Contact me at hthomas6@msn.com of via the LinkedIn connection___________________________________________________Leadership- Managed engineering personnel for >10 yr. The engineering disciplines consisted of electrical/electronic, mechanical, and system software for embedded and host based processors. Performed manufacturing support throughout previous Director level positions in operations and engineering.Manufacturing- Managed manufacturing departments domestic and internationally (through subcontractors) to achieve yield performance, output productivity improvements, quality ownership, and cost reductions. Established manufactruing metrics for self-motivated work teamsAccountability- Metrics and data driven decisions are made efficiently for process improvements and changes.Communications- Posseses strong communication skills at all levels. Can summarize complex information into easy to understand format.Purchasing- Conducted annual contract negotiations with external suppliers. Developed new suppliers for key equipment and products needs. Responsible for capital spending for increased capacity or improved process performance. Tested new equipment via trials and performed cost analysis for financial paybacks prior to purchase. Equipment Engineering- Responsible for specifications, purchase, installation, training of personnel for new capital equipment. Established metrics for performance of equipment, engineering support and maintenance during installation and production ramp-up. Budgeting- Managed departmental budgets for ongoing sustaining projects as well as developmental budgets for the progression of new technologies and processes. Performance to budget was monitored and adjustments were made as required.Specialties: Engineering leadership, operations manager, business manager, project manager, program manager, quality focused, change agent, complex problem solver, technical manager, product manager, Operational Excellence