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Rutherdfordton, Nc

Recruited to develop goals and objectives to reduce cost, improve manufacturing efficiencies, and improve overall quality. Drove both tooling design and product design enhancements to customers on new and existing programs. Developed motivational programs plant wide to move employee sentiment and culture into a more positive environment• Reduced manufacturing cost by 13%, increased product profitability 11% - 18%, and eliminated overtime through improved efficiencies • Received NADCA Achievement award for Employee Training 2015 – Developed training programs for Process Techs, Die, Techs, and Inspectors on Casting Technologies related to their specific job responsibilities. • Achieved the highest “RevGen$ / Hr.” rate of all four divisions - Through training, Streamlined processes (single piece flow), and Product & process design improvements.

Expertise1) Product Design Development For component application as well as manufacturing process application.2) Process Development All aspects of casting manufacturing, from raw material to "in the box".3) Die cast / squeeze cast tooling design Extensive knowledge of design - cooling systems - Mech. systems - High Vac systems - along with FEA analysis tools.4) Machine tooling & work holding Design Extensive knowledge of design and application of machining systems.5) Project Management From product launches "APQP to SOP" to Major facilities expansion programs.6) Problem Solving / Trouble Shooting Use typical Quality system tools to assist in uncovering root causes and implement error proofing as part of corrective action. Have very good knowledge in Hydraulics, control systems, and general ancillary equipment.

Provided technical support services to Die Casting Manufactures on new program launches.Implemented new technologies for Die Casting Manufactures to support high integrity castings with special mechanical property requirements.Provided die cast tooling design recommendations to Die Casting Manufactures to achieve optimum process capability of new products.Develop new casting processes and technologies with FLMI R&D team.

After acquisition of YDC, Develop immediate one year plan to exit from survival operating mode.Implement an aggressive sales plan to acquire existing takeover business and new product launch business.Acquire support from local government agencies to assist in employee hiring, training, and Japanese culture integration. Analyze operating metrics by product to develop "Contract review Proposals" for current programs.

Advise Board of directors on company strategic planning; develop tactical plans for Board of Directors exit strategy while maintaining operational stability.Implement plan to consolidate facilities, reduce labor, and drive down operational cost in preparation for sale of operation.Develop survival plan to maintain minimum operations while maintaining technical and production support for existing customers.Drive positive attitude with staff and hourly employees while maintaining high level of quality during three year negotiation for sale of the company.

Dayton, Ohio

Assist Board of Directors in developing company, establishing long term goals through 5 year plan, and assist sales in creating new customer markets.Manage financial plans and forecast cash flow resulting from the physical flow of products and materials to maintain efficient working capital funding.Jointly responsible, with CEO, for management of major accounts,production, development, and overall plant operations.

Dayton, Ohio

Develop budgets and schedules for tooling and equipment programs, track cost against budget, maintain positive variance, and provide month / year end cost reports.Analyze operational reports for substantial gains and methods to more efficiently utilize resources.Develop detailed estimates and proposals for new product programs, analyze request for work content and perform risk evaluations, and evaluate contractual requirements for feasibility.

Dayton Ohio

Toledo, Ohio

Toledo, Ohio

Toledo, Ohio

Toledo, Ohio

Toledo, Ohio

Toledo, Ohio

Toledo, Ohio

Mechatronics - Robotics - Automation Engineering - Quality Mamagement Systems

Project Management - Statistical Process Control - Practical Problem Solving Through Spc

Mechanical Engineering