Design and deliver targeted training for the team, oversee the assembly line, and allocate tasks effectively to ensure production schedules and deadlines are consistently met. Optimize operational workflows and manpower utilization to reduce cycle times and elevate product quality. Create and enhance CNC blueprints and programs, actively participate in new product development, and manage inventory tracking while sourcing high-quality suppliers. Assess staffing needs, recruit top talent, and ensure the establishment and maintenance of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive performance excellence.

Responsible for managing all resources to meet manufacturing requirements including the safety and development of production employees. Responsibilities included management of all manufacturing employees utilizing team working through Lean Manufacturing and 5S programs. Also ensured strict compliance with all standard Operating Procedures with particular reference to health, safety and quality; as well as ensured that the means of production were available by timely request of raw materials, equipment, consumables and services from relevant departments and suppliers, and that the housekeeping was maintained to the highest standard. Participated in developing the Company’s manufacturing activities including working practices, equipment specifications, and improvements in productivity and quality.

Responsible for the leadership of Lean Manufacturing program that includes Quality, Health and Safety, and Waste Prevention programs. Managing the Supervisors in the day-to-day production, maintenance and delivery operations in accordance with operating procedures to achieve production efficiency and quality results. Identifying opportunities for Kaizen events that include identification of quantifiable and sustainable impact to the company. Develop and implementing further areas needing improvement, including those related to production methods, equipment and operating procedures.

Responsible for developing Ranch Hand’s welding manufacturing plant performance including delivery performance, cycle time reduction, safety, and quality. Develop and implement foundational business processes (quality at the source, cycle counting, etc.). Ensures successful completion of daily production schedules. Originates, leads development, and implements process improvements. Leads the new product transition from design to the manufacturing floor. Develop staff into a results oriented-team, focused on performance.

Manage the day to day operations of the production floor to ensure achievement of company objectives. Delegating authority to key supervisors in production, production control, maintenance and other related operations. Develop and direct the production process of the product at minimum cost consistent with customer requirements. Manage Environmental Health and Safety leadership that are effective within the Manufacturing facilities. Ensure on time delivery of quality product to customers. Oversee scrap improvement activities. Monitor operating costs. Manage the planning and the optimum utilization of the workforce and equipment despite constantly changing conditions caused by breakdowns, schedule changes, workforce availability, etc. Lead the Production team with inventory reduction activities.

Manage day to day operations of the production floor to insure achievement of company objectives. Overseeing Production, Safety and Quality.

Responsible for the leadership of Lean Manufacturing program that includes Quality, Health and Safety, and Waste Prevention programs. Managing the Supervisors in the day-to-day production, maintenance and delivery operations in accordance with operating procedures to achieve production efficiency and quality results. Identifying opportunities for Kaizen events that include identification of quantifiable and sustainable impact to the company. Develop and implementing further areas needing improvement, including those related to production methods, equipment and operating procedures.

Responsible for managing all resources to meet manufacturing requirements including the safety and development of production employees. Responsibilities included management of all manufacturing employees utilizing team working through Lean Manufacturing and 5S programs. Also ensured strict compliance with all standard Operating Procedures with particular reference to health, safety and quality; as well as ensured that the means of production were available by timely request of raw materials, equipment, consumables and services from relevant departments and suppliers, and that the housekeeping was maintained to the highest standard. Participated in developing the Company’s manufacturing activities including working practices, equipment specifications, and improvements in productivity and quality.

Oversaw the production operations managing 36 associates to ensure that the purchase of material, machining of components, warehousing of components, assembly of products and shipping of products met the quoted cost and the delivery date promised. Directed and coordinated activities related to production schedule for the manufacturing operations, production control, inventory control and purchasing. Directly responsible for the activities of all production personnel. Oversaw and continually improved the system for providing the sales department with standard and expedited delivery schedules for products and services, as well as the development and maintenance of the inventory system by determining proper inventory levels and storage locations. Analyzed departmental budgets of approximately 1 million dollars to identify areas in which reductions could be made and allocated operating budgets. Conferred with administrative associates and reviewed activity, operating and sales reports to determine changes required in operations. Provided guidance for area of responsibility through active participation for all quality improvement and lean manufacturing teams.