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Cupertino, CA, US

Cupertino, California, United States

- Oversaw an audio-specific line of business, managing 4-5 New Product Introduction (NPI) programs and 10 sustaining programs, including an innovative "Ultra" secure product in a new category.- Curated and evaluated submitted cost estimates (should costs) from Global Supply Management (GSM) for each program, ensuring thorough monitoring of each finished.

Cupertino, California, United States

- Managed commercial relationships with four high-profile Tier 1 strategic vendors for various "Ultra" sensitive programs, regularly traveling internationally to foster collaboration across multiple global locations.- Executed and scaled new and existing manufacturing processes, materials, technologies, and finishes in partnership with both established and.

Chattanooga, Tennessee

- Collaborated with domestic and international manufacturing suppliers to negotiate costs, timelines, and contract terms, ensuring alignment with mass production schedules.- Managed safety-critical components including chassis, steering, and axle parts (e.g., Front/Rear Subframe, Steering Knuckles, Control Arm).Total Turnover:$37,458,121.

Chattanooga, Tennessee

- Supported projects for clients including Volkswagen, Denso, Komatsu, Whirlpool, Mohawk, and Columbus McKinnon.- Utilized SolidWorks and PDM software for drafting, design, and product ideation, with a strong emphasis on Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to meet stringent tolerances (+/- 0.001”).Developed full-scale robotic cell renderings to.

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

- Enhanced material tracking systems to eliminate inaccuracies in the estimation of location and arrival times for critical supplies.- Led a team of seven skilled tradesmen in the installation and deconstruction of pavilions, ensuring efficient project execution.- Facilitated communication between suppliers, contractors, and customers, resulting in several.

Greater Nashville Area, TN

- Designed a custom 3D-printed depth gauge to improve installation cycle times and eliminate machine collisions, resulting in approximately $170,000 in annual cost savings across several North American plants.- Led a team of 12 operators in the installation of safety fixtures on overhead conveyors, developing a comprehensive budget, sourcing materials from.

Trenton, Georgia

- Facilitated a team of three in the unpacking, anchoring, and testing of a new Kuka robotic arm.- Developed a new process and testing equipment under the supervision of a manager, successfully reducing scrap by 15%.- Diagnosed false defect readings, resulting in annual savings of $25,000.- Evaluated quality assurance and process metrics through.

Greater Nashville Area, TN