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With a rich background in various leadership roles across multiple countries, our team brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to manufacturing recruitment. This insight sets us apart as a Manufacturing Recruiter. Our leadership is built on the foundation of integrity, expertise and a deep commitment to the success of our clients and candidates.

Spartanburg, South Carolina, Us

Led the integration of two newly acquired facilities into Milliken's framework, focusing on aligning the company's high standards in safety, quality, and efficiency. Spearheaded efforts to harmonize systems, simplify processes, and enhance talent management across the smallest division, searching for market growth opportunities. Established a consistent approach in supply chain communication and operations, adhering to Milliken’s policies and benchmarks.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Amplified a 12% increase in departmental productivity and a 15% improvement in shipping efficiency by revamping process workflows in the Consumer-Packaged Goods department.• Drove a strategic management team reorganization, resulting in a 60% turnover and fostering a more dynamic and effective leadership structure.• Facilitated the seamless transfer of medical device production to a North Carolina site, augmenting operational efficiency by 8% and resource allocation.• Eliminated $300K in work-in-process inventory from the production floor, simultaneously attaining a 10% productivity surge in the consumer-packaged goods sector.

Listowel, On, Ca

Transitioned the organization through a significant merger, overseeing the integration and consolidation of five production facilities across the US and Canada into four, while ensuring uninterrupted service and capacity across 600K SF of production space. Supervised a team of four plants and two quality managers, orchestrating operations to produce 20M lbs. of yarn and 40M spools and zippers. Standardized systems, processes, and talent management practices while actively engaging in domestic and global partner assessments.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Exceeded operational budget targets by 10%, through strategic cost management and operational efficiencies by 12%.• Closed the North Carolina plant, seamlessly transferring production without impacting service quality.• Achieved full integration of Spinrite’s policies and procedures, meeting targeted adoption levels within the set timeframe.• Realized over $1M in cost savings by implementing process improvements and strategic sourcing.

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

Presided over the revitalization of Coats & Clark's craft division, encompassing three Georgia sites and a workforce of 500. Strategically streamlined operations by analyzing and revising fixed costs in line with business evolution. Monitored the creation of a maintenance department, emphasizing preventative measures. Championed a cultural shift, transforming an underperforming environment into a high-performing, engaged workforce. Drove synergies across planning, procurement, and manufacturing, while providing clear strategic vision and technical guidance.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Surpassed operations budget target to reduce cost by 10% via executing strategic financial and operational adjustments.• Cut machine breakdowns by 25% with overall equipment effectiveness implementation, boosting manufacturing efficiency by 12%.• Uplifted regional employment engagement scores by 15%, fostering a more productive and satisfied workforce.• Reformed 80% of the management team to eradicate inefficiencies and improve organizational health.

London, England, Gb

Spearheaded process analysis and optimization in manufacturing settings, focusing on identifying inefficiencies and bottlenecks. Developed and implemented strategies to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and drive overall operational efficiency. Conducted rigorous assessments of quality control systems to ensure products consistently met or exceeded industry standards. Engaged in proactive cost-reduction initiatives, balancing financial prudence with unwavering commitment to product quality and customer satisfaction.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Spearheaded waste reduction and productivity enhancement initiatives, resulting in substantial cost savings of ~$2M for the company.• Identified and resolved key operational issues in plant turnarounds, leading to significant improvements in performance through strategic action plans and project implementations.• Increased manufacturing efficiency in multiple countries, including Mexico, Honduras, Colombia, Brazil, Morocco, Vietnam, Turkey, and the USA, through effective auditing and consulting.• Achieved notable cost reductions while maintaining product quality and customer satisfaction through meticulous operational analysis and improvement strategies.

London, England, Gb

Steered manufacturing operations for two Brazilian plants, encompassing 1K employees, during a challenging period marked by significant operational and safety issues. Streamlined processes and implemented effective management strategies to address inefficiencies. Learned Portuguese to effectively communicate with the team and enhance leadership impact. Conducted a thorough cleanup and reorganization of both sites to facilitate smoother workflow from raw materials to finished goods.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Transformed the lowest-ranked plant among 40 globally into one of the top 20 in KPI results, raising manufacturing performance through strategic leadership and process optimization.• Delivered $2M in productivity improvements over 2014 and 2015 by optimizing the manufacturing structure and aligning machine capacity with sales requirements.• Decreased manufacturing costs by $500K within six months, leveraging Lean methodologies and initiating a safety program that reduced accidents and incidents by 50%.• Maximized employee engagement scores, including union operators, by 20% through effective team-building and motivational strategies.

London, England, Gb

Managed the entire manufacturing operation of a $55M+ enterprise, growing it to $70M. Pioneered and deployed continuous improvement initiatives across various functions, comprising financial management, human resources, marketing, inventory control, and customer relations, utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Developed a strategy for launching new products and transformed the manufacturing plant into a global center for training and disseminating best practices in manufacturing.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Elevated the plant to a global training hub, ensuring consistent KPIs and earning worldwide recognition for its efficient program, significantly contributing to organizational knowledge sharing.• Yielded $2M in new sales for a newly launched product and led the attainment of ISO 9001:2008 Management System certification for the manufacturing facility in Mexico.• Altered the plant into the first smoke-free facility in Veracruz, Mexico, and surpassed the operations budget target by 10%.• Honored with the prestigious Joe Remedios Award in 2012 for exceptional performance leadership and impact, out of 20K employees, recognizing contributions to revenue growth, ISO certification, and training reputation.

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

Executive Mba, Global Business

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Chemical Engineering

Minor, Chemistry