RONALD G. BUSCH 7177 Hollywood Drive (H) 513.779.7060 (C) 513.307.3317 West Chester, OH 45069 rb15e8a9a@westpost.

net PRODUCTION MANAGER ~ Certified Six Sigma Black Belt ~ Enhancing productivity and profitability, driving continuous improvement, and de livering results. Solutions-focused and diversified manufacturing professional with eight years of progressive experience managing production operations, quality control, and con tinuous improvement initiatives. Decisive leader with demonstrated talent to dri ve Lean Six Sigma efforts to improve productivity, reduce cost, and lead teams t o achieve high standards of performance, quality, and safety. Strong business ac umen and knowledge of employee relations and manufacturing processes, systems, a nd policies. Astute communicator with innovative problem-solving skills and the innate ability to develop effective relationships with staff and management acro ss all organizational levels. Core knowledge and skill areas include: * Production Operations Management * Production Planning Strategy * Manufacturing Processes * Raw Materials Purchasing * Employee & Union Relations * Production & Quality Control * Critical Issue Resolution * Departmental Budgeting * Continuous Improvement * Team Leadership & Development PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CINCINNATI, INC., HARRISON, OH 2006-Present Evening Production Manager Oversee all aspects of evening operations management including fabrication, mach ining, assembly, painting, and maintenance. Execute Lean Six Sigma projects and initiatives and monitor overall production process to promote efficiency, produc tivity, and safety. Procure entire paint-related materials and develop productio n strategies that generate desired products within a designated time frame. Eval uate workforce needs during expansion and retrenchment periods, monitor and moti vate staff performance, and select and hire personnel. * Developed and implemented innovative strategies that improved product quality and production. THE DUPPS COMPANY, GERMANTOWN, OH 2003-2005 Supervisor Managed project teams and employees, scheduled jobs and delegated tasks, and coo rdinated workflow for the machine shop and fabrication departments to ensure par ts were completed on time and within specifications. Guided senior management on project costs and feasibility. * Increased productivity 10% by streamlining processes and procedures; reduced e mployee rotation by aligning parts prior to the welding process and enhanced emp loyee performance by implementing training and workflow systems such as the 5 S' s; Sort, Straighten, Shine, Systemize, and Sustain. TSS TECHNOLOGIES, CINCINNATI, OH 2001-2003 Lead Welder Performed welding of machine parts, inventory control and management, and purcha sed all welding supplies and gases. Ensured welding jobs and projects met ISO st andards and included the proper documentation. * Reduced welding gas cost by utilizing inexpensive and comparable product of eq ual antioxidant properties.

ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT - Cincinnati, Inc. * Welder & Fabricator (1995-2001) EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Bachelor of Liberal Arts/Minor: Business and Communication * Xavier University Cincinnati, OH Certifications Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, MIG Welding, TIG Welding, Arc Welding, Submerged Arc Welding Specialized Training Solid Edge, Edge Cam, AS400, Non-destructive Inspection (magna flux, dye penetra te, and ultrasound) multi-axis machining centers