Promoted to Manager of Global Quality and Engineering from Product Engineer. Led global technical team in designing, implementing, and optimizing quality and technical systems and processes within the International Textiles Supply Chain, spanning China, India, Southeast Asia, and the US, resulting in $120 MM/year revenues. Spearheaded the development and execution of innovative technical solutions to overcome operational challenges, ensuring seamless workflow and driving efficiency throughout the organization.Key Initiatives:• Pioneered the "Fulfillment Compression" capabilities, fully tooling three domestic facilities to provide compressed E-Commerce Fulfillment for several prominent retailers yielding over $1.2 MM in increased sales YOY. • Proactively led Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) investigations, identifying root causes, implementing effective solutions, and mitigating risk.• Prioritized engineering resources based on talent development and resource capacity, optimizing team performance, and enhancing productivity.• Maintained accountability for the function and performance of quality and technical systems, constantly striving for excellence and maintaining industry-leading standards.• Developed and successfully implemented CHB's first domestic automated sewing production cell.• Redesigned an extensive asset acquisition approach, conducting multiple capital asset validations in Europe and the US.• Introduced the textile engineering team to mechanical and materials science subjects, resulting in developing composite cushion fill options and using recycled materials.• Mentored and guided Chinese Quality Manager to elevate English proficiency from B1 to C1 level, effectively minimizing quality issues across sales, operational, and supply chain departments to ensure timely and complete deliveries.

Led a team of engineers, managers, and technicians to ensure the smooth operation of all facilities producing 900MM molded plastic containers for the beverage and pharmaceutical product sectors, resulting in annual plant revenues of +$80MM. Managed all aspects of equipment, facilities, and infrastructure maintenance to guarantee optimal performance and uninterrupted production. Implemented Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings.Key Initiatives:• Overhauled plant operational costing structure, improving labor, equipment, and production efficiencies resulting in +$2MM of increased profit yearly.• Completed a $2.3MM beverage production floor optimization project, replacing two obsolete container blow molding lines with modern equipment driving labor and production efficiency. Oversaw a robust budget of $1.9MM annually, effectively allocating resources to address maintenance needs and minimize downtime.• Managed annual capital allocation of $1.2MM, strategically investing in new technology and upgrades to support business growth and maintain competitive advantage.• Facilitated Kaizens focused on Energy Reduction, PM effectiveness, and Operational and Change Over Efficiencies.• Created a successful Facilities Engineering Intern Program, resulting in several participants now functioning as Sr. Level Engineers in multiple sectors.• Reduced MRO spare inventory from $1.1M to $730k through obsolescence management, plan inventory replenishment, and interplant consolidation.

Spearheaded the resolution of technical challenges and operational needs to enhance production efficiency, bolster production quality, and prioritize employee safety within an esteemed engineering team. Orchestrated and managed capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives, meticulously monitoring regulatory compliance and steadfastly upholding customer satisfaction.Key Initiatives:• Spearheaded the generation of a $150MM greenfield plant in Lewisville, Texas, overseeing the facilitation of infrastructure and equipment layout.• Successfully orchestrated the installation of state-of-the-art lipstick production lines and processing equipment at US and Chinese facilities.• Strategically optimized and reconfigured the value stream layout, resulting in labor savings exceeding $700k per year and an impressive increase of over 30MM units of annual volume.• Demonstrated keen problem-solving skills by identifying and implementing production capability enhancements, leading to the relocation of production to alternative lines and achieving yearly savings of $625k.

Led research and design efforts for new products, ensuring manufacturability and reliability. Implemented cutting-edge methodologies such as FMEA, Computational Fluid Analysis, and empirical testing to facilitate the development of innovative products and enhance homogenization processes. Oversaw all aspects of new product development, including compliance and performance testing, to ensure adherence to industry standards and customer expectations.Key Initiatives:• Led a high-performing engineering team in developing a cutting-edge, modular automated homogenization workstation, integrating a patented consumable product for comprehensive tissue sample preparation. • Successfully collaborated with a diverse range of product end users, including MD/Ph.D. scientists, pharmaceutical automation directors, and Ph.D. candidates, to design and customize automation workstations that aligned with specific research studies and production processes, complying with geographical regulations such as CE, UL, CSA, ISO, FDA, GMP/GLP, and OSHA. • Conducted thorough Root Cause Analysis and prepared comprehensive CAPA reports for all product defects, ensuring swift resolution and continuous improvement.

Contributed as a valuable process support management team member, actively enhancing packaging efficiency, quality, and safety by formulating sustainable strategies. Spearheaded equipment modifications and upgrades to optimize operations and achieve superior outcomes.Key Initiatives:• Successfully executed capital projects installing machine vision technology to identify can lid tab color, effectively eliminating the issue of mismatched lids in the product.• Implemented a groundbreaking stretch-wrapped ring safety catch system, mitigating the risk of injuries caused by ring failure. Recognized as a company-wide best practice, receiving accolades and commendations.