| Candidate Information | | Title | Operations Manager - Over 20 years of experience | | Target Location | US-WI-Lake Geneva |
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Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidateSUMMARYResults driven customer and quality focused business partner known for combining financial and business planning expertise with tactical execution to optimize long-term gains in operational performance, revenues, and profitability. Proven leader and change agent, identifying performance gaps to drive continuous improvement. Leverage lean six sigma methodologies, program management and standardized processes to enhance quality, reduce waste, and improve customer relations. Develop, align, and empower high-performance teams while developing the next generation of leaders.AREAS OF EXPERTISETalent ManagementData Analytics & KPIsP&L ManagementFootprint OptimizationSales & Operations Planning (S&OP)Six Sigma / Lean ManufacturingSupplier DevelopmentQuality Assurance / Quality ControlEmployee EngagementCapital Equipment ImplementationManagement SystemsProject ManagementPerformance ManagementChange ManagementStrategic PlanningSELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTSTurned around failing manufacturing plant in Mexico for Trostel by developing and implementing a manufacturing model with standardized business practices and formal KPIs.oInstituted scorecard to improve on-time delivery, decrease scrap, and improve mold utilization by 17%.oInitiated continuous improvement projects and Kaizen events, leading to material savings of $1M annually.oRestored customer confidence by developing a recovery plan with top 9 customers, reestablishing consistent performance.Developed and drove footprint rationalization strategy at Milsco to enhance workflows by eliminating underutilized storage facilities and reallocating key manufacturing processes.oLed plant expansion initiative projected to generate $250K in savings annually.oFacilitated closure of 3 offsite storage locations, led inventory reduction plan, and managed plant consolidation that resulted in $4M in working capital and EBITDA improvement of $515K.Implemented management systems at Chemtool. Improved on-time delivery from 60.8% to 92%, restored confidence with key clients, and addressed gaps in the compliance process.Launched Trostels first implementation of cellular manufacturing, resulting in 50% improvement in throughput per labor hour and $2.4M in cost savings YOY over a 2-year period. Honored with Wisconsin Forward Award (2008).PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCENovares Group / Walworth, WI March 2024 August 2024Multi Plant DirectorNovares is a global plastic solutions provider that designs, manufactures complex components, and systems for the automotive industry. Responsible for implementing and leading the continuous improvement efforts to deliver safety, cost, delivery, and quality. Drove P&L improvements and reported weekly and monthly performance to leadership team in France for two locations.Implemented preventative maintenance system and critical spare inventory to improve equipment reliability and uptime.Drove SIOP process to right size staffing and reduce back log by 84%.Implemented a new plant layout which improved material flow and defined pedestrian walkways for employee safety.Implemented cycle count process with focus on top 80%.Utilized 80/20 approach for layered process audits resulting in improved first time quality.Premier Forge Group LLC / Portland, IN March 2022 March 2024Vice President, Supply ChainRecruited by CEO for a 2-year assignment to implement standard business processes, drive waste out of the value stream, and develop a high-performance team. Premier Forge is a $100M portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital with facilities located in Indiana, Kentucky, and California. Premier Forge provides high-value, complex forgings for blue-chip OEMs primarily in the transportation, oil & gas, construction, mining, agricultural, aerospace, and defense markets. Premier Forges capabilities include comprehensive forging processes complemented by in-house design and engineering, material expertise, product machining, and heat-treating services.Led steel negotiations with top suppliers keeping inflation flat in 2023 with a planned reduction of -4.1% in 2024.Improved payment terms by $2.0M.Developed outsourcing initiative for machining and pin bore operations which saved $300K annually and idled antiquated equipment.Implemented a 12-month rolling forecast process to align demand with manufacturing capabilities.Initiated weekly S&OP meetings.Established inventory reduction initiative and reduced raw material by $900,000.MILSCO LLC / Milwaukee, WI August 2018 March 2022Vice President, Operations & Supply ChainLed strategic oversight of $145M in global operations, quality, and supply chain for suspension and static seating solutions in the material handling, heavy motorcycle, and turf care markets. Managed 750 employees across 7 facilities in Wisconsin, Michigan, Georgia, Alabama, UK, India, and Mexico. Developed manufacturing strategies and implemented KPIs, facilitated S&OP, and capacity planning. Drove quality standardization across locations. Spearheaded performance checks to assess scrap output, failing KPIs, staffing, capacity, and continuous improvement pipeline. Transitioned manufacturing to optimal locations to drive cost reductions exceeding $1M annually. Facilitated companywide best practice communication initiatives. Hired top talent, developed leaders, and drove succession planning. Managed supplier terms to optimize cash flow.Developed supply chain team, integrated 2 commodity managers, and hired logistics associate, compliance officer, and team lead.Led negotiations with existing suppliers to improve payment terms from 45 to 60 days with top suppliers.Strategized supply chain, enhancing material flow by aligning core competencies of suppliers through reallocation of manufacturing and fulfillment, improved working capital by $3M while boosting quality, delivery, and VAVE activity.Implemented best practices to identify and improve customer scorecards.Earned back partnership with John Deere and awarded new business due to enhanced performance during pandemic.Created reward system to engage and empower employees in safety, quality, and process improvements.TROSTEL LTD / Lake Geneva, WI July 2015 August 2018Vice President, OperationsRejoined organization at request of Marshall Street Capital for a 3-year contract to turn around the Mexico operation and ready enterprise for sale. Managed 3 locations in US and Mexico with $70M in revenue and 300 employees. Partnered with C-suite and VP of Technology in investor presentations and M&A due diligence. Rebuilt procurement SOPs, instituted KPIs, managed QA / QC, and steered manufacturing workflows for rubber compounding and molding facilities. Restored partnerships with key customers.Transformed Mexican facility suffering from lack of leadership and structure by reinstituting best practices, strategic playbook, and revitalizing relationships with former top talent to improve and stabilize team management.Rebuilt equipment preventative maintenance program and improved on time execution from 42% to 88%.Relaunched cellular methodologies to reduce labor and tool damage.Developed a 3-month rolling staffing and throughput plan to support sales, track schedule attainment, and productivity by labor hour which increased OTD from 28% to over 90%.Improved mold utilization from 82% to 99.2% by repairing damaged tools and cavities.Reduced premium freight in 2015 to 2016 by 77%.CHEMTOOL INC / Rockton, IL April 2012 July 2015Vice President, Operations & Management SystemsImplemented standardized business practices and drove step function improvements for an independently run division of grease and metal working fluids within the Lubrizol Corporation. Managed 7 locations in North America, Brazil, United Kingdom, and Belgium. Led a team of over 300 employees, producing $325M in revenue.Developed an Integrated Management System to provide focus on key processes and compliance.Decreased $6.4M of aging inventory and reduced $3M of purge grease annually by reengineering the offload system, eliminating the generation scrap.Managed the design and implemented grease manufacturing equipment in Brazil to support the lithium grease market.Implemented enterprise resource planning (ERP) tool to eliminate antiquated excel processes and leveraged level-loading and theory of constraints to boost on-time in-full (OTIF) delivery from 60.8% to 92%.Reused supplier skids to reduce pallet consumption by $100K and implemented premium freight approval process to reduce expenses by $700K.TROSTEL LTD / Lake Geneva, WI August 1995 April 2012Director of Manufacturing (20082012)Earned progressive promotions throughout tenure, becoming subject matter expert (SME) in rubber molding, metal stamping, cellular manufacturing, zinc phosphating, and more. Served as change agent to facilitate strategic plant consolidations, continuous process improvements, scrap enhancements, and KPIs to improve organizational performance.Led the transfer product to Mexico on time and to budget, resulting in a $1.7M EBIT improvement.Brought 8.7M parts in-house for zinc phosphating, saving $400K annually of PPV.Led the transition to cellular manufacturing, resulting in $2.4M annualized labor improvement and earned the Wisconsin Forward Award.Received the 2009 RMA Safety Improvement Award for a behavioral-based safety system that incorporated a warm-up program, 6S, and capital improvements for ergonomics.Previous Trostel roles include Metal Stamping and Molding Plant ManagerEDUCATIONSouthern Illinois University; Carbondale, IL: Bachelor of Science / Industrial TechnologySouthern Illinois University; Carbondale, IL: Associate of Science / Aviation Maintenance TechnologyMilwaukee School of Engineering; SigMax Solutions: Black Belt CertificateFEDERAL AVIATION CERTIFICATESAirframe & Power Plant License757, 727, DC-9 Taxi Certified |
