Derek Ross Email & Phone Number

United States

Woodlands, Manitoba, Canada

Making continuous improvements and solving problems related to existing products. Includes designing foundational operations systems to enhance manufacturability and efficiency. Responsibilities encompass designing and streamlining operational systems such as ERP and MRP, optimizing assembly lines related to value stream mapping and optimization. This position focuses on driving operational excellence and ensuring the seamless integration of improvements to maintain high production standards… Show more Making continuous improvements and solving problems related to existing products. Includes designing foundational operations systems to enhance manufacturability and efficiency. Responsibilities encompass designing and streamlining operational systems such as ERP and MRP, optimizing assembly lines related to value stream mapping and optimization. This position focuses on driving operational excellence and ensuring the seamless integration of improvements to maintain high production standards and efficiency. Show less

Woodlands, Manitoba, Canada

Working on multiple projects, including founding prototypes, with responsibilities spanning every stage from concept to production. Key tasks include prototyping, fabrication, and design for manufacturability to ensure designs are optimized for efficient production. The role also encompasses component sourcing and collaborating with suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness. Additionally, it involves performing detailed engineering analyses, creating detailed CAD models, and working… Show more Working on multiple projects, including founding prototypes, with responsibilities spanning every stage from concept to production. Key tasks include prototyping, fabrication, and design for manufacturability to ensure designs are optimized for efficient production. The role also encompasses component sourcing and collaborating with suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness. Additionally, it involves performing detailed engineering analyses, creating detailed CAD models, and working closely with cross-functional teams to integrate new designs seamlessly into existing manufacturing processes. This role requires a blend of creativity, technical expertise, and practical problem-solving skills to bring innovative products to market efficiently and effectively. Show less

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Focus on enhancing overall process efficiency, quality, and productivity. Responsibilities include analyzing production workflows, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing lean manufacturing techniques to streamline operations and reduce waste. The position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and execute improvement projects, ensuring all initiatives align with quality standards and operational goals. Additional tasks include leading training sessions on best… Show more Focus on enhancing overall process efficiency, quality, and productivity. Responsibilities include analyzing production workflows, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing lean manufacturing techniques to streamline operations and reduce waste. The position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and execute improvement projects, ensuring all initiatives align with quality standards and operational goals. Additional tasks include leading training sessions on best practices and continuous improvement methodologies, conducting root cause analyses for production issues, and overseeing the integration of new technologies and equipment to enhance manufacturing capabilities. The role is centered on fostering a culture of continuous improvement and driving tangible results that contribute to the plant's success. Show less

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

In-field prototype testing of new equipment, ensuring reliability and performance under real-world conditions. Responsibilities include setting up and calibrating test equipment, meticulously documenting test results, and troubleshooting mechanical issues. Collaborate closely with engineers to provide feedback on prototype designs and suggest improvements based on field data. Additionally, maintain and repaired testing equipment, ensuring accurate and consistent results, and contribute to the… Show more In-field prototype testing of new equipment, ensuring reliability and performance under real-world conditions. Responsibilities include setting up and calibrating test equipment, meticulously documenting test results, and troubleshooting mechanical issues. Collaborate closely with engineers to provide feedback on prototype designs and suggest improvements based on field data. Additionally, maintain and repaired testing equipment, ensuring accurate and consistent results, and contribute to the development of testing protocols that enhances the overall product development process. Show less

Winnipeg, Canada Area

Specializing in Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing. Leading initiatives to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency. Implementation of lean manufacturing techniques such as value stream mapping and 5S, and driving Kaizen events. Work involves extensive data collection and analysis to identify root causes of inefficiencies and develop actionable solutions.

Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: GNCTR, UMATT

Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician, Graduate

Activities and Societies: GNCTR

High School Diploma