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e-mail EMAIL AVAILABLEPROFILESummary of Knowledge and Expertise:Led 2 companies to ISO 9001 certification. Knowledgeable in ISO 9001 and AS9100 DFARS requirements as well as DOD inspections and Six Sigma.In-depth experience in manufacturing processes, supply chain management, warehouse operations, facility re-location and/or expansion and Lean Manufacturing including 5s, FIFO, PFEP, CNC machining and assembly.Skilled in operations planning and implementation, contract negotiating, facility layout, process implementation and improvement.Trained, managed and guided many work teams to successful completion of Lean Mfg. projects resulting in reduction of material costs of up to 50% and shortened delivery times.Relocated 2 facilities with minimal to no disruption to production and deliveries.Complete responsibility for bottom line, personnel selection, safety, project decisions and corporate guidance.Collaborative style of management without letting it turn into group think.Professional ExperienceBestMetal Corporation General Manager 07/2020- PresentManage all operations of the plant including personnel, maintenance, quality, warehouse, machinery and facilities. Responsible for the bottom line and all purchasing decisions.IMS Global Gear and Machining Operations Manager 09/2018 03/2020Manufacture of gears for major truck, agriculture and specialty vehicle manufacturers.Responsibilities include producing to schedule, maintenance, production and continuous improvement initiatives. Led teams that Improved housekeeping, maintained ISO requirements while working on major cultural shift.-Aurora Defense Group President 03/2016 09/2018Manufacture of Lighting systems and Electro-mechanical devices for the military and prominent military suppliers such as General Dynamics, Oshkosh Corporation and BAE.Responsible for Military/DOD contracts, Quality Assurance and maintenance. Ensure compliance to all EHS and OSHA regulations. Established Lean Mfg. goals, cost reduction initiatives and guided company to ISO 2001 2015 certification. Responsibility for the bottom line. Relocated facility to a new location without affecting deliveries.Axletech International. U. S. Gear division 12/2014 9/2015Manufacturer of axle systems for the agricultural, military and commercial vehicles.Operations Manager.Responsible for all manufacturing operations and personnel in a 100 + employee facility including costs, production, scheduling, lean initiatives, assembly and packaging.Initiated and conducted cross training to increase flexibility of work force andaccommodate compressed lead times to meet customer requirements.Part of the Lean Management team transforming to a Lean Manufacturing facility.Utilizing PFEP, machine Optimizers and KPIs to determine set-up sequencing/lotQuantities.Use of FIFO lanes to better control WIP inventories.Pamarco Global Graphics, Batavia, IL. 3/2013 12/2014Manufacture of precision rolls for the engraving and printing industry.Plant managerReporting to the company president I had full accountability for all financial, manufacturing, warehousing quality assurance, EHS and facility functions.Reduced process time eliminating non-essential machine operations. Eliminated anoperation on a major product line reducing costs and lead time.Reorganized warehouse into modular and relevant material areas.Initiated and implemented 5s strategies in all areas.Introduced lean manufacturing methodologies in warehouse and machining areas.Hiwin Corp. 2005- 2014Manufacturer and distributor of elevator motors, linear motion products and technologies.Sr. Mgr. of OperationsI reported directly to the president while successfully directing the manufacturing, warehousing, purchasing, I.T, facility, EHS and quality assurance functions.Managed and coordinated move from a 35,000 sq. ft. facility to a 104,000 sq. ft. facility. Negotiated and evaluated contracts with vendors and builder/developer relating to move.Physical move was completed in one week and $125,000 under budget.Worked with all groups to write and implement procedures in accordance to ISO9000, 2000 guidelines.Layout and installation of manufacturing and warehouse equipment and product.Responsible for the direction of salaried and hourly employees including supervision, management, warehouse and manufacturing personnel.Implemented process improvements utilizing KAN BAN methods and 5S techniques.Reduced lead times by 30% and reduced product returns by 50% in 1 year.Increased on time deliveries from 65% to 93%.Developed and implemented structured documentation in an ISO format toComply with auditor requirements for parent companys IPO in August of 2008.Implemented 5S visual management techniques to shop and warehouse.Responsible for all staff evaluations.THK America, Inc. Schaumburg, IL. 1996-2005Manufacturer and distributor of linear motion products. World Leader in linear motion guides.Operations Manager.Reporting to the company president directing manufacturing, warehouse, purchasing, facilities, EHS and quality assurance functions.Managed extensive building renovations.Streamlined production process of ballscrew machining and assembly.Implemented quality initiatives to reduce rejected and returned material by 25%.Organized warehouse and mfg. areas to accommodate new MRP system.Part of committee selecting and implementing new ERP software.Managed process to obtain ISO 9000 certification. Certification was obtained on the first effort. Also registered to the new ISO 9000, 2000 standards on the first try.Reduced lead time on key product mix from 2-3- weeks to 1-2 weeks.Created job descriptions and methods of performance metrics for personnel functions.Bley Engineering. Elk Grove, IL 1993-1996CNC job shop specializing in heavy machining, welding and assembly of large components to customer specifications for medical and industrial businesses.Operations ManagerReported to the company president while managing all machining, assembly, welding, painting and shipping and receiving of product. Responsible for all costs, material flow and part production from programming andmaterial purchase through shipping of product. Reduced cost on 2 major product lines by 35%. Helped retain 2 of the largest customers by improving deliveries and customer relations.Education;Bachelors in Business AdministrationMilton CollegeMilton, WI.Certified Supervisor Certificate through Dana University.Dana Corporation. Toledo, OH.College level courses in Manufacturing Technologies.Various courses in accounting principles, asset utilization, manufacturing methodologies, cost reduction methods, marketing, set up reduction methods, capacity management, productivity improvement methods, team building methods, project management, human resources, warehousing and logistics. |
