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Greenville, Nc, Us

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Ca

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Ca

Avon Lake, Ohio, Us

Directed cross-functional teams across 2 US locations with a workforce of 275 employees in achieving set target goals, encompassing both production and engineering functions. Oversaw performance metrics and crafted detailed reporting on SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment), Quality, Morale, and Cost outcomes. Orchestrated multifaceted global and local initiatives, including new product launches and equipment enhancements. Collaborated closely with R&D and project engineering divisions to actualize capacity augmentation projects.• Navigated through the Covid pandemic and company divestment, ensuring 100% customer order fulfillment.• Realized annual savings and revenue enhancements through strategic cost-efficiency and capacity optimization initiatives.• Surpassed established benchmarks across SHE and cost-saving metrics consistently.• Fostered cross-departmental collaborations, driving significant operational efficiency improvements.

Heerlen, Limburg, Nl

Directed cross-functional teams across 2 US locations with a workforce of 275 employees in achieving set target goals, encompassing both production and engineering functions. Oversaw performance metrics and crafted detailed reporting on SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment), Quality, Morale, and Cost outcomes. Orchestrated multifaceted global and local initiatives, including new product launches and equipment enhancements. Collaborated closely with R&D and project engineering divisions to actualize capacity augmentation projects.• Navigated through the Covid pandemic and company divestment, ensuring 100% customer order fulfillment.• Realized annual savings and revenue enhancements through strategic cost-efficiency and capacity optimization initiatives.• Surpassed established benchmarks across SHE and cost-saving metrics consistently.• Fostered cross-departmental collaborations, driving significant operational efficiency improvements.

Heerlen, Limburg, Nl

Engaged with cross-regional teams to address operational challenges and streamline recovery procedures. Delivered technical expertise to production units during critical issues. Curated and streamlined documentation pertinent to component design and application. Supervised engineering talent across diverse disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, and chemical arenas.• Amplified production output by 20% through strategic problem resolution and rapid recovery tactics.• Conducted comprehensive root cause evaluations, identifying and rectifying key process inefficiencies.• Pioneered process enhancements, leveraging DMAIC, Lean, and 6 Sigma frameworks, resulting in significant operational improvements.• Spearheaded recruitment and placement of a high caliber engineering team, leading to optimized process outcomes.

Heerlen, Limburg, Nl

Oversaw daily operations and spearheaded enhancement projects within the facilities. Collaborated closely with R&D divisions to facilitate product development and market introduction. Ensured clear communication and alignment on project goals. Conducted routine evaluations of manufacturing processes to maintain product quality and efficiency.• Successfully launched innovative products, resulting in substantial new market penetration.• Championed Six Sigma and Lean initiatives, achieving significant waste reduction and operational efficiency improvements.

Heerlen, Limburg, Nl

Production support for nylon polymer chip, caprolactum flake, and ammonium sulfate. Activities included maintenance activities, improvement projects, and daily support/interaction. Transferred to DSM Dyneema due to economic downturn.

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

Oversaw daily operations, maintenance, and production of calcium hypochlorite. Additional activities included Hazmat calls off site, customer complaints, and sales interactions. Limited involvement in other areas of production including chlorine and caustic.

Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, Us

Worked on development and testing for the Sirius multigas detector with PID which is currently used in industry.

Interned at Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel with GE Betz working on waste water treatment within 3 of the steel mill/coke plant facilities