Process Improvement / Lean operation and EHS support

Manger, Maintenance / Tooling 2008-2011Manager, Manufacturing, 2006-2008Managed 60 union employees, with three supervisors directly reporting, in incorporating customer satisfaction in meeting delivery and quality requirements, as a primary goal.Produced products that met the Product Engineering Specifications required for full customer satisfaction.Improved on-time delivery from 65% up to 95%.Developed a process for revising the format of master schedule information, resulting in greater ease in supervision and planning, and encouraged managers to work as a team to resolve issues in meeting the goal of on-time delivery to the customers.; Elevated plant-wide quality awareness and assurance involving all of the facility's departments to provide quick response to production operation issues.Implemented a QC Leadership Group to evaluate customer complaints and develop corrective actions.Provided leadership for the EHS policies, by elevating the awareness and recognition of potential safety issues through employee training and positive (but firm) adherence to the EHS policy.Addressed employee issues with compassion and adherence to the labor contract agreement.

• Assisted in transforming the plant to cellular manufacturing and JIT production.• Utilized Six Sigma principles for cost savings in project processing.• Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles.• Recognized for proficiency in 3D CAD tool design, utilizing Kubotek KeyCreature program.• Developed expertise in tool/machine design, manual, pneumatic and hydraulic operation.