Specializing in both contingent and retained recruiting for all positions both locally and across the United States. My passion is to match great candidates with the best position for them. I work with candidates and clients as a true partner, providing extensive support to find the right fit for both sides. If you are an employer seeking top-notch talent, or a dedicated professional seeking a new position in your industry — contact me today to learn how I can help or visit our website: www.goodwinrecruiting.com About Goodwin Recruiting:Goodwin Recruiting, recognized as one of Forbes America's Best Recruiting Firms since 2020, is a full-service recruiting agency that was founded in hospitality. Our company was built on service, and as we have grown and expanded into a broad range of industries and specialties, that hospitality mentality has remained rooted at the core of everything we do. We are committed to providing highly personalized services, tailored to each candidate and client we work with.  Across all business types, from executives to operators to administrative staff, each Goodwin Recruiting partner has an extensive background in his or her field of expertise. We speak your language, we know the ins and outs of recruiting, and we put our core values first, establishing game-changing partnerships with employers and job seekers alike.

At Yardstick Executive, we are dedicated to empowering manufacturing organizations through targeted expertise in executive recruiting, management consulting, and leadership coaching.Executive RecruitingWe specialize in identifying and placing exceptional leaders in manufacturing. From plant managers to C-suite executives, we connect you with talent that drives operational excellence and sustainable growth.Management ConsultingWith a deep understanding of manufacturing operations, we help businesses implement lean manufacturing principles to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity. Our tailored approach ensures measurable results that align with your unique goals.Leadership CoachingGreat leaders create great companies. Our coaching sessions focus on developing and refining the skills of manufacturing leaders. We equip them to inspire teams, navigate challenges, and achieve peak performance. At Yardstick Executive, our mission is simple: to support manufacturing organizations in building strong leadership, optimizing operations, and fostering continuous improvement.Let’s work together to shape the future of your business.

I directed the full spectrum of operations at the Piedmont, SC facility, ensuring excellence in safety, environmental compliance, quality, delivery, inventory accuracy, productivity, and team morale. As the leader accountable for the facility's Profit and Loss performance, I drove strategic decision-making to maximize efficiency and profitability. I spearheaded process improvement initiatives and took ownership of talent acquisition and employee development, fostering a high-performing, engaged workforce. I also implemented targeted strategies to enhance customer on-time delivery, aligning operations to meet and exceed delivery performance expectations.Founded in Sonoma County, California, FlashCo has grown to be one of North America's largest roof flashings and accessories manufacturers, with multiple locations in the U.S. For over 20 years, FlashCo has been a trusted source of dependable pre-fabricated accessories for the immediate needs of roofing contractors, distributors, and industry-leading roofing material manufacturers. A reliable partner who delivers quality products with responsive support, FlashCo prides itself in providing a prompt and dependable experience.

Led the site leadership team in a Lean Transformation by implementing the Wabtec Management System, driving measurable improvements across operations. Leveraged Strategic Planning, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen Events to streamline processes, enhance flow, and eliminate waste while engaging employees at all levels in initiatives like 5S, Standard Work, and daily management. Coached and trained organizational leaders to strengthen problem-solving skills and instill a continuous improvement mindset. Empowered teams to embrace Lean principles, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and sustained operational excellence.Revolutionize the way the world moves for future generations. Wabtec is a leading global equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services provider. Whether it's freight rail, transit, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people—together—are accelerating the future of transportation. We are at the leading edge of driving innovative technologies and responsible operations across the world. Drawing on over 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity.

Developed and implemented the Strategic Planning process, laying the foundation for long-term growth and operational excellence. Established a Continuous Improvement Program focused on enhancing uptime and driving efficiency through tools like A3 Thinking, Pareto Charts, and Fishbone Diagrams. Designed and delivered Lean Manufacturing and problem-solving training to engage employees at all levels and foster a culture of improvement. Created a comprehensive 3-year Strategic Plan using the Balanced Scorecard method to drive market share growth and align organizational priorities.AMERICAN Cast Iron Pipe Company, founded in Birmingham, Ala., in 1905, is a manufacturer of ductile iron pipe, spiral-welded steel pipe, fire hydrants, and valves for the waterworks industry, and high-frequency-welded steel pipe for the oil and gas industries. AMERICAN’s diversified product line also includes static castings and high-performance fire pumps.

Aligned the Production, Supply Chain, and Customer Service teams around core priorities of Safety, Quality, and Delivery to drive operational excellence. Improved workforce stability by implementing enhanced hiring practices and a comprehensive training program. Reduced equipment downtime by applying Standard Work, 5S, Pareto Charts, and SMED principles, ensuring smoother operations. Leveraged Lean tools and techniques to address customer concerns, significantly improving customer satisfaction and complaint resolution.At Koss Creative Brands, our mission is to create excitement and loyalty through developing and growing our people brands. Our values are integrity, trust, open communication, respect, passion, appreciation, and gratitude. We want to make people smile when they pick up our products and ensure that our people are growing to be the best citizens. We're grateful for everything we have achieved and for future achievements. Over 15 years ago, we grew from a small screen printing shop to a multi-brand apparel company servicing over 1100 retailers and reaching thousands of customers. We're still rooted in South Carolina, but we've spread throughout the South and only stop once we create a worldwide reach.

Provided consulting and training to manufacturing organizations across South Carolina, focusing on operational excellence and leadership development. Recruited CEOs to participate in monthly Executive Peer Council sessions, fostering collaboration and shared learning among industry leaders. Expanded the SC Lean Alliance by enhancing event quality and implementing targeted marketing strategies. Delivered impactful training on Lean tools and methodologies, including 5S, TPM, 8-Step Problem Solving, and Value Stream Mapping, to drive continuous improvement and operational success.The South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) is a private, non-profit group that serves as a proven resource to South Carolina businesses, providing them with various innovative strategies and solutions. An affiliate of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), SCMEP operates under the US Department of Commerce to promote innovation and industrial competitiveness.

Spearheaded developing and implementing a Continuous Improvement program for a food production facility, driving operational efficiency and productivity. Led Kaizen events and implemented TPM to reduce packaging line interruptions and improve equipment reliability significantly. Optimized setup times on critical packaging lines by applying SMED and TPM principles, enhancing overall throughput. Designed a comprehensive Lean Transformation plan, incorporating benchmark assessments and milestone reviews to ensure sustained progress and measurable results.Producer and marketer of dry pasta in North America. The company manufactures and sells retail pasta and noodle brands to grocery retailers, mass merchandisers, and membership warehouse clubs. The company also provides pasta and noodle ingredients to food manufacturers.

Directed Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost improvement initiatives for an 80-person, 4-shift business unit, delivering measurable results across operations. Increased equipment uptime by implementing a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) project, driving reliability and efficiency. Reduced raw material costs by fostering supplier collaboration, conducting trials, and providing regular updates to ensure alignment. Developed and mentored shift leads through performance management and weekly one-on-one meetings, strengthening leadership capabilities and team performance.Producer and marketer of dry pasta in North America. The company manufactures and sells retail pasta and noodle brands to grocery retailers, mass merchandisers, and membership warehouse clubs. The company also provides pasta and noodle ingredients to food manufacturers.

Led productivity and commercialization initiatives for a $360MM, 7-plant flexible packaging division, driving operational and financial improvements. Achieved significant productivity gains by increasing efficiency and reducing scrap across multiple facilities. Guided cross-functional teams in successfully launching new products, ensuring seamless collaboration from suppliers to customers. Mentored Lean Six Sigma training projects, resulting in substantial cost savings and the development of continuous improvement capabilities within the organization.Sonoco is a global leader in high-value, sustainable packaging that serves some of the world’s best-known brands. Our portfolio comprises leading products that serve large, attractive consumer and industrial packaging end markets. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging – Better Life™, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a sustainable future.

Managed productivity enhancements and new product launch initiatives for a 60-person packaging plant, driving operational excellence and innovation. Successfully led a significant new product launch, coordinating capital equipment investments and supplier onboarding to ensure a smooth rollout. Delivered substantial raw material cost savings by completing a Lean Six Sigma training project focused on waste reduction and process efficiency. Developed and implemented a Lean Manufacturing Production System that was later adopted as the standard across the division.Sonoco is a global leader in high-value, sustainable packaging that serves some of the world’s best-known brands. Our portfolio comprises leading products that serve large, attractive consumer and industrial packaging end markets. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging – Better Life™, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a sustainable future.

Managed quality control, customer and supplier audits, and regulatory compliance in a flexible packaging plant, ensuring high standards across operations. Implemented a structured problem-solving program that significantly reduced customer complaints and improved satisfaction. Led a successful SMED event to streamline changeovers, achieving substantial time reductions and applying the improvements to other equipment. Developed testing methods and control plans for a new product line, integrating advanced plant technology to support innovation and quality.Sonoco is a global leader in high-value, sustainable packaging that serves some of the world’s best-known brands. Our portfolio comprises leading products that serve large, attractive consumer and industrial packaging end markets. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging – Better Life™, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a sustainable future.