Very experienced Operations Manager who has worked in senior levels in plants employing over 1000 people, in both green field and brown field sites. Experience has been gained chiefly in auto supplier operations as well as consumer goods plants working for both local and international organizations.Has initiated and led several large scale reorganization projects resulting in significant improvements to productivity and efficiencies by utilizing Kaizen, Kanban and 6 Sigma techniques. Has implemented SAP into businesses as well as managed significant downsizing projects with direct Trade Union involvement. Has been responsible for all aspects of operations including sales, purchasing, quality, finance, HR, engineering and logistics.