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Matthew Messerer

Innisfil Ontario,ON

Summary

Results-driven management professional with over 9 years of experience in Manufacturing operations, production management, organizational development and team building. Highly adept in planning, coordinating and executing successful operation strategies. Track record of improving operational stability, efficiency and profitability. Strong collaborator with senior stakeholders and employees alike, effectively prioritizing activities, translating business requirements into solutions and achieving defined objectives. Brings proven leadership abilities combined with strong knowledge of maintenance, repair and supply chain duties. Oversees installations and space planning to foster organized and efficient facility operations. Meticulous professional promotes and enforces workplace safety.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Manager

Albarrie
Barrie, ON
09.2023 - Current
  • Supervise staff members in their daily operations to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
  • Coordinate with engineering, purchasing, accounting, and other departments to ensure that all operational requirements are met.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections of factory equipment to identify potential hazards and risks.
  • Assist in providing accurate cost estimates for annual operations budgets, and upcoming projects.
  • Establish and maintain quality control standards throughout the manufacturing process.
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity while reducing costs.
  • Resolve any issues arising from machine breakdowns or delays in the supply chain promptly.
  • Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, supplies, and finished goods.
  • Create detailed reports on production KPIs.
  • Recruit new employees for the manufacturing team based on job requirements.
  • Analysis of production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

General Manager

Multi Fibres Inc.
Mississauga , ON
05.2014 - 09.2023
  • Implement policies and standard operating procedures and manage quality, customer service, logistics, and company operations with responsibility for profit and loss.
  • Conduct performance reviews providing coaching and feedback to benefit both company and employee.
  • Actively participate in day to day Facility Management
  • Prioritize and perform routine maintenance to keep facility and machinery in excellent shape.
  • Maintain cleanliness and presentation standards to increase appeal of facility.
  • Assess facility operations and employee activities to enforce and adhere to workplace safety regulations via scheduled on-site inspections.
  • Improve morale and management communication by creating employee recognition and reward practices.
  • Recruiting, vetting, selecting, hiring, onboarding, training, promoting, and disciplinary matters including termination of employees for all positions.
  • Inspect production and warehouse areas to identify and correct unsafe or unauthorized practices.
  • Cultivate and strengthen relationships with customers, vendors, transport companies and internal stakeholders.
  • Deliver positive customer experiences by implementing effective quality assurance practices, and effective communication.
  • Develop new products from scratch to meet new and existing customer needs, with customer satisfaction as well as highest efficiency and lowest cost methods in mind.
  • Confer with subordinate managers each day to assess needs and optimize operations.
  • Organize warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
  • Purchase supplies and raw materials for operational needs.
  • Implement cost-effective methods, carriers and routes to optimize shipping and receiving strategies.
  • Drive solutions to predominant operations issues by identifying areas of deficiency and performing root-cause analysis.
  • Plan production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
  • Review key performance indicators daily and make necessary adjustments to increase production.
  • Monitor equipment, review supplies and coordinate manpower to meet expected demand.
  • Assist in IT maintenance and upkeep.
  • Enforce security policies and procedures to protect company assets from theft, loss or damage.
  • Oversee financial management, budget management, accounting and payroll activities.

Chief Operations Officer

Ontario Economic Development Society
Ottawa, ON
09.2012 - 05.2014
  • Hired, trained, evaluated and retained high-performing, effective, and diverse teams embodying organizational culture.
  • Maintained productive relationships and communication channels across the organization.
  • Served as strategic advisor and functional expert on critical strategic and operational matters.
  • Led employees to develop high-performing, diverse teams and deliver on ambitious goals and objectives.
  • Fostered proactive attitude and future-focused thinking among staff in fast-paced environment.
  • Monitored outcome measures, program outcomes, and performance improvement.
  • Oversaw and coordinated the planning and execution of Launch Event as well as other social events.

Education

Concentration - Political Science, History, German

Carleton University
Ottawa, ON

Skills

  • Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office
  • Cross-functional team management
  • Supervision and training
  • Performance improvements
  • Policy/program development
  • Communication skills
  • Vendor relationships
  • Employee scheduling
  • Cost analysis and savings
  • Troubleshooting expertise
  • Project management
  • Customer retention
  • Recruiting and hiring
  • Calm under pressure
  • Team building and motivation
  • Safety protocol
  • Networking abilities
  • Work ethic

References

References Available Upon Request.

Timeline

Manufacturing Manager

Albarrie
09.2023 - Current

General Manager

Multi Fibres Inc.
05.2014 - 09.2023

Chief Operations Officer

Ontario Economic Development Society
09.2012 - 05.2014

Concentration - Political Science, History, German

Carleton University

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