
wynne clance
plant manager
About
Accomplished Quality Control Manager with 30+ years experience within various manufacturing industries, such as textiles, steel & automotive. Improved processes and procedures to help three companies achieve ISO 9001-2015 certification with zero majors, minors or recommendations for improvement. Skilled in analysis, process improvement & development, project management, ISO 9001 standards & internal auditing (certified) and Statistical Quality Control (SQC) implementation.
united states
adairsville
industrial automation
project planning, customer service, microsoft office, strategic planning, project management, management, iso 9001, business process improvement, 5s, 8d problem solving, interpersonal communication
Experience

quality assurance manager
advance steel technology
* Established procedures and quality standards. * Fielded customer complaints and rectified service issues. * Kept records of quality reports and statistical reviews. * Spearheaded the organizations ISO 9001-2015 certification. * Supervised and guided inspectors, technicians and other staff. * Calibrated or adjusted equipment to ensure quality production using tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, protractors and ring gauges. * Actively suggested operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times and reduce costs. * Trained and developed employees to contribute to overall professional growth. * Oversaw 12 team members responsible for inspecting all completed finished products. * Reviewed specifications for products,

division manager
burlington industries
* Leveraged effective leadership skills to effectively identify deficiencies and opportunities to improve policies, procedures and controls. * Designed and managed project development schedules meeting established goals. * Evaluated plans architectural plans and consulted with clients to gain a deep understanding of project plan and objectives. * Worked overtime, including evenings and weekends, to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions. * Maintained record accuracy by using work order reporting system. * Qualified competitive subcontractor bids to determine capability and resources to perform the work.

department manager
burlington industries
* Cultivated a talented team of departmental employees through outstanding mentoring, coaching and teaching skills. * Determined performance goals for departmental employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones. * Reduced process gaps, effectively managing and training 8 supervisors on best practices to ensure optimal productivity. * Followed all safety protocols and company processes and procedures. * Attended 4 team meetings each month to voice concerns and offer constructive feedback to others. * Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions and building rapport. * Oversaw all daily operations of a 200,000 square foot yarn manufacturing operation.

quality manager
dixie yarns rex division
* Devised Dixie’s quality control processes. * Spearheaded the creation and implementation of work instructions and procedures. * Spearheaded studies on gauge repeatability and reproducibility for all major devices. * Strictly followed all health, safety, and company standards. * Managed a team of eight technicians and inspectors and ensured they were following product requirements. * Presented quarterly quality data to top management of our automotive customers. * Reviewed specifications for products. * Developed in-process data collection using Uster statistical software. * Decided which products were defective and which ones were right.

assistant plant manager
dixie yarns tarboro plant
* Trained 4 supervisors on day to day operations of a fast-paced cotton spinning operation. * Planned and executed the installation of fifteen open-end spinning frames. * Prepared monthly cost reports for top management review. * Responsible for planning the production of a 450,000 lb. per week spinning operation * Controlled the ordering of cotton raw materials for a 450,000 lb. per week spinning operation. * Responsible for directing daily activities of 4 department managers and 8 supervisors. * Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory. * Inspected fire and security alarm systems for both commercial and residential customers. * Successfully led key projects which resulted in a 50% increase in productivity. * Increased on time deliveries from 90% to 98% using time study tools to streamline the packing and shipping department.

division manager
royalty carpet mills, inc.
* Set and monitored division-wide policies, procedures and cultural standards. * Implemented an effective preventative maintenance program to reduce costly downtime by 30%. * Successfully managed and facilitated a 44,000 square foot building addition and installation of production equipment that increased productivity by 33%. * Established and managed yearly supply and repair budgets of up to $800,000 with monthly reviews for our senior management. * Promoted improvements to cost-controls, quality assurance and waste reduction. * Implemented a safety program that effectively reduced workman’s compensation claims from $200,000 in 1987 to less than 15,000 in 1992. * Planned production for a 325,000 lb. spinning operation based on customer forecast. * Ordered raw materials for the operation based on customers product mix. * Implemented process improvements based on identification of productivity or quality issues.

quality manager
fab-tec
* Spearheaded the creation and implementation of work instructions and procedures. * Strictly followed all health, safety, and legal standards. * Devised Fab-Tec’s quality control processes. * Drafted and developed rework procedures to optimize processes and workflow. * Reviewed specifications for products, * Decided which products were defective and which ones were right.

plant manager
gustav wolf usa

owner
alpha construction
* Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by resolving issues efficiently. * Reduced process lags by hiring and managing 12 employees to ensure optimal productivity. * Automated office operations to manage payroll, A/P, A/R, legal, customer correspondence, record tracking and data communications. * Oversaw day-to-day operations with effective standard procedures. * Saved costs, negotiated with vendors and managed purchasing processes. * Grew business annual sales from $50,000 to over $3,000,000 from 1999 to 2012. * Started business on a strong foundation by creating and implementing a detailed business plan. * Founded and successfully operated a construction business. * Educated clients on strategies for minimizing budget overages. * Mitigated excessive spending by effectively negotiating vendor product contracts to optimize cost savings.
Education
dalton state college
business administration
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