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Jerry Martin

Riverside

Summary

Accomplished Plant Manager with a proven track record at Miles Chemical Company Inc., enhancing workflow and fostering interdepartmental cooperation. Expert in Chemical Manufacturing and adept in Individual Development and Training, I significantly improved operational efficiency and safety compliance. My leadership has consistently driven team performance and project success, showcasing exceptional communication and organizational skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Plant Manager

Miles Chemical Company Inc.
06.2023 - Current

Coordinates and monitors the work of various departments including warehousing, production, laboratory, and shipping and receiving.

Enhances workflow by monitoring and establishing new processes, maintaining control points, implementing cost reductions, and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.

Oversees and reports metrics; identifying trends and areas for improvement.

Accomplishes staff results` by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching and counseling employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.

Oversees and assists production manager and distribution to ensure all scheduled production is completed and transported daily.

Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by enforcing safety and health policies and procedures.

Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by education and enforcing compliance.

Works with internal and external auditors as needed.

Developed and maintains a training program and facilitates the training of all new employees; conducts annual reviews.

Maintains a neat and organized production floor ensuring all inventory (raw material, work in process, and finished goods) and production supplies are stored in proper places.

Provides compliance to ISO quality systems and Hazmat regulations.

Production Manager

Sun Chemical, Mfg.
01.2016 - 06.2023

Oversaw daily manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, resource allocation, and performance tracking.
Developed and implements production plans and strategies to meet organizational goals and objectives.
Ensured adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards and regulations.
Drove continuous improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize production downtime.
Implemented and enforces SOPs, best practices, and policies to maintain consistent product quality and safety.
Monitored and manages budgets, operating costs, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure cost-effective operations.
Provided leadership, guidance, and direction to manufacturing personnel, fostering a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, growth, and innovation.
Identified, analyzed, and addressed production bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and other issues that may impact product quality, safety, or delivery.
Ensured proper inventory management, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, to maintain optimum stock levels and minimize carrying costs.

Production Manager

Camco Machine, Inc.
05.2012 - 01.2016

Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates and inventory levels to determine product availability.

Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
Completed key projects on time, on budget and with a high level of accuracy.
Coordinated preventative maintenance on existing and new production equipment, including routine calibration.
Led team meetings to discuss product value and vision while allowing team members to give ideas and suggestions to improve projects.
Assessed, coached, and trained personnel for individual achievement in performance goals and promotion to cross- functional operations.
Organized, prioritized and managed plant maintenance projects to keep facility safe, efficient and clean.

Account Executive

Icon Marketing Group, Inc.
07.2007 - 07.2012

Cultivated and developed customer relationships to enable sustained revenue growth.
Reached out to customers to assess satisfaction, discuss concerns and highlight additional offerings.
Planned and executed national sales department improvements, updating the company's approach to marketing, cost analysis, presentations and territory establishment.
Consistently met and exceeded department expectations for productivity and accuracy levels.
Maintained a strong understanding of competitors, their offerings and their presence in assigned territory.
Lead, directed, and motivated sales team to achieve overall corporate sales objectives and provided onsite training and evaluations.

Security Officer

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa
09.2006 - 05.2009

Patrolled the facility and served as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and rule infractions. Continuously monitored security cameras and fire, building and alarm systems.

Detained individuals when necessary to prevent security breaches.
Coordinated with onsite managers and other outside agencies regarding safety and preventive maintenance. Developed and implemented training procedures for all newly hired personnel.
Communicated and enforced compliance with state and local laws while emphasizing company standards of professionalism and safety.

Account Executive

Fastenal
07.2004 - 07.2006

Upheld compliance, quality and service standards.
Capitalized on upsell opportunities by offering additional product and service options to customers. Prepared and sold broad range of customized merchandise to individuals and commercial accounts. Kept current on market and product trends to effectively answer customer questions.
Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory.
Resolved problems by performing both routine and complex account updates.

Education

Bachelor's - Criminal Justice

Lindenwood University
St. Charles, MO
06-2010

Skills

  • Team building and development
  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • Operational auditing
  • Environmental compliance
  • Production and processing management
  • Cost control improvements

Timeline

Plant Manager

Miles Chemical Company Inc.
06.2023 - Current

Production Manager

Sun Chemical, Mfg.
01.2016 - 06.2023

Production Manager

Camco Machine, Inc.
05.2012 - 01.2016

Account Executive

Icon Marketing Group, Inc.
07.2007 - 07.2012

Security Officer

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa
09.2006 - 05.2009

Account Executive

Fastenal
07.2004 - 07.2006

Bachelor's - Criminal Justice

Lindenwood University
Jerry Martin