RESUME OF QUALIFICATIONS

OBJECTIVE

Experienced manufacturing professional seeks challenging environment where background and

experience can be applied to the efficient satisfaction of the production objective.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Manufacturing Manager 10 years

Logistics Manager 8 years
Safety and Health Manager 4 years
Managed Quality 10 Years
Procurement Manager 4 years
Implementation Manager TS16949
Highly skilled and knowledgeable regarding Automation and Robotics
Experience with automotive OEM supply chain managers
Participated in OEM supplier symposiums, and product launch
Production planning, cost control, supplier performance
Innovative and creative in problem solving and cost reduction
Knowledgeable OSHA regulations / compliance
Excellent organization, follow-up, analytical, and communication skills
Knowledgeable on Quality Systems TS-16949, QS-9001, ISO14001, ISO9001/2000

EXPERIENCE

1/08 – 9/09 BBK Performance, Corona & Temecula, California

Director of Manufacturing
Responsible for Manufacturing Operations. As the Director of Manufacturing my responsibilities
included overseeing Quality, Logistics, Production Planning. Responsible for cost control, vendor
performance, outside processing, inventory accuracy, Safety, and OSHA compliance. Temecula
(Headquarter) location managed full CNC machine shop and R&D. The Corona location was
primarily utilized for welded products, such as Stainless Steel Performance Headers, and undercar
Exhaust and Suspension products. Corona was also the Packaging and Distribution center.

02/03 - 1/08 Magnaflow Performance Exhaust, Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Sr. Manufacturing Manager / Plant Manager
Responsible for Manufacturing in 3 facilities. Equipment planning, Logistics, capital expenditures,
resource planning, OSHA compliance / safety, continuous improvement, Mfg planning, production
throughput, inventory, P&L, cost control, and quality. Four managers, six supervisors and 170
direct employees were my responsibility.

10/1999 – 02/03 NGK Spark Plugs, Irvine California

Manufacturing Manager promoted to General Manager
As General Manager I was responsible for operations in the plant. Duties include Logistics,
resource management, facility safety, production planning, security, quality and quantity of
production, Administration/HR duties, cost control, profitability, and training. NGK was TS-16949,
QS 9002 and ISO 14000 certified. Five department managers, reported directly to me, we
employed approximately 200 factory associates.

06/1996 – 10/1999 Smittybilt Inc, Corona, California

Robotic Supervisor promoted to Plant Manager
 At Smittybilt, I was responsible for all production-related matters. Managed a
crew of, five department supervisors, ten leaders and two hundred production workers. My daily
duties included, establishing clear production goals, creating production schedules, estimating
product backlogs, and monitoring quality. Controlled, determined and monitored resource levels.
Was involved with R&D in the design and fabrication of welding jigs and fixtures. Was responsible
for purchasing raw materials, production supplies and consumables.

3/1995 – 5/1996 Gary Steel, Long Beach, California

Night Shift Manager
Night Shift Facility Manager. Was responsible for a crew of two, leadmen and thirty steel workers.
Gary Steel was the largest supplier of steel plate on the West Coast. Was responsible for the
efficient operation of seven gantry type NC Gas and Plasma cutting machines. Responsible for all
Night Shift operations, shipping, receiving, administration, and quality.

11/1988 -3/1996 Komatsu Forklift MFG, Buena Park, California

Welding Leadman promoted to Plant Manager
My normal duties included supervising a crew of five lead men and sixty workers. Responsible for
production planning, created work schedules, product quantity and quality. Responsible for the
Machine Shop Production. Purchased shop equipment, consumable supplies, and welding products.
Was also the safety director and hazardous material coordinator. While employed at Komatsu, I
was sent to Japan were I received a certification for Management, Inventory Control, Kaizen, JIT,
and Advanced Robotic Programming.

EDUCATION

1969/1972: Wilson High School: Long Beach, California

1972/1974: Long Beach City College, California, (Industrial Major)
1980: Modern Shipbuilding and Management Techniques
1990: Attended multiple Management Seminars, attained certifications
1991: Computer Training: Lotus 123 Qpro, and WordStar
1995: Advanced computer training: PowerPoint, Excel, Word
2000: Completed training course titled, Tools for Corrective Action
2001: Completed training course titled, Visual Factory Management
2001: Certified in, Advanced Microsoft Access
2001: Certified by General Motors Corp. in Lean Manufacturing Concepts
2003: Completed OSHA certified Hazwoper Training, certified as a Level 3 Responder
2005: Fanuc Robot Training
2007: Completed 20 weeks Manager Training (received certification)

ACHIEVEMENTS

Project Implementation Manager ISO 9001/2000

Managed Purchasing, Logistics, and Warehouse functions
Implemented Continuous Improvement program
Introduced (LEAN) operations
Systemized R&D process
Created process mapping for R&D and production
Project Implementation Manager for Automation and Robotics
Participated in meetings with OEM customers, represented operations during visits/audits
Won General Motors Supplier of the Year (three consecutive years)
Dispatched to Japan (twice) for Management, Five S, and Lean Mfg. Training
First local staff (non Japanese transferee) at NGK to achieve General Manage title
Promoted to Plant Manager at Smittybilt
Member of American Welding Society since 1987
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Salary History
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