1. BARBARA CHEATHAM
10411 Eiche Circle 210-683-4828
New Braunfels TX 78132 cheatham.barbara@gmail.com
Production Manager / Manufacturing / Material H andling Expert
An exceptionally skilled and capable production manager with proven experience in manufacturing
operations. Proficient in Lean, ERP, and ISO Quality Assurance, and adept at the latest techniques in
running an efficient and cost-effective factory. Trained in Human Resources and personnel manage-
ment. Proven capability in negotiating contracts, managing vendors, and running a tight supply chain.
A natural leader with excellent speaking and writing skills. A versatile and loyal team player who works
well independently or with others, contributing in-depth knowledge without the need for supervision.
Skills and Expertise
 Materials Handling  Organization  Purchasing
 Assembly Line Production  Interpersonal Relations  Negotiating
 ISO Certification  Fast Learner  Time Management
 Production Procedures  Supply Chain Management  Meeting Deadlines
Professional Experience
IMPACT RECOVERY SYSTEMS, San Antonio TX JANUARY 2005 – PRESENT
PRODUCTION MANAGER
 Directing the Lean Management of an assembly operation employing 20 technicians.
 Responsible for Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost, and Delivery of products.
 Selecting and managing vendors and negotiating prices of raw materials.
 Controlling inventory levels to minimize carrying costs of materials and finished goods.
 Hiring, training, and supervising employees through new product launches.
 Managing employee relations and performing HR and personnel functions.
 Coordinating shipping of finished products and receiving of materials and supplies.
 Implementing and maintaining the factory ISO Quality Assurance program.
 Applying an ERP system to efficiently schedule daily plant operations.
MERCURY MARINE, Fond du Lac WI AUGUST 2000 – JULY 2004
MATERIALS PLANNER
 Analyzed and coordinated handling of components for machining and assembly.
 Applied computerized controls to ensure timely delivery and proper inventory levels.
 Maintained accurate communications among managers, supervisors, and departments.
 Established priorities and gave directions to sustain a balanced flow of materials.
 Identified problems early and expedited delivery of materials to avoid shortages.
NISSAN MOTORS MANUFACTURING, Smyrna TN JANUARY 1984 – APRIL 2000
MATERIALS SUPPLY ANALYST
 Coordinated the revision process for parts designs to improve function and reduce costs.
 Negotiated between Manufacturing and parts suppliers for delivery timing and quantities.
 Responsible for processing and accurately tracking revision levels of modified parts.
 Managed supplier deliveries to meet cost, quality, and factory production goals.

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Nissan, Continued
 Ensured timely and accurate flow of communications among all parties.
 Partnered with the Purchasing Department for good supplier management.
 Applied appropriate JIT methodologies to bring parts in on time.
 Participated in cost reduction initiatives and Continuous Improvement program.
Notable Achievements
 Served as “ISO Champion” and achieved ISO 9000 certification of factory.
 Directly managed 20+ employees making thousands of units annually.
 Increased production in 2015 by 35% without increasing headcount.
 Key management member of the ERP planning and implementation team.
 Responsible for purchasing materials and managing inventory valued at $1.5+ million.
 Chaired the factory Safety Committee, dramatically reducing accidents.
Education and Training
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
(SPECIALIZATION IN HUMAN RELATIONS)
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville TN – Graduated 1995
(Worked full-time to pay for college, took a lot of night courses)
Training Courses and Certifications:
 Lean Manufacturing Certification - 2005
 Workplace Violence Prevention Seminar -2008
 ISO Internal Auditor Training - 2009
 OSHA Safety Seminar - 2013
 Reaping the Benefits of Cycle Counting - 2014
Activities
 Participate in a local Running Group.