Julius L Lyons13906 Clear Forest DrSugar Land TX 77498Ph: 281-682-2877Email: jlslyons2@gmail.com

To Whom It May Concern:

I am an energetic, hardworking individual seeking employment opportunity with a firm that will allow me to utilize my years of experience in the manufacturing, logistics, purchasing and customer service areas. I have proven track record with great customer service and people skills during my career that I feel can prove to be beneficial in any avenue of employment I undertake.

I am willing and eager to always take on new challenges and learn from others as well as to teach other from past experiences. I am dedicated and committed to providing 110% to ensure that I perform each and every task I undertake to meet the requirements and beyond. I operate with a team philosophy with the understanding that to improve we must be able to listen to others input and with the theory that when you confront a problem, you begin to solve it.

My employment history shows that I have commitment and dedication to my job and employer and hope that I may be able to prove my work performance and commitment to you and your firm.

I look forward to the opportunity to further discuss my experience and future employmentpossibilities with your firm. I want to thank you in advance for any consideration given to my resume and my years of experience.

Regards,

Julius L Lyons

Julius L LyonsObjective

I am interested in working in a field that will allow for continued growth opportunities and allow me to utilize my years of service, in sales, inventory control, purchasing, Operations Management and leadership.Strong customer service and problem resolution with proven teambuilding skills and leadership while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

Experience

9/2015 - Present

Operations Manager

This key leadership position will have responsibilities to achieve both short and long term priorities for this location. The Operations Manager utilizes Core’s production and technical resources to efficiently meet agreed business goals. The Operations Manager holds a key position in regards to leadership and support within Core’s and is considered a senior member of the team. The work is varied in terms of inquiry, projects undertaken and project location. All these combine to provide a challenging and stimulating work environment. Key Responsibilities Key Tasks • Project Management Oversee all management of projects, strategic sourcing and planning and development of employee relations.

Work Performed: • Oversee all management of projects from proposal acceptance through to installation• Ensure that all projects are undertaken within budget and on time. Costs reports are maintained Maintain production within specific guidelines for production efficiency, profitability, product re-work and waste amounts• Meet weekly with the Team to discuss progress on all current projects. Coordinate additional meetings as required with key staff to move projects forward Coordinate with Administration to produce necessary project reporting, review• Organize, coordinate and have general oversight of all workshop staff and activities• Oversee overall management, planning and controls of daily work activities• Meet weekly with the Technical Team and Sales Team to discuss scheduling of work in a planned manner including distribution of resources such as labor, tools, etc.• Continually work towards excellence in Process Flow through observation of operational systems and processes during day to day work• Assist the sales team with technical advice, costing spread sheets and quotes for sales inquire as well as go ahead projects.• Contribute to short and long term organizational planning and strategy• Assist with HR policy and procedure creation, implementation and review in conjunction with Administration• Work with other Core senior staff on issues of Risk Management

• In conjunction with senior group management, establish and manage activities to meet / exceed short and long term plant goals• Controls plant costs - including developing, managing and controlling budgetary process • Manage production efforts to meet service, quality and cost goals• Lead and/or oversee major change initiatives

• Manage implementation of operations improvement projects and programs • Establish and manage cost reduction activities• Lead all aspects of plant safety with the focus of providing a safe working environment for all employees• Lead and establish communications processes and programs• Manage plant technology systems and innovations• Maintain service levels to customers through production/inventory planning • Ensure office rules are followed• Assess risk and then maintain or implement appropriate controls to reduce/eliminate• Establish direction, gaining commitment, delegating, and building organizational capabilities• Provide forecasts and operation plan inputs for tracking, measuring and reporting goals • Responsible for capital and productivity planning for the Supply Chain

11/2014 9/2015 Core International LLC Houston, TX

Supply Chain Manager

Operate as Senior Staff Consultant with a lead role in strategic planning, project implementation, and execution for a distribution network optimization. Collaborate across the organization in implementation of the distribution network; charged with reduction of fixed cost facilities to a variable cost model.

Responsible for all aspects of Supply Chain operations for 3 manufacturing facilities including management of Materials, Logistics and Assembly.

Improved initial quality at source by analyzing metrics, standardizing and documenting work instructions.

Negotiating price and terms of products with suppliers.

Benchmarking performance of the Supply Chain.

Giving sourcing input to colleagues to aid business planning &development.

Adhering to all company policies with particular regard to accounting procedures.

Managing vendor relationships and building effective supply chain partnerships.

Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability and alternative sources of supply.

Review and assess total supply chain risk and identify opportunities to minimize and eliminate risk.

Evaluate cost and quality of materials, equipment, products, or services.

Provide weekly & quarterly cash flow forecast to senior executives for budgeting & financial planning purposes.

Develop, initiate and execute Year End Physical Inventory process and procedures.

2014 11/2014 Lincoln Manufacturing LLC Houston, TX

Inventory Manager

Responsible for all the inventory aspects on the site such as stock location and availability, replenishment control and inventory auditing. Also in charge of the accuracy of all data kept on the receiving, production, and shipment of stock.

Maintaining optimal stock levels to ensure timely availability of products.

Managing an Inventory team comprising of Shift Managers and team leaders.

Setting operational standards for all staff to follow. Managing excess and ageing stock. Reviewing service levels on a continuous basis. Using electronic inventory tracking to scan stock and reconcile

inventory. Minimizing exposure to obsolete and excess stock. Putting forward recommendations for operational policy,

procedures and goals. Creating and maintaining spreadsheets to report and analyze

data. Recruiting, hiring and managing a team of Inventory Counters

and shipping personnel. Maintaining effective business relationships with customers. Issuing purchase orders to customers. Presenting written reports and analyses to Executive

Management

Coordinating the shipment of goods from the warehouse. Sending reports and documents to customers. Investigating customer complaints. Using scanning terminals, and professional fixed asset tracking

software. (Global Shop)

6/2013 – 3/2014 Custom Rubber Products LLC Houston, TXMaterial Manager

As Materials Manager I was responsible to oversees day-to-day operations of the materials group in an effort to provide support daily manufacturing and material needs. Focus on strategic planning and goalsetting, and direct the operations of the materials group in support of its goals. Measuring progress and adjusting processes accordingly,

kept the materials departments on track, responsible for securing monthly and annual manufacturing forecast

Provide management support to department leaders Oversee the daily operations of the rubber/phenolic preforming group Oversee the daily operations of the insert bonding prep department Oversee the daily operations of the inventory control for raw materials Provided training and support to all departments within operating

system (Global Shop Solutions) in training and technical guidance Work with department managers to increase productivity while

maintaining efficiencies within the shop environment Work to maintain quality standards and strive for continuous

improvement in the quality management system. Assured no shortages through meticulous review of material

requirements and supply data to set daily priorities to match weekly/monthly goals.

Work with department managers on material needs for proper labor scheduling to maintain department labor budget as outlined by senior management.

9/2007 – 6/2013 Custom Rubber Products Houston, TXSenior Buyer

Creating Supply and Demand reports with analysis for internal team and

Ensuring timely arrival of materials to factory floor by managing purchase orders

Relaying material shortages and quality concerns to customer as well as provide multiple solutions to overcome shortages and keep production schedule on track.

Managing and evaluating vendor performance Review and implement new processes with vendors Trouble shoot any invoice payment issues with vendors Work with freight forwarders to expedite and track material, as well as

invoices payment Provide internal team with ETA of material and options to expedite

material in. Managing and processing data from new vendor projects to insure

delivery of high quality material to support factory production

1/20079/2007 Custom Rubber Products Houston, TXCustomer Service Representative between outside sales and customer. Developed and improved relationships with new and existing

customers. Worked with and maintained large customer base and attended

customer meetings when necessary. Assisted in cross training coworkers on accounts and software

system. Helped outside sales reps by locating and acquiring possible new

customer leads and contacting customers to resolve issues or help with projects.

Responsibilities included providing quotes, entering orders, sourcing substitute items, expediting customer needs with production,

coordinating shipments, handling returns and exchanges.

7/200612/2006 Custom Rubber Products Houston, TXMaterials Group Performed daily material loads preparation for production work orders

per routing guide Operator C3 Barwell for specialty load requirements Operated two roll M60 rubber mill Operated three roll calendaring unit for sheeting of materials for job

specific requirements Maintained i n v e n t o r y control and conducted cycle counts of

raw materials as directed by Director of Finance.

Education 20022006 Alvin High School

2006-2007 Alvin Community College

2010 - 2011 Everest Institute

2011 Kilgore College (continued education) OSHA

April 2011 Shingijutsu USA Corporation 4th North American Genba Kaizen Seminar License

Interests Golf, Basketball, Football, Hunting, CrossFit

References Russell S. Molina (Retired) Former Owner /CEOCustom Rubber Products, Houston, TX Phone: 713.530.1703 russell@themolinas.com

John VeithVice President of SalesCNC MFGPhone: 281.880.0200 jveith@coreintlgroup.com jgveith@comcast.net

Don CentamoreVice President of OperationsJohn Crane21314 Bridgepoint LnSpring, TX 77389Phone: 713.380.8127 doncentamore@gmail.com

Jimmy NealSenior Accounts ManagerDynaMix Elastomers705 South LyonsTyler, TX 75702Phone: 903.262.7510 jneal@dyna mix.com

Tony LealPresidentPremier Protection and InvestigationsHouston, TX 77093Ph: 713.504.0648Tl5887@gmail.com