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Saint Paul, Mn, Us

Medina, Minnesota, Us

- Indian Motorcycle, Slingshot, Off Road SxS | Polaris RZR, Polaris General, Polaris Xpedition

Medina, Minnesota, Us

Greenfield Vietnam Manufacturing Facility from Concept to Commercialization:- Led Project to launch first Polaris APAC 14.2k sqm Greenfield Manufacturing Facility for Motorcycles and Powertrain- Managed a $36M budget to drive $XM run-rate savings and enable a long-term, strategic manufacturing position / future expansionCross-Functional Leadership & Global Perspective:- Cross-functional leader responsible for 17 Workstreams, performance monitoring, risk mitigation, and executive communication- Strategic Talent Management for direct reports including budgets, recruitment, performance reviews- Significant International and Domestic Travel, across sites and time zones, cross-culturally with Asia, Europe, and USAStrategic Business Planning:- Developed business cases and data-driven strategies to respond to Plant Network Optimization priorities and Lean Insourcing- Responsible for manufacturing facility launch and product transfer best practice standardsProject Management Office (PMO) -- Central Operations & Manufacturing

Medina, Minnesota, Us

Motorcycle Manufacturing Assembly Line (Vietnam Joint Venture):- Designed, developed, and executed 3000 sq. ft. motorcycle manufacturing assembly line expansion at international joint venture to support $7 million project savings- Optimized processes, managed a $2.55 million budget, and implemented Systematic Layout Planning- Orchestrated equipment deployment, automation, and line supportInternational Quality Assurance Project (Belgium):- Led a high-impact project in Belgium across +131 Motorcycles to enable $200k EMEA strategic sales goals- Managed direct reports, quality standards, processes, equipment compliance, and effective communications.Continuous Improvement (Marine, Elkhart, IN):- Leveraged Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies to increase throughput for Marine Business operationsProject Management Office (PMO) -- Central Operations & Manufacturing

Medina, Minnesota, Us

Document Control System Implementation:- Developed and implemented a comprehensive site-wide Document Control System- Streamlined processes for assembly and machining operations- Ensured accurate documentation and version controlQuality Management System (QMS) Support:- Collaborated on site-wide QMS initiatives in maintain high-quality standards- Facilitated change management processesOperations Development Program (ODP) Rotation 3 -- Machining & Die Casting Manufacturing

Medina, Minnesota, Us

SQDC Performance Metrics:- Achieved exceptional performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost during line start-up and new product launch for ProStar 2.0L 4cyl engine for Slingshot and select RZR UTVsLeadership and Collaboration:- Inspired collaboration and fostered accountability among +28 direct reports- Ensured continuous improvement and leveraged operator expertise for smooth operationsOperations Development Program Rotation 2 -- Powertrain (Engine) Manufacturing

Medina, Minnesota, Us

Motorcycle Program Support (New Production Introduction):- Supported the manufacturing launch of Level 3 (new platform) motorcycle program- Engaged in gate reviews, PFEP, station readiness, ERD audits, and fixture design/implementationQuality Assurance Project:- Orchestrated a high-impact, cross-functional project- Enabled $450k in sales across +300 units during a critical vehicle launch- Regularly communicated with executives to ensure project successBusiness Case & Technology Implementation:- Spearheaded the first Quality Vision System with a Cobot at Spirit Lake Plant to enhance operational efficiency- Successfully closed ~23 high severity / low detection PFMEA itemsOperations Development Program Rotation 1 - Motorcycle Manufacturing

Wayzata, Minnesota, Us

Sourcing Strategy and Savings:- Developed and executed a sourcing strategy for a $4.48 million base spend, resulting in $1.18 million in savings- Leveraged strategic category management, effective negotiation, and tactical bid eventsCategory Consolidation:- Successfully managed a $1.2 million base spend by consolidating the packaging category- Collaborated with internal stakeholders and business units to streamline processesContract Improvement Project:- Led a continuous improvement initiative to update contracts in collaboration with Data, Sourcing, and International Execution Teams- Ensured contract accuracy and alignment with business objectives

Hamel, Mn, Us

Manufacturing Engineering:- Generated, implemented, and redlined technical drawings for production- Rectified nonconformance and improved production processes- Collaborated cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Materials Teams

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Manufacturing Systems Engineering

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Industrial Engineering (Bsie)