VP of Operations and Engineering Executive, known for driving continuous improvement while reducing cycle times and cost. Expert in leading deployment of advanced control systems and infrastructure, improving process capability and yields, capital operating efficiency, product quality, and predictability of product performance in a highly complex manufacturing environment. As the Plant Manager and head of operations at Seagate Recording Head Operations, I led a 700-person Baldrige Award winning site where we continuously improved key business processes and directed an expansion & build-out of 90,000 sq. ft. of Class 100 manufacturing clean room space. As Senior Director of Wafer Process Engineering at Seagate, I led a process engineering team of 140 with 12 managers, 92 professionals and 40 technicians, launched a new 200mm wafer tool set and created a new consignment business model between Seagate and TDK/SAE China.With extensive international experience, I have managed across complex multiple manufacturing site organizations including two international assignments in Singapore and Northern Ireland. Recognized as a strategic thinker who has a passion for delivering improvements in business processes, strategy planning, and organizational alignment to a common mission. My team appreciates my highly collaborative management style that promotes open communication and exceptional results through teamwork. Key Competencies Include:► Executive Management: Strategic Planning, Business Processes, EOS Integration, Organizational Alignment, Collaboration and Teamwork► Operations: Advanced Process Control Systems, Six Sigma / Lean, Supply Chain Management, ISO / EICC Compliance► Technology: Roadmap Planning & Alignment, Technology Development, Nanotechnology Processing, Capital Equipment, Program ManagementContact Information:► email: winthropgiles@gmail.com► Mobile: 952-454-4583