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William (Lee) Nixon

Windsor,ON

Summary

Dedicated Plant Operations Manager bringing demonstrated record of success and 30+ years of experience in manufacturing environments. Focused on controlling costs, eliminating overages and enhancing efficiency using hands-on approach. Inspires and influences teams to build cohesion, enhance knowledge and increase productivity, safety and quality.

Work History

Plant Manager

Integrity tool and mold
Oldcastle, ON
2004 - Current
  • Oversaw employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
  • Planned, directed and coordinated operations for production, machinery and processing within company policies and procedures.
  • Eliminated materials waste and unnecessary labor hours to reduce costs.
  • Gave direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
  • Supported departments in successfully utilizing available labor, materials and equipment resources for production.
  • Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.

Machine Operator/leader

Crest Mold
Oldcastle, ON
1990 - 1994
  • Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Read and understood blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.

Machine Group Manager

Reko tool and mold
Oldcastle, ON
1994 - 2004
  • Coached and developed direct reports to lead problem-solving activities.
  • Implemented improved initiatives to optimize safety and quality.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.

Education

Essex District High School
Essex, ON
1990

Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing Principles
  • Team Building and Development
  • Expenditure Approvals
  • Resource Management
  • Time Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Production Problem Resolution
  • Employee Performance Reviews
  • Logistics Management
  • Team Management

Timeline

Plant Manager

Integrity tool and mold
2004 - Current

Machine Operator/leader

Crest Mold
1990 - 1994

Machine Group Manager

Reko tool and mold
1994 - 2004

Essex District High School

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