• Manage and oversee all production personnel and related activities to ensure the satisfaction of targets related to safety, quality, delivery, quantity, and cost; responsible for managing the production area by establishing targets with the overall aim of optimizing processes as well as minimizing bottlenecks and downtime.• Monitor and evaluate department operating results in comparison to business plan.• Plan, select, design and implement manufacturing methods and processes through… Show more • Manage and oversee all production personnel and related activities to ensure the satisfaction of targets related to safety, quality, delivery, quantity, and cost; responsible for managing the production area by establishing targets with the overall aim of optimizing processes as well as minimizing bottlenecks and downtime.• Monitor and evaluate department operating results in comparison to business plan.• Plan, select, design and implement manufacturing methods and processes through continuous improvement and lean manufacturing techniques; monitor and audit processes for compliance and effectiveness.• Identify internal process issues and work with internal and external teams to develop and implement solutions; ensure corrective actions are documented and implemented for any applicable nonconformance.• Work with internal manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, program/launch management in addition to outside suppliers/contractors to support business development, capacity, and continuity.• Identify tools/equipment needs and organizational skill requirements, assess gaps in key skill areas and capacity, implement strategy to close the gaps and strengthen the organization and overall equipment efficiency (OEE); review performance of personnel and provide tools for direct reports to achieve goals and receive plant support (in terms of personnel, equipment, training, deviations signoff, etc.).• Coordinate preventative maintenance schedules with maintenance department; notify maintenance and senior management of faulty machinery, parts, and fixtures and/or safety concerns. Show less

Employing principles of effective technical/engineering management to include: process management, problem recognition, root cause analysis, and Lean Manufacturing.Directly supervise Process Engineers, Shift Supervisors, and operators over three 8 hour shifts.Provide leadership and direction on all aspects of managing assigned capital programs including assigning, monitoring and reviewing the work performed by direct reports and others. Ensure that work is appropriately delegated… Show more Employing principles of effective technical/engineering management to include: process management, problem recognition, root cause analysis, and Lean Manufacturing.Directly supervise Process Engineers, Shift Supervisors, and operators over three 8 hour shifts.Provide leadership and direction on all aspects of managing assigned capital programs including assigning, monitoring and reviewing the work performed by direct reports and others. Ensure that work is appropriately delegated, resourced and completed timely.Responsible for implementing and leading capital investment projects that help drive development and growth through “out of the box” engineering solutions. Show less

Instrumental in the development of production-scale 5-axis Laser Cladding, 6-axis Waterjet, 7-axis EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining), and 5-axis Grinder processes. Effectively improved the quality and capabilities by using efficient production planning for gas turbine engine blade build up and repair. Frequently went beyond the scope of duties to contribute to the 3D design of new part fixtures and machining components.Constantly conducted test trials to determine capabilities… Show more Instrumental in the development of production-scale 5-axis Laser Cladding, 6-axis Waterjet, 7-axis EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining), and 5-axis Grinder processes. Effectively improved the quality and capabilities by using efficient production planning for gas turbine engine blade build up and repair. Frequently went beyond the scope of duties to contribute to the 3D design of new part fixtures and machining components.Constantly conducted test trials to determine capabilities and processing limits for multi-axis Waterjet, Laser Cladding, and EDM Drill machines.Energetically administered training and production demonstrations to new employees and customers.Continuously found ways to improve old processes with new innovations. Show less