1. DAVID BLEVINS
4809 Autumn Ln., Roanoke, VA 24017 • 540­494­7327(C)• dblevinsdroid@gmail.com
EXPERIENCED FABRICATION, PRODUCTION, & INVENTORY MANAGER
Fabrication Manager​­successful at leading high­volume manufacturing facilities. Expert at introducing
quality control initiatives to streamline systems and processes, reduce costs and produce quality products.
Effective in a variable throughput environment, ensuring work­flow is scalable.
​Core competencies include:
● Safety Conscious Culture
● CNC Machine Operation
● Process Improvement
● Quality Control
● 3G DOT Welding Certified
● Implementation of Quality Measures
● Troubleshooting/Problem­solving
● Employee Relations & Development
● Physical Inventories & Cycle Counting
● Shipping & Receiving
● Interdepartmental Communication
● LEAN Manufacturing/Waste Reduction
● Quality Inspection & Training
● Strong Mechanical Acumen
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PLY GEM WINDOWS, Rocky Mount, VA October 2015 to June 2016
Manufacturing Supervisor
Managed production operations and processes as well as approximately 70 associates including 4 Line
Leaders in the manufacturing of integrated glass units for window assemblies for construction and remodels.
● Strong focus on Safety in an effort to minimize the hazards to associates as well as reduce the number of
OSHA Recordables.
● Achieved 100% transparency of accidents/incidents through 5­Why/Root­Cause Analysis resulting in
Corrective Actions including Operator Alerts, Safety Alerts, and One­Point Lessons.
● Influenced the safety culture at Ply Gem by creating and launching interactive safety discussions.
● Volunteered on Associate Safety Committee and worked closely with the Safety Lead and the
Environmental Safety and Health Manager to resolve/eliminate safety hazards and unsafe working
conditions by creating, implementing, and auditing safety initiatives plant­wide.
● Launched and audited quality initiatives and performed Final Process/Product audits
● Created and administered a daily shift summary Root­Cause Analysis in an effort to reduce machine
downtime, streamline processes, increase associate effectiveness and optimize runtime in order to
successfully achieve and exceed production goals.
● Increased production and efficiency by 10% (from an 85% efficiency rating to 95%) on one line and by
31% (from a 63% efficiency rating to 94%) on the other.
● Resolved maintenance­related machine downtime by the application of 5­Why/Root­Cause Analysis.
● Successful at the interdepartmental communication required to achieve scheduling and production goals.
● Managed associate timecards for payroll .
● Negotiated the hiring of 25 new associates including marketing, recruitment, and interviewing as well as
provided documentation to HR for drug screens and background checks.
● Managed the growth of new hires through incremental training and the fostering of a comfortable work
environment through successful On­boarding and Mentorship programs.
● Performed drug screens and breathalyzers as required following an accident, reasonable suspicion, and
incidents resulting in property damage.
● Familiar and proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) as well as AS400,
Kronos Timecard Management, and Visual Manufacturing ERP/Scheduling Software
YOKOHAMA TIRE COMPANY, Salem, VA November 2013 to August 2015
Production Supervisor

2. Managed up to 10 Union employees in the production of tire tread and sidewall with a constant focus on
safety and quality while consistently attaining/exceeding production goals, minimizing machine downtime,
and maximizing the machines’ production capacity.
● Launched daily safety meetings to foster a safety­oriented culture and ensured all associate concerns
were addressed.
● Achieved 100% transparency of accidents/incidents through 5­Why/Root­Cause Analysis frequently
resulting in Corrective Actions in the form of associate training including Operator Alerts, Safety Alerts,
and One­Point Lessons.
● Increased machine capacity by troubleshooting issues with equipment resulting in decreased downtime
providing opportunities for operator training through One­Point Lessons and Operator alerts.
● Practiced safety measures daily, including Mill Drills and Fire Drills, in order to ensure each associate is
equipped handle potential accidents. This was done through hands­on training with the expectation that
all associates participated.
● Enhanced associate knowledge through training and instilled a quality­conscious work ethic while
consistently meeting and surpassing daily production goals.
● Reduced waste by 9% by using tire tread weight to identify Out­of Spec tire tread and made adjustments
to the encoders and the cooling system on the conveyors allowing a more accurate “window” to make
the necessary adjustments to the run­weight to reduce the amount of underweight/overweight tire tread
● Maintained a rigorous preventative maintenance regimen through TPM to ensure the consistent
operation of each machine at capacity.
● Provided communication of all policy and process updates and secured associate clarification in the
form of signatures following all such communications.
● Completed detailed progress summaries every 2 hours which included recording the production levels,
downtime, and any maintenance required on each machine.
TREAD CORPORATION, Roanoke, VA October 2004 to September 2013
Fabrication Manager
Managed all manufacturing activities, including project deadlines, process improvement, material flow, time
standards, associate efficiency, and LEAN practices for waste reduction.
● Utilized external services in the form of local machine shops to decrease process time by over 20%,
increased availability of components, and reduced manpower thus reducing manufacturing costs in most
cases.
● Created quality processes with inspection checklists which increased overall production 12% by
minimizing the need for rework
● Managed associate timecards for payroll .
● Mentor, motivate, discipline, hire, and terminate a skilled/trade workforce of 60 direct reports.
● Regularly filled in as supervisor in other departments.
● Achieved a perfect 4 years with no lost time accidents through continuous safety awareness campaigns.
● Familiar and proficient in various Manufacturing software programs including Microsoft Office (Word,
Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) as well as Visual Manufacturing ERP/Scheduling Software.
● Worked closely with the Purchasing department by providing a dynamic list of components required for
product completion based on Bills of Material and Raw Material levels.
● Communicated with the Engineering and Sales departments daily in an effort to provide the associates
with clear documentation in the form of blueprints of what is required to complete their work.
● Promoted consistency in the quality and overall appearance of completed components by reducing the
need for hourly associate interpretation of blueprints and Bills of Material. This was done by
communicating with the Sales and Engineering departments in an effort to achieve clear, concise, and
correct Bill of Materials and Engineering Blueprints.
Manufacturing Supervisor
Managed manufacturing and production quality and quotas. Mentored, motivated, scheduled, disciplined,

3. hired, and terminated a staff of 60 skilled trade direct reports.
● Successfully able to meet deadlines with a 30% reduction in labor through cross­training and associate
flexibility.
● Managed associate timecards for payroll.
● Developed team cross­training program resulting in 4% increase in resource efficiency.
● Negotiated the procurement of welding equipment based on business needs and provided Cost Analysis
and ROI information.
● Managed manpower levels and overtime based on scheduling requirements.
● Conducted time studies and communicated findings to Engineering for permanent labor hour changes.
● Created, implemented, and maintained a successful cycle­counting program for Raw Material.
● Regularly filled in as supervisor in other departments.
● Achieved a perfect 4 years with no lost time accidents through continuous safety awareness campaigns.
Inventory Control Supervisor
Facilitated efficient throughput of materials for production. Responsible for all activities in shipping and
receiving, physical inventory management, cycle counting, recycling program and inventory reduction.
● Successfully created a cycle counting program resulting in a 15% increase in inventory accuracy.
● Developed accurate identification and analysis process for slow­moving inventory resulting in the
reduction of $125,000 in obsolete inventory.
● Created new Physical Inventory process, reducing the labor costs incurred by over 50%.
● Successfully managed all aspects of the Finished Goods/Purchased inventory count with a final accuracy
rating of over 99%.
● Mentored, motivate, discipline, hire and terminate a skilled workforce of 10 direct reports.
● Managed associate timecards for payroll.
● Regularly filled in as supervisor in other departments
Master Fabricator
Responsible for meeting production quotas while maintaining quality in products and safety in work areas.
● Expert level of knowledge and skill in all production machinery, including 5000 watt laser, hydraulic
punch press, CNC press brakes, plate rollers and shears.
● Attained 3G weld certification through the Virginia Department of Transportation.
● Regularly filled in for other associates out on PTO.
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE
● Trumpf 5000 watt laser
● Okuma hydraulic punch press
● CNC press brakes, plate rollers and shears
● Rubber Tread Extruder
● AS400 Software
● Hydraulic Rubber Mills
● Microsoft Office
● Visual Manufacturing ERP Software
● Project scheduling software
● Strong Mechanical Acumen