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Waukesha, Wi, Us

M&A, strategic enterprise growth, global operational footprint rationalization, advanced manufacturing technologies.

Waukesha, Wi, Us

Led $900MM durable goods operation including supply chain, engineering, quality, production and continuous improvement. Experience in corporate matrix / multi-business unit operational environment, extensive leadership of large scale M&A and rapid business growth, global footprint strategy/consolidation and remote operations leadership. Relentless focus on continuous improvement, product quality, cost and global supply chain performance. Deep understanding of leadership principles, valued development of high performing teams. Regular presentation of executive level operational performance materials to company leadership, highly detailed, accurate and professional.

Waukesha, Wi, Us

Responsible for manufacturing in company’s engine powered consumer products division. Developed and aligned strategic direction of business unit, cascading enterprise level initiatives through the use of policy deployment. Interface directly with major US retail customers illustrating manufacturing capability and competitive advantage. Integral member of sales forecast and planning teams. Working knowledge of division’s domestic and international supply chain. Devoted to personal growth and development of all team members; promoting individual interests and career plans.

Waukesha, Wi, Us

Leadership of seamless integration in manufacturing operations due to acquisition, recognized globally for agility in M&A project leadership while maintaining core manufacturing operations (safety, quality, continuous improvement, engineering, maintenance and facilities). Led the implementation of Lean (Demand Flow Technology) manufacturing principles including process design, materials replenishment (PFEP) and advanced quality systems (APQP, PFMEA, DFM). Developed long term (3-year) strategy for conversion from purchased to manufactured components, including development of new core manufacturing competencies.

Waukesha, Wi, Us

Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles in start-up business unit. Initiated 5S program including formal auditing and improvement recognition, chartered the start-up and implementation of daily management walks (Gemba), standardized process documentation and work breakdown procedures, installed preventative maintenance software (MP2) along with total productive and predictive maintenance programs. Realized double-digit improvements in labor efficiency and work center utilization within 6 months.

Fort Atkinson, Wi, Us

Oversight of technical support functions including controls/automation, manufacturing engineering, tool and die, maintenance and facilities along with EH&S for $150M ETO/CTO sheet metal manufacturing operation. Selected for enterprise level project leadership including ERP system selection/implementation, revised costing methodology for award of government contracts. Integral member of business leadership team chartered with development and implementation of multi-business unit, focused-factory operating model.

Southfield , Michigan, Us

Managed successful launch of GMT-900 vehicle platform. Led implementation of highly automated manufacturing process and conveyance, including robotics, RFID technology, serial traceability, AS/RS systems, material delivery AGV's, advanced MES and communication solutions, along with associated visual factory outputs. Experience integrating / maintaining cobotic automation solutions. Drove relentless continuous improvement activities, implementing innovative solutions that reduced product cost and became best practice across vehicle platforms. Achieved Six sigma green belt certification. Member of UAW Local 95 labor management board.

Southfield , Michigan, Us

Programmed, maintained, and optimized automation, assembly fixtures, and robotic handling devices in a multi-shift, 900 operator JIT automotive environment. Implemented multiple cost reduction initiatives selected for adoption by GMT800 truck chassis plants in US, Mexico and Canada through corporate managed best practice programs.

Valcourt, Qc, Ca

Manufacturing engineer assigned to product test, final assembly, paint, e-coatings and machining. Partnered with Sugino-US in development of submerged, robotic cleaning technology for complex lost-foam cast engine components. Led implementation of Business-Pro, pre-determined labor standards system throughout 800,000 sq. ft. vertically integrated outboard marine engine manufacturing operation; worked closely with FP&A on program roll-out, labor cost sensitivity and standard cost rolls while generating go-forward make vs. buy analyses.