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Philadelphia, Pa, Us

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

Thorndale, Pa

Continuing my career progression, I was promoted to oversee production scheduling, raw materials planning, inventory control, warehouse operations, and finished goods shipments. This was a highly collaborative role, partnering with production, commercial, and sales stakeholders.➡POSITION HIGHLIGHTSProduction Operations●Optimized the master schedule for 10 production lines, leveraging Six Sigma tools to streamline processes and maximize capacity.●Consistently achieved KPIs(OTIF) by identifying and resolving bottlenecks, ensuring we met both budget and client demand.●Coordinated raw material planning and finished product distribution across 13 warehouses, including those in the UK and Europe, maintaining optimal inventory levels.●Translated demand into production and inventory requirements, developed capacity plans, utilized forecasts, and identified production risks to ensure seamless operations and on-time delivery.●Generated reports and KPIs for management, including S&OP forecasts.Continuous Improvement●Led a transformational shift in production scheduling, eliminating overtime and ensuring the plant could meet a 3-month demand forecast and safety stock. This strategic move allowed us to produce material proactively.●Developed and executed strategies to manage and reduce substandard, slow-moving, and trial inventory effectively.●Conducted in-depth analysis of demand trends, applying findings to refine and adjust planning processes to improve accuracy.Leadership & Relationships●Functioned as the vital plant liaison for Dynamics 365 Implemention Team; I defined critical production, inventory, and reporting requirements and completed sandbox testing of new process instructions, providing feedback and eliminating unnecessary steps.●Led and developed a talented team of 4 direct reports with indirect influence cross-functionally.●Steered bi-weekly meetings with plant, procurement, and commercial teams to ensure alignment and production efficiency.

Thorndale, Pa

I was recruited to oversee two critical product lines, managing the entire manufacturing process from concept through commercialization. I worked closely with cross-functional teams, including Technical Service Engineers, Product Managers, Production, and Sales, to enhance products and processes with a client-centric mindset.➡POSITION HIGHLIGHTS●Spearheaded efforts that increased line capacity and reduced internal rejections by 54%, surpassing expectations. ●Boosted production yields by eliminating sources of loss and redesigning equipment, which directly impacted the bottom line attributed to improved product quality, which attracted new clients.●Identified and acted on an innovative opportunity approach that improved cash flow by $730K, for which I was recognized with the bronze presidential award.●Valued role in driving 10% annual business growth for a key product line, partnering cross-functionally to propel results.●Led cross-functional strategy meetings, providing detailed analysis and identifying key refinements to meet our business objectives.●Conducted thorough root cause analyses and implemented corrective actions mitigating customer issues. Frequently visited client sites and participated in discussions to ensure solutions were tailored to their needs.

Elverson, Pa

In this role as Plant Engineer, I was promoted to a newly created position to facilitate new product offerings, enable manufacturing improvements, and implement new processing technology to boost efficiency.➡POSITION HIGHLIGHTS●A significant initiative was firstly integrating a newly acquired company and then spearheading the relocation of our parent company’s manufacturing facility and the newly acquired subsidiary to a 200,000 sq. ft. space. This was a multifaceted initiative that involved:✓ Designing the plant layout.✓ Selecting and coordinating new equipment.✓ Conducting an environmental analysis of VOCs.✓ Managing the complexities of DEP filings to secure an occupancy permit.●Delivered reduced costs and minimized environmental impact by identifying and executing opportunities for process optimization that improved product quality, increased operational efficiency, and enhanced process safety. ●Championed a Lean initiative leveraging 5S methodology training for operators, resulting in a 25% improvement in manufacturing efficiency and a strengthened work culture.

Elverson, Pa

●Reformulated core product line, retaining $1.75M domestic business and gaining $1M in new business. Globally launched product with significantly better properties and eliminated customer complaints.●Oversaw worldwide research efforts in the industrial product segment, opening lines of communication between laboratories and ensuring that projects aligned with the business plan goals.

Frazer, Pa

King Of Prussia

King Of Prussia, Pa

Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States

Philadelphia, Pa

Color Chemist / Quality Control Technician

Newtown Square, Pa

B.S., Chemical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority, Society of Women Engineers

Master Certificate In Six Sigma And Lean Manufaturing

Engineering Management

Pursued Master’s Degree Program; Completed 24 credits with Operations Management focus