Michael Alvarado
Shorewood,IL
Summary
Organized, motivated and dependable management leader successful at managing multiple priorities with a hands-on management style and positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Waste Management Recycle America
10.2010 - Current
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours. By running skeleton crews on weekends
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all employees and other managers in the area.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Created plant policies and procedures (SOP's) for safe and productive operations.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding inventory management.
- Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
- Maintained quality of product to the mills with robust inspections.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance by establishing a proactive preventive maintenance program.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends in workplace injuries or near-misses; implemented corrective actions accordingly.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and improve communication across departments.
- Enhanced safety standards with implementation of comprehensive safety training initiatives for all employees.
- Championed sustainable practices throughout the facility, implementing waste reduction strategies and energy-efficient technologies.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
Production Supervisor
Copley News Company
05.2002 - 09.2010
- Understand OSHA safety regulations and be able to identify and resolve unsafe conditions.
- Preventative Maintenance weekly/monthly tracking as needed on machinery & parts.
- Union environment setting worked with onsite Union reps
- As a team leader created a great work atmosphere for employees
- Manufacturing / Packaging / Maintenance experience in 24/7 environment
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Oversaw filling temporary services, temp to hire, and full-time positions w/reviews within the company.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH05.2028
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL05.1997
Skills
- Plant operations
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Production Planning
- Safety Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Production Scheduling
- Facility Management
- Training programs
- Team building and development
- Cost Control
- Facilities Maintenance
- Decision-Making
- Safety assessment
- Troubleshooting skills
- Staff Training
- Operational Efficiency
- Safety Protocols
- Operating Budgets
- Employee Hiring
- Strategic thinker
- OSHA Regulations
- Maintenance Planning
- KPI Tracking
Accomplishments
- Go Home Safety 2023 West Tier site winner.
- 2023 Circle of Excellence award winner
- 100 Days of Summer safety 2022 West Tier Most improved site winner
- 7 years in a row with Zero or 1 OHSA recordable at site.
- Building Business Acumen Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Plant Manager
Waste Management Recycle America
10.2010 - Current
Production Supervisor
Copley News Company
05.2002 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Joliet Junior College
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