BERRY KENTNER
Pontotoc
Summary
Dynamic Plant Manager with a proven track record at TRU CUT FRAMES, excelling in operations management and production planning. Achieved significant cost savings through strategic vendor negotiations and improved team productivity. Skilled in Microsoft Office and project management, fostering a collaborative environment to drive efficiency and enhance performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
TRU CUT FRAMES
10.2020 - 08.2025
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials, waste, and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees in order to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Responsible for over 4 million in company sales.
- Achieved significant cost savings by negotiating better rates with suppliers.
- Negotiated with vendors for timely delivery of raw materials, preventing production delays.
Router Operator
Ashley Furniture Inc
09.2017 - 10.2020
- Maximized material utilization with precise programming and cutting techniques.
- Maintained a clean work environment, optimizing workspace organization and reducing clutter.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating routers, minimizing workplace accidents.
- Achieved faster turnaround times by streamlining set-up processes for all routing projects.
- Ensured timely completion of tasks by prioritizing jobs according to urgency and importance.
Education
No Degree - SPORTS COMMUNICATION
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MSSkills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Project management
- Operations management
- Production planning
- Multi-line phone system
- Microsoft Office
- Paychex
- Quickbooks
Timeline
Plant Manager
TRU CUT FRAMES
10.2020 - 08.2025
Router Operator
Ashley Furniture Inc
09.2017 - 10.2020
No Degree - SPORTS COMMUNICATION
Mississippi State University
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