Senior Manufacturing Operations Executive who applies state-of-the-art lean manufacturing principles to initiate improvement, cut costs, and improve productivity. In-depth knowledge of quality systems, total productive maintenance (TPM), and lean manufacturing systems (5S, pull systems, standardized work, daily management, and other Toyota techniques). Strong reputation as a team-builder, mentor and trainer with many subordinates promoted into key positions throughout the organization. Leads organizations through mission-critical Merger and Acquisition and market-driven changes, including reorganizations and technology transitions.Specialties: Lean manufacturing, quality systems, TPM, 5S, change management, strategic reorganization, technology transitions, safety certifications, electrical engineering, controls engineering, team building,