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Spokane, Wa, Us

Spokane, Washington, United States

Spokane, Washington, United States

Directed operations for two manufacturing plants in the North West, overseeing procurement, transportation, scheduling, and manufacturing to ensure efficient and cost-effective processes across the facilities.Collaborated closely with the Chief Executive Officer to support daily operations and played a pivotal role in the execution of strategic initiatives that aligned with company goals.Ensured exceptional accuracy and attention to detail in data analysis and reporting, significantly reducing discrepancies and improving overall data integrity, supporting better decision-making.Led the prioritization and management of multiple concurrent training initiatives, delivering all projects on time, including a comprehensive LEAN manufacturing training program that enhanced operational efficiencies.

Spokane, Washington, United States

Developed and tracked key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure operational success, driving data-driven decision-making and ensuring consistent goal achievement.Partnered with executive leadership to establish organizational objectives, develop annual budgets, and implement growth strategies, contributing to increased profitability and long-term business sustainability.

Spokane, Washington

Oversaw a team of three Plant Managers and over 250 direct reports across three North West plants, ensuring seamless alignment between the sites while also leading the Scheduling and Transportation Departments for Cascade.Played a pivotal role in facilitating Cascade's acquisition by Cornerstone Building Supplies in October 2021, contributing to a smooth transition and integration.Led multiple Kaizen and Lean initiatives to optimize operational strategies, driving improvements in delivery, productivity, efficiency, and quality, while achieving significant cost reductions across the board.

Spokane, Washington

Spearheaded a value stream team that transitioned from Class A drivers to box truck drivers, cutting driver turnover by 50%. The cost savings from this initiative enabled the leasing of a new warehouse with zero additional expenses.Conducted line balance studies, Kaizen burst events, and waste reduction initiatives across four production lines, resulting in a 25% increase in output—from 60 to 75 units per hour—within just four months.

Renton, Wa

Successfully implemented Lean Manufacturing methodologies, including Value Stream Mapping, to systematically analyze and redesign workflow processes, leading to a 25% reduction in cycle time and a significant improvement in overall product flow and operational efficiency.Led cross-functional continuous improvement events, driving collaboration across departments and achieving over $50,000 in cost savings through targeted waste reduction and process optimization initiatives.Partnered closely with sales teams to develop high-impact sales collateral, presentations, and promotional materials, enhancing the effectiveness of sales strategies and supporting business growth.

Tacoma, Washington

Oversaw the operations of 8 departments across day and swing shifts, managing a workforce of over 250 production operators and 6 production supervisors, ensuring smooth and efficient operations at all times.Championed employee safety initiatives by promoting a culture of safety awareness, grounded in a comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements and industry best practices, resulting in a safer and more compliant workplace.Implemented impactful process improvements that significantly elevated departmental quality and throughput, driving operational efficiency and contributing to overall production excellence.

Lehi, Utah

• Responsible for training and development of 60 direct reports including 6 Manufacturing Supervisors. • Establishing, communicating, and driving priorities and objectives which include performance of the line to hit benchmark performance metrics. • Collaborating with Site Inventory Control and Operations Improvement to make necessary adjustments to the line scheduler• Coordinating the development, training, and performance management of production shift personnel including the development of supervisors to identify area performance gaps and develop solutions to improve team/individuals• Acting as a performance management resource for all on-shift personnel which includes coaching supervisors on Performance Management directives and techniques

Boise, Idaho