ANDY SHASHLO

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SUMMARY

Innovative Operations Executive with a strong background in manufacturing and turnarounds. Experienced in international operations, including facility and product launches as well as divestitures. Skilled at process improvement and generating increased revenues by combining technical competence with operations acumen. Recognized as an effective leader, delivering improved productivity and employee satisfaction. A proven track record in large multinational companies, as well as smaller entrepreneurial businesses. Ability to use data driven methodology to solve problems, then apply lean principles with TOC to move the process forward,

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Transformed Simonton Windows supply chain into a disciplined, results oriented team.

Applied human resource tools – succession planning, employee profiles, best in class hiring; lean manufacturing tools – value stream mapping, 5s, continuous improvement; quality tools – six sigma methodology, 8D’s, A3’s; and operational tools – TOC, OEE to create a culture of continuous improvement combined with the desire to win.

Implemented a new strategy integrating Suppliers and OEM into a manufacturing partnership.

Developed and launched Supplier Manufacturing Campus' in Chicago and Hermosillo with Ford Motor in partnership with thirty Tier I suppliers. Scope included new facilities, new products, logistics, manufacturing engineering and lean principles. Later expanded this strategy to operations throughout North America.

Improved Ford New Zealand’s net worth 325% through application of LEAN manufacturing principles. Business was struggling with no plans to improve or upgrade sales. Established Lean Manufacturing and operating principles, developed quality operating systems, reduced WIP and improved throughput. Tripled production and sales, increasing value of operation to $49M. Turnaround enabled Ford Motor Company to divest operation with profit.

Revitalized Ford Australia powertrain operation, curbing loses and generating profit.

Operation was losing $3M annually and struggling with quality. Created critical operating metrics that prioritized organizational resources. Revamped the management staff. Turned around the operation in one year, insuring a successful new product launch.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Simonton Windows, Columbus, OH 2007 to 2015

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OPERATIONS (2012-2015)

Promoted to SVP with additional responsibilities for New Product Development, Code and Regulatory, and Customer Service. Scope included eight direct reports, product test lab and eight manufacturing facilities with over 2000 associates.

Applied problem solving techniques to generate $6 million per year in material, logistics and labor savings.

Led a team that generated over $10 million in annual Synergy savings during a recent acquisition.

Guided the launch of a new vinyl patio door using Stage Gate as a project management process.

VICE PRESIDENT OPERATIONS - CORPORATE OFFICER (2007-2012)

Led all Supply Chain activities including vinyl extrusion, window and door manufacturing, sourcing and procurement, quality, logistics, human resources, engineering and finance.

Guided Simonton through the housing recession through plant consolidation and cost cutting.

Established a Quality Operating System, restructured Simonton's Logistics fleet, established a culture of continuous improvement and sharing of best practices.

Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, MI 1987 to 2007

ROUGE SITE MANAGER (2006-2007)

Managed Ford Motor's Rouge Complex including F-150 Truck Assembly, Body Stamping, I-4 Engine, and Tool Room. Operations included 6,500 people with annual sales of $6 billion.

EXECUTIVE MANUFACTURING LEAD - MILLENNIUM PROGRAM (2003-2006)

Led launch of 30 new development sites with 30 suppliers, generating $6 billion of products. Replicated in facilities throughout North America.

Successfully implemented Supplier Campus Process in North America, including sites in Hermosillo, Mexico, Toronto, Canada and Chicago.

DIRECTOR OF MANUFACTURING (2001-2002)

Led assembly operations for Explorer, Aviator, Ranger, Falcon and Lincoln-Mercury products.

DIRECTOR, MANUFACTURING BUSINESS OFFICE (2000-2001)

Directed strategic planning for worldwide manufacturing.

VICE PRESIDENT MANUFACTURING, FORD AUSTRALIA (1997-2000)

Managed powertrain, stamping, iron foundry, aluminum casting and assembly operations for international division with over 14,000 employees.

Established a culture of Continuous Improvement through the application of Lean Principles.

Led the launch of an all new Ford Falcon at best ever quality, productivity and delivery levels.

Turned around Ford Australia powertrain operation, curbing losses and generating profit.

MANUFACTURING PLANNING MANAGER, VEHICLE OPERATIONS (1987-1997)

Series of promotions with responsibility for vehicle production in various management positions.

EDUCATION

Harvard University, Cambridge, MA

MBA, Finance/Management

Harvard Business School

General Motors Institute, Flint, MI

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

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