Responsible for design, implementation and management of Adaptive’s first materials distribution center supporting Seattle area laboratories.-Implemented RFsmart warehouse management system.-Designed and implemented warehouse bin naming convention and material flow processes.-Manage, develop, and lead a team responsible for multisite material handling, as well as inter-site and first mile logistics.-Ensure all functional area work is performed in adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements. Regularly perform gemba walks and participate in internal audits to identify opportunities for improvement.

In charge of managing internal and external supply chains supporting the Grants Pass location. Oversee purchasing, receiving and warehouse departments responsible for managing over 100k part numbers using Friedman AS400 MRP software.- Project manager accountable for designing, implementing, and managing the first satellite warehouse and materials distribution system facilitating the largest new product launch in over 20 years.- Managed site selection and designing inventory replenishment system to support the movement of raw materials to the main production facility.- Developed and implemented KPIs to monitor performance- Facilitated supply chain cost saving initiatives resulting in $90k annual savings in 2020 with a follow up project estimated to save $120k in 2021/2022. - Freed 20k sq ft of internal warehouse space for new production cell by optimizing internal warehouse layouts.- Implemented standard work in receiving and material handler positions resulting in a sustained 98% IRA.- Developed staffing and cross training model to reduce labor shortages during Covid-19.- Deployed “Lean Focus LLC’s” Daily Management System in the materials planning department concentrating on KPIs and countermeasure management.- Collaborated daily with suppliers, production, and engineering teams to reduce value stream waste.- Oversee materials and supply chain planning for new product introductions including all make vs. buy decisions. - Manage cycle count process and year-end physical inventory. - Implemented 5S programs facilitating a safer and more efficient work environment.- Deployed hour x hour and KPI tracking for all warehouse functions.- Ensured environmental, health & safety (EH&S) is maintained and continuously improved. Guided the materials department in achieving a 5-year accident-free record in 2020. Mentored warehouse supervisors in team building resulting in the highest retention rate out of 9 departments.

Supervised warehouse operations to insure efficient service for both internal and external customers. Managed day-to-day operations, including receiving, inventory management, safety and continuous improvement.• Worked with materials team to achieve a 97% YTD IRA.• Co-led quality Kaizen resulting in a 30% decrease in finishing contamination defects.• Reduced overtime by 66% in the first 3 months.

Directed the overall activities of the manufacturing facility to ensure customer satisfaction utilizing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods. Including a high degree of overall responsibility to attain production and quality standards while insuring the safety of the employees. • Reduced labor by 15% using statistical analysis and lean techniques. • Represented operations group during planning and implementation of SAP software.• Introduced weekly continuous improvement classes and projects.• Resigned my position to relocate out of state after a divorce.

Responsible for cost-effective utilization of the manpower, capital equipment, and other resources required to manufacture aerospace fasteners. Managed profit and loss including operating budgets,product shipments, ESH/productivity, continuous improvement, and staffing. Successfully coordinated with sales, inspection, purchasing, and other functions of the business unit to plan and maintain optimal throughput, cost control, customer satisfaction and new product production. • Introduced and taught 5S organizational methods to 3 departments.• Streamlined product flow through tapping and assembly departments resulting in 10% fewer past due orders.• Lead kaizen event in tooling warehouse to reduce changeover time by 20%.• Left due to plant wide labor reduction layoffs.

Directed all materials related processes and procedures within Sacramento location. Developed and supervised waste reduction programs to reach overall cost reduction goals. Supervised purchasing and receiving departments responsible for managing $2M worth of inventory using Friedman AS400.• Directed Six-Sigma glass waste reduction project resulting in annualized savings of $80k and potential companywide savings of $700k. • Implemented vinyl waste reduction programs resulting in annualized savings of $156k. • Formulated and executed changes resulting in increased productivity in the receiving department by 30%. • Supported eight production departments achieving 1st place in productivity among 7 Milgard locations.

Actively managed production team leaders including raw materials, finished goods, and traffic managers along with production schedulers and floor supervisors. Reduced aging finished goods by 60% in 4 months by implementing “just-in-time” inventory policies.• Implemented plant wide safety training classes resulting in a 30% OSHA recordable rate reduction.• Co-lead plant expansion that provided production resources for 3 new product lines.• Resigned my position to relocate to Northern California while fiancée attended UC Berkeley.

Cross-Trained in multiple locations and departments to successfully gain knowledge and experience resulting in promotion to a plant management position. Actively managed and improved key positions both on the production floor and in the office.• Selected to attend a prominent management training program resulting in a project that led to a successful new product launch for our parent company. • Educated and trained sales department and production staff on new product capabilities along with safe and efficient shipping practices resulting in an increased level of customer satisfaction.