My career has been focused on creating Operational Excellence in manufacturing companies through the use and application of commercial and custom software in conjunction with refined business processes. I have the ability to see the “Big Picture” which helps me in process analysis as well as assists in prioritization of projects. I have a strong understanding of all business processes such as order to cash, procure to pay as well as the planning systems from forecasting/ master scheduling through procurement. I am an experienced project manager, leader and team player with strong work ethic and values. I enjoy complex challenges. At Exotic, I have proven successful in leading an organization through significant process restructuring during sustained growth periods resulting in improved efficiencies, accuracy and profitability. Most recently, I have helped the company refine processes during a downturn in the economy that helps us continue to maintain our excellent customer service and maximize our profitability even at reduced staffing levels. I am a confident presenter with adaptable delivery skills to a wide range of targeted audiences, including "C" level. I am able to explain the complex in simple terms. I currently manage a team of iSeries developers and Business Analysts with responsibility for all our business software including tier 2 help desk support, business process redesign, software integration and custom application development. Currently, we are working to implement a Scrum methodology in our team. Specialties: Deep and extensive knowledge of Infor XA ERP software including the Enterprise Integrator Development tool. I have been using XA as a customer and as a consultant for over 30 years.Business Process Analysis with a heavy focus on manufacturing, scheduling, data collection, inventory control, production planning, supply chain planning and customer service.Software implementations – proven experience in COTS (Commercial Off The Shelf) software ERP selection, negotiation and implementation. Have also sourced, negotiated, procured, integrated and implemented many third-party software solutions with our core ERP.Custom Software Development - proven experience with requirements gathering, process analysis and design, writing detailed programming specifications, unit and user testing and implementation. Building strong collaborative relationships with peers, key business engagement owners, other IT service owners, and business unitsIndustries - manufacturing, aerospace and defense, metal forming, job shop
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Sr. Director Of It - Business Relationship ManagementRev Group, Inc Jul 2022 - PresentBrookfield, Wisconsin, Us -
President - Xa User Group Of North AmericaInfor Xa User Group Jun 2020 - PresentCleveland, Oh, Us -
Vice President - Infor Xa User GroupInfor Xa User Group Apr 2016 - Jun 2020Cleveland, Oh, Us -
Business Process DirectorExotic Metals Forming, A Division Of Parker Aerospace Mar 2006 - Jul 2022Irvine, Ca, Us• Responsible for identifying and executing opportunities where technology or improved processes can enhance the business.• Work with President, IT and other key stakeholders to develop, prioritize and coordinate the execution of Business Improvement Projects. Work with key users to identify and document problems, affected departments, critical elements, proposed solutions and justification (ROI). • Hold or terminate projects that cannot be justified.• Negotiate with stakeholders to set project priorities.• Lead a team of programmers (both internal and external) and Business Analysts to complete the work on time and on budget while delivering the expected benefit stream.• Ensure the projects are properly documented including programming specifications, test scripts and training documents. • Serve as a liaison and conduit for information flow between the IT organization, Company Executives, business units, and other stakeholders regarding project priority and status.Over the past several years, I have led multi-department teams that have:•Replaced a traditional MRP/ CRP system with a Theory Of Constraints based scheduling tool. •Redesigned the entire order to cash cycle. Implemented an audit system to verify order entry accuracy. Implemented RF picking, packing and shipping with auto generated labels. Automated the ASN process.•Led a team that selected and implemented an online, electronic quality system to communicate inspection requirements, record results and create non-conformances and corrective actions. •Implemented a Supplier Portal.•Designed and Implemented a two step automated EDI system to evaluate and electronically load EDI data into our order entry system.•Replaced our shop floor data collection software.•Assisted in bringing up a remote manufacturing facility by ensuring our business processes would support multi-site collaborative manufacturing. -
Vice PresidentHoly Trinity Lutheran Church Jun 2011 - Jun 2014Voting member of the Church Council. Chair of the Finance Committee and the Long Range Planning Comittee. Responsible for budgets and church finances.
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Sr Manufacturing ConsultantInformation Systems Engineering Oct 1993 - Feb 2006Hartland, Wi, UsResponsible for presales consulting and demonstrating the MAPICS XA software. This included responding to RFP's, performing company walkthroughs, understanding the prospects business requirements, creating a demo database and demonstrating how the XA software would solve their business needs. After a successful sale, I often took part in the implementation and training of users on the new software. In addition, ISE also had a suite of Shop Floor MES software that they had written. I was responsible for the pre-sales consulting and demonstration of this software too. These pre-sales roles allowed me to interact through trade shows, internet demos and face to face presentations with customers around the world, from Mexico to Europe and Asia. -
Mis ManagerLabelle Industries Jul 1991 - Oct 1993Led the implementation of the MAPICS / DB ERP package. We consolidated our financials (which were running on a System 34 on MAPICS I) and our production (which was running on a Prime Computer system using ManFact by CompuFact) into the MAPICS / DB package running on an AS/400. I was tasked with training the users and redesigning business processes as needed to run on the new software. I was also responsible for ensuring the entire computer system (including the AS/400, the Novell Network and the PCs) were available as required by the business.
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Production Control PlannerLabelle Industries Jun 1989 - Jul 1991Through the scheduling and release of manufacturing orders, I was responsible for balancing our capacity while ensuring we met our customer request dates. In addition, I worked with the MIS Manager to document our requirements, create an RFQ, interview software vendors, participate in demonstrations and recommend to the board a new ERP software package. We ended up choosing MAPICS / DB from IBM.
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Jeff Eaton Education Details
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Uw Foster School Of BusinessExecutive Development Program -
University Of Wisconsin OshkoshOperations Management
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What company does Jeff Eaton work for?
Jeff Eaton works for Rev Group, Inc
What is Jeff Eaton's role at the current company?
Jeff Eaton's current role is Senior Director of IT.
What schools did Jeff Eaton attend?
Jeff Eaton attended Uw Foster School Of Business, University Of Wisconsin Oshkosh.
What skills is Jeff Eaton known for?
Jeff Eaton has skills like Erp, Process Improvement, Business Process, Manufacturing, Business Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Mrp, Lean Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management.
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