Russell Seitz Email & Phone Number

Tacoma, Wa, Us

Greater Seattle Area

• Collaborates with all departments to improve effective use of ERP software; improving performance for the NW division of this global market leader in plastics components and assemblies for aircraft interiors, which also serves the broader aerospace, defense, medical and commercial markets.• Identifies areas for improvement and makes the necessary recommendations to address issues, drive performance to optimum levels, and achieve increased profitability.• Develops reporting from acquired data to track metrics and analyze the truth about performance, with the goal of improving overall results and aligning people and processes with organizational objectives.

Tukwila, Wa

• Directed all aspects of production for this $20M producer of large and grand format printed products and complex make-to-order displays, including: custom metal and wood fabrication of exhibits and casework, printed wall covering, canvases, banners, and dye sublimation printed fabrics.• Led a staff of eight direct reports with 30 people under them and accelerated the turnaround time of deliverables by creating an efficient staffing situation, removing obstacles along the way, and coming up with creative ways around bottlenecks. • Prioritized safety and timely delivery in a consistently high-demand and short-lead time environment. • Implemented tools to measure performance and attack problem areas, resulting in high quality work.• Executed a new ERP system by adapting process to meet ERP needs and altering ERP to match existing systems. • Converted inventory control from virtually non-existent to 96% accurate in two years.• Oversaw resource planning and capital expenditures.• Handled staffing to meet highly volatile demands.

Greater Seattle Area

• Handled the Planning, Scheduling, and Forecasting across multiple departments for this aerospace plastics manufacturer. • Increased sales from less than $30M to more than $60M in three years.• Improved On-Time Delivery percentage from low 80’s to over 99% in the same time frame.• Developed and implemented a Master Schedule, as well as a Forecasting system.• Optimized resources through effective level loading.• Implemented new Capacity Planning system.

Greater Seattle Area

• Implemented a Kanban system to manage inventory, resulting in 50% reduction in inventories and cutting of WIP by over 80% within three months.• Organized and led Kaizen events.• Spearheaded Lean Inventory and Supply Chain Improvements. • Negotiated mutually beneficial Lean supply agreements with vendors.