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Louisville, Kentucky Area

Full P&L accountability for five manufacturing sites throughout North America with focus on customer deliverables and Team Member engagement. Implemented a company wide production system based on defined principles and strategies to deliver sustained continuous improvement results. Focus on reorganizing the business strategy to maximize customer satisfaction and improve operational efficiencies to deliver superior financial results.Member of Executive Management Team, contributing strategic vision and execution of overall business objectives.

Provided hands-on consultation for manufacturing operation implementing process improvement transformations employing the fundamentals of lean manufacturing. Trained internal staff (Leadership, Frontline Leaders, Team Members) on Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen Events, and A3 Methodology. Served as Coach to the facilities in the areas of System Thinking, Standardized Work, Visual management, Performance Monitor and Team Member engagement,Focused on top legacy problem to provide creative solution providing significant performance improvement through process redesign, and positive interaction with Team.

Maine, Ohio, South Carolina

P&L responsibility for three manufacturing sites, $150 million revenue, 800 associates.Charged with implementing a systemic operational process based on defined principles and methods that deliver sustainable continuous improvement results. Discover and develop opportunities to improve operational performance by maximizing existing assets, conserving capital. Strategically review contribution of sales and develop strategies to maximize returns and generate a stronger book of business. Member of Executive Leadership Team. Board Member of partnership.

Sidney, Ohio

Led the turn-around of the manufacturing organization. Build a culture of continuous improvement, based on the Toyota Production System, creating a foundation based on operational principles and methods to drive customer satisfaction through Team Member development of capabilities.

Nicholasville, Ky

Responsible for the operational growth and success of newly launched product lines to enhance automotive wheels. Implemented lean manufacturing methods which were key in securing new business awards.

Springfield, Ky

Full P&L responsibility. Launched new divisional plant start-up utilizing state of the art processing to provide wide coverage of aftermarket brake products.

Shelbyville, In

Develop a 3-5 year manufacturing performance plan for four manufacturing facilities, with sales in excess of $400 million. Included capacity analysis, cost targets, technical enhancements, and research and development direction.

Shelbyville, In

Full P&L responsibility for a $120 million, 550 team member manufacturing facility. Directed change by establishing and implementing operational performance standards, utilizing a compliment of technology and Team Member assets, which resulted in improved productivity and increased profitability. Promoted a team environment while developing the growth of individuals.

Versailes, Ky