Steven J Taylor is seeking a position as a plant manager, project manager, or production manager with over 15 years of experience in manufacturing. He has a proven track record of improving manufacturing processes through lean principles and reducing costs and cycle times. Testimonials from previous employers and clients praise his leadership, competence, professionalism, and focus on developing solutions that improve productivity.

1. Steven J Taylor bucki4life94@yahoo.com (864)915-3362
Testimonials
Position Sought
“Steve has been directly
Plant Manager/Project Manager/Production Manager
responsible for improving
manufacturing conditions and
processes in regards to Qualifications
reducing production costs and
15 Years Experience in Manufacturing Environment
improving throughput. His
10 Years of leadership Experience
hands on attitude have
Project Management Certified
resulted in quick Lean Manufacturing – Kaizen Leader, 5S, Valuestream
implementation of the process Machine Tool Automation – Robots, Pallet Tech Systems
improvements.” CNC Machinist – 5 axis, Mills, Lathes, Grinders, EIA, Mazatrol
Tony P. Williams Leadership Training
Solutions Leader
Employers Resource Association Training
Sandvik Coromant Co.
OSHA 10HR Card
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Making The Transition To Supervisor
Behavioral Interviewing Techniques
“Over the course of the last 2 Delivering Performance Appraisals and Feedback
years, we have worked Achieve Global Leadership Training
together on many Developing Others
manufacturing process Giving Recognition
Principles and Qualities
improvement projects yielding
Constructive Feedback
significant cost savings to his
employer by means of cycle
time reductions, process
Achievements
reliability, increased quality
and tool life. At the conclusion Reduced Cycle Time By 75% on New V140 Project
of each project, Steve Decreased Machine Load by 50% with Process Improvements
developed a very clear and Increased Production by 25% on Automated Line By Implementing
professional report outlining One-and-Done Techniques
the successes that had been Saved Mazak $500,000 Annually with Advance Tooling
Technology
achieved.”
Improved KPI by 50% over 12 months
Gregg Lephart Developed AS9102 FAI documents for Aerospace initiative
Technical Specialist Developed Internal process procedures for compliance in
Aerospace and Defense industry
Seco Tools Inc.

2. Steven J Taylor -(864)915-3362
Experience
Testimonials (cont) 2011 – Present ADEX Machine Technology Greenville SC
Director of Operations - ADEX Is a Main Supplier Of Machining Components
For the Aerospace, Defense, and Energy Sector
“Steve shows a very high level Develop and execute business plans, policies and procedures and
of competence in regards to his develops organizational and technical strategies.
level of confidence and Acquires resources, provides technical project management for
customers and leads process improvements.
leadership.”
Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with
customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports. Provides
Tim Jacobs oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and
Product Manager processes.
Rocket Supply Inc. Manages, develops and motivates employees through strategic
planning.
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Applies lean principles and practices improving manufacturing
processes.
“I believe Steve always
conducts himself in a manner
2007-2011 Mazak Corporation Florence KY
that exhibits high moral
Production Supervisor – Worlds Largest Machine Tool Builder
standards and in the spirit of
fair play. Steve is also highly Accurately Forecast Department Capabilities Based Upon Manpower,
regarded both personally and Machinery, Sales Requirements, Priorities, and Overall Conditions.
professionally by his Develop and Implement New Tooling Techniques to Reduce Cost,
subordinates and peers.” Cycle Time, and Manpower.
Manages, develops and motivates employees through strategic
Mike Vogt planning.
Applies lean principles and practices improving manufacturing
VP of Human Resources processes.
Mazak Corporation
2004–2006 Tosoh America, Inc. Grove City, OH
Machinist/Cell Leader - Manufacturer of Alloy Targets For the Semi
_________________________ Conductor Industries
“I’ve learned through working Conducted Daily Start Up Meetings
with Steve, that he conducts Assigned And Scheduled Work Cells
Implemented Lean Manufacturing
himself in a professional Operated 5-axis Equipment
manner, is easy to Performed Value Stream
communicate with and is
2000-2003 ABB Automation Columbus, OH
focused on developing the best
CNC Machinist – Manufacturer of Machine Automation for the Paper Pulp
solution regarding speed and Industries
quality, along with other
considerations for the overall Set-up and Operate Machinery
Work Under “Team” Guidelines
good of productivity.”
1996-2000 Leadar Roll Inc Lima, OH
Group Leader/Machinist - Manufacturer of Cast Iron and Steel Milling Rolls
Kevin Sekerak
Engineer Manager Supervision of 7 -12 Employees
Directed work flow and Schedule Machines
Mazak Corporation Trained All Personnel on Equipment and Procedures

3. Education
2004 – 2009 Franklin University Columbus, OH
Business Management
Presidents List
2000-2003 Columbus State Columbus, OH
Applied Science
1996-2000 Rhodes College Lima, OH
Applied Science