Established in 1992, with the vision of the Worlds Finest Counter-top Makers, Lakeside Surfaces Inc. is one of the largest fabricators of quartz and solid surfaces in Midwest.Grew the operation 20% year over year in order to maintain lead time while staying in front of increased market demand. Direct the daily activities of 45 employees, oversight of all human resource activities including performance management. Communicates the company’s vision and values to… Show more Established in 1992, with the vision of the Worlds Finest Counter-top Makers, Lakeside Surfaces Inc. is one of the largest fabricators of quartz and solid surfaces in Midwest.Grew the operation 20% year over year in order to maintain lead time while staying in front of increased market demand. Direct the daily activities of 45 employees, oversight of all human resource activities including performance management. Communicates the company’s vision and values to employees to assure the success of daily operations Implemented and analyze Plant KPI’s, ensuring efficiencies are met through the identification of variances and effective corrective actions using 8D methodology. Reduced Remake, Rework and service call from 8.4% of sales 2014, to 3.8%% of sales 2015, and on track to hit 2.2% of sales in 2016 Developed, implemented, and ensured adherence to processes that drive continuous improvement in all areas of the plant including safety. Ensured manufacturing plans align with inventory goals and support strategic deployment of resources in support of Sales and Operations Planning. Ensured on road operations plans align with lead time goals, enhanced customer service results, and facilitated an unmatched brand experience. Directed the purchase, planning, and layout of equipment, workflow, and workforce utilization. Show less

A privately held, family-owned company in the countertop industry which was ranked #4 in Entrepreneur magazine’s August edition (2008), which listed the 500 fastest growing companies in the country. Daily communication with CEO’s, CFO’s, COO’s. Managed daily activities of three (3) Regional Account Reps Manage partnerships for Internal and External Distribution Centers, Lexus, and Cambria Fabricator Associates Developed business practices for Cambria… Show more A privately held, family-owned company in the countertop industry which was ranked #4 in Entrepreneur magazine’s August edition (2008), which listed the 500 fastest growing companies in the country. Daily communication with CEO’s, CFO’s, COO’s. Managed daily activities of three (3) Regional Account Reps Manage partnerships for Internal and External Distribution Centers, Lexus, and Cambria Fabricator Associates Developed business practices for Cambria regarding complaint management and resolution.  Travel to CFA’s to analyze equipment, facilities, fabrication quality, and develop partners’ practices by presenting the Cambria Business Operations Requirements Manual and conducting yearly business reviews Work closely with Quality Assurance analyzing product performance and developing SOP’s for inspection, fabrication, and installation of the product. Instructed courses at Cambria University on all aspects of fabrication, installation, and account management. Show less