Continuous Improvement , Senior Operations Leader
Fifteen years' experience with high, steady, and mix mode -volume manufacturing, concentration in
continuous improvement (CI) management. Performed dozens of CI training & Kaizen events with Seven
years' experience in Plant set-up from "greenfield state".
Program Management (DOD & DOE Experience), Information Security, FOD, Anti-kickbacks, Trade
Secrets & Proprietary information, ISO14001 & ISO 9001 Awareness, Special Program Security Briefing,
and Controlling Documents of External Origin, Basic U.S. Import Compliance Awareness.
Lean manufacturing training methods include 6S, 3P, TPM, feedback analysis, error charting, root cause
analysis, mistake proofing, value streaming, set-up reduction, performed all empowering operation
success training to all employees, and kaizen processes. Plan, organize and direct the manufacturing
and maintenance operations which ensure the most effective return on assets. Initiative plans and
processes which minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment,
facilities, materials, and capital.
Assure attainment of business objectives and productions schedules while insuring product standards
that will exceed our customers' expectations. Implement manufacturing strategies and action plans to
ensure that the facility supports strategic initiatives. Establish group and individual accountabilities
throughout assigned departments for problem solving and cost reduction. Encourage use of new
techniques and focus on fact based problem solving.
Improve manpower utilization within existing departments and processes. Schedule stability that
allows for maximum return on efficiencies. Manage spending against budget and in relation to changes
in production volume. Assure that collective bargaining agreements are effectively administered and
that employee grievances are addressed in a timely fashion. Work to establish management practices
throughout assigned areas which include all employees' positive involvement with opportunity for
construction input and action.
Continually improve safety record by addressing both physical safety issues and employee Safety
attitudes. Maintain and improve housekeeping in all areas. Maintain individual skills by keeping up to
date with latest production and production management concepts.
"2011 UTC Top 100 Supplier Gold Award"
"You get what you measure" and "What gets measured, gets managed"
