of

complex problems. Able to identify problems proactively, define solutions

and implement new processes and procedures. Expertise in:

Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing Initiatives

Facility Profit and Loss Oversight QS9000 Implementation

ISO 14001 Implementation 5S/Kaizen Initiatives

Preventative Maintenance Programs Scheduling and MRP practices

Professional Experience

HA International, Toledo, OH 1997 - 2010

Plant Manager, TIER 1 Automotive Supplier

Responsibilities include: Subject matter expert for Lean Manufacturing

initiatives; oversee and control all P&L for the Toledo Plant; initiate

customer contact to ensure product quality.

. Implemented safety training, committee meetings and incentive program

. Led plant to profitable status by reducing and controlling monthly

expenses.

. Directed the implementation of QS 9000 and ISO 14001 to reduce liability

and ensure environmental quality.

. Reduced operating budget by forty percent to achieve profitability.

. Directed Sales & Operations Planning meetings with all functional teams.

. Acted as direct liaison with key customers to supports sales and ensure

quality initiatives.

. Implemented preventative maintenance programs to increase machine

efficiency and eliminate downtime.

. Through EOQ, ABC analysis and MRP reduced inventory by 50% or $800,000 at

Plants, Warehouses, and Toll providers.

. SAP subject matter expert.

. Monitored all SPC data to initiate corrective actions as needed.

. Reorganized scheduling practices to improve sequencing and eliminate

unneeded floor stock.

. Directed the automation of processing equipment to improve product

quality and batch times.

. Organized product line transfers from multiple manufacturing facilities.

US REDUCTION ALUMINUM, Toledo, OH 1995 - 1997

Plant Manager

Responsible for all Profit and Loss for the Toledo Plant operation.

. Reduced inventory to meet corporate objectives.

. Negotiated union contracts on behalf of the company that was equitable

for employees and that met company budget constraints.

. Implemented organizational tools to eliminate outside warehousing.

. Sourced, negotiated, and handled contracts for transloading and

warehousing sites.

. Reduced scrap and imperfections by streamlining operations.

WESTHAVEN SERVICES, Perrysburg, OH 1989 - 1995

Operations Manager

Responsible flow of operations and all inventory control measures.

. Developed checkpoints to control variances in assembly line

manufacturing.

. Implemented PLC units on assembly line to increase productivity and

eliminate production errors.

. Aligned manufacturing goals and corporate objectives.

Education

Business Management Curriculum, The University of Toledo

Training

Sales & Operations Planning - Oliver Wright Group, 2000

Principles of Project Management - Versatile Company, 2004

Value Selling - Value Selling Associates, 2005

Complete Facilities Management Course - Rockhurst University, 2006

OSHA 511 Safety & Health Standards for General Industry - Eastern Michigan

University, 2004, 2006

Change Leadership Training - Borden Chemical, 2007

Introduction to Metalcasting - American Foundry Society, 2007

Computer Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point

SAP Subject Matter Expert- Plant Accounting, Inventory, MRP, Scheduling

Certifications

ISO 14001/QS 9000 Internal Auditor - IQUES, 2006

Six Sigma Greenbelt - BMG Group, 2006

CPR & First Aid - American Red Cross, 2009

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