Job ending is due to Canadian plant closure• Led focused improvement projects in production and maintenance departments• Implemented Standard Operating Procedures such as start-up and shutdown checklists• Implemented preventative maintenance program on process and packaging equipment• Led root cause analysis in daily operations• Implemented Plant Control Process to review daily, weekly and monthly key performance indicators• Implemented scrap rework system (scrap tracking, root cause analysis, scrap rework)• Delivered training on Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and tools

Packaging Team Leader (Jan. to May 2014 )• Supervised unionized operators on high speed bottle packaging lines and keg lines• Supervised unionized trades to maintain production and reduce equipment downtime• Took responsibility for safety, quality and efficiency of the production team on shiftFocused Improvement Specialist (Apr. 2012 to Dec. 2013)• Mentored and supported focused improvement projects in various departments across the brewery• Supported root cause analysis in various departments across the brewery• Developed systems and templates to report key performance indicators and to govern focused improvement initiatives• Delivered training on Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and tools

• Lectured Total Quality Management course for a class of over 30 students in the Supply Chain and Purchasing program. • Achieved high ratings on Course Assessment from the students

• Identified opportunities and implemented improvements on supply chain operational processes• Led lean implementations for distribution centers across Canada• Conducted internal training on Lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies• Developed standard operating procedures to drive operational excellence• Analyzed and evaluated DC performance data for operational improvements purposes

• Led and coached Six Sigma projects on productivity improvement and scrap reduction• Led cross-departmental project teams on value stream mapping activities• Led projects on productivity improvement in the warehouse• Identified and improved material flow in the warehouse• Supported process improvement projects at ThyssenKrupp Aerospace in Montreal• Provided internal training on Lean and Six Sigma

• Chapter Chair, 2006• Chapter Chair-Elect, 2005• Chapter Treasurer, 2003-2004• Facilitator, Lean Bronze Certification (LBC) review course (2007, 2008, 2009)

• Led and coached Six Sigma projects on scrap reduction, cost reduction• Identified and executed engineering solutions on production processes • Carried out root cause analysis and corrective actions related to quality issues• Cooperated with program managers and suppliers on new program launches• Coordinated the implementation of internal and customer engineering changes • Acted as plant coordinator for ISO14001 Environmental Management System and passed the external audit with zero non-conformance

• Completed Six Sigma project that improved productivity and reduced scrap• Identified and executed solutions related to process flow on production lines• Carried out root cause analysis and corrective actions on quality issues• Led PFMEA team review and process capability improvement activities• Assisted and provided guidance to the development, design and build of new manufacturing products and processes• Managed projects for waste reduction, productivity and continuous improvement• Led Kaizen events and implemented lean manufacturing tools on production floor

• Managed projects in various phases: quotation, contract negotiation, initiation/planning, execution/control and closeout• Established and maintained strong relationships with customers and suppliers• Coordinated test activities: preparing an activity schedule, ascertaining staffing level needs and deploying staff accordingly, reviewing technical reports• Acted as the Deputy Quality Manager and led two successful A2LA audits for ISO 17025 accreditation

• Designed and implemented Human-Machine Interface using LabVIEW• Integrated control system comprising a host PC, PLC and DeviceNet• Prepared user manual for designed Human-Machine Interface

Robotics and Automation LaboratoryDept. of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering• Applied artificial neural networks to real-time robotic motion control• Presented a paper at the International Conference on Control and Applications 2001 organized by IASTED, Banff, Alberta, Canada• Assisted courses: Robotics & Mechatronics, Algorithms & Data Structures, Principles of Measurements

Department of Automation• Applied variable frequency drive technology to real-time AC motor control• Assisted courses: Power Electronics, Measurement Instruments & Process Control