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Operations Manager with more than 20 years of management experience in the apparel manufacturing and distribution industry. Proven expertise in all phases of manufacturing operations including P&L, distribution, production planning and product development. Highly successful track record in both big and small companies with emphasis on on-time delivery and quality control. Known for hands-on management style and ability to build and lead high performing teams to achieve production and quality goals. A strong belief in production planning as the tool that drives success towards the goals and objectives of the organization. Bachelor of Science in Accounting, University of North Alabama.  Currently located in San Diego, CA.

Responsible for the enrollment and retention of students in Ashford University’s online Bachelor of Arts programs. Identify and qualify prospective students. Maximize opportunities with potential students with regard to outbound telephone calls with the intent to qualify prospective students regarding the admissions process and program offerings consistent with the University’s academic catalogs. Developed and adhere to an effective contact strategy that includes communicating effective messages to potential students either through oral or written communications. Identify and address concerns of prospective students. Follow up with current students through the completion of their first course to ensure student support and success. Implemented a strategy for successful student progression. Participated and successfully completed all required company and University training. Serving as a role model/team leader for a team of 15 ESA's.

Responsible for all aspects of manufacturing and distribution operations. Excelled in product development from inception of style to final fit approvals. Managed production planning for subcontractor, cutting and sewing and quality control, inspection and finishing of dyed jeans. Oversaw processing and distribution of all customer orders and yearly shipments of 30,000 pair.

Simplified manufacturing process, analyzed all raw materials costing, and identified other cost saving within the organization. Results: Saved $55,000 for the year 2012 and $32,000 for 2013.

Manufacturing/Distribution Manager

Responsible for all areas relating to production from production planning, cutting and sewing, laundry, finishing and exporting for 4 factories, with 37 sewing lines and 5,000 employees.

Developed WIP controls with the implementation of cut/bundle checklist for movement of WIP thru the various stages of manufacturing. Results: In 3 months improved on time shipments from 42% to 98%.

Implemented 2.5 AQL systems to factory. Retrained entire audit staff to this system. Result: Reduced the audit reject rate from 18.6& to 3.1% in 3 months.

General Manager

Responsible for all areas of a manufacturing facility including Accounting, IT, Import/Export, HR, Merchandizing, Inventory Control, Factory Maintenance and Production. 

Developed new budgets, initiated strict trim usage programs and negotiated new lease agreements, and reduced employee headcount. Results: $2.6 million in profits over an 18 month period.

Reorganized all areas within the factory to the optimal staff level. Results: Reduced factory employee count by 750 employees, resulting in a monthly payroll saving of $75,000. 

Launched a 100% club weekly in which donated items were given to 20 random employees who had performed at 100% or better the previous week. Results: In 3 months we had better morale, increased productivity by 5000 units per week and reduced headcount of employees by 210 for payroll saving of $21,000 per month.

Responsible for management of complete manufacturing facility including Accounting, IT, Import/Export, HR, Merchandizing, Inventory Control,  and Production. Managed 2,500 employees in 2 factories.

Created a self-employee funded benefits program for employees. Results: With the funds we held children’s day, mother’s day, and father’s day celebrations and an annual soccer tournament for all employees.

Developed JIT programs with raw material vendors, reduced factory WIP, and strengthened departmental reporting. Results: Reduced factory turn time by 4 weeks and increased cash flow turn by 4 weeks.

General Manager/Product Development/Production Planning

Responsible for weekly productivity of 3 subcontractors.

Contract Manager

Implemented new spreading & cutting procedures along with small roll cuts. Reduced fabric loss from 7.15% to 2.85%. Results: Saved the company $332,160 on an annual basis.

Launched Central Safety Health Committer Program including implementing daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on all areas to be audited. Results: 3 years in a row, the factory was awarded the “President’s Award” for scoring the highest score for entire corporation.

Cutting Manager and Distribution Center Manager

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Charles Burks: Lead Enrollment Services Advisor in San Diego, CA

Charles Burks

Greater San Diego Area

M2F Brand Denim

Ashton Apparel

Kenya Trading EPZ, Division of Jordache

JRA Yucatan, Division of Jordache

Ditto Apparel of California, Division of Jordache

VF Jeanswear

Hatton High School

University of North Alabama