As a professional with over 20 years of working experience in various manufacturing environments, I have been responsible for creating project plans, coaching individuals, monitoring project progress, and assisting in any area of responsibility as required to keep projects on track. I have experience in design, quality, manufacturing, receiving inspection, workflows, testing, packaging, and setting up manufacturing facilities in foreign countries. The experiences gained at my last employer have allowed me to substantially expand my management and lean manufacturing capabilities and I am excited about the prospect of applying those skills to your company.Additionally, my experience includes lean manufacturing (TPS) and Kaizen, assembly line layout and process development, manufacturing project/process management, design and implementation of standard and integrated production equipment, continuous improvement, equipment specifications, installation qualifications, process qualifications, reliability/capability studies, production preparation process, capital planning, staff supervision, environmental health and safety, and a working knowledge of various C.A.D. and software systems.Throughout my career I have successfully applied my strong analytical, problem-solving, and management skills to the tasks at hand. I am a capable communicator, adept at working independently or as part of a team. Additionally, I am accountable, resourceful, flexible and organized.Specialties: New product development, quality improvements, product cost reductions, lean manufacturing, hosting kaizen events, evaluating design manterials and processes, cross-cultural communications, team leader/coaching, pfmea, project management, assembly line development, improving supplier processes/quality and line layouts using C.A.D.