Danny Smith

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Technology Manager - Mill Reline Equipment @ Metso
Gold Coast, QLD, AU
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Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, Australia
About Danny Smith

I am an experienced executive manager offering extensive experience in the development of people, projects, processes, products, services and customers within a world class, highly technical, mission critical engineering environment.Having held lead responsibility for engineering, product development, commercialisation, sales & marketing, and customer service, from start-up phase through to transformational change and steady-state continuous improvement, I am particularly passionate about complementing the best of an entrepreneurial culture with the processes required to underpin a business’ sustained development.Pivotal to such is the practical, commercial and customer-focused application of concepts such as stakeholder engagement, user-centred design, Lean, continuous improvement, value creation, risk management, strategy-driven execution and evidence-based decision making.

Danny Smith's Current Company Details
Metso

Metso

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Technology Manager - Mill Reline Equipment
Gold Coast, QLD, AU
Danny Smith Work Experience Details
  • Metso
    Technology Manager - Mill Reline Equipment
    Metso
    Gold Coast, Qld, Au
  • Metso
    Technology Manager - Mill Reline Equipment
    Metso Oct 2024 - Present
  • Race Mining
    Managing Director
    Race Mining Feb 2017 - Present
    Queensland, Australia
  • Pwr Performance Products
    Production Manager
    Pwr Performance Products Oct 2015 - Feb 2017
    PWR provides world class cooling solutions by manufacturing high performance aluminium radiators, intercoolers and oil coolers for race cooling solutions to leading race categories and teams such as F1, NASCAR, V8 Supercars, PWR is recognised as a world leader when it comes to high performance cooling.The key responsibility for this role was to design and implement production processes to underpin the passion and quality culture of the entrepreneurial company as it transitioned into a… Show more PWR provides world class cooling solutions by manufacturing high performance aluminium radiators, intercoolers and oil coolers for race cooling solutions to leading race categories and teams such as F1, NASCAR, V8 Supercars, PWR is recognised as a world leader when it comes to high performance cooling.The key responsibility for this role was to design and implement production processes to underpin the passion and quality culture of the entrepreneurial company as it transitioned into a publicly listed enterprise. Integration of production processes and systems was pivotal in providing scalability to allow PWR to capitalise of growth opportunities presented with recent success in high profile motorsport categories. Show less
  • Abc Mining Pty Ltd
    Director
    Abc Mining Pty Ltd Aug 2014 - Feb 2015
    A joint venture company between RME and RDSA established for the purpose of controlling IP, manufacturing and distributing innovative new Drill Feeds for underground drill rigs.During this short time the Drill Feed was taken from prototype development to its first underground trial.
  • Russell Mineral Equipment
    Customer Service Manager - Apac, Eu, Russia And Middle East
    Russell Mineral Equipment Feb 2014 - Feb 2015
    Toowoomba, Australia
    The key responsibility for this role was to ensure the growth of the ‘RME Mill Relining System’ brand via excellent customer experience through the sale and delivery of onsite service and spare parts within the regions specified above.Key achievements included:• Implementing Sales Process• Renegotiated Conditions of Employment and Employment Agreements for Service Technicians• Delivered profitable and predictable System Rebuilds
  • Russell Mineral Equipment
    Product Manager
    Russell Mineral Equipment Jul 2011 - Feb 2014
    Toowoomba, Australia
    Responsible for managing the product lifecycle for RME’s entire product suite including Mill Reline Machines, Engineered to Order ‘Specials’, Thunderbolt Recoilless Hammers, Small Products and Spare Parts including:• Sales and Operational Planning through Engineering, Supply & Distribution, Manufacturing, Assembly, • Factory Testing and on-site Commissioning• Product Profitability, Reliability, Quality and Delivery (DIFOT)• Developing, implementing, optimising and utilising… Show more Responsible for managing the product lifecycle for RME’s entire product suite including Mill Reline Machines, Engineered to Order ‘Specials’, Thunderbolt Recoilless Hammers, Small Products and Spare Parts including:• Sales and Operational Planning through Engineering, Supply & Distribution, Manufacturing, Assembly, • Factory Testing and on-site Commissioning• Product Profitability, Reliability, Quality and Delivery (DIFOT)• Developing, implementing, optimising and utilising appropriate systems and processes• New Product Development Key achievements included:• Being instrumental in the successful implementation of the new processes (including Chairing of the Sales & Operation Planning Meeting) and systems (including Microsoft Dynamics AX MRP) required to double the Production rate• Achieved a 143% increase in DIFOT (Delivery-In-Full-On-Time) to customers within 18 months, through development of reporting tools to provide visibility and accountability to each operational team• Improved profitability and predictability of Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) for customised Mill Reline Machines and ETO ‘Specials’ through integration of engineering design tools and live production cost data Show less
  • Russell Mineral Equipment Inc.
    President - Rme Inc.
    Russell Mineral Equipment Inc. Apr 2010 - Jul 2011
    Greater Salt Lake City Area
    Responsible for the establishment of the North American subsidiary, based in Salt Lake City, Utah servicing USA, Canada, Mexico and Dominican Republic, which included:• Security and growth of the ‘RME Mill Relining System’ brand in North America• Growth of on-site service and spare parts sales and distribution• Growth of capital sales and overall market share in North America• Operational Support• Financial Control• Profitability and Sustainability• Personnel… Show more Responsible for the establishment of the North American subsidiary, based in Salt Lake City, Utah servicing USA, Canada, Mexico and Dominican Republic, which included:• Security and growth of the ‘RME Mill Relining System’ brand in North America• Growth of on-site service and spare parts sales and distribution• Growth of capital sales and overall market share in North America• Operational Support• Financial Control• Profitability and Sustainability• Personnel Leadership and ManagementKey achievements included:• 40% growth in Customer Service Technician Utilisation • Establishment of office and warehouse complex• Recruitment and training of local Staff • Substantial Orders accepted in 15 months Show less
  • Russell Mineral Equipment
    Applications Manager
    Russell Mineral Equipment Jun 2008 - Apr 2010
    Toowoomba, Australia
    As the ‘technical expert’ on mill relining internally at RME, this role was responsible for the provision of advice, training and supporting sales staff, visiting customers globally, promoting the effective application and use of relining systems and products;Key achievements included:• 20% Growth in Capital Sales (delivered)• 5% Improvement in Gross Margin• Entry into China market• 100% Increase in Order Intake rate
  • Russell Mineral Equipment
    Sales And Marketing Manager
    Russell Mineral Equipment Oct 2005 - Jun 2008
    Toowoomba, Australia
    Responsible for promoting and improving the RME brand globally, providing direction, leadership and performance management of all Sales & Marketing staff globally to secure sustainable, profitable sales growth, which included:• Implementing and monitor Price Setting and Margin Control• Project Management• Contracting PillarsKey achievements included:• 116% Growth in Sales• 10% Improvement in Gross Margin • Establishment of Sales Office in Chile• Maturing of… Show more Responsible for promoting and improving the RME brand globally, providing direction, leadership and performance management of all Sales & Marketing staff globally to secure sustainable, profitable sales growth, which included:• Implementing and monitor Price Setting and Margin Control• Project Management• Contracting PillarsKey achievements included:• 116% Growth in Sales• 10% Improvement in Gross Margin • Establishment of Sales Office in Chile• Maturing of the RUSSELL brand from an ‘equipment supplier’ to a ‘complete system solution provider’, demonstrated by increase of average sale from approx. $1 Million to over $2 Million and up to $7.5 Million Show less
  • Russell Mineral Equipment
    Mechanical Engineer
    Russell Mineral Equipment Jan 2000 - Oct 2005
    Toowoomba, Australia
    Commencing as a Graduate Engineer and quickly promoted to Mill Reline Machine Engineering Team Leader, I took on many of the responsibilities of Engineering Manager towards the end of this time.Key achievements included:• Personally designed 25 Mill Reline Machines• Team Leader responsible for design of 40 Mill Reline Machines

Danny Smith Skills

Continuous Improvement Mining Change Management Manufacturing Mineral Processing Process Engineering Engineering Project Planning Strategic Planning Project Management Strategic Leadership Product Management Mechanical Engineering Sales Management Business Strategy Business Process Improvement Reporting And Analysis Lean Manufacturing Management Microsoft Office Engineering Management Operations Management Start Ups Product Lifecycle Management Cross Functional Team Leadership Product Development

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Frequently Asked Questions about Danny Smith

What company does Danny Smith work for?

Danny Smith works for Metso

What is Danny Smith's role at the current company?

Danny Smith's current role is Technology Manager - Mill Reline Equipment.

What schools did Danny Smith attend?

Danny Smith attended University Of Southern Queensland, Universtity Of Southern Queensland.

What skills is Danny Smith known for?

Danny Smith has skills like Continuous Improvement, Mining, Change Management, Manufacturing, Mineral Processing, Process Engineering, Engineering, Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Strategic Leadership, Product Management.

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