The document is a resume for Derrick Sanders, who has over 12 years of experience in manufacturing management. He has a strong background in lean manufacturing methodology and developing processes to improve production efficiency and productivity. His core competencies include communication skills, relationship building, leadership, and problem resolution. He has held several supervisory and management roles over union employees involved in maintenance, facilities management, and production/quality control at various automotive companies. His education includes an ongoing MBA program and a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.

1. Derrick Sanders
10412 Tireman
Detroit, Ml 48204
(313) 918-5437
djsanders413@yahoo.com
Manufacturing Management Professional
Executive Summary
Over twelve years of experience in management of union and salary employees. I combined technical
and financial expertise to create process control methods that enhance production that increased daily
productivity. Daily goal is to improve the teams’ leadership skills with coaching, mentoring and
professional leadership training while following the lean methodology.
Core Competencies
• Communicate well with diverse culture in written, verbal and presentation skills
• Develop and maintain lasting relationships with clients, associates and peers
• Lead teams and motivate others to achieve a common goal
• Developed and improved manufacturing process to ensure the build, greater efficiency and
productivity
Professional Highlights
Project/Program Management
Organizational Development
Business Modeling
Team coordination
Relationship Management
Problem Resolution
Leadership
WCM Methodology
Personal Development
Departmental Supervision
Conflict Resolution
Budget Allocation
Business Development
Leant Manufacturing
Preventive Maintenance
Tactical Planning
Focus Improvement
People development
Autonomous Maintenance
Systematic troubleshooting
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Maintenance/Facilities Supervisor, Knight Facilities Management 09/2010-07/2016
Chrysler Corporation, Sterling Heights, MI
Managed and led 46 U.A.W. skilled trade employees within the Maintenance Department, classifications are as
follows: Millwrights, Pipefitters, and Electricians, Machine Repair, Toolmakers, Welders and Sheet metal. Duties
entailed troubleshooting breakdowns and dispatching jobs to my workforce through the Maximo system. Also was
responsible for the weekly overtime equalization, input of payroll data and the consistency of delegating daily and
weekly P.M.
Facilities Site Manager Knight Facilities Management (WFG) 01/2008 - 09/2010
General Motors, Livonia, Ml
Managed supervisors and led U.A.W. employees within the Maintenance Department. Specifically under my
direction were Millwrights, Electricians, and Housekeeping. Duties entailed daily delegation of my workforce, running
and Troubleshooting breakdowns, and dispatching the proper trade necessary. Facilitated the consistency of daily,
weekly, and monthly P.M.s. Responsible for the daily input of payroll data.

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Derrick J. Sanders
General Manager
Magnolia, Detroit, Ml 05/2007 - 01/2008
Implemented guest services manual which resulted in overall enhancement of experience for guests while
increasing sales. Responsibilities also included, assisting with marketing, advertising and event planning for the
company.
Facilities Site Manager, Knight Facilities Management
Daimler Chrysler, Detroit, Ml 01/2005 – 04/2007
Managed supervisors and led 60 U.A.W. employees within the Maintenance Department. The various classifications
included Millwrights, Pipefitters, Electricians, and Housekeeping. Duties included: delegating daily tasks, dispatching
the proper trades per necessity, consistent correspondence and follow-up with production, safety, and union reps.
also responsible for weekly overtime canvassing and the input of weekly payroll data.
Maintenance/Housekeeping Supervisor, Knight Facilities Management 04/2004 - 03/2006
General Motors, Willow Run, Ml
Managed and led 60 U.A.W. employees within the Maintenance Department.
The various classifications included Millwrights, Pipefitters, Electricians, and Housekeeping. Duties
included: delegating daily tasks, dispatching the proper trades per necessity, consistent
correspondence and follow-up with production, safety, and union reps. Also, responsible for weekly
overtime canvassing and the input of weekly payroll data.
Production Supervisor/Quality Control Engineer 09/1998
-10/2004
Daimler Chrysler Corporation, Detroit, Ml
Operated in a glass manufacturing facility regulated by QS9000 standards. Tracked and maintained production of
quality parts. Supervised employees, responsible for production of glass from a series of Bystronic Robots, Roller
Hearths and Clip Table Technology-based production cycles using computers and automation. Maintained Quality
Control by using containment plans and process control.
EDUCATION:
Master’s in Business Administration Program
Walsh College 07/2013 - Present
Bachelor of Science Degree: Mechanical Engineering GPA: 3.2
Minor: Drafting Design Engineering Grambling State University