Dedicated quality leader responsible for the continuous improvement of safety, quality and manufacturing processes, as well as the implementation, effectiveness, and improvement of the Quality System all while helping the most amazing team in the world build awesome fire trucks!

Supporting the amazing Frontline Communications team that builds the most incredible Command Center trucks, custom conversion broadcast and critical response vehicles, and simulation shelters for defense and aerospace!Full P&L and budget responsibilityOversee manufacturing scheduling and process conformanceDirect engineering, purchasing, and finance teams to meet corporate and customer objectivesDevelop and implement a successful people first culture focused on engagement at all levels of the organization

Initiate and maintain relationships with manufacturersAssesses manufacturing challenges and opportunitiesIdentify continuous improvement consulting and training solutionsManage projects and ensure client satisfaction Develop and manage third party resourcesParticipate in service development and process improvement teams

Plant Manager for a world class supplier of automotive and heavy truck hydraulic brakes hose, tubes, and tubing assemblies. Flexitech's Bloomington , IL facility has received three GM Supplier of the Year awards, three consecutive GM supplier quality excellence awards, and has been recognized by several OEM and Tier One automotive suppliers for delivery and quality excellence. I am focused on continuous improvement as a way of business survival and life. Kindness, courtesy, and professionalism at all times are cherished business virtues that should never be confused for weakness. My primary goal is to develop those who work with me to their highest level. I am a reflection of the talented professionals on my team.Global Director of Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety, and Continuous Improvement (D.R.I.V.E). Global responsibility for quality system implementation, TS16949 corporate certification, common metrology methods, corrective and preventive actions, and international internal audit team. Global EH&S implementation and oversight, including ISO14001 and OHSAS 18001. Global Continuous Improvement oversight including 6 Sigma, Major/Minor Kaizen, the Production Preparation Process (3P), Lean Manufacturing and 5S, and global best practices.

Direct and indirect material purchasing. Program development and launch. Supplier development and quality planning. APQP, PPAP and supplier certification. Experience with machining, stamping, cold forming, plating, coating, rubber extrusion, injection molding. International supplier development, focusing in China and Europe.

Implementation and development of quality systems (ISO & TS), measurements systems, and process control methods. Development of effective problem solving methodologies and training programs. International supplier development, including China and Europe. Development of customer support network, and launch of OEM programs, exceeding all customer specific requirements. Customers include, GM, Navistar, Ford, Chrysler, Subaru, Honda, BMW, and Fiat.

Manager of the Research and Development Quality Action Center.

Current and past model field performance analysis and corrective action.

Technical service engineer and team leader, providing vehicle and system diagnostic assisstance to Ford dealerships nationwide.

Parts and service operations consultant for Ford dealerships on the gulf coast of Florida.

Resolved customer concerns in the Ford Customer Assistance Center.

Service tecnician will particpating in the cooperative ASSET program sponsored by Ford Motor Company