Kyle Ehrman Email & Phone Number

• 30 plus years experience as a continuous improvement Leader, Mentor, Assistant Plant manager, Manufacturing Process leader, Production Mentor with related production and craftsman experience.•

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  Continuous Improvement Lead

  Aquaphoenix Scientific

  2017 - Present - Hanover, Pa

  PROFESSIONAL WORK HISTORY:2017-Project Manager, Continuous Improvement Lead, AquaPhoenix Scientific1991 to 2017 Design and Print Manager, York WallcoveringsDirected companywide design and print operations for a national manufacturer of wallcoverings products and accessories.Maintained direct responsibility for four separate printing areas assuming direct responsibility for process management, project review and final project delivery.Conceived and implemented multiple design and process improvement programs that significantly enhanced overall operational efficiencies.Developed new line concepts and improved Make Ready Time resulting in operational cost savings in excess of $1 million.Consulted senior management and third-party advisers on various operational strategies necessary to improve process performance, reduce equipment downtime and improve operating margins.Assistant Plant ManagerSupervised up to 25 management and staff level production personnel responsible for producing annual revenues in excess of $250 million.Managed comprehensive plant operations assuming direct responsibility for production, maintenance, quality control and related operational activities.Supported plant printing equipment additions and related staffing requirements necessary to upgrade manufacturing capabilities.Developed and implemented strategic operating plans focusing on budget management, production planning, cost controls and capital asset maintenance.Directed employee management initiatives as necessary to control overtime labor and instituted employee training programs designed to optimize workforce efficiencies.Instituted multiple Best Practice Program Methodologies with an emphasis on shop floor organization and plant cleanliness/safety initiatives.

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  Spring Grove Area High School

  Diploma