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Atlanta, Ga, Us

- Deployed New Product Introduction (NPI) platform for enabling flawless execution. Designed ClickUp-based Agile ITIL 4 Change Management system in to manage issues. Project manager for successful ERP SAP B1 with EDI integrations. Optimized Order-to-Cash processes using JIRA platform and DMAIC methodologies, preparing for SAP B1 upgrade.- Managed Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) for medical device manufacturers following FDA audits. Deployed a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) & developed a program to improve Test & Measurement compliance with Maximo EAM.- Completed a scale-up and technical assessment for an innovative shear extrusion process developed by Pacific Northwest National Labs, demonstrating my rapid learning ability and providing crucial recommendations for a Deep Tech startup.

Sandy Springs, Georgia, Us

In my role as Vice President of Operations at Artelon, overseeing Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Advanced Operations and Facilities, I successfully insourced production of FLEXBAND, the company's flagship product. I scaled supply and production, and managed a project to select and renovate facilities to support long-term growth. This resulted in removing dependency on third-party manufacturing. Ultimately, this demonstrated the business viability and led to its acquisition by Stryker.

Buford, Ga, Us

I spearheaded the commercialization of new products, improved product reliability, and streamlined production operations achieving over 20% year-over-year revenue growth. Leading a multi-disciplinary team of 45 personnel across Production, Supply Chain, NPD, Sustaining Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Agile teams, we achieved remarkable results.By instituting a Make-to-Stock strategy and Daily Stand-Up meetings, we removed production abnormalities in product design and component supply, resulting in a twofold increase in capacity. Additionally, I developed a Strategic Portfolio to rationalize and prioritize projects, optimizing available resources and reducing the initial 95 active projects to a manageable 60.

Osaka, Jp

As the Senior Manager of Test & Evaluation at Kubota, I was responsible for ensuring Outdoor Power Equipment products met specifications and regulations, managing test facilities, and enforcing EH&S policies. My primary objective was to ensure the transfer of product testing knowledge from Japanese expatriates to US-based employees. This was accomplished through collaborative translation and validation of test procedures. Additionally, I created a training KPI and roadmap to achieve 100% compliance. As a result, I was entrusted to lead the co-location of multiple departments to a new $85M, 280-acre state-of-the-art R&D facility (KRDNA), significantly improving our testing capabilities and supporting long-term innovation.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Us

In my role as Director of Global Product Engineering at Arconic, I was responsible for leading the technical development of new and existing architectural systems. I standardized processes, tools, and platforms for the Global Engineering organization, resulting in significant improvements in project timelines and delivery. By restructuring the organization, we achieved increased design capacity and a 22% revenue increase from new products.

Wilmington, Delaware, Us

In my role as Director of Operational Excellence at Exide Technologies, I spearheaded the development and deployment of a comprehensive strategy aimed at achieving a $32MM P&L impact through CAPEX deployment, Continuous Improvement, Reliability Excellence, efficiency and waste reduction projects. I managed a team of 5 OpEx Leaders and 17 plant Lean Leaders, ensuring alignment and execution of key initiatives.Additionally, I sponsored an enterprise-wide MES to support an OEE improvement strategy.Served as a hands-on leader for a new Punched Grid facility to improve product quality and cost competitiveness.Standardized and deployed enterprise-wide Performance Monitoring (KPIs) for board-level and monthly Quality Management System (QMS) reporting.

Wilmington, Delaware, Us

Promoted to Strategic Portfolio Director at Exide Technologies, responsible for creating and implementing high-impact programs and strategies to monitor and manage CAPEX, CI, and NPD portfolios. I led project initiatives to mature the Americas enterprise using KT project management methodologies and PMI’s PMBOK framework. Additionally, I deployed Lean Six Sigma for Engineering and Operations in response to business needs for structured problem-solving. Three waves of approximately 50 Green and Black Belts were trained and mentored.

Wilmington, Delaware, Us

Managed a team of product design engineers for NA Transportation business.• Led a previously stalled plant start-up of a $28MM Vortex® spiral wound AGM battery facility in Bristol, TN, overseeing all aspects of the project from DVP&R, Process Verification to capacity ramp up as well as plant staffing. Primarily utilized C&E matrix and DOE methods to identify the Main Effects of poor battery performance results leading to a successful product launch.• Trained and mentored junior engineers on Lean Six Sigma problem-solving methods. • Successfully managed and achieved cost-improvement goals for flooded lead-acid products.

Wilmington, Delaware, Us

In my role as a Product Manager at Exide Technologies, I spearheaded the strategic launch of new AGM product lines, including the successful introduction of Edge and NorthStar Pure Lead High Performance batteries. I was recognized for my design and delivery of launch kits, which included marketing collateral and sales training. My efforts were acknowledged with the prestigious FY2012 CEO Award during the Global Leadership Meeting for my significant contributions to the One Exide initiative and the successful launch of the Exide Edge AGM Product.

Charlotte, Nc, Us

Led the development and deployment of a customer-centered innovation strategy in collaboration with IDEO, creating growth corridors for AdvanTech and ZIP System product platform.• Spearheaded idea-to-launch initiative for ZIP System® Tape Gun, receiving multiple honors including 2010 LBM Journal's Editor’s Choice: Hot Products.• Honored with the President's Award for delivering exceptional services and exceeding IP targets for 2009-2010.

Charlotte, Nc, Us

I led the development and launch of ZIP System® products. The initial adoption goal of selling 200 million square feet has been surpassed fivefold, exceeding all expectations while achieving world-class Net Promoter Score results. Adoption was achieved through code acceptance, limiting competition through defensive IP strategies, and demonstration of the value proposition.

Rochester, New York, Us

As a Supply Chain Manager at Eastman Kodak in Atlanta, Georgia, I developed supply chain strategies for the $4B US&C Business. The role included managing the S&OP process, and leading cross-functional teams to execute promotional activities using a Stage-Gate process. Lean principles and sourcing strategies were utilized to successfully reduce inventory by 31% compared to the previous year, while improving service rates. Additionally, I developed a process to reduce slow-moving inventory, resulting in a significant reduction from $4.96M to $.57M and earning a "Cash Cow" award.

Rochester, New York, Us

In my role as an Engineering Manager at Eastman Kodak, I earned a reputation as a Kodak expert on drying and air systems products and processes. I led a globally dispersed team to improve MTBF and MTTR through the standardization of air systems, drying hardware, and process parameters.Additionally, I co-developed simulation software for thin-film Heat and Mass Transfer optimization enabling significantly fewer trials during product development and cost reduction initiatives. Each trial eliminated through simulation was estimated at $50k savings per trial.In this role, a novel method to gravure coat Thermal Donor media and finish convert using one-piece flow methodologies was developed. The new method enabled orders of magnitude smaller increments of capacity.

Bs, Mechanical Engineering Technology

Master Of Science - Ms, Product/Process Development And Computer Integrated Manufacturing