Ebi Mogharei Email & Phone Number

California, United States

San Ramon, Ca

I had worked with Toyota as the Plant Manager of their major supplier to the NUMMI plant in California for more than 20 years.I had learned about Toyota Production System and how to implement it from the experts in Japan and the US, and was excited to teach it to others as soon as the NUMMI plant shut down in 2009. I started GKI and work as the COO/CTO of the corporation where I am the Chief Consultant helping organizations "Better Their Business". I have visited close to 200 organizations… Show more I had worked with Toyota as the Plant Manager of their major supplier to the NUMMI plant in California for more than 20 years.I had learned about Toyota Production System and how to implement it from the experts in Japan and the US, and was excited to teach it to others as soon as the NUMMI plant shut down in 2009. I started GKI and work as the COO/CTO of the corporation where I am the Chief Consultant helping organizations "Better Their Business". I have visited close to 200 organizations from Manufacturing operations to Hospitals to Hi Tech firms. One common factor about all those organizations is that all of them can benefit from adopting the Lean principles, and embracing Kaizen philosophy. I have developed and delivered Lean Management and Lean Production training modules to more than 5000 executives, managers, engineers, doctors, and general employees all over the world. I help Management Teams to develop strategic plans utilizing Hoshin Kanri process, and then teach them how to implement the projects that are necessary to remove all Waste (MUDA) from their processes. Show less

Newark, California, United States

I worked in the Engineering HQ of the EV manufacturer with the best Powertrain technology in the world. I led the activities to grow the capacity and capabilities of all the testing and development teams. I set up the infrastructure including the new buildings, the new labs, and the new development and assembly areas. Some of the accomplishments include:1.) Evaluated and designed 18 labs including all Safety and Life Support systems. Estimated the total cost, developed the budget, and… Show more I worked in the Engineering HQ of the EV manufacturer with the best Powertrain technology in the world. I led the activities to grow the capacity and capabilities of all the testing and development teams. I set up the infrastructure including the new buildings, the new labs, and the new development and assembly areas. Some of the accomplishments include:1.) Evaluated and designed 18 labs including all Safety and Life Support systems. Estimated the total cost, developed the budget, and received approval for them. 9 of the projects were completed in less than a year in shorter time than the historical expectation, and under the budget.2.) Managed the design of the layouts, and the utilities infrastructure. Accounted for all regulations including OSHA, EPA, and Air Quality. Reviewed all the construction documents, and submitted for permits. Show less

Northern California

I was in charge of all the operations of a family-owned Commercial Cooking/Refrigeration Equipment manufacturer. Developed the Strategic Plan to increase the productivity, capacity, and profitability. Implemented Lean tools such as 5S, Kanban, and Problem Solving. Established Quality Systems including Incoming, In-Process, and Final. Started many Kaizen projects that resulted in 30% increase in Production, 50% reduction in Lead Time, and 100% increase in Profits.

Union City, Ca

I was hired to increase productivity, and eliminate the orders' backlog. I was able to increase production by 30% in 3 months and sustain it for additional 4 months. Designed production scheduling system, developed Standardized Work Sheets for Laser Cutting, Water Jet, Welding, and assembly operations, and established Quality Systems.

Hayward, Ca

I was hired as a consultant to teach the Team about Hoshin Kanri Strategic Planning and then to implement several Lean projects. After the successful development and deployment of the plan, I was hired to continue my activities as the Director of Operations to oversee the operations of 4 sites with close to 300 employees. In the new position, I trained the Management Team on the Hoshin Kanri process, facilitated establishing "Tip-Toe Goals" 2 years in a row, and achieved more than 90% of those… Show more I was hired as a consultant to teach the Team about Hoshin Kanri Strategic Planning and then to implement several Lean projects. After the successful development and deployment of the plan, I was hired to continue my activities as the Director of Operations to oversee the operations of 4 sites with close to 300 employees. In the new position, I trained the Management Team on the Hoshin Kanri process, facilitated establishing "Tip-Toe Goals" 2 years in a row, and achieved more than 90% of those goals. I also trained close to 200 of the team members on the Kaizen philosophy and many of the Lean Tools such as 5S, Scientific Problem Solving, Standardized Work, and Kanban. During the short 2 years, we achieved world-class performance in Quality (Less than 15 DPPM) Delivery (100% OTD) Safety (More than 2 years with zero recordable accidents) and Profitability. Show less

Hayward, California, United States

I worked for 22 years at Injex which was the largest supplier to the NUMMI plant supplying all the interior components for Toyota and GM vehicles produced in that plant. I started as the Production Supervisor right after graduating from the university, and grew to the position of the Plant Manager which I held for the last 8 years. (The Company shut down after NUMMI shut down). As the Plant Manager I did oversee 3 plants with up to 600 T/Ms who produced more than a million parts a month for… Show more I worked for 22 years at Injex which was the largest supplier to the NUMMI plant supplying all the interior components for Toyota and GM vehicles produced in that plant. I started as the Production Supervisor right after graduating from the university, and grew to the position of the Plant Manager which I held for the last 8 years. (The Company shut down after NUMMI shut down). As the Plant Manager I did oversee 3 plants with up to 600 T/Ms who produced more than a million parts a month for Toyota and NUMMI. During my tenure at Injex I also held positions of Manufacturing Manager, Quality Engineering Manager, Molding Manager, Kaizen Manager, and New Program Manager. Show less

Master Of Science - Ms, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mechanical Engineering