An entrepreneurial-minded leader with over 20 years of progressive operations management experience in a high velocity custom manufacturing environment, generating $80.2M annually in domestic and global sales. A motivated, results-driven performer, who utilizes continuous improvement principles, cost reduction/VAVE activities, 5S practices, lean processes, and associate empowerment, to consistently achieve or surpass business goals. An effective manager who leads by example, takes ownership in employee growth, and motivates team members to exceed the organization’s performance targets. Responsible for being a calm agent of change for associates during acquisitions, re-locations, and restructuring. Utilizes a “customer first” mindset and constantly challenges associates to integrate that mentality into their decision making. Creates and fosters strong supplier relationships that ultimately contribute to the mutual success of the respective businesses. Strong appreciation for the private business sector and all the challenges and opportunities it offers. Private equity, corporate / publicly traded, and private ownership experiences. Direct management reports have included Purchasing Manager, Operations Manager, Service Manager, Customer Service Manager, and Maintenance Manager.