Andy Browne Email & Phone Number

Tualatin, Or, Us

Portland, Oregon, United States

-Learned and Mastered PU injection manufacturing to build a domestic factory from the ground up -Took 50 development projects ranging from 3 continents to source, develop, and manufacture shoes -Created Spec Sheets from PLM and designer instruction -Solidified prototypes for production ranging from slip on shoes, work boots, to slippers by delivering translatable feedback -Created and maintain Sample List running 40 samples across 2 years of FTY -Communicated with developers, PLMs, marketing department to ensure smooth and effective communication with running changes-Sourced footwear manufacturing machinery globally and installing ensuring USA standards for safety and electrical systems were up to spec-Rapidly developed, in a 6 month product pitch to production shoes in hand, through effective communication and strong collaboration with overseas partner factories-Learned inventory system and created new system for managing raw materials through production to finished goods-Interfaced weekly with designers, sourcing, and brand managers to ensure timelines were being met or exceeded-Managed and fortified internal feedback for samples through WIP(Work In Progress) weekly report-Interfaced with PU manufacturers and coordinated Pre-Production Trials, feedback, and finalization timeline to ensure production expectations were maintained

Corvallis, Oregon Area

- plan, shoot, and lightly edit photos (Lightroom or Photoshop)- shoot for a variety of situations from candid portraits of people at events, to model placed shots in a controlled environment with a specific concept in mind- for personal social media accounts as well as companies and professional accounts

Somersworth, New Hampshire, United States

-Executed and met short timelines to complete the first ever DSW, crafted in New Hampshire, order 3 days early-Ramped up production lines to triple efficiency with the same personnel to fulfill the largest order in JEMS history -Continually developed SOP to mitigate problem areas and increase efficiency -Orient and educate new makers on shoe development and lean design for manufacturing-Managed diverse personnel through personal and professional SMART goals while maintaining uniformed production goals-Developed future shoes through interfacing with Design, sister factories in Asia, and Sales -Sourced, educated designers on material, timelines, and feasibility of manufacturing for future projects-Confirmed via wear testing product packaging durablity and longevity -Troubleshooted and fixed machines on line ranging from single needle post machines to flash activators and 360 Chillers-Completed all 3 orders before completion deadline utilizing lean manufacturing practices and optimizing personnel through cross training-Sourced lining, reinforcers, and upper material through a variety of countries of origin to fortify development chain-Presented formally and informally, the manufacturing plant and brand through outreach events within the industry-Presented prototypes for future projects utilizing new knowledge of constraints and personnel-Cross-trained makers utilizing a variety of techniques and teaching methods to ensure Maker personal confidence and growth -Uploaded and cut pieces for prototyping utilizing DXF files and ai files-Assessed current and potential Makers, identifying strengths and weaknesses creating and executing success plans to empowering Makers-Created an internal B grade shoe report to better understand where we can improve production efficiency going through thousands of shoes over the total of 3 production runs, documenting, quantifying, and proposing solutions for each problem-Cleaned bathroom, office, and kitchen floors weekly

Somersworth, New Hampshire, United States

-Received over 60 pallets of shoe making equipment ranging from unbuilt sewing machines to rapid chillers-Hand built 35 sewing machines without directions or model reference machines-Implemented assembly line to manager specifications-Turned around +80 machines from acquisition to grand opening in 10 days-Aided coordination of vendors-Managed new machinery acquisition based on projected needs -Researched and Developed future projects-Fully disassembled and reassembled sewing machines to identify high risk components and troubleshoot the collapse of 15 sewing machines -Opened and managed business accounts ranging from transportation, material procurement, IT, and HR -Executed Weekly and Daily Planning schedule to drive motivation and continual progress throughout team regardless of experience level, processing speed, or motivation-Interfaced with building inspectors, electricians, machine technicians, and fire department to verify correct procedures from machine handling to emergency response-Lead purchaser, managing timelines for futuring machinery, current hardware and software, and technical equipment making sure that everyone from a new hire with no experience sewing to the director is put in a position of success-In house IT manager managing new software, troubleshooting existing software and work accounts -Facilitated efficient communication between trainers, development team, and new makers-Streamlined documentation for Makers to request time off-Developed new hire documentation for JEMS-Calibrated Zig Zag and Strobel machines without having any previous knowledge working either machine-Educated 12 Maker’s through navigating learning new skills, teamwork, communication, and personal development-Met Maker’s where they were at to enpower them to lead, manage, and educate -Created an inventory system for cut parts to quickly identify and grab for assembly

Clackamas, Oregon, United States

-Supported and resolved customer issues, understand and educate customers about apparel and footwear, customized store experience for customers, and built rapport with all kinds of people inside and outside the organization-Led re-formatted communication style to set standard of communication, uniting departments and leading to a record setting conversion rate of over 50% in all REI’s on the West Coast-Managed travel and running seasonal apparel table ensuring cohesive, comprehensive, and convenient shopping experiences for guests and members-Did not record single call out or tardy-Continued education on brands and new season products-Implemented new design layouts adhereing to REI standards

Corvallis, Oregon

- responsible for the back end of the club including maintaining funding, recognition as a School Sponsored Organization (SSO), and club logistics (managing planning and executing of termly guest speakers and industry tours)-4+ years of product development experience( creating concepts, executing prototypes, and marketing the prototype to investors)- aid the president in planning industry tours, outreach events, club purchases, guest speakers, and club projects - maintain SPD’s image in the community (Community Outreach Events and Volunteering)-continuing to create content for the clubs social media amassing over 100 followers (April 2022) - lead a re-design of the logo and name change (including managing graphic design communication of vision to final design and acquisition of rights)- manage inter-club relations, leading/managing Ambassador positions(2-4 members that want more involvement in the club)-end of year funding video, created and edited (2019-22)-event photography (2018-22)-manage promotional items from ideation, to curation, to printing, and invoicing-led team in creating plan to minimize burnout attributed to COVID resulting in a 50% increase of membership retention -managed, led, and edited Fall Recruitment Video (2018-2021, oversaw '22 video)-created, managed, and executed virtual Spring Summit ('21)-managed implementation of merchandise (limited run SPD t-shirts) from ideation of competition to competition of order in hand

Corvallis, Oregon Area

- in charge of social media interactions and being at work days to document and share progress- aid in future outreach for the club and communicate with perspective companies for parts of our concept builds- worked on our InventOR 2018 video for our product Halo Holds where we won $7,500 in prize money. - created, edited, and shot 2019 Welcome video for events- created, edited, and shot 2019 Winter Bend Trip for events- managed instagram going from 0-62 followers as of June 2020 (Handed off to Ambassador)

Oxnard, California, United States

-learned and created an Advanced(56 pages) and Basic Manual(25 pages) for computer system(Airixa) used in most FDCs across network-created a 12.5 minute video condensing down an 1.5 hour training on the Airixa System controlling all Refrigeration and Heating (HVAC) in FDC's across network-managed collecting data and improving prototype for quantifying Avocado Ripeness-created a formal 15 minute presentation explaining the entire process of an Avocado going from the Field to Fork, including meeting with managers from every department totaling over 26 meetings-created, presented, and submitted a formal design to install an Avocado process in Laredo to lengthen shelf life and decrease food waste-involved sustainability in conversations about reducing plastic waste and carbon footprint-executed full facility layout from 2-D drawing to include walls and safety measures for future facility-designed EGRESS layout to include accurate spacing, chairs and desks, departments, and printed and laminated copies to install -managed transporting AutoCAD Vault Server physical locations including downtime -managed Time Study of Avocado Baggers logging over 38 hours of data, presented to Operations and Finance to implement time and money savings across network (over $150,000 annually)-purchased and organized acquisition of new PC’s to be install in across the world

Corvallis, Oregon Area

- event photographer (2018-20)- manage photos and videos for past and present trips (2018-20)- was responsible for recording accomplishments and activities, creating promotional material, aiding in visual's for events, aiding in end of the year report, and maintain connections with alumni and graduating seniors-was responsible for knowledge retention and outline of the clubs history of programs- presented about past programs from Kenya to marketing for new members about current programs and their progress- focused on thinking ahead and preventing problems from happening in the coming year including COVID limitations, burnout, and smooth transitioning each year from more experienced members to newer members -advised president on leadership and communication