Production Management and Engineering Professional and Veteran, with demonstrated success leading teams, projects, and processes to develop engineered/designed solutions. Expert problem solver, committed to delighting customers. Extensive experience partnering cross functionally and with mass production facilities in the US, Europe, and Asia, as well as outside suppliers. Proven results creating and maintaining process improvements to increase efficiencies. Strategic lead on new technologies and new products. Clear communication skills to all levels of organization. Experienced in capital and departmental P/L budgeting.Specialties: Strategic Planning and Execution, Forecasting & Budgeting, Cross-functional Program Management, Product Life Cycle Management, International Commercial and Technical Negotiations, Competitive Analysis, Engineering Management, New Product Introduction, Operations Management, Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing Principles, Injection Mold Design, Mechanical Design, Team Leadership, Facilities Management, New Product development