Supervise daily operations, focusing on managing 18 direct reports and two supervisors while driving team performance and development in three different manufacturing process areas. Communicate day-to-day manufacturing operations goals and results via a Gemba walk in each process area, which displays results on a lean management board maintained by production leads.Participate in weekly safety Gemba walks, documenting adherence to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy, 5S standards, and compliance with all regulatory and environmental standards.Flex production resources are based on daily absenteeism and a surge in production requirements.Increased on-time delivery from 40% to over 80% through effective shop floor management and prioritization of past-due sales orders, ensuring timely and accurate execution.Supported E1 MRP process implementation by learning the work order closure process and daily start-of-shift scheduling for three manufacturing work centers.Collaborate with the Operations Director to develop and implement a sustainable long-term operations strategy focused on improving SQDIP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity) metrics, which will benefit stakeholders and customers.Cultivated a culture of problem-solving and continuous improvement, implementing lean tools such as PSP, VSM, standard work, pull systems, and SMED to enhance productivity, reduce lead times, and minimize work-in-progress (WIP).Manage staff recruitment, development, and performance, ensuring optimal workforce utilization and alignment with continuous improvement initiatives.Set and communicate clear goals at the plant, department, and individual levels, fostering a culture of transparency, fairness, and accountability.Conduct performance evaluations and implement corrective actions to maintain high-performance levels among production associates.

* Actively seeking my next employment opportunity* Using social media tools to further develop and increase my knowledge and skill set.* Continuous learning via Linkedin Learning, YouTube, and MasterClass. * Volunteer - Various photography projects* Mastery of the "honey-do" list* Short Order Cook and Pit Master at the J1S BackDeck

Led quarterly Sales Inventory Operations Planning (SIPO) training programs at four manufacturing facilities, cultivating a culture of excellence, safety, continuous improvement, and quality first goal.Successfully recruited and onboarded over 25 trainers to meet SIOP forecasts.Led multi-site teams consisting of 12 trainers that consistently exceeded quarterly training and SIOP performance targets.Managed trainers and LMS specialists' day-to-day activities, including performance management, onboarding, and on-the-job training/development.Conducted more than 25 annual performance reviews and talent development plans that focused on the long-term growth of individual trainers, training specialists, and technicians.Led realignment of manufacturing technician curriculum structure, reducing training certification time by 30%.Created, revised, and implemented training Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Departmental Operating Procedures (DOPs), and Work Instructions adhering to medical device industry standards (MDSAP and ISO 13485) that resulted in successful external audits. Presented quarterly sessions on Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure seamless integration into the organization.Program managed two job fairs, attracting over 200 applicants and hiring 90 technicians.Led COVID response efforts for 500+ employees across all shifts, including temperature screenings, PPE distribution, and supplies management.Facilitated technician onboarding and training plans and conducted weekly progress reviews to ensure seamless integration into production processes.Executed weekly audits focused on GMP/GDP adherence and safety protocols.Enhanced Lean and continuous improvement processes, implementing a 5S training process that boosted ongoing improvement suggestions by over 50%.Promoted twice within five years and recognized with two Making a Difference Awards for exemplary contributions.

Provided daily operational and supply chain support related to labor allocation, process management, and scheduling of various supply chain activities.Supervised the daily activities of two lab technicians.Successfully relocated overall operations on time and with no disruptions to customer schedules.Comprehensively managed the overall supply chain based on NPI BOMs, cost data, and engineering data.Successfully coordinated the packaging and air freight shipment of two Stackit FTU's to China.Established solid working relationships with vendors and favorably negotiated extended payment terms (Net60) with several key vendors.Effectively delivered Lean / 6S training and coordinated a "red-tag" event for the facility.Successfully recruited and hired a contract Engineering Technician.

Led the planning, organizing, and execution of Grabit Inc. facility relocation. Using Lean and Program Management concepts, responsible for vendor selection, new facility improvement coordination, and overall relocation logistics.

Responsible for planning, staffing, organizing, and shipment of Smart Motors and their associated peripheral products. Achieved over one million monthly revenue while maintaining a 98% or higher on-time shipment rate.I have led various quality initiatives, new product development releases, Lean Manufacturing concepts, and outsourcing initiatives.

Served as the Components Group's IT education program, responsible for creating and delivering training materials to all employees.Collaborated closely with all locations in the Components Group to fulfill their IT educational needs, enhancing knowledge, skills, and efficiency.I served as the lead instructor for the required Lean Manufacturing courses for new Moog employees and served on the Manufacturing Quality Council and the Moog Components Manufacturing Operations Council.

Responsible for the planning, staffing, organizing, and shipment of electro-mechanical slip rings and high-speed optical components used in medical CT scan machines.Collaborated with support teams to ensure production personnel had accurate and complete materials, tools, and documentation.Managed Production Coaches, Quality Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, and part-time engineering assistants in various daily activities focused on quality and profitability.Served as an instructor of Quality Education System and Lean Manufacturing courses for new Moog employees.