Manufacture Production Lead• Directed all aspects of production operations, including scheduling, resourceallocation, and notifying quality control.• Managed production demands with a focus on efficiency and absorption.Maintained a 100% on-time delivery to the customer.• Led and motivated a team of skilled professionals to meet production targetswhile maintaining high efficiency and quality standards.• Organized and executed pilot builds on manufacturing updates. Trained MFGtechs on updates and new building techniques.• Streamlined and automated numerous metrics and existing processes, aswell as designed new process flows and SOPs• Worked with Quality, Sales, Service, and Purchasing. Collaborated withEngineering to develop the next generation of products.• Responsible for the closing down of manufacturing. Led manufacturingknowledge transfer and material transfer to replacement sites.• Developed and executed plan for 5-year Service replacement part inventory.

• Oversaw the assembly and quality control of custom ceramic lamps andchandeliers, ensuring adherence to specifications and standards.• Managed inventory levels and procurement processes to support leanproduction.• Coordinated with sales and customer service departments to addresscustomer inquiries and ensure timely delivery and installation of orders.• Collaborated with design and engineering teams to prototype new productsand refine assembly procedures

• Directed fretwork operations for USA-made and custom shop instruments,maintaining the highest level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.•• Supervised a team of skilled technicians, providing training, guidance, andperformance feedback to ensure consistent quality and efficiency.• Operation, maintenance, and updating of Plek machine.

• Initial setup of all instruments at boutique electric bass workshop: installinghardware, hand fretwork, and fabrication of nuts from raw materials.• Operation, maintenance, and updating of Plek machine.• Wood selection and fabrication of pickup covers for custom instruments.• Arranged daily and weekly schedules, managed workflow, and ensuredquality control for the finish and setup departments while coordinating withother departments.