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Innovative, resourceful continuous improvement and change management leader. Proven ability to lead long-range strategic efforts while leading and mentoring task force teams. Thrive in fast-paced environments with ambiguous and complex structures. Able to quickly size up a situation and develop action plans for improvements. Known as a servant leader who believes delivery excellence is essential; work to elevate the performance of the whole team. Outstanding team building, active listening, critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. MBA, Strategic Leadership from Penn State. Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering. Core competencies include:» Lean Six Sigma. As Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt at Cummins, led a team of eight Six Sigma Black Belts and mentored 35 Green Belts on average. Managed six suppliers with contracts totaling $250M per year; drove quality and process improvement initiatives throughout the supply chain. On behalf of the Chairman and CEO, selected the “Chairman’s Award” recipient for excellence in Lean Six Sigma programs throughout the entire enterprise.» Digital Transformation and Change Management. As Continuous Improvement Manager at Rinnai, integrated our new ERP platform (Siteline) with our WMS system and the plant floor. Built Rinnai’s continuous improvement program; designed a five-year roadmap for the enterprise. Facilitated major operational excellence initiatives. One CI project improved assembly line productivity by 30%, which is saving $1M annually.» Project Management. At Cummins, managed the project hopper for four functions (finance, administration, engineering, supply chain). Led several VA/VE projects each year and realized annual cost reduction targets of at least $6M. One transformation project was the redesign of the “Best Practice Lead Generation Process,” which increased revenue in our distributor network by $25M.pvg108 [at] yahoo.com812-552-9873
Stoughton Trailers, Llc
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ConsultantStoughton Trailers, Llc Mar 2022 - PresentStoughton, Wi, Us
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Continuous Improvement ManagerRinnai America Corporation Mar 2018 - Mar 2022Peachtree City, Ga, UsHeadquartered in Nagoya, Japan, Rinnai is the world’s largest manufacturer ($3.2B) of tankless water heaters, boilers, furnaces, and fireplaces. The Peachtree City location is the sales and distribution center for North America.– Built Rinnai’s continuous improvement program from the ground up; designed a five-year roadmap for the enterprise. Facilitated major operational excellence initiatives. – One CI project improved assembly line productivity by 30%, which is saving $1M annually.– Developed training material for project leaders. Conducted multiple waves of training sessions.– Managed digital transformation efforts; integrated our new ERP platform (Siteline) with our WMS system and the plant floor. Reduced lead times to customers from four days to four hours, and 8x improvement.– Supported administrative efforts to streamline the organizations’ period end financial closing process. -
Quality ManagerLarson-Juhl Jun 2016 - Dec 2017Norcross, Georgia, UsLarson-Juhl, a Berkshire Hathaway company, designs, manufactures, and distributes custom picture frames.– Developed the company’s first-ever quality management system. Developed the strategy, designed the roadmap, prioritized the projects, led the implementation, and then managed the program going forward. – Managed the global supplier quality program. Our footprint spanned 13 locations in Europe, Asia, and North and South America. Built relationships with our 12+ suppliers; performed value stream mapping and implemented supplier improvement plans, which reduced costs in our supply chain by $650K.– Managed CapEx budgets ranging up to $1.5M per project. For example, led a digital transformation project with a $1M budget software and integration, plus another $500K in expenses that were not capitalized. – Collected and analyzed product quality data. Designed supplier scorecard. Conducted quality audits. Performed root cause analysis of complex product quality issues. Managed Supplier Corrective Action system. – Acted as supplier development lead. In charge of supplier selection, development, and assessment. – Reduced PPM to less than 100, which was worth $500K annually. -
Lean Six Sigma Master Black BeltCummins Inc. 2011 - 2016Columbus, Indiana, UsCummins is a leading manufacturer and distributor of diesel engines and power solutions; revenues are $19B. – Led a team of eight Six Sigma Black Belts and mentored 35 Green Belts on average. – Managed six suppliers with contracts totaling $250M per year.– Assisted the Executive Director in strategy planning for the entire Six Sigma program. – Managed technical matters relative to Lean Six Sigma. Led major cost reduction projects on plant floor.– Led and organized Lean Six Sigma training and coaching of new belts.– Conducted project reviews for 75+ Green Belts. Monitored closure of 100+ Green Belt projects.– Managed the project hopper for four functions (finance, administration, engineering, supply chain).– One change transformation project was the redesign of the “Best Practice Lead Generation Process” which increased revenue in our distributor network by $25M.– Standardized the Architectural Process for Service Branch design, streamlining corporate branding strategy.– Integrated management system and implemented ISO certification throughout the service channel.– Served as an advisor to corporate leadership on difficult issues facing the business, such as a tax restructuring project, reorganization of legal staff, delegation of authority process, and business divestitures.– On behalf of the Chairman and CEO, selected the “Chairman’s Award” recipient for excellence in Lean Six Sigma programs throughout the entire enterprise. -
Purchasing Sourcing ManagerCummins Inc. 2006 - 2011Columbus, Indiana, Us– As the worldwide crankshaft and rod commodity leader, led strategic planning on a global scale. Purchased over 40K metric tons of steel annually. Improved the flow of parts despite severe supply capacity limitations.– Led and managed a team of 10 individuals responsible for supplier quality, design changes, and financial accounts.– Initiated, managed, and coordinated changes with a worldwide team spread on four continents.– Negotiated a five-year contract with a major CMI (Cummins) supplier, valued at over $1B.– Managed six distinct accounts spread across three continents with a spend of $250M.– Led a project designed to increase supply capacity to our plants on a global scale.– Led New Product Development. Responsible for all commercial matters in conjunction with a technical team that supported all technical aspects and requirements of the project.– Led the Early Supplier Involvement effort for new forgings production units.– Spearheaded capacity expansion through Six Sigma process improvement efforts in addition to Supplier Lead Time and Product Inventory Control initiatives.– Led expansion projects with a $2M Tooling and Equipment expenditure.– Devised Cummins Global Strategy for major engine components implementing a dual sourcing effort.– Interacted and engaged with multicultural issues in India, China, and Brazil.– Managed foreign account spend of $200M in Latin America (São Paulo).– Led several VA/VE projects each year and realized annual cost reduction targets of at least $6M.
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Six Sigma Black BeltCummins Inc. 2004 - 2006Columbus, Indiana, Us– Acted as Six Sigma culture change agent. Coached and trained plant employees to change the culture at the Jamestown Engine Plant (JEP).– Used Kaizen and Lean Six Sigma to increase productivity in our test cell facility and reduce engine field issues.– Developed plant metrics to track, measure, and assess continuous improvement efforts.– Led Automatic Guided Vehicle process redesign, reduced waste, and improved productivity by $750K annually.– Defined a new process for cold testing of diesel engines; increased throughput by 10%.– Increased defect detection capability in assembly line, saving about $150K in non-value added audits.– Led major engine failure campaign effort with saving of $15M.
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Manufacturing EngineerCummins Inc. 2002 - 2004Columbus, Indiana, Us– Led Pump Room facilities project to accommodate new ISX engine at the JEP during the Heavy-Duty consolidation.– During Crisis Management – ISX engine Pin Failure issue, acted as task force team member and led data analysis for engine test data analysis.– Handled test cell utilization effort to increase engine throughput from 300 to 600 engines per day, utilizing Kaizen techniques for incremental improvements.– Led Plant Water Management Facility project worth $1M, increasing cooling capacity by 50%.– Upgraded Test Cell Ventilation System, a $1.5M capital project.
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Project EngineerCorning Incorporated 1997 - 2002Corning, New York, UsCorning makes specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials – primarily for industrial and scientific applications.– Led a maintenance team of 24 technicians; oversaw all equipment repair and preventive maintenance program.– Installed and led the start-up of major process equipment.– Supported the glass processing operation utilized in the fiber optics industry.– Participated in Six Sigma training; earned Green Belt certification.– Ensured repeatable quality levels in process engineering.– Installed and qualified Heat Treatment Furnace for Glass Crystallization Process, a $250K project.– Customized Automatic Glass beveling equipment to suit internal process needs.– Received process equipment on major capital projects, installed it, and then commissioned the start-up.– Upgraded major surface grinder for glass finishing project in record time and under budget by $500K.– Refurbished spin rinser /dryer with substantial savings in processing time and capital expenditure.– Developed new technology for Glass Polarization Process comprising procurement, installation, startup, and qualification using DOE techniques in Six Sigma.– Led contingency efforts for $60M business operation to guard against equipment downtime.– Performed equipment downtime problem solving and root cause analysis.– Earned two patents for glass processing discovery.
Patrick Gedeon Education Details
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Penn State UniversityStrategic Leadership -
Mcgill UniversityBachelor Of Mechanical Engineering (Bme)
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Mcgill UniversityBiochemistry
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Professional Development
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Technical Skills Inventory
Frequently Asked Questions about Patrick Gedeon
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Patrick Gedeon works for Stoughton Trailers, Llc
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Patrick Gedeon's current role is Director of Continuous Improvement / VP of Operational Excellence / Change Management Leader / Lean Six Sigma Consultant.
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Patrick Gedeon attended Penn State University, Mcgill University, Mcgill University, Professional Development, Technical Skills Inventory.
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