Director of Operations has the responsibility of leading all aspects of a cross-functional technical manufacturing team, purchasing, scheduling, shipping, receiving, facilities management and safety at SGAMF.Works closely with the Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer, Project Managers, and Engineering to execute and deliver the highest quality products on time and on budget. Has the responsibility of flexing the entire operations organization to maintain output consistent… Show more Director of Operations has the responsibility of leading all aspects of a cross-functional technical manufacturing team, purchasing, scheduling, shipping, receiving, facilities management and safety at SGAMF.Works closely with the Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer, Project Managers, and Engineering to execute and deliver the highest quality products on time and on budget. Has the responsibility of flexing the entire operations organization to maintain output consistent with customer demand, while enhancing the gross return of the organization.Leads the reduction of costs of goods sold (COGS).Integral provider of critical input on all business development proposals and quotes. Responsible for maintaining all initial and ongoing capital budgets, to include City, State and Federally Funded Grants.Charged with the development and maintaining of a highly skilled staff. Show less

Lead State and Federal Funded programs to including setting deadlines, scheduling, preparation and documentation.Lead cross-functional teams to achieve results. Lead all Ohio manufacturing activities to include hiring, and the development of the highly skilled staff, placing particular emphasis safety, quality, delivery and cost. Flexed the entire operations organization to maintain output consistent with customer demand, while enhancing the gross return of the organization. Define and… Show more Lead State and Federal Funded programs to including setting deadlines, scheduling, preparation and documentation.Lead cross-functional teams to achieve results. Lead all Ohio manufacturing activities to include hiring, and the development of the highly skilled staff, placing particular emphasis safety, quality, delivery and cost. Flexed the entire operations organization to maintain output consistent with customer demand, while enhancing the gross return of the organization. Define and integrate fuel cell technology as a system power solution. Act as a primary technical point of contact for present and prospective customers. Show less

Pro-actively managed multiple contracts with latitude for individual judgment and limited guidance to achieve cost, schedule, performance and product quality in accordance with program plan and customer requirements. As program leader, accountable for the accomplishments of the internal cross functional team members, supervisors and managers to ensure the effective synchronization of all areas of the team perform and meet the defined customer expectations and requirements.

Managed, assigned and directed multiple New Product Development (NPD) projects with a multi-discipline NPD technical team. Developed collaborative R&D relationships with outside companies and institutions, including the negotiation and administration of NPD programs. Provided leadership, coaching, mentoring and motivated others to build a strong and effective team.