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Pinckney, MI, US

Ann Arbor, MI

• Integrating real-time visualization & tracking technologies, developed for complex automotive supply chains, into non-automotive applications
• Developing proof-of-value projects for the healthcare sector (Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, and Health Systems)
• Research competitors and identify best-in-class sensor partners to enable FV to solve novel visibility use case via industrial grade sensors
• Establish strategic partnerships with technology suppliers to expand FV’s end-to-end visibility capabilities and competitive advantage
• Create business presentations and marketing materials to establish proof-of-value in new market verticals
• Collaborate with IT to integrate new sensors with platform. Validate device performance meets requirements of specific use cases

Brighton, MI

• Developed and launched semi-automated manufacturing operations for production of food grade products
• Responsible for compliance to federal & state regulatory requirements
• Procured capital equipment & installed manufacturing system per FDA cGMP guidelines
• Developed protocols to qualify equipment & validated operational capabilities
• Initiated & routed engineering change orders and updated Quality Management System documentation

Orion, MI

• Conducted advanced manufacturing engineering studies to evaluate robotic machine tending concepts developed by Corning
• Managed engineering studies to model future state automated manufacturing system performance
• Utilized robotic simulations, discrete event analysis, and industrial engineering methods to accomplish study requirements
• Validated upstream inventory quantities would mitigate risk of blocked/starved conditions at gamma sterilization equipment
• Presented findings & recommended integrating directional active roller belt technology to improved reliability and scalability

Brighton, MI

• Lead design, engineer and installation of (3) automated frozen hamburger packaging systems for Cargill Value Added Meats in Columbus, NE. Resulted in redeployment of (24) direct labor employees across (2) shifts - $.
• Developed proposals for material handling systems. Scope of work ranged from $65 K – $775 K / project.
• Creating detailed project plans, budgets, payment schedules & installation plans
• Reporting financial impacts of change orders and initiating accounting adjustments
• Managing subcontractors & equipment vendors during installation, debug, commissioning, and customer buy-off

Minnetonka, MN

• Managed CAPA and continuation engineering projects to improve quality system compliance for FDA class III medical devices
• Created QS procedures and managed (700+) ECOs to release device history record improvements into operations
• Co-developed and implemented balanced scorecards across enterprise
• US patents:o 20120157762: System & Method for Treating Erectile Dysfunction o 20120157763: Method & Apparatus for Reducing Tissue Trauma during IPP Surgeryo 20150272739: Apparatus and associated methods useful in.

Traverse City, MI

• Managed implementation of the Tower Production System for a (3) shift 400 employee plant
• Owned the annual plant productivity budget and all kaizen project teams. Tracked and reported project savings. Resulted in 3 years of successful budget attainment. 2006-$310 K, 2007-$725 K, 2008-$610 K
• Managed six sigma project teams to solve complex operational problems. Used process mapping and statistical tools to identify root causes of variation

Saginaw, MI

• Identified material waste then lead implementation of eddy current technology to economically recover aluminum from foundry sand saving $ 475 K / year
• Supported the successful launch of new foundry operations; GEN IV V8 aluminum block. Identified bottlenecks and improved cycle times for inspection equipment, robotic assembling, casting and machining operations
• Trained floor personnel to develop work instructions and problem solve via standard GM methods
• Planned & coordinated implementation of GM-Global Manufacturing System (GM version of the Toyota Production System)
• Responsible for time studies and leading work rebalancing activities
• Implemented visual controls to standardize employee routines & reactions

Ann Arbor, MI

• Brokered securities & insurance upon obtaining federal and state licenses
• Managed marketing, financial planning, compliance documentation, and client services
• Conducted daily securities trading & compliance activities per SEC regulations
• Educated myself, family, friends and clients about investment strategies and financial products

• Learned lean manufacturing methods from experienced managers and engineers
• Supported development of a database to calculate RONA of proposed international manufacturing plants
• Studied, documented and reported machining, grinding and assembly best practices
• Researched and gathered data on capital, tooling, installation, overhead materials and labor costs
• Created FMEA documents for half-shaft manufacturing processes
• Designed & detailed lean plant layouts

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Industrial Technology

Minor: Computer Aided Design / Lean Manufacturing

Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas And Certificates