Todd Backus Email & Phone Number

London, Gb

London, Gb

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

 Supported the implementation of SAP for the York facility by monitoring testing errors and performing transactions to correct the errors Prepared training manuals and work instructions to be presented for classes, leadership, and future SAP implementation sites Monitored COGI and IDOC errors to determine root cause for correction Assisted in the determination of new Model Year new, non-current, and moving parts Executed control cycles and S2L adjustments to support the Automated Ordering System Implemented the process for eliminating the occurrence of 9999 lines on a scheduling agreement receipt Facilitated the Running Change and Change Implementation Boards Created Excel macros to shorten the process time for determining the daily COGI analysis and metrics, missing rack confirmations, and assembly line inventory over-receipts Cross-trained in different aspects of the Materials Receiving role, Material Planner role, Data Steward role, IPPE Date Steward role, Paint/FAB and all aspects of the Exceptions Analyst role Interacted with direct ship external vendors to correct shipment errors Supported the Materials Department by determining root cause of deficits for incoming receipts Obtained my Six Sigma Yellow Belt Continuous Improvement Certification Received training for numerous CI (Continuous Improvement) disciplines (i.e. 5S, Standardized Work, Process Mapping, A3, Kaisen, Fishbone Diagrams, Problem Solving, Waste Identification, Project Management Methodology, Sustainability, Built-in Quality, Just in Time, People Involvement, etc.) Participated in the Manufacturing Leadership Development Program

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

 Forecast sales rates for future monthly orders of assigned products using demand and material planning Use COM, AS/400, and SAP to determine shipments, orders, and backlog to research the product to determine the forecast Provide support to the Planning Department by researching prior forecasting to be input into planning spreadsheets Ordering and scheduling manufacturing and purchased parts to stock within the warehouse depot Updating the lead-times for manufactured parts so that accurate planning can be relayed to the customer for delivery

London, Gb

 Provide support to the Engineering Department by planning the modifications needed to be completed on various facility vehicles using MRP and CRP. Provide leadership and direction to Shop Coordinators and Material Control Specialists to facilitate continuous improvement with respect to material flow processes. Review/analyze MRP reports and Oracle databases to determine requirements, taking into consideration excess on-hand/work-in-process (WIP) material. Approves/releases Engineering Order Requests (EOR’s) in a timely manner resulting in a smooth workflow through the APP Works shop floor. Procures parts as needed to satisfy material requirements for shop floor order requests. Monitor and maintain request due dates to ensure parts are finished and delivered on time. Interacts frequently with other R&D support organizations such as Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and other facility personnel to resolve issue that may affect due dates or work efficiency. Scanning of records to keep a working reference database for the facility

Greensboro, Nc, Us

Engine Teardown and Inspection

Dublin, Ireland, Ie

 Supervised day-to-day operation of various departments associated with the plating process Conducted daily leadperson responsibilities (i.e. quality control, ordered raw materials, personnel discipline, work order submission through a SAP based computer system, parts inventory, and material handling by lifting apparatus) Operated various plating machinery for absent co-workers Occasional maintenance to plating and related machinery Weekly inventory of plating machine parts Responsible for maintaining and operating the waste treatment processes for the plating and polishing departments (i.e. chemical replenishment, treatment of water/chemicals, chemical analysis of treated materials, and waste treatment process maintenance)