1. Eric Weil 3172 N. 50th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53216
(414) 331-8624
weileric9@gmail.com
International Manufacturing Operations Management
Talented, award-winning production leader on an international scale capable of leveraging in-depth knowledge of
manufacturing as well as workflow process improvement techniques to increase revenue and operational efficiencies.
Experienced in the leadership of overseas manufacturing operations and international team management. Capable of providing
foreign relations oversight for a manufacturing company with international operations.
Areas of Expertise
International Business Acumen
Team Leadership & Supervision
Workflow Process Enhancement
Lean Manufacturing
Logistics & Supply Chain Mngt.
Purchasing and Budgeting
Experienced Project Manager
International Team Leadership
Proven Problem Solving Skills
Efficient Inventory Management
Quality Standards & Control
Excellent Communication Skills
Key Accomplishments
Project leader for the successful expansion of two manufacturing operations in China
over the course of four years from 2011 through 2015. An understanding of Chinese
government policy and work culture proved critical to successful launch
As Operations Manager for Glue Dots International:
o Successfully doubled the production rate for 80% of the product lines by
incorporating innovative workflow process improvements
o Reduced shipping errors by 25% by segregating commercial and consumer
shipping operations
Increased “on time” shipping statistics from59% to 91%
Incorporated new workflow operations that reduced overtime from 12% to 2%
Reduced quality control incidents from 14 per month down to 5 per month
Awards
Recipient of the President’s award in 2001 for achievement in team leadership
Four-time recipient of Power Point award for exceeding company expectations
Professional Experience
Ellsworth Corporation (Germantown, WI): Global Manufacturing Project Manager Sept. 2011 - Present
Provide supervisory leadership for all manufacturing projects, including the integration of workflow process improvement
opportunities to enhance quality and production efficiency. Supervise all purchasing, safety, and logistical activities in a
fashion that keeps work-teams motivated ensuring that timelines are adhered to. Responsible for an array of start-up and post-
launch operational procedures required for the successful launch of company divisions in China, including knowledge of
Chinese work policy, law and the uniqueness of Chinese work culture.
Glue Dots International (Germantown, WI): Operations Manager Nov. 2008 - Sept. 2011
Oversight of all operational areas of production, quality, safety within the manufacturing environment through the
administration of excellent supervision. Improved production workflow processes to establish an increasingly efficient
operation that produced products on schedule and within quality standards and cost objectives. Modified organizational chart
and work schedules to more closely align responsibilities with job titles. Improved work schedule to reduce labor time per shift
that was required for all production processes.
Resinlab, LLC. (Germantown, WI): Production Manager March 2005 - Nov. 2008
Responsible for the direction and coordination of all manufacturing and production operations for an intercontinental specialty
distributor of adhesive related products and application equipment. Tasked with continuously developing and implementing
manufacturing processes that yielded a progressively improved line of products at cost efficient levels and ensuring that various
teams in manufacturing work together cohesively.
Henkel Surface Technologies (Oak Creek, WI): Manufacturing Supervisor 1990 - 2005
Progressed froma position as a technical laborer to the levelof manufacturing supervisor for a worldwide leading manufacturer of
sealants and adhesives for theautomotive industry, entrustedwith the leadership and direction of 35 employees. Relied upon for
extensive manufacturing experience and judgment to plan and accomplish company-established goals and for the day-to-day
oversight of all manufacturing and quality control activities.
Education
B.A., Business Administration
Certifications
Certified Auditor -- 2004
