Le Roy Howe Email & Phone Number

Hickory, Nc, Us

North Carolina, United States

I overhauled application reports by transforming static, visually unappealing reports into dynamic, interactive tools that facilitate quick problem-solving. I addressed user frustrations by gathering customer feedback through meetings to define clear requirements for enhanced reports and dashboards. By implementing visually engaging updates, I provided deeper insights and increased operational effectiveness. This resulted in improved user productivity, reduced development costs, and heightened customer satisfaction.

North Carolina, United States

As a Production Transformation Leader, I enhanced production efficiency by 17% and decreased resource consumption by 10% through the integration of ERP, Events, MES, and OEE data into a unified reporting platform. I developed custom data transformations that integrated all sources and created a real-time root cause event engine for equipment downtime, facilitating proactive maintenance and improved uptime. By standardizing production practices across multiple plants, I ensured consistent performance and optimized resource utilization.

North Carolina, United States

I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with and successfully delivering projects for a wide array of global B2B partners, including Kraft Heinz, Nestle, Unilever, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Cargill, Mondelez, Toyota, GM, Fonterra, and many more. Each engagement has been a chance to tailor solutions to the unique needs of these industry leaders, ensuring impactful results and strong, ongoing relationships.In my role in Manufacturing Line Integrator, I developed Rapid, a comprehensive plant floor solution that integrates production lines, PLCs, HMIs, and OEE tracking for centralized control and actionable insights. I tailored Rapid to specific operational needs, ensuring an intuitive user experience. By implementing advanced functionalities such as bottleneck detection, root cause analysis, load balancing, rework tracking, standardized PLC code, and self-service reporting, I significantly improved efficiency. The successful launch of Rapid reduced implementation time by 50% and increased line availability by 20%.I developed an Energy OEE Application that unified disparate data sources and applications through seamless device discovery. I defined requirements, conducted rigorous demo testing, optimized data storage, and deployed the application on-site with a versatile report engine supporting all devices. This effort achieved real-time insights, boosting availability to over 90% and optimizing energy usage across all production levels. This application became the core of an innovative cloud-based product initiative.

North Carolina, United States

As a consultant, I specialize in optimizing operations by integrating diverse applications into cohesive solutions. I conduct on-site visits to understand customer needs and business drivers, formulating and delivering high-impact, data-driven insights using industry-leading IoT platforms. I have successfully increased customer investment by showcasing the tangible value of integrated solutions. By cultivating strong customer relationships and enhancing satisfaction through proactive problem-solving and effective management of integration challenges, I have consistently driven positive outcomes.In my role with Business Value POCs, I showcased the value of OEE to industrial customers through rapid, focused projects that addressed past implementation challenges. I provided same-day proofs of concept via detailed consultations and immediate deployment of OEE projects. By streamlining the process, I reduced the sales cycle for performance-based solutions from 12-24 months to under 30 days. This approach led to a 95% close rate and the establishment of a new integrator program.

North Carolina, United States

With over 15 years of experience in technology leadership, I’m passionate about driving efficiency through innovative solutions. I excel in problem-solving and lead by example, leveraging my expertise as a software trainer, business unit technology consultant, and plant floor system integrator. I’m a highly motivated, self-driven professional committed to optimizing workflows and delivering impactful results.

Hickory/Lenoir, North Carolina Area

As a Software Specialist with extensive experience supporting Rockwell Software products, I’ve successfully boosted sales by delivering impactful product demonstrations that showcase customer value.

Claremont Nc

I quickly advanced to IT leadership, overseeing 22 plants across the US and Canada while reporting directly to the Senior Vice President. Managed a $4M budget and led an 18-person cross-functional team on integrated manufacturing projects. Trained in Six Sigma.Delivered a $500K BAAN conversion from UNIX to Windows within four months and under budget.Provided comprehensive desktop, network, and enterprise application support prior to SAP rollout.Deployed the Maximo maintenance management system in 1999, saving $1.4M over two years by centralizing ordering, reducing plant inventory, and enhancing plant availability through web reporting.Implemented a plant floor monitoring system featuring OEE, SPC, and production reports accessible via a web portal.Upgraded plant blending operations, improving system availability and throughput, and enabling detailed historical batch reporting for active batch comparison with standard specifications.

Kendallville, In

I managed all IS operations for 950 employees across three plants, overseeing payroll systems (Kronos, ADP), network infrastructure, and plant floor systems with a dedicated team of three.System administration and help desk support for 225 network users, managing one Exchange 5.x server, five Windows NT 4.x servers, and one Windows NT 4.x plant floor server.Installed Wonderware Industrial SQL Server to capture and manage plant floor data in real time.Planned and implemented the MP2 Enterprise computerized maintenance management system.Integrated various components into a cohesive digital plant-floor system, showcasing advanced problem-solving skills and extensive knowledge of diverse systems.Organized plant data for easy access through a local web server.Developed programs to streamline paperwork and labor, significantly enhancing data accessibility and operational efficiency.

Bath Ny

I reported directly to the Controller, providing support to over 1,400 users across three business units with a team of two.Managing 11 servers, including Windows NT, Novell 4.1x, and an AS/400 running MAPICS.Overseeing three email systems: Exchange, Lotus Notes Domino, and Groupwise.Achieved $150,000 in cost savings by transferring 40 years of plant and research data from warehouse storage to CD-ROM.

Wyalusing, Pa

I managed the wide-area corporate network for a $980 million private meat producer with 1,400 employees, reporting directly to the Corporate Information Systems Director and leading a team of four.Supporting seven servers and an AS/400 system for 220 users across two offices.Developing, deploying, and supporting a highly successful UPC/barcoding plant floor system.

Walton Ny

I oversaw accounting and IT functions at a dairy plant that produced 83.5 million pounds of products annually. Reporting to the Operations Manager, I led a team of five and was responsible for:Supporting two servers, the administrative network, plant floor systems, and an AS/400 system for 100 users.Enhancing production efficiency by integrating advanced technology into plant operations.

Ithaca, New York Area

I managed accounting functions and oversaw wide area network administration and programming for a $10 million non-profit health organization, reporting directly to the CFO. My role involved:Providing network administration, custom programming, and facilitating month-end reporting processes.Establishing the initial WAN connecting seven sites and supporting four servers for 100 users.