Led project team for a $3.1 million Digital press install, including construction, install, IT integration, and budgetImplemented a strike team to focus on inefficiencies in the largest department in the facility. The team improved output by over 26% and continues to innovate.Used data driven analysis to pinpoint issues in the production of the Valpak envelope and was able to drive change to processes using that information

Responsible for Engineering, Operations Analysis, Parts Room, and Production Systems Integrator (PSI) teams within the Valpak Manufacturing Center (VMC).Planned, directed, and implemented multiple capital projects related to cost savings, obsolescence mitigation, and efficiency improvements. Created capital requests, project plans, and held resources accountable to deadlines. Managed diverse teams with growing responsibilities including inventory management of spare parts, business support of a 24-hour production floor, and capital budgeting.

Responsible for Operations Analysis and Production Systems Integrators (PSI) teams within the Valpak Manufacturing Center (VMC) as well as being the point of contact for IT systems projects that affect the VMC. Significant AccomplishmentsSuccessful implementation of Microstrategy software for Press area reportingPSI staffing reduced by 25% with no loss of effectiveness while expanding the roles to fit into the future of the business by utilizing resources to manage appropriate projects.Redesigned the Change Management Board and processes to fit the needs of the business and assure minimal risk when implementing changes to integrated systems. Successfully completed the Talent Management Program after being nominated to participate, in 2010-2011.

Directed the activities of the newly created Supply Chain department encompassing all outsourcing of printed materials and all Purchasing functions for the new manufacturing plant as well as the corporate headquarters. I staffed the department with five highly skilled, salaried employees to do the work previously done by nine employees. During this time I also was put in charge of two projects directly relating to the operation of the business, Metrics tracking, and Production Planning. Significant AccomplishmentsImplemented MRP management in SAP for all critical raw materials, saving time, and reducing missed orders to 0.Saved Valpak over $50,000/year on packaging materials by sourcing to a local vendor.Value stream mapped entire processes and evaluated/improved for Lean Manufacturing compliance.Established a paper tracking forecast tool to accurately forecast any variations in supply or demand.Established Metrics reporting system down to the single employee level.Directed improvement initiatives in our SAP/APO based Planning and Scheduling system increasing the efficiency of the schedule to allow for Valpak to migrate more work to the new facility.

Transferred to Florida to help manage a $200 million project of recreating the manufacturing process, equipment and systems from scratch using Lean Principles. I was in charge of the design, training and implementation of the integrated systems for all shop floor processes. Significant AccomplishmentsDirected the total redesign of the manufacturing process support systems in 12 different software applications including SAP.Met all deliverables for project schedule on time and under budget.Trained in Lean Manufacturing PrinciplesTransferred knowledge to all relevant parties through training seminars, presentations, and on the job training.

Duties include managing a crew of 204 employees and nine Supervisors in the printing, inserting, shipping, receiving, warehousing and production of Valpak brand coupons and envelopes. Ongoing responsibilities include: Work scheduling, performance evaluations, budgeting, discipline, recruiting, staffing, training, problem solving and overall performance of the plant.Significant AccomplishmentsInserting productivity increase of 18% in 7 monthsHired and trained 6 Supervisors and 2 Production ManagersReduction of 25% in Labor/benefit costs in 14 months

Duties included managing a two-shift crew of thirty one employees and two coordinators in both the Graphics and the Warehousing department for a leader in the direct mail industry. Responsibilities included: adherence to schedule, purchasing supplies, performance evaluations, vendor interactions, safety, and ensuring productivity, quality and efficiency throughout the departments.Significant AccomplishmentsDecreased turnaround times in platemaking by 15%Developed & organized defect reduction committee for reprints

Duties included managing and assisting a crew of twenty-five merchandisers involved in the distribution of product of various outlets around the city. Ongoing responsibilities included: quality audits, performance reviews, customer interactions, maintaining payroll, responding to customer concerns, and insuring correct product placement. Significant AccomplishmentsHelped develop an incentive system to reward safety, quality and productivity.Improved overall delivery efficiency by 12%

Duties included managing a two department, sixty-four employee, two supervisor crew in the successful operations of the Audio and Packaging divisions. Ongoing responsibilities included scheduling temporary staffing, monitoring inventories, purchasing supplies, performance reviews, building security, overseeing quality control, and all personnel issues with second shift employees. Significant accomplishmentsCreated and established standards for employee absence policy.Improved quality monitoring system, leading to overall reduction of defects by 23%

Duties included supervising twenty employees in a door and window production line for the nation’s leading manufacturer of storm doors. Ongoing responsibilities included performance reviews, quality management, safety, and efficient scheduling to insure deadlines were met. Significant accomplishmentsMalcolm Baldridge Award team member.Helped create and implement employee progressive discipline policy.