David Budd Email and Phone Number

I am a performance-driven professional with extensive experience in plant operations planning/administration, engineering management, high-level CNC / production machining, and new product development. I have a proven track record of planning, executing, and spearheading complex projects from conception to completion under budget and time. I am an expert in business and management principles involved in the coordination of people and resources. I have remarkable efficiency in building, leading, and training cross-functional teams. I am proficient in plant management, engineering and manufacturing, production management, quality assurance, CAR and problem resolution, and regulatory compliance.Key Achievements;• Achieved over $1.6M in annual savings by reclaiming 27,000 machine hrs. per year• Slashed scrap by over 50% and $30K monthly by identifying and resolving work-holding issues• Led aluminum/steel machining and assembly production for various industries• Recognized as an automotive supplier of CNC Mill and Lathe; machined and assembled components• Decreased operator fatigue and lowered the perishable tooling cost by 80% by executing an alternative solution to eliminating line side deburring.• Reduced costs by $17.5 mil dollars over 5 yrs. by developing new production methods, equipment, and tooling.• Lessened perishable tooling costs by $750K annually by improving supply chain negotiations, implementing improved internal tool monitoring, and correcting feed and speed issues.• Invented a marketable product that was awarded a US Patent in 2007.• Saved over $2M annually by procuring new equipment and fast-tracked the implementation process.Please feel free to contact me at david@dlbudd.com with any thoughts, comments, or questions about my work—I’m always interested in making new professional acquaintances.