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contact info: PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLEPROFESSIONAL PROFILEAs a seasoned Lean Six Sigma (LSS) transformational specialist, I have an established business/operational approach which embodies effectively using my hard and soft skills interchangeably to produce desired results. My range of skill sets include, but are not limited to: Hard Skills - observing people and processes; documenting and defining business and operational processes; collecting information, mining and measuring data; statistically analyzing, interpreting, and quantifying data to identify patterns, practices, deficiencies and gaps in processes to aid in effective decision making; facilitating Kaizens to train, mentor, develop, and guide work teams at all levels within an organization to derive at solutions; prioritizing short and long term projects; solid technical writing and computer skills; able to manage and coordinate LSS implementations across multiple facilities.Soft Skills - Effective communicator and advocate for collaborative communication; creative in approach and resolution to issues; strong problem solving and negotiation skills; recognized as a natural coach and mentor in leading work teams; multi-tasker and effective at coordinating multiple projects; strong promoter of team build and working with cross-functional teams. Based on my prior professional work experiences, it is mission critical to focus on supporting an organizations drive for operational excellence by creatively and effectively implementing and utilizing Lean Six Sigma principles throughout the organization. This is accomplished by utilizing Lean Six Sigma (LSS) methodologies to identify and eliminate waste; standardize work processes; build effective work teams through training, development, coaching, mentoring and accountability; ensuring KPI metrics are on target and aligned with an organizations mission and goals; understanding the voice of the customer; cultivating positive internal and external business relationships; fully understanding the supply chain and developing and shaping a safe work culture; assessing P&L to identify opportunities for operational and financial growth and improvement.QUALIFICATIONS Master of Science in Strategic Management (M.S.M), Walsh College of Accountancy and Business Administration, Troy, MI B.S. Industrial Engineering & Technology, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI 25+ years of combined work experience in various industrial sectors (supply- chain/distribution, aerospace, automotive manufacturing, IT) 15+ years of work experience in a continuous improvement consultant role Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt; ISO 9001:2015 certified trainer and management representativeNOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS Facilitated over 90 Kaizens during career2 Mentored/trained over 105 Six Sigma greenbelts Implemented ISO 9001:2008/15 QMS at Mercedes Benz (CA) and attained certification; attained ISO 9001:2008/15 certification at Eaton Corporation (TX); QMS implementation at: Jaguar/Land Rover (CA), Samsung (IL), Mazda (TX, CA), Terex Mining (MS), and Schindler Elevator (OH) Reduced corporate waste and spending by over $25mil using cross-functional work teams for Kaizen events throughout career Successful implementation of corporate safety programs and sustainment of safety metrics across four different industrial sectors and more than 30 facilities KNOWLEDGE AND WORKING APPLICATIONProven experience using various industrial engineering concepts and Lean Six Sigma methodologies/tools such as: SPC quality tools (Sigma XL, Minitab) Lean and Six Sigma tools and processes:o DMAICo Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA)o A3 problem solving with storyboards, 8D, Fishbone and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)o PFMEA (Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis)o Poka-Yoke (error proofing)o Just-in-Time systems (JIT)o Kanban pull systemso 6S and 5 Whyso SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Dies)o Heijunkao Single-Piece flowo Standard Worko Value-Stream Mapping (VSM)o X-Matrixo Process flow chartingo Manpower planningo Capacity analyses and planning and MSA to identify variation in processes (Gage R&R)o FIFOo Conducting time studies and value stream and Gemba walks PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEStreamLine Concepts, LLC (2014 2023)Sr. Lean Consultant - Distribution and Supply Chain, Aerospace sectors (Dallas, TX)* Conferred with executive management and provided project updates and presentations; developed KPIs and tracked performance; collected, analyzed, quantified, interpreted, pareto/charted and analyzed data; identified potential projects based on data analysis and value stream maps; created project charters and facilitated projects (Green & Black Belt projects); selected & trained project teams on lean six sigma tools and methods; facilitated Kaizen events; 3trained and coached work associates on new or modified work processes; performed internal audits on operational and business processes; prepared sites for ISO/AS certification; identified gaps in processes and initiated continuous improvement activities; promoted 5S & daily housekeeping standards; performed root cause analyses using different methods (i.e., 5-Why, Fishbone, 8D); executed FMEAs on work processes and mitigated; developed standardized work; constructed current, future and ideal state value stream & process flow maps; re-engineered work cells and facility layouts for efficiency, flow and optimization; created communication plans; ensured processes complied with local, state and federal safety regulations and laws. Eaton Corporation (2012 2014)Manufacturing Supervisor, Interim Operations Manager, ISO Management Rep - Automotive sector (Sherman, TX)Responsible for the leadership and direction of 100+ non-union employees; promoted environmental, health, safety and daily housekeeping/5S principles within the value streams; trained workers and fairly administered discipline when needed according to company policies and procedures; allocated appropriate tools and resources to work groups; supported and drove the change management process during the transition from Cooper to the Eaton business system; facilitated Kaizen events and continuous improvement efforts within the facility; performed daily Gemba walks and engaged all work associates; conducted daily team meetings and apprised work groups of targeted KPI standards and goals using visual management communication tools; cross- trained groups for leveraging skills across the facility as well as within their value stream; cooperatively worked with other peers to achieve daily productivity goals; identified production gaps and created Lean control measures; handled multiple continuous improvement projects simultaneously; managed department budget (P&L); worked expeditiously with support groups to achieve goals as they related to machinery and equipment issues, uptime utilization and materials resource planning; designed value streams maps and identified process gaps and CI opportunities; followed the Safety-Quality- Delivery- Cost metric approach (SQDC) for the operation. StreamLine Concepts, LLC (2009 2012)Lean Business Consultant Distribution and Supply Chain sector (Houston, TX)* [functions were the same or similar to role from 2014-2022] Technicolor (2007 2009)Continuous Improvement Specialist, Distribution and Supply Chain sector (Memphis, TN)* [functions were the same or similar to role from 2014-2022] General Motors and other Manufacturing Organizations (1994 2007) Production Supervisor, Marketing Assistant, Project Manager, Systems Engineer, Vehicle Launch Coordinator, Plant Manager - Automotive sector (Detroit, MI, and other MI locations)*** References Available Upon Request *** |
