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Langley, British Columbia, Canada

Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada

Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada

Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada

• Execute tests for new production to ensure that products meet expected capabilities and durabilities.• Advise and provide input required adjustments to new developments.• Assemble R & D parts and ensure the accuracy of the designs.• Participate in R & D brainstorming sessions, contribute ideas, suggestions, and general input.• Operate a variety of CNC machines and build new parts.• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert and contribute to different ventures, projects, and goals.• Contribute to creating a positive and collaborative work environment and assist the team.

Chilliwack, B.C.

• Perform customer site visits in the window industry; perform CNC programming.• Design, quote and manufacture tooling/automation equipment. • Implemented a new ERP program. (Adion Systems)

Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada

Ensured optimum efficiencies in the areas of forecasting, budgeting, planning and organizing for shop services. Planned and organized production schedules using Global Shop ERP software to manage production schedules, plan payroll and achieve financial objectives. • Led ISO 9001 – 2015 audits to maintain ISO standards and designation. • Led continuous improvement of the production process, shop floor layout, testing, and quality verification and efforts to standardize tools and work methods. Reviewed strategies with senior leadership on proposed innovations. Determined quality control standards.• Drove manufacturing information management systems to the next level. Liaised with the Production, Engineering, Finance and Senior Management teams and developed an internal bill of materials (BOM) and routing structure templates. Built a production costing system that provided information that allowed for repeatable, traceable, and consistent, high-quality manufacturing with accurate lead times. • identified and translated the production and Engineering material list(s) for individual products to allow proper BOM / routing structure with operations, materials and sub-assemblies.• Reviewed and analyzed cost variances, communicated to departments and ensure improved cost controls—performed time studies or analyses to provide accurate information for individual product BOM.• Performed contract reviews (POs), demand vs forecast analysis, production plans and schedules, ensured Q/C via inspections, developed shipping documentation standards and warranties. • Managed procurement for raw material and tooling; researched and sourced vendors and negotiated pricing to reduce costs. • Participated in incident investigations, conducted root cause analysis, and developed action plans to prevent future incidents. • Directed 25 – 45 Supervisors and employees.

Managed staff of up to 65 over three shifts, seven days/week operation; supervised and coach 20+ department supervisors /lead hands. • Oversaw production and expansion projects. Liaised with general contractors, site supervisors, architects, city officials, BC Hydro, fire officials and internal departments.• $2.5M facility upgrade project involving 6000 sq. ft. addition. • Increased profitability by 10% on an oil fracking product by revising product packaging to reduce shipping damage. • Increased productivity by 7% - 10% by implementing a setup team to decrease new production run change over times. • Conducted audits for Halliburton Oil Field Services.• Improved operational systems, processes and policies in support of operational goals. • Performed strategic long-term planning geared toward operational excellence. • Utilized Global Shop ERP software for scheduling, planning, payroll and finance objectives. • Recruited, motivated, and retained highly talented staff. Supported continuous improvement in the workplace, health and wellness initiatives and liaised with WCB to proactively facilitate gradual return to work programs. • Coordinated and monitored the work in various production departments. (Warehousing, pricing, and distribution of goods) • Monitored performance and implemented improvements. Ensured the quality of products. Managed Q/A and employee productivity. Oversaw the maintenance of equipment and machinery. • Led weekly production meetings to cover general business topics and production demands. • Worked with outside vendors and facilities maintenance department to support production. Created and maintained positive working relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure the timely procurement of supplies and materials. • Oversaw engineering, sub-trades, and local municipality staff for facility growth. Managed construction budgets and tracked costs. Handled onsite incidents and emergencies proactively.