General Manager
Fincore Industry- Supplier For The Automotive Industries-> Painting: Pre-Treatment; E-Coat; Anti-Chi
Scarborough Ontario
Implemented Toyota Production Systems methods- Five S’s, Kaizen; 5Whys; and continuous improvement. This resulted in waste elimination and cost reduction leading to 20% ($3.5 million) reduction in operating expenses. Reduced delivery lead times by more than 75%; on time delivery improved by 99+%, productivity (sales per employee) increased by 15-35% per year, inventory (working capital) reductions of more than 75%. Return on Assets improvement by 100+%Negotiated favorable contracts with two USWA localsResponsible for P&L, materials, production, human resources, quality assurance, tooling, plant accounting, plant engineering, sales and marketing and customers. Involved in day-to-day operational issues with recruiting, training, production scheduling, business development and capital requirements. Coached the activities of 300 team members in painting, machining and assembling departments. Provided the leadership that was needed on the shop floor to uphold high productivity, morale, safety and high standard of housekeeping by ensuring the principles of the 5S discipline were supported and adhered. Assigned specific jobs to meet safety, quality, cost, delivery and morale (SQCDM) standards. Implemented the operations’ execution plans proficiently by using people and equipment to the maximum capability, as well as cost effectual and efficient as possible, enforced counter measures for performance that is below target. Introduced new products and strived to continuously improve Fincore’s products and the delivery of products to customers Ensured the delivery of high-quality products on time in order to meet demanding schedules (“Just in Time”).Explored and developed operational alternatives to support future growth and build partnerships with suppliers.