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Executive ProfileAnalytical, decisive and highly focused operations and supply chain manager with an impressive track record of accomplishments in leading cross-functional teams in achieving revenue, cost, productivity and delivering goals for a Fortune Street Address  corporation.Experienced manager with the demonstrated ability to leverage deep knowledge and understanding of the Lean enterprise philosophy and Six Sigma methodologiesExpert in developing and implementing measurable and actionable manufacturing and operational strategies that drive productivity vital to cost reduction, KPI metrics and bottom-line profit improvement.Exceptional communication skills with the ability to work with diverse groups while inspiring confidence at all levels.ISO & AS 9100 experience.Qualifications HighlightsSupply Chain Management Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification 3rd Party LogisticsLogistics Operations Project Management Process Development Budget DevelopmentStaff Supervision Employee Training & DevelopmentProven ability to initiate cost savings and velocity improvements with results-driven execution; key participant in multiple black belt projects that saved $24.8 million for the company.Expertise in utilizing fact-based, process-oriented approach towards reaching aggressive goals in support of cost, profit, customer service and organizational objectives.Recognized as a strong leader, motivator, and energetic manager with superior business acumen and communication skills.Certified in Diversity and Prohibited harassment training and in Situational Leadership.Professional ExperienceInnovative Growers Equipment, Sycmore, IL 2021-2024Manufacturing Process Engineering Manager (Almost all employees were laid off.)Direct responsibility for management of all processes and procedural functions in the facility.Working closely with entire facilty to ensure all operations adhering to processes & procedures.Coordinating all safety aspects in the facility.CTDI, Elgin, IL 2019-2021Sr. Operationss Manager (All employees working for Verifone were laid off)Direct responsibility for management of all DC and receiving areasWorking closely with entire facilty to ensure all operations run smoothly.Leading continuous improvements with one-piece flow cells 5S implementation.ERA Industries, Elk Grove, IL 2018-2019Production Manager (Employees working in prep areas were laid off)Direct responsibility for management of Assembly, Deburr and Clean RoomWorking closely Machining and Quality to ensure on time delivery and quality products.Leading continuous improvements with one-piece flow cells.Astronics Armstrong Aerospace, Itasca,IL 2017-2018Fabrication Facilities Manager (All employees were laid off and facility was closed)Started up entirely new Fabrication facility.Direct responsibility for management of entire facility, Maintenance, OperationsWorked closely with HR, IT, Purchasing and Accounting.MRL Industries, Itasca, IL 2015-2017Plant Manager (All employees were laid off after company was sold)Lead and maintained all operational areas of our Aerospace facilityDirect responsibility for managing all direct report staff of entire facility, Maintenance, Operations, Shipping & Receiving, IT, Accounting & HR.Managed Kaizan events to double production for customer expectations.HENDRICK METAL PRODUCTS, Elgin, IL 2014-2015Plant Manager (Company was reorganized and several jobs were consolidated)Lead and maintained all operational areas of the Elgin facilityDirect responsibility for managing all direct report staff of entire facility, Maintenance, Operations, and Shipping & Receiving.Managed Fabrication Shop and perforation area in the facility.ORBITAL TOOL TECH., Roscoe, IL 2012-2013General Manager (All employees were laid off, consolidated with plant in Georgia)Lead and maintain all areas of Roscoe facility with full financial responsibility for a $27.5 million annual budget.Direct responsibility for managing all direct report staff of entire facility, Maintenance, Purchasing, Planning, Operations, Shipping & Receiving, Engineering, Sales and HR.Managed Machine Shop facility that repaired and rebuilt Turbines and Valves, mostly stainless steel components.ANCHOR BRAKE, West Chicago, IL 2011-2012Production/ Materials Manager (Company was purchased by New York Air Brake, entire management replaced)Led and maintained all areas of production, shipping & receiving and materials with full financial responsibility for a $22.5 million annual budget.Direct responsibility for managing direct report staff of production, supply chain partners, shipping &receiving and maintenance department.Reduced finished goods inventory from sixteen weeks down to six weeks, with better operations planning.CATERPILLAR, DeKalb & Aurora, IL 1984-2009Sr. Manufacturing & Systems Engineering Manager (Corporate wide layoff of more than 2000 employees)Led and maintained change control systems processes and the execution of engineering changes for the fabrications areas with full financial responsibility for a $225 million annual budget.Direct responsibility for managing direct report staff of change coordinators and supply chain partners.Engineering Change Control & NPI Execution Manager (Reorganization)Managed the HEX & Tubes and G Fabrication areas with responsibility for the efficient execution of all daily activities and functions of direct reports, supply chain planners, and production supervisors in the new production introduction assembly and fabrication areas.Adhered to a $216 million annual budget; reduced inventory in excess of $1 million with the audit and correction of bills of materials.Leveraged six years of AutoCAD and four years of Mastercam and Inventor experience to lead a team of CNC programmers and Manufacturing Engineers.Had responsibility for first ops area that included burning and grinding and forming operations and assembly processes.Operations Supervisor (Promoted)Supervised first and third-shift operations for multiple functional areas within building G, supervising two CNC machining banks and iron material requirements. Scheduled staff and production functions to assure optimal production output and quality levels in accordance with customer specifications and requirements.Created an additional $7.5 million in parts orders within two years, returning the bucket area back to current.Reduced inventory by $1 million by converting obsolete parts inventory into current production part status.Set up Kitting systems and KanBan systems to enhance parts orders.Set up WIP locations on floor to control throughput.Manufacturing Engineer (Promoted)Coordinated product manufacturing functions through all phases of the production planning and procurement cycle. Developed and trained staff in the implementation of new systems for process, assembly flow, layout, tooling and equipment. Scheduled and maintained rail cars for the shipping floor. Provided technical support and troubleshooting expertise to assemblers, supervisors, and repairmen.Collaborated with corporate teams and the Tech Center personnel to evaluate new Virtual Manufacturing software.Developed and wrote production assembly instructions, creating specific task model images in AutoCAD to enhance written instructions.Worked with engineers and assemblers documenting changes to tractor design and assembly process. Documented engineering, manufacturing, and material problems with issue tracking system and participated in daily meetings to review these issues with representatives from all departments.Participated in training for Class A teamwork, ISO, TPS, Operational Excellence, JD Edwards and other business related topics.Engineering Change Coordinator (Promoted)Prepared, implemented and coordinated engineering changes including the planning and execution of product phase-outs and new product introductions with planners and suppliers. Created new part numbers, tooling, and groups for engineering changes.Participated on team leaders group for office area certification.Inventory Control Analyst (Promoted)Coordinated all functions for the transition of the Row Crop 99 line to the MT700 line including inventory control and the creation of bar codes (RF scanning) for material on floor.Welder Fitter/Assembler (Promoted)Education and Professional DevelopmentAurora University, Aurora, IL Bachelors Degree in Business Management GPA 3.65Certifications: Certified Manufacturing Engineer, Six Sigma Greenbelt, KaizenWarehouse Management Systems: Oracle, IntelliTrack, SAP WMERP Systems: Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft, One World, JD Edwards, Epicor, M2M & E2Technical SkillsMS Word MS Excel MS Power Point MS Access MS Project Lotus NotesProEngineer CAD ProManufacturing WildfireMES SolidWorks