Wayne Stack
Shepparton,Australia
Summary
Accomplished and visionary leader with over two decades of experience in operations management, business development, and strategic planning across diverse sectors, including military, food, beverage, dairy, and waste management. Renowned for driving operational excellence, spearheading strategic growth, and leading high-performance teams towards significant enhancements in efficiency, productivity, and profitability. Demonstrated expertise in implementing innovative solutions, fostering continuous improvement, and upholding excellence in customer service, quality management, and project execution. Committed to leveraging deep industry insights and a proactive leadership approach to deliver sustainable results and drive organisational success. Exceptional Operations Manager focused on successful team building, cost-cutting and operational improvements. Determined to cut costs without impacting quality of products and services. Reliable team player committed to building high-performing teams.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
K&S Pallets
06.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded site-wide business operations, overseeing P&L, production, quality, planning, procurement, and WHS, leading a team of 50
- Drove significant process optimisations, enhancing operational efficiency and contributing to a sustainable reduction in overheads.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Led successful change initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions during organizational restructuring efforts.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
Technical Systems Manager
K&S Pallets
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Led the overhaul of technical systems, including the successful implementation of an ERP system (OODO), modernising operations
- Developed and implemented a 9001 certifiable quality system from the ground up, significantly improving operational standards and compliance.
- Implemented and maintained technology and software budget.
- Streamlined IT processes by implementing efficient systems management strategies, resulting in reduced downtime and increased productivity.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of third-party applications prior to deployment, ensuring compatibility with existing systems architecture and adherence to company security standards.
- Wrote strategic business plans outlining need for departmental information technology resources.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Site Manager
Biomix
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed all operational aspects of the Biomix composting facility, implementing streamlined processes and systems for HRM, CRM, and maintenance, resulting in enhanced data analysis capabilities and production practices.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying areas for improvement in material procurement and labour utilisation.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to proactively address potential issues before they escalated into costly problems.
- Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Coordinated training programs for new hires, ensuring all team members were knowledgeable about company policies, safety practices, and job-specific skills.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
Compliance & Risk Manager
Biomix
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Led the quality, compliance, and maintenance teams, ensuring adherence to composting operations certifications and EPA regulations
- Implemented and reviewed company policies and procedures, contributing to a robust compliance framework and operational efficiency.
- Achieved regulatory compliance by ensuring adherence to industry standards and guidelines related to risk management.
- Built contingency plans to successfully handle emergencies.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Production Planning & Maintenance Manager
Rubicon Water
08.2018 - 04.2021
- Initially appointed as Production Planning Manager, quickly expanded my role to include maintenance facilities and reliability across the manufacturing site
- Implemented a preventative maintenance scheduling system and a production dashboard, facilitating real-time decision-making and operational improvements.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective procurement of parts and services, maintaining strong working relationships.
Master Data & Maintenance Information Coordinator
Campbell Soup
09.2009 - 02.2016
- Key member of the SAP implementation team, responsible for site-wide master data, including maintenance plans, tasks, recipe BOMs, and routes
- Led KPI creation, SAP automation, and provided SAP user training, enhancing system efficiency and user competency.
- Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
- Collected and analyzed business data from various departments to prepare reports and presentations for management.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Avionics Technician
RAAF
06.2003 - 09.2009
- Supervised avionics maintenance for AP3C Orion and C130-J Hercules aircraft, focusing on both line and deeper level maintenance
- Ensured high standards of maintenance management and scheduling, contributing to the operational readiness and safety of critical military assets.
General Manager (Owner)
Technetik
06.2009 - Current
- Contracted with a major dairy company to consolidate maintenance spares across 10 sites, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs
- Pioneered the development of streamlined SAP reports using Excel and VBA, improving data accessibility and decision-making processes
- Web development including custom solutions and bespoke applications (maintenance, hr & time tracking, CRM).
Education
Business Administration And Management
Australian Institute of Business
01.2020
Certificate IV in Competitive Manufacturing (LEAN) - Business Management
TAFE QLD
01.2013
Certificate IV in Aeronautical Engineering (Avionics) -
RAAF/TAFE NSW
01.2007
Skills
- Strategic Leadership & Operations Management
- Business Development & Growth Strategy
- Quality Systems Implementation & Management
- Advanced SAP, Excel, and VBA Proficiency
- Continuous Improvement & Change Management
- Comprehensive Technical Skillset including PHP, SQL, MySQL
- P&L Administration
- Purchasing and procurement
- Cross-functional communications
- Supply chain distribution
- Process Improvements
- Production
Professional Development
- Maintenance Planning & Scheduling, Joel Levitt Workshop, 2014
- Certified in ISO 9001:2015 and CM3 Prequalification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operations Manager
K&S Pallets
06.2023 - Current
Technical Systems Manager
K&S Pallets
11.2022 - 06.2023
Site Manager
Biomix
10.2021 - 11.2022
Compliance & Risk Manager
Biomix
04.2021 - 10.2021
Production Planning & Maintenance Manager
Rubicon Water
08.2018 - 04.2021
Master Data & Maintenance Information Coordinator
Campbell Soup
09.2009 - 02.2016
General Manager (Owner)
Technetik
06.2009 - Current
Avionics Technician
RAAF
06.2003 - 09.2009
Business Administration And Management
Australian Institute of Business
Certificate IV in Competitive Manufacturing (LEAN) - Business Management
TAFE QLD
Certificate IV in Aeronautical Engineering (Avionics) -
RAAF/TAFE NSW
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