Chris Miller

Twenty-four years of results-oriented manufacturing operations experience, strong problem-solving skills, coupled with a progressive, participative management style. Achieved tremendous success as Managing director of start-up operation. Financial background with strengths in costing systems, manufacturing protocols, union labour relations and team management concepts.

Part-time work in accounting field to supplement retirement income.

• Lead team to turn loss maker to most profitable operation of European division within 2 years
• Initiated partnerships with customers to reduce receivables from 80 days to 32 days
• Negotiated lease of unused space allowing for additional revenue to invest in manufacturing facility
• Coordinated partnership with customers to develop quality systems
• Successfully implemented major price increases while maintaining customers
• Oversaw implementation of ISO (International Standards Organization) registration and maintenance
• Effectively negotiated labour union contracts with Steelworkers, United Foods and Commercial Workers
• Led the forming of the annual business plan from sales through to the final P & L line, including capital budget items and presentation to Divisional President in the U.S.
• Directed engineers in process and productivity improvement projects
• Manufacturing team leader in pay equity review and implementation for both salaried and hourly employees. As key member of labour negotiations team successfully signed several union contracts without business interruption over a twelve year period
• French bilingual with experience in Quebec and France

Achieved CGA Certification and maintained up until retirement.