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Orlando, Florida, Us

Reading, Pa, Us

As Director of Operations, I’m responsible for leading daily multi-site operations for 3 manufacturing plants. In this role, I deliver leadership across Operations, Planning/Scheduling, Quality Systems, Environment Health & Safety, and Lean Manufacturing. I also focus on implementing best practices and strategies for ensuring safe and efficient use of machine and labor resources to positively impact both top and bottom-line results by reducing overall operating costs and increasing capacity without additional capital investment. Key contributions include: • Implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction by reducing lead-times and increasing product quality• Developed and incorporated plant floor MES across 2 facilities to successfully drive a 10-15% increase in OEE• Centralized production scheduling and implemented new S&OP process to reduce inventories and lead-times• Reduced workers compensation premiums by 13% while reducing OSHA recordable injury rates by approx. 50%

St. Louis, Mo, Us

I provided leadership as Director of Technology & Product Management overseeing Program Management, Product Management, and Customer Support teams. In this position, I focused on ensuring new business was launched into manufacturing plants on-time, on-budget, and at required quality levels. I also maintained responsibility for forecasting, product pricing, product line P&L, and trademark/patent filings in collaboration with Legal Department. In addition, I managed Lean projects across the business unit to drive continuous improvement. Key contributions included: • Developed and successfully launched new products in production facilities driving top and bottom-line revenue growth• Collaborated cross-functionally in developing a new product launch system reducing the overall time to market by 25%• Designed and implemented KPI tracking system for Program Managers to drive both collaboration and accountability• Drove improvements, including reducing quote lead times 15% and increasing program profitability by an average 12%• Integrated Customer Support Engineers into RCCA process to drive timely customer feedback and reduce claims 10%

St. Louis, Mo, Us

As Senior Plant Manager, I was responsible for managing 2 production facilities, with one facility producing heavy gage roll-stock and other facility producing light gage roll-stock and thermoforming packaging products. This role involved overseeing plant budgets, P&L, Operations, Quality Management, Environment Health & Safety, Human Resources, and Customer Services. I also med management to ensure plants operated efficiently while meeting and exceeding corporate financial goals. Key contributions included:• Met and exceeded metrics & KPIs, including EBITDA, OSHA Injury Rate, OEE, Customer Quality, On-Time Shipping• Continually improved operations and processes, including developing a new KPI tracking system to increase OEE 18%• Rationalized the production schedule resulting in achieving an overall labor savings of approximately 26% per month• Developed and implemented effective process controls leading to achieving lowest customer return rate in the division

St. Louis, Mo, Us

I provided leadership as Plant Manager responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a 24/7 heavy gage extrusion plant. In this role, I recruited and trained new management staff focused on driving positive performance within the plant. I also managed key CAPEX projects to upgrade production facility and equipment. I focused on optimizing production process to eliminate waste, reduce labor, and increase OEE. Additionally, I improved daily operations, including implementing a new KPI reporting system to drive shop floor productivity. Key contributions include: • Turned around facility and achieved financial, safety, and human resource goals by developing new team & processes• Implemented behavior-based safety (BBS) program resulting in zero recordable injuries across 2 consecutive years• Collaborated cross-functionally within the facility to organize and coordinate the successful implementation of SAP• Increased OEE performance from 53% to 75%; on-time delivery from 89% to 96%; reduced employee turnover 40%

Greer, Sc, Us

I served as Plant Manager responsible for leading all aspects of manufacturing operations, including Human Resources, Full P&L, Engineering, Materials, Production Management, Quality, Logistics, and Customer Service. This role involved management of an injection molding facility, off-site warehouse and assembly production. Focused on maximizing plant safety through implementation of proactive strategies & structured training. I also implemented Lean practices, including 6-S, visual management, MES, and pull system. Key contributions included: • Increased OEE from 65% to 81%; improved on-time delivery from 92% to 99%; reduced overall labor expenses by 12%• Successfully managed a multi-million-dollar plant refurbishment, including offices, production equipment, and exterior

Greer, Sc, Us

I provided leadership as Senior Program Manager responsible for managing critical injection molding medical device programs. In this role, I communicated directly with customers to identify business needs and requirements. I also coordinated with project stakeholders to assess progress and incorporate adjustments. Key contributions include: • Maintained and upgraded all project-related documents to ensure policy compliance• Implemented and incorporate best practices and strategies to achieve 100% on-time and on-budget launch performance• Successfully increased overall program profitability by approximately 60% by implementing rigorous financial controls

Aurora, Ontario, Ca

As Senior Program Manager, I was responsible for design, development, and launch of global automotive programs (injection molding/paint/assembly). In this role, I gained global experience working in Germany, Japan, China, and South Korea. Recognized as VA/VE Cost Savings Leader for 3 consecutive years (2007 to 2010). Overall, I achieved 100% on-time and on-budget program launch performance.

Houston, Texas, Us

I provided technical support for automotive injection molding customers using A. Schulman TPO, TPU, and PP materials. This position involved working with commercial leaders aligning strategy with the company mission. In addition, I launched multiple automotive injection molding programs.

Plastics Engineering Technology

Associate Of Arts (Aa), Business Administration And Management, General