My objective is to obtain a Project Management position with a dynamic corporation where I can use my energy, skills and experience to develop, motivate, lead and encourage employee productivity and where I can improve operations, increase profitability, and enhance growth.
I feel that my skills and experience, which you will find highlighted in my attached resume, make me an outstanding candidate for this position. I have 15+ years experience providing top-notch Project Management and or Project Coordination to Industrial and Government projects. I have enjoyed my experience working on very different projects and the different challenges they create. This experience has given me the ability to be able to think outside the box to overcome many obstacles. I utilize good communication skills, problem solving skills, and have strong leadership skills. I’m a team player and enjoy challenges. I believe in being proactive to identify and prevent problems to improve efficiency.
With 6+ years managing Automated Tooling System builds for international customers 8+ years of experience managing international accounts and multinational teams to exceed revenue and profit goals. 3 years of field work with the Forest Service providing research and coordinating field projects from wildlife, recreation to forest stand harvests.
Thank you for the opportunity to apply for this position. I believe I will be a valuable asset to your team. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future to further discuss my qualifications and eligibility.
Sincerely,
Gary Merrill
541-926-7891
541-223-3005
Gary A. Merrill
1490 NW Skyline Dr., Albany, OR 97321 ● 541-223-3005 ● merrillclan[at]msn.com ● http://www.linkedin.com/in/gamerrill
Project Management
• Managed large/small projects for ATS, HP, Avery, US Forest Service and the BLM
• 6+ years managing automated tooling system builds for international customers. 8+ years managing international account and multinational teams to exceed revenue and profit goals. 3 years working and managing field projects for the BLM and Forest Service
• Proven track record of driving multimillion-dollar growth and global expansion. Specialized skills in B2B technology sales to diverse-industry clients worldwide.
• Strong command of international business protocols and experience conducting business with logistics and executives across the globe. Expert relationship builder, channel developer, negotiator and sales/business development strategist.
• Project Management Cohort Certificate. BS, Resources Recreation, Marketing, Tourism
KEY SKILLS
• Extensive Project Management Skills
• Negotiations
• Lean Manufacturing Process
• Excellent Creative Problem Solving Skills
• Strategic Partnership Building
• Team Building & Management • MS Office, Excel, Word, MS Project
• Adobe, Auto Cad
• Proficient in reading Aerial Photos
• Excellent Creative Problem Solving Skills
• Lead by Example
• Proficient using topographical Maps
ACHIEVMENT HIGHTLIGHTS
• Successful launched of a multi-million dollar consumer program in 2006.
• Developed a system for Yew Wood survey, harvest, and inspection for the Sweet Home Ranger District. Trained other ranger districts on this system and sent a training packet to another district and to the supervisor’s office. Inspected harvest for compliance.
• Successfully managed the Sharps Creek Campground improvement project within budget and on time.
• Earned repeated commendations for sales leadership and top sales 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 with Avery Dennison for 1 million dollars + over yearly plan.
• Certificate of Achievement from Avery Dennison for meeting Outstanding challenges.
EXPERIENCE
Project Management: Managed automated tooling system projects for ATS and Supply Chain at HP. Planned and implemented production, testing and installation. Submitted on-going status reports, and organized teams based on technological needs. Facilitated team meetings to update and verify check points and mile stones.
• Managed the production floor layout project for manufacturing automated multi-system lines. This project streamlined and reduced ATS cost of production.
• Successfully managed a new label material project to reduce cost, scrap and improve production time. $1M savings from material change and reduced production time.
• Successfully managed Sharps Creek Campground improvement project for the BLM within budget and on time.
• Development of the Region 6 survey, harvest, inspection process and implementation for the yew wood program.
Management: Managed large-scale high-tech projects. Supervised and assigned daily activities of 30 + Technicians. Established and maintained production schedule. Supervised and trained Sales Associate. Personnel administration includes hiring, firing, discipline and performance evaluations. Researched and ordered parts, and worked with other PMs and Engineers in project planning and quoting.
• Developed production floor layout for manufacturing automated multi-system lines. This project streamlined and reduced cost of production.
• Set up a Kon-bon high-volume assembly and cost reduction process to manufacture automated systems.
• Developed and identified labor standards for individual projects globally.
• Masterminded strategies to improve production yields. Key contributor and partner for ISO Certification
• Compiled Bills of Material (BOMs) based on prints and hardware needs.
Account Management and Sales: Consulted with Engineers, Production and Marketing to develop the best end-use functional product options for customized programs. Responsible for quoting, negotiating price and delivery. Effectively managed both internal and external relationships with cross-functional groups and suppliers. Forecasted annual sales. Frequently traveled domestic and internationally to customer and contract manufacturers’ sites to work on production issues and for public relations. Managed relationship with the DHL Singapore Warehouse. Set up and facilitated meetings and teleconferences. Reviewed and edited customer’s drawings. Consulted with Engineers, Production and Marketing to develop the best Pressure sensitive functional film components for Ink Jet management in print cartridges.
• Yearly increased sales by 20% or more. Managed domestic and international accounts.
• Forecasted annual sales based on past sales and customers’ input, and developed a forecasting tool which increased accuracy and budgeting.
• Provided leadership for keeping projects within budget. Coordinated efforts to assure that product met global environmental regulations.
Material Engineer and Technical: Selected suppliers, then developed and managed relationship. Performed quality audits to determine QSA, ISO and SER (Supplier Environmental Responsibility) levels and compliance. Responsible for negotiated materials pricing with suppliers. Worked through quality issues and determined the best paths of resolution. Trouble-shot automated system mechanical and electrical issues. Inspected parts and quality, wrote work orders, purchased tools and supplies for manufacturing and clean rooms. Contacted customers about design and print discrepancies. Member of Material Review Board (MRB). Instrumental in decision making process of discrepant parts.
• Developed quality processes, (Change Control, ECR/ECO, NCR process, etc.) for ISO certification. Maintained equipment and tooling certifications. Received certification on first round inspection.
• Designed and implemented Stock Room and Kitting process to trace materials and production.
• Managed customer-site systems installations. Installed, debugged and qualified systems. Projects were on time and on budget.
• Monitored and interpreted existing and new environmental compliance. Compliant with EAU (SER) certifications. Performed quality audits at supplier sites
Biological Technician; Duties included Level II Stream Survey, Level III Stream Survey, Monitor Steam Enhancement Projects, and performed Water Shed Analysis. Used aerial photos, topographical, maps and compass to locate all designated survey areas in the forest. I developed a system for Yew Wood survey, harvest, and inspection for the Sweet Home Ranger District. Trained two other local ranger districts on my new system, sent training packets to several another ranger districts in the region and to the supervisors’ office. Developed overlays for the GIS mapping system to show prim yew wood locations for harvest bids. Inspected Yew Wood harvest for harvest compliance.
• Awarded a Certificate of Merit for my contributions to implementation of the district yew program
• Awarded a Certificate of Merit tor outstanding performance on the Regional Yew wood Survey
• Developed a system for Yew Wood survey, harvest, and inspection for the Sweet Home Ranger District.
• Trained other ranger districts on this system, sent training packets to another district and the region supervisor’s office.
CAREER PROGRESSION
• Global Account Manager, AVERY DENNISON IAPD, 2005-2009
• Materials Quality Engineer/Account Manager, HEWLETT PACKARD and PRECISION PACKAGING PRODUCTS, 2002-2004
• Manufacturing Manager / Supervisor, AUTOMATED TOOLING SYSTEM, 1995-2001
• Licensed Realtor, CENTURY 21; 1993-1997
• Biological Technician, US FOREST SERVICE 1991 to 1993
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPEMENT
Project Management Courses
Imports and Custom Compliance Course
Courses in Values and Ethics for International Business Conduct; Courses in Conflict of Interest and Legal Ethical Conduct
Courses in Spin Selling. Selling to the Executive Class, Real Estate Sales, Real Estate Appraisal
Family and Community Leadership Trainer and Advanced Facilitator Training
Region 6 Hankin and Reeves Level I & II Stream Survey Training
Pacific Northwest Regional Yew Wood program
Machine Shop Theory; Computer Programming for Bridgeport Milling Machines; Parker & Hannifin Fluid Power I & II
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