RESUME 1 for OPERATIONS MANAGER

Candidate Name

Candidate Address, City, State, Zip Code
Phone: (000) 000-0000 Cell: (000) 000-0000
Email: xxxxxx@aol.com

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Operations Management

A results oriented, hands-on individual with more than ten years of progressive manufacturing management experience. Management style strongly emphasizes teamwork, creativity, and empowering people. Experienced in:
Lean Manufacturing Implementations
Cellular Manufacturing Implementations
Continuous Improvement Processes
Supplier and Customer Kanban Systems
Kaizen Events
5-S Implementation
Make vs. Buy Decisions
Supplier Agreements
Gain Sharing Programs
Developing Performance Evaluation Systems
Team Building
Mentoring / Coaching
Professional Experience

Operations and Cost Management Consultant (2002–Present)

Provide management and consulting services to clients in the areas of: lean manufacturing, project and program management, kaizen, performance metrics, asset when developing, supplier relationships, supplier agreements, make versus buy decisions, cost modeling, and gain sharing programs.

Corporation, City, State (1988–2002)
(Leading filtration, separation and purification company with over $1.5 billion in revenues.)

Purchase for Resale Business Unit Manager (2002)

Responsible for the identification, development, validation and ongoing success of final assembly services provided on company products and products purchased and resold under the company’s name.
Developed a local supplier to eliminate quality and delivery issues resulting in over $200,000 in savings during the first 7 months.
Performed a Make vs. Buy analysis on an existing product line resulting in the product line being brought in house providing greater manufacturing flexibility and $150,000 in savings.
Developed a strategy to create preferred supplier partnerships for outside services with industry leaders to consolidate suppliers and open the door to co-marketing and selling agreements.
Managed a program to transfer company owned plastic injection mold tools to a preferred supplier resulting in improved quality and $700,000 in annual savings.

Senior Director, Operations, Medical Device Plant (1998–2002)
Plant Manager, Process Plant (1996–1998)
Senior Manufacturing Manager, Process Plant (1993–1996)

Held increasingly responsible positions as a result of demonstrating a solid track record for managing multiple functional areas and delivering results for the company through the manufacturing of OEM medical and laboratory devices in ISO 9001, EN 46000, FDA compliant cleanroom facilities.
analysis on an existing product line resulting in the product line being brought in house providing greater manufacturing flexibility Managed a direct staff of 8 with responsibility for 180 employees across 3 shifts.
Implemented lean manufacturing, Toyota Production System, throughout a $25 million process plant and a $30 million medical device plant.
Transformed the production methodology from a push system to a pull system utilizing cellular manufacturing and implemented Kanban inventory systems with suppliers and customers resulting in:
--Streamlined inventories by 50% and increased inventory turnover by 145%.
--Improved customer delivery performance from 78% to 96% while reducing lead times by 80%.
--Reduced scrap and waste by 26% through a 5-step problem solving process focused on the key variables identified by a Pareto analysis of root causes.
--Accelerated plant responsiveness by reducing complex setups by 74% through value stream mapping.
--Leveraged existing plant floor space and equipment through Lean initiatives allowing a 50% increase in actual sales in addition to reclaiming 26% of floor space for new production cells.
--Cultivated and championed a continuous improvement team environment throughout the entire hourly workforce in 2 separate plants.
--Restructured the performance evaluation system and implemented a gain sharing program to tie performance and rewards to business objectives.


RESUME 2 for OPERATIONS MANAGER

Date

President
Company Name
Company Address
City, State, Zip Code

Dear First Name Last Name:

In response to your posting for an Operations Manager, I am enclosing my resume for your review. Given my proven record of work performance and experience in operations management and lean manufacturing, I would like to be considered for the position.

I pride myself on being a results oriented, hands-on individual with progressive management experience. My management style strongly emphasizes teamwork and the principles of lean manufacturing. An evaluation of my resume will further acquaint you with my background and qualifications for this position.
Your Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of progressive management experience.
Lean manufacturing training and/or certification; a black belt or other significant training in quality; and continuous improvement or kaizen experience are desirable.
Applicant will be a quality fanatic, understand the requirements of ISO certifications, and have excellent communication, computer, and leadership skills.
My Qualifications
BBA degree. Ten plus years of progressive manufacturing management experience and growth.
Lean training through Walt Hancock, John Smith, and other programs. Six-Sigma and other training in ISO and quality. Team building and C.I. training through Susan Heathfield. Kaizen experience through Company Name, Masco, and Toyota.
Demonstrated leadership capability in driving operations excellence and meeting goals and objectives through teamwork, lean manufacturing, and a quality focus. Quantifiable results achieved:

--Reduced scrap and waste by 26%.
--Delivery performance from 78% to 96%.
--Reduced lead times by 80%.
--Reduced complex setups by 74%.

In review of my resume, you will note my growth and experience. What it cannot illustrate, however, is the degree of dedication, resourcefulness, and professionalism that I can offer. A personal conversation will enable us to discuss how I can contribute to the success of your company. My salary requirements for this position are $00,000+. I look forward to pursuing this relationship with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

Candidate’s Name

Enclosure