I am a process excellence leader with a proven background in Lean Manufacturing Techniques, Six Sigma, Quality and Capital Project Implementation. Dedicated to bringing organizations to the next phase of growth and development.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Agribusiness Management, Expected in 2018 - Penn State University - University Park, PA GPA:
Student Ambassador
Penn State World Campus THON Benefit Organization Treasurer
Recipient of G. Sherlock Trustee in Ag Sci Scholarship
Business Analyst, 09/2020 - Current The Southern Company – Orlando, FL,
Business process blueprinting, need assessment, and prioritization while considering conflicting priorities
Determination and development of software enhancements to better optimize standardized processes
Rigorous backend system configuration and testing
Oversight of formalized training materials and programs for onsite and remote employees
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
Identified and developed KPI, managed virtual 'Huddle Boards' as Team Lean Leader
Implementation specialist for the transitioning and implementation of SAP from legacy systems including Quality Management, Warehousing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and system setup
Process Analyst, 01/2019 - Current Aegis Sciences – Wareham, MA,
Tested troubleshooting methods, devised innovative solutions, and documented resolutions for inclusion in knowledge base for support team use.
Worked closely with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust SAP solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability and performance.
Led SAP development initiative as Quality Management Subject Matter Expert.
Led meetings on blueprinting and data mapping sessions to understand business needs.
Analyzed and documented company processes and suggested areas for improvement.
Responsible for training and familiarizing large business units on SAP Quality Management and material master.
Implemented Process flows and process maps for Quality Management business unit to meet business needs.
Created material and batch class and characteristics for the Seed division on seed products including forage and turf, corn, soybean and wheat.
Created and maintain Quality Management master data including Inspection Plan, Inspection Types and Master Inspection Characteristics.
Process Improvement Coordinator, 06/2018 - 12/2018 Anthem, Inc. – Lubbock, TX,
Developed and initiated projects, including managing costs, schedule and performance to ensure timely completion.
Minimized lags by leading and scheduling personnel, boosting morale and implementing new protocols.
Maintained schedules to ensure that key milestones were being met at every phase.
Developed custom value stream mapping to monitor production efficiency.
Development and Implementation of Key Process Improvements Resulting in a 31% output increase equivalent to $20M in additional salable product utilizing the same base cost.
Redesigned and implemented culture shift to support new standalone corporation.
Managed capital project portfolio ($700K).
Created organizational quality strategy through the implementation of FMEA and RCFA.
Responsible for achieving production requirements.
Monitored machine operation and diagnosed malfunctions.
Promoted adherence to quality standards by educating Operators on quality control.
Controlled risks associated with regulatory concerns by clarifying policies, enhancing Production guidelines and collaborating in a cross-functional manner with internal departments and external stakeholders.
Proposed and published metrics and KPIs to be incorporated into weekly financials and scorecards.
Oversaw and managed mobile shelling for regulated and stewarded seed events (AAD1).
Work cross-functionally with multiple departments to achieve business goals.
Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies that led to a 13% increase across 3400+ GMIDS valued at $75MM to achieve Class A business status.
Trained Dow and Kelly Contractor staff on material handling processes to reduce shipping times.
Creation and implementation of site-wide team building activity that was leveraged by the DAS Learning Team.
Implemented process changes for continuous improvement through 5S, raw materials, cycle counts and stock movements.
Site IIR 3.8 years without DAWC, RMT, MVA, and LOPC obtained at Pontiac Site through engagement with site leadership and peers through BBP, CHAT, and other safety initiatives.
Experiences on seed processing equipment such as NIR Color Sorters, Sizers, Gravity Table, and bagging systems.
Multi-year experiences in SAP (Material Flow/Quality), SPOT, ERIS, and other Dow support computer applications and systems.
Custom Laws, FDA, USDA and DAS stewardship processes followed with no reported major non-compliance events.
Managed 25-30 seasonal contract workers during the corn intake and shelling processes for 3 years that resulted in safely increasing throughput productivity and quality.
Identification of process gaps, brainstorming solutions, and implementation of solutions for Root Cause Investigations such as X12333AR, X12541SD, and XHB03RW related issues.
Payroll system focal point and trainer.
Obtained Illinois Department of Ag General Standards and Seed Treatment applicators licenses.
Quality Germination carry-over sampling of over 4000 samples, obtained, recorded timely, and delivered with little to no delays.
Successfully created over 107 Corn Parent Increases and 47 3A Experimental Hybrids in 2017 through planting, post-emergence scouting, pollination, detasseling, and seed maturation processes.
Continuously reach deadlines in shipping estimated 75,000 to 95,000 units of hybrid plot seed and parent seed corn within a 2 day turn around yearly with 98% accuracy in order validation and turn around to over 40 locations yearly.
Successful launch of Enlist commercial corn hybrid production of 6500+ units with turn around in less than 1 month from planning to outbound shipment with no errors.
Only technician at Pontiac, IL site to serve as an integration coach for DOW new hire and Kelly contractor employees.
2017 Genetic Purity Standards met and exceeded company standards at on average of 98.8% on Rounds for all hybrids/pedigrees.
Highly Accurate Yield Estimates for 2017 95% 3A Experimental Hybrids and 97% for Parent vs. Bulk Yield Quantities
Lathe Specialist, 2011 - 09/2012 Caterpillar Fuel Systems – City, STATE,
Operated heavy duty lathes, boring machines, mills, planers, shapers, and grinders.
Worked directly from blueprints, operational drawings, control plans, and specifications for six different fuel injector models, actuators and match assemblies.
Detected, reported and helped resolve production problems such as malfunctions, out-of-tolerance machining, and robotic failures in a timely manner.
Routinely monitored the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
Managed, staged and transported approximately 13,000 parts per day for 16 separate operations including lathes, grinders, hones, borers and mills.
Recorded defects and coordinated issue resolutions with development team and functional leads.
Maintained a high standard of workmanship by using only approved data, materials, tools, and test equipment.
Collated components for assembly on automated and manual assembly lines.
Tested fuel injectors, actuators and sub-assemblies on computer-controlled test benches for functionality and quality as an Assembly Test Specialist.
Calibrated robotic and computerized injector simulators, identified root causes of failures and corrective actions such as repairing and rebuilding components, increasing test pass rates.
Collaborated with the Metallurgical Lab to resolve out-of-spec conditions, saving approximately $56,000 in materials and eliminating product loss.
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