Leads cell/department activities and associates to ensure a quality product is produced safely, in time for delivery and within budgeted costs; key contributor to leading and managing change within the plant.Identifies daily production challenges and find solutions to prevent reoccurrence and meet production schedules.Serves as a link between associates and management and support associates through changes.Assists in developing and monitoring standardized work for direct reports and adhere to Leader Standard Work for your position.Holds daily cell meeting and set expectations for the day.Monitors production status hourly, remove bottlenecks and take corrective measures to ensure daily goals are met.Oversees continuous flow and materials delivery systems and work with associates to continuously improve the process.Develops associates to improve/expand skills and bench strength.Reviews production schedules and estimate associate hours to complete a job assignment.Interprets specifications and job orders for associates and delegate duties.Recommends measures and changes to improve production, equipment, product quality and working conditions.Initiates and/or suggests plans to motivate and enforce safety rules.

Manufacturer of seals, ducting, couplings and gaskets for the aerospace and racing industry. Vidalia, GA Manage 40 employees assembling parts per client requirements. Involved in hiring of new employees. Lead times in reducing work in progress by 40%. On time delivery improved by 50%. Currently at 95% to customer request. Reduced backlog by 100%. Sales improved by 30%. Ensures the plant environment is safe and follows all codes and regulations. Provides guidance and leadership while facilitating teamwork within the organization. Responsible for scheduling, quoting, and facility maintenance.

Responsibilities in the areas of leadership in a Lean Six Sigma Methodology environment coordinating and directing all operations of the facility. Leadership and direction in analyzing and developing solutions with regard to significant manufacturing issues, including, but not limited to, business planning, safety and environmental performance, associate relations, customer service, product quality, process and product development and continuous improvement. Effective communication and organizational skills with an analytical approach associated with results-orientated goals.

Trained manufacturing associates in proper manufacturing techniques, such as Demand Flow Technology and Lean Six Sigma in areas of metal fabrication, welding, powder coating, assembly and coil/tube in a Just in Time work environment. Audited for Safety and Health compliance; participated in safety responses and investigations. Maintained and reported metrics to track safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery of products. Assured schedules were met and production issues addressed in a timely and complete manner. Supervised 7 departments to provide high-quality products to internal and external customers. Adjusted staffing needs through utilizing contract labor.

Accountable for planning directing and managing 6 supervisors and 120 people in both finishing departments to achieve quality, production, and delivery goals, while ensuring the maintenance of machines, a safe work environment and good employee morale. Performed duties of plant chemical control officer. Managed a $2,000,000 yearly budget with emphasis on controlling salaries and chemical and machinery parts inventories to within a 5% variance.