Plant Manager
Current- 2020 GISC Plant of the year- 2020 GISC Leadership award - 2021 Presidents 1st Quarter leadership award
Jul 2019 - Present
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Vice President of Operations
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Trane
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@trane.com
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Vice President of Operations
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Denver, North Carolina, United States
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Steven Harding is listed as Vice President of Operations at Trane, based in Denver, North Carolina, United States. AeroLeads shows a work email signal at trane.com and a matched LinkedIn profile for Steven Harding.
Steven Harding previously worked as Plant Manager at Trane and Factory Manager -Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) at Caterpillar Inc.. Steven Harding holds Bachelor’S In Business And Administration from Cappella University.
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About Steven Harding
As a highly-motivated, senior-level facilities manager I have over 20 years’ of increased leadership responsibilities in executing logistics, supply chain, manufacturing operations, commercial relationships, product development and overseeing large-scale projects for Caterpillar’s large power systems operations.Throughout my career, I have ensured that the business unit needs are aligned to ensure common goal agreements are established and performance standards and financial targets are being met. My extensive experience collaborating effectively with logistics capability leaders has led to numerous developments in new supply chain and process improvement opportunities.Maintaining a continued focus on building relationships with key process partners and developing dynamic and empowering global teams across multiple regions I have achieved complex goals while defining and fulfilling the needs of the customer.Employing excellent interpersonal skills, I have tackled sensitive issues, developed teams, and communicated performance evaluations. I display a clear understanding of product groups and business units that include Value Creation and Cost Efficiency while partnering with cross-functional teams, other managers, and executive level leaders. Additional skills and competencies include the following:• Inventory Management & Control and Procurement• OSHA, EPA, State & Local Permitting• Lean Methodologies (Rapid Improvement Workshops, Kaizen, Six Sigma DMAIC & 5S) • Analytical, Problem Solving, and Critical Decision Making• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)• Forecasting and StaffingCertifications:• Six Sigma Black Belt • ASQ |Quality Auditor and Quality Technician
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10 roles · 29 years
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Factory Manager -Large Power Systems Division (Lpsd)
Responsible for all areas of operations, assembly, machining, heat treatment, welding and fabrication on three shifts for a high-volume one million square foot facility with over 2,000 assets. Appointed to leadership roles in logistics, manufacturing engineering, and environmental health & safety. • Instrumental in the consolidation of two focus facilities, moving those operations into the Pontiac, IL facility. Led multiple projects that increased the facility headcount by 40% and the production of multiple areas over 50%.
2014 - Jul 2019
Facility Manager
Responsible for budgeting and capital expenditures. Directed all areas of the business and facility operations and developed short & long-term strategic plans for continuous improvements during a crucial merger. • Increased production by 59% following the consolidation of a focus facility.• Led safety and quality improvement action plans that exceeded the reduction in Force (RIF) process by 51% with a 44% reduction in Parts per Million (PPM).
2010 - 2014
~4 yrs
Factory Manager
Responsible for managing all operations, strategic short-term and long-term planning for the machining of blocks, heads, cranks, and liners for the large I6 and V-block engine lines. Responsible for budgeting and capital forecast expenditures.• Sponsored Six Sigma projects that supported on-going efforts to improve quality and cost initiatives throughout the Large Power Systems division that resulted in significant cost savings.
2009 - 2010
~1 yr
Technical Support Manager
Oversaw group comprised of six management staff and approximately 100 quality specialists. Ensured that quality requirements were maintained throughout the testing & painting processes. Reported monthly quality metrics and significant achievements to senior level management and facilitated monthly quality council meetings.
2007 - 2009
~2 yrs
Quality Assurance Engineering Supervisor
Communicated requirements and expectations to facility management on customer acceptance validation processes aimed at stopping product defects.• Implemented a $2.5 million project for pre-delivery inspections for two engine centers that were completed in four months.
2006 - 2007
~1 yr
Six Sigma Black / Quality Engineer
Increased responsibilities of this position from previous Product Quality Engineer function as an embedded Six Sigma Black Belt. • Made significant quality improvements in As-Delivered-Quality (66% improvement), receiving the Annual Quality Improvement, Presidents Award. Saving $1.4 million against a $250,000 goal.
2004 - 2006
~2 yrs
Senior Quality Engineer
Served as a single point of communication for external OEM product customers that included Paccar, Freightliner, International, Oshkosh, MCI and other business transportation customers.Documented issues, assigned ownership, followed-up and communicated results to customer and facilityleadership teams. Traveled extensively to foreign and domestic dealerships to meet with key customers.
2003 - 2004
~1 yr
Operations Supervisor
Supervised 35 front line assembly technicians for the model 3116 & 3126 Cat small 16 engine. Managed the manufacturing area that involved planning, scheduling, and monitoring production. • Achieved multiple “all green” recognition and meeting PQVC goals.
2001 - 2003
~2 yrs
Assembly Technician
Performed in all functional areas of assembly and testing. Volunteered for a quality OEM assignment in Mexico City to improve relations and resolve quality control issues with the implementation of the 3126B engine.
1998 - 2001
~3 yrs
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Steven Harding education
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Cappella University
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What company does Steven Harding work for?
Steven Harding works for Trane.
What is Steven Harding's role at Trane?
Steven Harding is listed as Vice President of Operations at Trane.
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Steven Harding is based in Denver, North Carolina, United States while working with Trane.
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Steven Harding has worked for Trane and Caterpillar Inc..
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Steven Harding holds Bachelor’S In Business And Administration from Cappella University.
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