Clyde F. Benton, Mba, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt Email & Phone Number

Louisville, Kentucky, United States

OPPORTUNITY TO START A CULTURE SHIFT:-Test Lean Sigma Six Black Belt application beyond the manufacturing realm... Very Successful... -Set a DMAIC operating system plan for a non-profit project (Pro-Bono)... -Identify capabilities in a non profit during COVID-19 period that equates to bottom line improvement...-To have a safe, secure, and productive (KPI's) reopening process in June 2021. Successfully completed...CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT:-Monthly Reporting to Leadership...-Weekly Data collection of a KPI and reporting via Pareto Analysis chart...-Safety incidents reports established... PLANNING:-Lean Six (6) Sigma business model: 6.20.21- 6.14.21' - On-Going Continuous Improvement...- Visual work instruction to screen/test protocol using CDC guide...To reduce acts unnecessary (WASTE)...-Value Stream Maps used to coordinate reopening process via one piece flow to eliminate bottlenecks...- Staff & volunteers trained to policy protocol guidelines... - Work Instructions developed & in process for CTQs... To prevent/reduce mistakes from occurring...ORGANIZING:-Shop floor management visual KPIs board @ check-in entrance.... -Goals set for monitoring and improving processes... -Team was able to control incoming & outgoing traffic... No recordable incidents...PROBLEM SOLVING/OPPORTUNITIES:-Implemented Six (6) Sigma DMAIC process...To identify root causes in the different processes...-Value Stream Map... Used to visualize steps occurring in the process and to eliminate waste...-Used the Present Value Stream Map an Future Value Stream Map as training tools... -5S implemented... To keep areas clean, organized, and to make verification easy for anyone to see...-Collect temperature data via Minitab software used to build IR chart as training tool for data analysis...-Theory of Constraints Method used in the identification of bottlenecks in the opening process... -Used Throughput Method 1st..2nd..3rd..Continuous Improvements at the membership level...

Louisville, Kentucky, United States

OPPORTUNITY TO START A CULTURE SHIFT:-Test the Lean Sigma Six Black Belt applications beyond the manufacturing realm...Very Successful... -Developed continuous improvement strategies within 7PM Group DEI initiatives...Very Successful... -Immediate impact with JCPS' stated DEI 2022-2023 goals...Very Successful...-Working specifically on JCPS' new construction school building projects & HVAC Renovations...Very (-:-Improved Pre-Bid process via kaizen training to reduce wait time to all parties... Very Successful... -Improved engagement with General Contractors and minority/women-owned businesses... 2021-2023... -Implemented Lean Six Sigma Construction deployment strategy that created a 400% improvement in management efficiency hours while managing multiple JCPS projects... Very Successful- Developed a business template being used with different customers @ the 7PM Group. Very Successful

Louisville, Kentucky Area

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS: 2020- 1st Quarter Value Stream Map (VSM) used to develop Future VSM based on the followings:-Packaging & Ergonomic Issue... Excess Transport & Motion & 5S implementation-Improve: Purchased tape machine, gravity conveyor, robust tape & one piece flowNext Steps:-Works into Future VSM 1Piece Flow/ min batch processing for overall product line2020- 1st Quarter Value Stream application used to develop future stream results-Small Parts Improvement proposal reduce one (1) head count & increase throughput-Payback Analysis determined 1.0 year (Edging equipment & conveyors)2019-Strategic leadership development focused on continuous process improvement via supplier and customer involvement using the following broad-based competence:Theory of Constraint Model:- Increase throughput from 10% to 80% on production line (Magic Black)- Moving from batch processing with inventory to a pull/supermarket system- Using DMAIC along with the 5Ms in problem solving techniques- Kaizen events used with production employees' involvement2018-2017: Transformed the production batch system to (90%) one piece flow system via Lean Six Sigma Business deployment model improving cycle time, first throughput, reducing waste, and variation in the overall process. Implemented Advance Manufacturing Equipment processes to complete the transformation of the one piece flow using the following: Reis Robotic> Designed Transfer Table >Intermac cut & break tables> Optima dynamic software >Tenon Auto Edging equipment •Excellent qualifications in ISO/QS standards.•Implementation of Lean business model e.g. value stream mapping > 5S > shop floor• Use of Six Sigma Black Belt methods to solve business problems > DMAIC

Louisville, Kentucky Area

SCHOTT NORTH AMERICA 2006 – 2016Plant Manager, Louisville, KY (2006 – 2016) • Transferred and relocation of Robax ceramic glass facility from Rhode Island to Louisville, KY• Statistical Process Controls (SPC) to monitor production processes• Critical To Quality (CTQ) criteria to reduce defect rate from 7% to .5%• Safety Program (PPE)- No loss time accidents - 2050 days to date• SMED-Changeover from 20 min to 5 min- Reduce overproduction from 10% to 0• Value Stream Mapping – Change product workflow layout from 6000 sq. ft. – 2500 sq. ft. (increased sq. ft. per Man hours from 12 sq. ft. to 31 sq. ft. over past four years)• Transformed production from “Push” to “Pull”- Elimination of Work in Process (Approximately 14,000 sq. ft.)• Shop floor management with hourly and management teams• 5S board and monthly auditing program• KPI goals established and monitored for productions processes • Reduced of internal & external PPM levels via robust corrective/preventative action system• Pay for Knowledge and cross training • Lean & Six Sigma applications in promoting cultural change (team environment)

Dalton, Ga

Schott North America / Baron Industries – Dalton, GA 2001 - 2006Corporate Director of QualitySelected to lead six (6) companies in the implementation and improvement of an aggressive Quality System to reduce PPM levels Major customers: G.E. / Roper, Maytag, Amana, Wolf, and Sub-Zero. AREAS OF EXPERTISE:Planning•Set up comprehensive quality system i.e. ASQ Q9001-2000 in three separate locations•Continuous training programs to enhance employee skills and to build self-confidenceOrganizing•Corrective and Preventative action programs •Strategic meetings on a scheduled basis to review management and production operationsProblem Solving•Implementation of DMAIC methods throughout the manufacturing processes

Dalton, Ga

Baron Industries – Dalton, GA 1999-2000Assistant Controller •Monthly bank reconciliation for payroll, operating, main, and petty cash accounts•Conversion and analysis of foreign subsidiary balance sheet and income statement to U.S. dollars•General journal daily, adjusting, and closing entries•Liaison between Sales Dept. and Accounting Dept.

Clarksville, Tennessee Area

Gemtron Corporation – Clarksville, TN 1993-1999Quality Assurance Manager• Organization of employee-training program• Innovation to customer blueprints allowing work force ability to comprehend information• Organization of ISO 9002 certification teams• ISO 9002 Certification – August 1996 & recertification – September 1999• Implementation of data collection system –January 1997• Implementation (Six Sigma) projects to reduce cost –April 1999

Master Black Belt, Six Sigma & Lean

Mba, Business Administration, Honors Graduate 3.933 Gpa

B.S., Accounting