Managed facility for modular conveyor belt manufacturing operation, 90-110 employees. As the US officer for the Modular Business unit, this position is responsible for finance, supply chain, and manufacturing.Maintained safety, sales, and EBITA performance through a period of challenges, not the least was disruption of workforce due to quarantine, and supply chain interruptions at ports. Despite the many challenges through 2020, the Reading Modular business unit achieved consecutive record-setting production and sales growth 10/2020-1/2021.Developed 2023 and 2030 growth plans, including $14M capital expansion projects for the facility (3X growth in mold shop capability). Specified and sourced the first phases of this project, including six new molding machines and associated tooling for July 2021. CNC workcenters and automated assembly cells are also planned.Acquired, improved, and outfitted a second facility in Douglasville, PA (42K sq-ft) for the purpose of short-term inventory storage. Entered into agreement of sale for the purchase of 22 acres of land for new greenfield expansion.

Managed the quality system for modular conveyor belt manufacturing operation. Developed controls for injection molding, machining, assembly, and warehouse operations. Created one-page visual aids and quality problem alerts for communication of customer feedback. Created standardized visual instructions, including video-based media, distributed through YouTube studio. Responsible for complete customer experience, from front end data entry at the operating company, to drawing/specification quality, through the supply chain to shipping and aftermarket support. Claims reduced 20%+ annually, with systemic errors in machining and order entry virtually eliminated.Mentored the operational excellence team with creation of proven lean tools. Tools created and utilized locally for improvement activities have been shared with Global Lean Manager and adopted globally as best practice.Developed systems for product analysis with laboratory in Denmark (i.e. incoming resin quality, pigments, additives). Utilized laboratory resources to compile performance concerns and best improve the application of products.Assisted suppliers and other Ammeraal sites with root cause analysis, countermeasures, and preventive activities. Provided lean manufacturing consultancy to plants outside of Reading (Beacon, NY; Vejle, DK; Szczecin, PL).

Managed production, materials, and maintenance for leading fabricator of precision metal parts and injection-molded components serving telecommunications, defense, medical, and commercial industries. Initiated daily production meetings with direct reports, supervisors, and support functions. Created graphical constraint analysis and plant loading tools to best apply labor resources. Plant-wide communication of critical job list provided inside sales and customers with maximum visibility and planning value.Drove maintenance management schedules for material handling, production equipment, and facilities equipment. Developed business cases for upgrades and replacement of equipment.Initiated supplier development activity for finishing sources (i.e. platers and powdercoaters). Created standardized evaluation plan and scoring for existing and prospective sources. Implemented supplier performance improvement plans on strategic sources (on-time delivery, responsiveness, and quality metrics).Management participant in the Steelworkers Union negotiations, culminating in a four-year contract in April 2016.

Managed quality management system for global leader of gyrostabilizer machines for the marine market. Managed staff in quality, production, testing/inspection, materials, and shipping/receiving.Responsible for product quality improvement and production throughout the launch of five newly designed models.Managed internal quality through rolled-throughput yield analysis, cross-functional team effort, and action plan follow-up. Yields improved 85% at functional test in 6-month period.Supplier scorecard system implemented for all productive spend sources. Supplier corrective action plans formalized with 8D problem-solving and accountability for containment and closure timing.

Managed federally accredited quality management system for high-volume ophthalmic laboratory, assuring compliance to ANSI and provider requirements.Responsible for mentoring management team in quality/lean tools, variation reduction, problem-solving, and voice of customer.Implemented short-interval management system for enhancing communication and escalation between managers and support functions. Established pacing metrics and hourly production barrier logs.Improved total capacity in antireflective coating department 9% through use of time-study, shift change SMED, and reduced rework.Mentored DMAIC projects in edging variation (28% improvement), axis skew (60% improvement), lens power skew (Cpk > 1.33), and Crizal Avance coatings yield (400% improvement).

Schneider Electric USA, Global Supply Chain (previously RAM Industries), Leesport PA July 2012 – PresentPosition: Production ManagerManaged all personnel activities in the production departments, including direct labor associates, team leaders, and production supervisors for vertically integrated manufacturing operation serving domestic and international customers. Departments included motor manufacturing, steel enclosure fabrication, powder-coat painting, wiring harness assembly, printed circuit board assembly, and electrical control panel final assembly departments. Managed advanced manufacturing department (manufacturing engineers), directing resources to support operational efficiency improvements, capital equipment analysis and procurement, and overall improvement of plant KPIs. Drove improvement in all business objectives: safety, quality, customer service, productivity, and talent management. Supported career growth through training, versatility analysis, and career competency evaluation. Set objectives for Schneider Production System and managed improvement activity to improve performance for all functions. Specified capital expenditure, justifying all equipment with sound business case financial analyses. Committees served include product safety, plant safety, plant environmental, suggestion system, manufacturing excellence (lean), forecasting and planning, and others. Actively participate in community outreach programs, including Meals on Wheels, Habitat for Humanity, and Reading Opportunity House.

Schneider Electric USA, Global Supply Chain (previously RAM Industries), Leesport PA November 1997 – July 2012Quality ManagerManaged accredited quality management system, assuring compliance to customer requirements and maximizing customer satisfaction. Led team of quality engineers, quality technicians, inspectors, field customer service associates, and product support personnel. Managed internal and external audits to assure compliance with international standards (ISO9001) and production system requirements. Provided quality system support for suppliers and other manufacturing facilities. Provided direct customer support through product development projects and current product quality maintenance. Developed and drove key performance indicators surrounding customer satisfaction, quality, and safety. Represented the company in external assessments from customers and certifying agencies. Developed and implemented continual improvement plans, monitored performance improvement, and analyzed the results. Made adjustments to the continual improvement plans based on analysis of data, drove corrective actions, and provided resources to assure successful execution. In 18-month period, drove the global defective parts-per-million quality (DPPM) to well below industry standards for control panel assembly. Fostered team-building environment with a positive attitude toward change, flexibility, and personal development. Quality department growth from small local staff to global integrated quality team in four years. Trained employees in the understanding of company key values, with focus on maintaining competitive advantage in the marketplace.

RAM Industries was acquired by Schneider Electric in 2008.