As a plant manager at The Master Lock Company, I lead and coordinate all plant operations, driving continuous improvement in production control, engineering, maintenance, and assembly methodologies. With over 15 years of progressive leadership experience in the manufacturing industry, I have a proven record of motivating employees to accomplish business objectives while emphasizing the importance of quality, efficiency, and safety in the workplace.I am trained and certified in various lean manufacturing principles and tools, such as 5S, 80/20, WCM, CATS, FIS, PFS, and ISO 9001:2015. I have successfully reduced the plant scrap material backlog to zero from over $900,000 in less than 18 months, while implementing root cause problem solutions to eliminate repeat rejections. I also create and execute financial forecasts and plans for plant operations, manage customer and vendor relations, and maintain the physical appearance of the facility. I am passionate about creating an environment of inclusion and collaboration, and I am a certified facilitator of the DDI True Leader and the Principles of Leadership Excellence programs.