Rob Allen (Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt, Dfss, Pmp, Csm) Email & Phone Number

Scottsdale, Az, Us

Scottsdale, Az, Us

Expert in process improvement and project management tools and methodologies oriented toward continuous improvement of company value streams. Collaborative problem solver with extensive experience managing people and projects. Proven success in improving IT-enabled business processes, developing new products and services and streamlining operations across diverse industries.

Sunnyvale, California, Us

Hired, coached and led project managers to effectively execute and monitor a comprehensive, structured product development lifecycle (PLC) which was new to Synopsys R&D and Operations. Developed and implemented PLC change management fundamentals such as communication planning and demonstrated successes. Good project quality was enabled by project KPIs, best practices and process excellence for improved operational processes in support of NPI.

Munich, De

Implemented product development, project management, and operational processes improvements to enable the development of complex advanced computer systems. This was a wide-ranging role effectively improving the efficiency of several operational processes, how products were developed, as well as efficient product data information flow and change management.

Achieved a comprehensive SAP implementation for a multinational company supply chain, including improved business processes for users of SAP S/4HANA. Analyzed information flow, established business requirements, user stories and facilitated testing using Agile software development processes.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Performed a comprehensive assessment and discovery of an enterprise Bill-of-Material lifecycle which identified process improvement, IT-enablement and systems integration projects. Created an integrated program plan to achieve the desired future state including eliminating redundant data entry, ensuring "left-to-right" information flow, traceability, integrated program data management, improved change effectivity and automated reporting dashboards.

Designed and implemented a medical device lean manufacturing facility layout which level-loaded resources, improved material flow and significantly increased capacity. Analyzed distribution center receiving and information flow processes identifying several projects and $945K annual savings.

Jena, De

Improved a complex repair center value stream involving over 40 different models of ophthalmological products and a variety of subprocesses (repair, reconditioning, refurbishment and exchanges).

Wilsonville, Or, Us

Enabled the development of a complex semiconductor emulation system by providing a wide variety of product development, project management and problem-solving expertise.

Scottsdale, Az, Us

Achieved organizational and IT system performance improvement in the healthcare service industry. Managed, and reported to CEO, multiple productivity projects which significantly improved a complex, high volume IT process involving patient medical records and remote data capture.

Abbott Park, Illinois, Us

Applied Lean Sigma on advanced laser technology medical devices in an FDA regulatory environment. Managed multiple engineering product improvement and manufacturing process improvement projects, including complete value stream transformation of a specific product line.

Galway, Ie

Deployment leader and owner of business unit’s project management operating (PMO) process. Implemented and managed a complete PMO deployment including business process, roles & responsibilities, project management operating system and accurate financial analysis of project portfolio.

Chandler, Az, Us

Managed and implemented multiple process improvement engagements including supply chain transformations, Lean Sigma, DFSS, and project management. Developed and maintain client relationships. Consulted with clients to identify priorities and develop tailored solutions. Created case studies and training curriculum/materials for classroom instruction of Lean Six Sigma and hardware/software DFSS.

Mesa, Az, Us

Improved hospital surgery scheduling by developing a simulation model based on historical data. Performed a variety of administrative Kaizen events, including hospital operating room process improvement. Also improved workplace organization and significantly reduced non-value added process steps for administrative processes.

Charlotte, Nc, Us

Planned and coordinated continuous improvement activities for multiple SBUs which manufacture, repair, and service evacuation equipment for aircraft. Led special projects, trained and mentored lean sigma teams. Identified elusive root cause and robust corrective action of field failures by performing manufacturing FMEA and DOE.

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

Completed Velocity Product Development (VPD), DFSS, and Six Sigma deployment projects on time and under budget. Provided classroom instruction of Six Sigma, DFSS, and project management topics. Coached employees through Greenbelt and Blackbelt certifications. Reduced product development costs of complex systems by millions of dollars through improvements to technical requirements and requirements management processes. Designed and implemented predictive design quality measurement software tool, which quantified DFSS in a scorecard format and significantly improved quality of product development.