I have been in the manufacturing industry for over 20 years with extensive experience on the manufacturing floor and in the corporate environment. Hard work, long hours, and positive results with each opportunity I have been offered has allowed me to contribute to the success of the companies I have been fortunate to work for. Primary focus and experience with casting, machining, and assembly processes. I believe in positive leadership by example with focus to supply high quality parts to the customer on time.Competencies: Hands-on Leadership, Program Management, Facility Launch Management, Operations, High & Low Pressure Casting, Aluminum & Cast Iron, CNC Machining, Assembly, Purchasing (Direct, Indirect, & Raw Materials), Supplier Development, Quoting, Mergers and Acquisitions (9 occurrences), High & Low Volume Production, Global Culture / Business, Greenfield Facility Start-Up Products: Safety-Critical Components - Steering Knuckles, Spindles, Control Arms, Subframes and Engine Cradles, Frame Nodes, Corner Assemblies, Structural Castings; Cylinder Blocks, Cylinder Heads, Intake Manifolds, Differential Housings & CasesAs a hobby, I am an enthusiast of all things automotive - Customization, maintenance, and restoration.