MARK R.

STEVENS
3263 Fox Hill Drive. * Clearwater, Florida 33761
727-386-4249 * ms1013bec@westpost.net
PRODUCTION MANAGER * PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Highly skilled, process-driven Production and Plant Management professional with
over 20 years hands-on experience leading large, diverse teams to consistently
achieve corporate objectives. Possesses comprehensive understanding of all phase
s of the production function with a focus on effectively optimizing automated pr
ocesses. Adept at developing effective workflow planning and scheduling to maxim
ize benchmark goals. A seasoned production trouble-shooter able to leverage a we
alth of industry know-how to resolve on the job issues.
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Plant Operations * Process Improvements * Workflow Planning * Purchasing
New Product Production * Safety Procedures * Corrective & Preventative Initiativ
es
SOP's & cGMP's * FDA & DEA Regulations * AS400, MRP/ERP, & KRONOS
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TRANSITIONS OPTICAL, Pinellas Park, Florida - September 2010 / December 2010
A leading manufacturer of photochromic prescription lenses.
Production Supervisor
1st shift supervisor responsible for overall production, quality standards, safe
ty and on time shipment. Held accountable for key benchmark directives for qual
ity, efficiency, ship on time, employee engagement and safety.
* Achieved daily ship on time objectives and oversaw 0 defective product returns
in area of responsibility.
PRESTIGE SPACOVERS, Clearwater, Florida - July 2010 / September 2010
A leading manufacture of custom spa covers.
Production Supervisor
1st shift supervisor responsible for overall production, quality standards, safe
ty, and on time shipment. Anticipated staffing requirements, recruited staff, re
viewed performance, and oversaw disciplinary actions.
* Achieved daily ship on time objectives, oversaw quality improvements and was a
member of the process efficiency improvement team.
HUNTERDOUGLAS, Southeast, Pinellas Park, Florida * 2005-2009
A leading global window fashion company.
Production Manager
Oversee all facets of daily operations for Shutter Department including supervis
ion of production and customer service staff. Responsible for hiring, performanc
e reviews, and disciplinary procedures. Organize daily workflow with a focus on
maximizing key daily benchmark objectives. Perform ongoing process evaluations a
nd improvements. Troubleshoot diverse issues and provide timely production suppo
rt through in-depth knowledge of operational equipment. Ensure adherence to prod
uction efficiency standards, quality standards, on-time shipping, and safety mat
erial savings.
* Spearheaded successful pursuit of continuous production improvements to meet m
ajor benchmark goals.
* Steered division to achieve highest quality of all the national shutter divisi
ons three years in a row.
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* Pioneered and oversaw the Shutter Department's corrective and preventative ini
tiative.
* Consistently exceeded ship on time expectations for every trimester.
BIC GRAPHIC, USA, St. Petersburg, Florida * 1999-2005
A major international manufacturer of pens, razors and other products, with St.
Petersburg as the Graphics division for promotional sales.
Manufacturing Specialist (Production Supervisor)
Assumed 1st Specialist responsibility for the performance of three production sh
ifts encompassing molding, assembly, and engraving and printing on products. Ove
rsaw production of new products from equipment usage to devising effective proce
sses. Ensured optimum performance against measurable parameters including safety
, efficiency, quality, and on time shipping. Recruited staff, conducted performa
nce and salary reviews, and oversaw disciplinary procedures. Increased overall e
fficiency through insightful daily work flow scheduling. Devised and implemented
existing product process improvements.
* Recognized and consistently rewarded for meeting and exceeding performance exp
ectations.
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MAXXIM MEDICAL, St. Petersburg, Florida * 1998-1999
Large national company that processes and sterilizes surgical trays.
Production Supervisor
Supervised 3 daily shifts in role of 1st shift supervisor responsible for overal
l production, quality standards, safety, and on time shipment. Anticipated staff
ing requirements, recruited staff, reviewed performance, and oversaw disciplinar
y actions.
* Achieved daily ship on time objectives and eliminated lost time incidents.
DANIELS PHARMACEUTICALS/JONES MEDICAL INDUSTRIES (currently King Pharmaceuticals
), St. Petersburg, Florida * 1983-1998
Manufacturer of pharmaceutical products with a staff of over 60.
Plant Manager / Senior Director of Operations
Managed plant operations and maintenance and developed all production scheduling
and planning. Developed, introduced, and maintained Standard Operating Procedur
es (SOP's) and nurtured current Good Manufacturing Processes (cGMP's). Responsib
le for all purchasing related to the manufacturing process. Attained comprehensi
ve working knowledge of FDA standards applying to blending, tabletting, and pack
aging. Hired all operations staff and provided performance evaluations. Represen
ted the production function in all FDA and DEA regulatory affairs. Set up qualit
y, safety and on time parameters and conducted reviews focused on generating imp
rovements.
* Oversaw all facets of the production process directing a staff of over 60 resp
onsible for purchasing, manufacturing, and shipping/receiving.
* Achieved zero recall on all manufactured drugs including a perfect record with
the US's 35th most dispensed drug.
* Responsible for appraisals and expenditures on major equipment including two f
ully automated packaging lines, high speed tablet presses, and blister-packaging
equipment.
EDUCATION
B.A. Psychology
State University of New York, Oswego, New York
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Forklift operator, ISO9001 internal auditor, Certified CPR & First Aid