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Lyndhurst, Nj, Us

Led 17 manufacturing sites spread across the US generating $435M in annual revenue. Accountable for the safe operations, quality, and efficiency of all sites. Developed Regional EHS leadership team and drove improvements in both compliance and incident reduction. Targeted capital investments to drive efficiency and generate capacity in line with aggressive growth plans. Active participant in due diligence process and led operations integration of new acquisitions, including production footprint optimization.• Started-up greenfield plant in Texas generating first year revenue of $12M and second year revenue of $21M; achieved ISO 9001 certification in year two of operations.• Successfully coordinated with a cross functional team to introduce new products and expand our production footprint to achieve 56% top-line growth.

Peachtree City, Ga, Us

Profit and Loss accountability and managed all facets of a manufacturing plant generating $25M in annual revenue. Cut the number of safety incidents in half by instilling focus and inspiring an atmosphere of teamwork. Established standards and processes in supply chain management to drive a 22% increase in inventory turns. Challenged staff to identify opportunities for improvement and to conduct root cause analysis to drive a 34% reduction in internal scrap.• Increased sales 39% by focusing the sales team’s effort on product specific sales and by initiating a customer segmentation strategy.• Launched new specialty product; developed strategic plan and trained staff and employees which resulted in a 7% increase in revenue.

Dallas, Tx, Us

Managed the safety, quality, productivity, maintenance, and transportation of a manufacturing plant generating $22M in annual revenue. Exceeded records set in safety through a combination of employee recognition and inspiring employee ownership of the program. Analyzed capacities and established production priorities. Worked with customer service to resolve conflicts to ensure customers received on-time and complete orders. Established a quick rapport with customers to calm agitated situations. Established standards and processes to ensure documented compliance with all internal and external audits (OSHA, UL, DOT, SGCC/IGCC, and vendors).• Educated staff on and routinely communicated KPIs; consistently ranked in top five among 38 plants; winner of the President’s Award in 2010.• While effectively executing daily responsibilities, managed $1.8 million capital project. New equipment was operational on time and on budget.

Us

Managed the safety, quality, and daily production for a department consisting of 28 personnel, spread across three shifts, in a manufacturing facility. Established production targets and held employees accountable to control the department’s labor costs. Redesigned process flow to achieve a 17% increase in daily production. Organized raw material inventory and established a process to communicate needs to purchasing; resulted in first balanced inventory in six months. Collaborated as part of a cross functional team to ensure production priorities were aligned. Monitored daily performance against set goals• While effectively executing daily responsibilities, Project Manager for the installment of a $4.5 million new production line. Included hiring and training of personnel, production start-up, and product certification. Operational ahead of schedule.• Developed and implemented a 13-week training plan, recognized for the detailed level of planning, resource management, and execution.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Captain – Helicopter Pilot: Filled a variety of leadership roles in high stress, fast paced environments. Consistently ranked in the top 5% when evaluated by managers against peers.Company Commander and Pilot Led 121-person team with 9 direct reports in Iraq providing flight operations, maintenance, medical, food service, intelligence, legal, and communications support. Successfully focused efforts to drive a technically diverse team. Analyzed assigned objectives, developed plans, and resourced training and operations. Successfully advocated for additional rocket training for deployment to Iraq; increased training 20%. Collaborated with multinational team that planned and executed bilingual and culturally sound military capabilities conference. Partnered with supply specialists and developed near real-time budget tracking system that increased visibility; facilitated the chain of commands decision making ability.• Adapted quickly to changing circumstances to provide improved force protection program for base in Iraq; set standard in all performance areas in combat; awarded Bronze Star Medal• Led flight team recognized as “Top Scout” and “Top Combat Crew” out of 24 crews

Ba, English Language And Literature With A Focus In Education

Flight School And Aviation Officer Basic Course, Military And Strategic Leadership

Military And Strategic Leadership

Military And Strategic Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Osha 30-Hour General Industry Safety And Health