Bill Baum
Coldwater
Summary
Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 20 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Manager
Albarrie Environment Services
07.2023 - Current
- Managed staff of 40 people, including production and office personnel.
- Improved production efficiency across all departments by implementing KPI tracking, performance management, and lean manufacturing principles. (18% overall improvement)
- Implemented preventive maintenance plan to reduce machine downtime and improve throughput.
- Reduced lead times by cross training and managing plant constraints.
- Developed long-term strategies for manufacturing operations, aligning with company goal of continuing to grow the business.
- Managed budget planning and forecasting activities for the AES division, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals.
- Responsible for managing all aspects of plant P&L.
Operations Manager
Valmont West Coast Engineering
09.2019 - 07.2023
- Managed all operational aspects of P&L
- Generated 450K of cost savings in 2022 through process improvement and strategic material sourcing
- Maintained ontime delivery at 99.5% through 2022
- Enhanced plant safety program resulting in zero lost time accidents in the last 3 years
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Worked closely with Engineering, Quality, and Sales to manage large projects during manufacturing
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
Production Manager
Moore Packaging
08.2015 - 09.2019
- Managed staff of 8 departmental supervisors and 140 hourly employees
- Responsible for sourcing and installation of new equipment
- Worked with design team to maximize design efficiency for production
- Analysis of machine capability and job routing to maximize throughput.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Built effective relationships with union executive and stewards, intervening with union issues and negotiations when necessary.
Plant Manager
Vitalaire
06.2012 - 07.2015
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Establishing goals and tracking results for safety, productivity, and GMP compliance
- Ensuring compliance under Health Canada guidelines for the fabrication and distribution of medical gases
- Process validation (IQ, OQ, PV)
- Managed and tracked assets both in the plant and in the field
Education
Diploma - Electrical Engineering Technologist
George Brown College
Toronto, ON05.1995
Skills
- Continuous improvement
- P&L management
- Lean manufacturing
- Labour relations
- Safety management
- Quality control
- Project management
Certification
Certified Worker for JHSC
Six Sigma Training
Timeline
Manufacturing Manager
Albarrie Environment Services
07.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Valmont West Coast Engineering
09.2019 - 07.2023
Production Manager
Moore Packaging
08.2015 - 09.2019
Plant Manager
Vitalaire
06.2012 - 07.2015
Diploma - Electrical Engineering Technologist
George Brown College
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