I lead our engineering team in developing new high-security lock technologies, manage product maintenance and field support, represent our technological prowess and product performance to clients, and serve on the senior leadership team, advising the president on critical business strategies.

Provide leadership and management for the Global TSI Electro-Mechanical Product Engineering team. Primary responsibility for all engineering functions to support development, production, and quality efforts for TSI foundations, adjustable bases, and other electro-mechanical bedding system products. Other responsibilities include personnel management, operational, and the budgetary activities for the department.

Duties include research, evaluation, development, and application of new processes and methods into products. Responsible for establishing and conducting testing routines, developing or executing project plans, budgets, and schedules, and documentation of work and results.

Led a team of executives and senior managers in the development of a Manufacturing Operations Center of Excellence plan to support the company’s strategic goals. Led plan execution activities and provided coaching and mentoring to functional leaders charged with implementation.

Led department managers and teams charged with providing Engineering Services including Global Product Compliance, International Product Management, Product Performance Testing, Technical Communications, Packaging Engineering, and Product Industrial Design. Key Contributions:• Managed and Mentored 19+ BAF personnel, both professionals and hourly employees.• Led the Performance, Safety, and Environmental certifications (>$1.5M annual budget) efforts (e.g. UL, CB, CE, AMCA,… Show more Led department managers and teams charged with providing Engineering Services including Global Product Compliance, International Product Management, Product Performance Testing, Technical Communications, Packaging Engineering, and Product Industrial Design. Key Contributions:• Managed and Mentored 19+ BAF personnel, both professionals and hourly employees.• Led the Performance, Safety, and Environmental certifications (>$1.5M annual budget) efforts (e.g. UL, CB, CE, AMCA, and Energy Star) for BAF products, allowing introduction into domestic and global markets, e.g. USA, Canada, Mexico, Australia, European Union, Asia Pacific, and Gulf regions. • Obtained Domestic and International accreditations for the BAF testing facility. This was responsible for a >67% decrease in product evaluation costs and improved >50% speed to market.• Selected Suppliers, Managed Relationships, and Negotiated Contracts for providers of product testing and listing services, facility management, and equipment.• Developed processes and procedures to provide a solid foundation for the growth of the Engineering Services organization. Show less

Provide leadership for the team responsible for Global Product Compliance, charged with ensuring that our products meet domestic and global Product Safety (i.e. UL/CSA/CB), Emissions (EMC), and Environmental requirements (Estar, RoHS, Reach, WEEE, etc.).

Performed all program management functions and activities required for the development of Industrial Fan products. Directed Development Engineering Team activities, managed Program Schedule and Budget, identified and selected component suppliers and subcontractors, negotiated component costs and contract terms, generated and presented Executive Summaries of Business Case data and Program Status, as well as leading Issue Resolution efforts with contributing business functions

PROGRAM MANAGER – Laser Printer Development Directed Development Engineering and Cross Functional Teams, managed Program Schedule and Budget, evaluated and selected Suppliers, generated and presented Executive Summaries of status.Key Contributions:• Delivered 6 Product Development Programs ($37M to $60M each) on schedule & on budget.• Drove ongoing cost reduction efforts for each program – up to $6M in one program… Show more PROGRAM MANAGER – Laser Printer Development Directed Development Engineering and Cross Functional Teams, managed Program Schedule and Budget, evaluated and selected Suppliers, generated and presented Executive Summaries of status.Key Contributions:• Delivered 6 Product Development Programs ($37M to $60M each) on schedule & on budget.• Drove ongoing cost reduction efforts for each program – up to $6M in one program alone.• Coordinated activities between Lexmark Lexington/Cebu/Shenzhen and contract manufacturers.• Evaluated component suppliers and contract manufacturers, served as technical expert during cost negotiations and final vendor selections.• Led numerous development builds at Chinese vendor sites (planned builds, managed personnel).• Introduced alternative Risk Management techniques to Lexmark Product Development Process, resulting in more accurate program schedules and cost outlooks. Show less

SENIOR PRODUCT MANAGER – CPD WW Supplies Marketing Conducted Competitive Analysis on inkjet supplies to determine cartridge yields, specifications, costs, and estimated margins. Responsible for Inkjet Customer Usage Information Acquisition and Management, performing such duties as customer usability studies, supply usage surveys, and statistical analysis of captured data to discover opportunities for improving cartridge sales.Key Contributions:• Provided the initial idea… Show more SENIOR PRODUCT MANAGER – CPD WW Supplies Marketing Conducted Competitive Analysis on inkjet supplies to determine cartridge yields, specifications, costs, and estimated margins. Responsible for Inkjet Customer Usage Information Acquisition and Management, performing such duties as customer usability studies, supply usage surveys, and statistical analysis of captured data to discover opportunities for improving cartridge sales.Key Contributions:• Provided the initial idea, detailed requirements, and program management for the Lexmark Customer Activity Tracking System program, “CATS” to allow the autonomous collection of printer performance and supplies usage data from Lexmark customers. • Developed Lexmark Inkjet Cartridge Yield and Performance Testing Standards. Show less

SENIOR ASSOCIATE HARDWARE ENGINEER – CPD Circuit Assembly Senior member of global manufacturing expansion team tasked with building inkjet circuit manufacturing plants in Scotland, Mexico, and the Philippines. Managed vendors/contractors and led equipment development, qualification, workcell layout, and installation of the via-cutting process portion of inkjet cartridge manufacturing. Additional duties included continuous process improvement, training personnel, and production cost… Show more SENIOR ASSOCIATE HARDWARE ENGINEER – CPD Circuit Assembly Senior member of global manufacturing expansion team tasked with building inkjet circuit manufacturing plants in Scotland, Mexico, and the Philippines. Managed vendors/contractors and led equipment development, qualification, workcell layout, and installation of the via-cutting process portion of inkjet cartridge manufacturing. Additional duties included continuous process improvement, training personnel, and production cost reduction efforts.Key Contributions:• Designed and led development of 2nd Generation via-cutting machine from concept to implementation, resulting in 2X improvement in throughput and over $4M in capital savings.• Led successful I/T Systems & Network installation for the Juarez, Mexico Circuit Assembly facility. Show less

MAINTENANCE TEAM ADVISOR Maintenance Engineering Team Leader for $30M Coating Line installation. Developed and maintained effective Preventative Maintenance, and Spare Parts Programs. Responsible for development of Control and Data Acquisition Systems Strategy for production equipment.

PRODUCTION / MAINTENANCE MANAGERCharged with supervisory, production planning, and budgetary responsibility for 4 Ribbon Machine Processes producing 1.2 billion glass bulbs yearly. Provided supervision and work direction for 40 production personnel composed of both skilled trades and production workers.RIBBON PROCESS ENGINEER / PACKING EQUIPMENT ENGINEERDirected area Preventative Maintenance program. Managed automation installation projects such as Forehearth Control System… Show more PRODUCTION / MAINTENANCE MANAGERCharged with supervisory, production planning, and budgetary responsibility for 4 Ribbon Machine Processes producing 1.2 billion glass bulbs yearly. Provided supervision and work direction for 40 production personnel composed of both skilled trades and production workers.RIBBON PROCESS ENGINEER / PACKING EQUIPMENT ENGINEERDirected area Preventative Maintenance program. Managed automation installation projects such as Forehearth Control System ($500K) and Ribbon Machine Inverter Upgrade Project ($150K). Implemented numerous continuous process enhancements and cost reduction initiatives. Show less