I am tasked with improving existing process flows, consolidating technology platforms, working with contract manufacturers to deliver On time/In full/On cost production, and facilitating the launch of an across the product line redesign.

Guided operations teams in achieving all operational performance indicators at Wallingford site to help improve culture, safety, quality, and customer service by 95% OTIF.

Platt & LaBonia , specializing in the design and manufacture of custom cabinets, cases and displays while working to create innovative and effective solutions for merchandising, marketing, and promotional products

is an ISO-9001 certified manufacturer of precision nonshrink cement and epoxy grouts, foundation systems concrete restoration materials, for use in the industrial, infrastructure, and marine markets.Global Director of Manufacturing Five Star was experiencing rapid unforecasted sales growth, low service levels despite large inventories, inefficient plant production, and low order fill response time at the plant level. Rebuild entire supply chain enabling double digit growth.

STD Manufacturing, Inc. is a $20 Million contract manufacturer of quality medical devices as well as a general manufacturer for the military, aerospace and commercial industries servicing both the domestic and international markets. Director of OperationsRecruited to build a medical device operation for the purpose of developing the organizational capability to meet aggressive production milestones of multi-million contract and facilitate the incubation of entrepreneurial start-up firms and products. Created manufacturing process that is efficient, controlled, and measurable.Met all contractual milestones leading to multi-million dollar extension.

International, multi-location $40 Million company has been a leading full service contract manufacturer of medical devices and molded components, for both disposable and reusable medical products.; Recruited to direct the operating turnaround of the contract molding and medical device manufacturing facility. Responsibility included all planning, operating, staffing, budgeting, technology, and customer management programs. Challenged to rebuild the manufacturing function and restore credibility.

Company develops, tests, and markets advanced surgical products and services, incorporating new computer and robotic technologies.; Selected as the primary person to facilitate start-up contract manufacturer to reach corporate, development, and production requirements, which in turn enables PMI to access and gain market share. Rescued integration and technology transfer efforts previously undertaken and under-performing.

Point man selected by executive management to lead in assimilation of multi-million dollar acquisitions during fragile transition periods of ramp up, integration, and closure. Sent in on challenging situations to manage information sensitive issues, turn around pre-existing conditions, and find solutions to upgrade and integrate substandard conditions with minimal expense and delay. Successfully integrated nine acquisitions with values ranging from $1MM to $180MM into corporate manufacturing, financial and supply chain systems. Acquisitions ranged from one product line or product family to multiple product enterprises with multi-state operations. Managed operations of each acquisition for up to 18 months.Designed and implemented model for all integration, production, and technology transfers. Identified, assembled and directed support staff, acting at the executive capacity until permanent management team was fully trained and in place.Consistently increased production capacity 3 to 4 times more than M&A projections; ramping-up production levels by 125% to 400% in 3 to 9 months to meet pro-forma sales forecast increases.Reduced post closing liabilities by 98% by setting up a vendor data collection system to maximize/expedite knowledge of vendor base and implementing new procedures for liquidation, service contract modifications, and real estate/supplier/customer/government agency negotiations.Reorganized and retooled firms to meet 100% of all clinical trial commitments, PMA and 510K FDA registered products, both domestically and internationally.Introduced manufacturing, sterilization, and warehousing, and distribution offshore while maintaining 24-48 hr international delivery.Consistently accomplished project objectives 25+% under budget.

Promoted into positions of greater scope and responsibility heading all operations of pilot facility and directing supervisors and staff in production and enhancement of developmental product lines.