D A N I E L S C I N T O

*** **** **** *****, **** NV 89523 775-***-**** Email: acsna0@r.postjobfree.com

A seasoned professional with the proven ability of leading change and innovation in diverse organizations. Possess 20+ years of experience in creating a culture of continuous improvement (CI). Capable of teaching Lean operational methodologies, and has launched startup operations, domestic outsourcing, and has led CI in existing management structures. Industries include defense, automotive, welding, injection molding of plastics, and distribution. Able to work beyond theoretical ideals using experience in implementing and managing critical manufacturing operational management objectives in rapidly evolving and changing environments.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SUREFIRE LLC, Fountain Valley, CA Privately Held 10/2010 – Present

Director of Operations -Reno

Responsible for leading change and strategic initiatives targeting market expansion and cost reductions. Established manufacturing operations used to launch new product innovations including company owned and domestic outsourcing. Solid experience with operational leadership geared to profit and loss, all HR functions, and quality product performance. The current remote operation is the corporate flag ship for lean manufacturing and distribution.

-Doubled output and revenue for three consecutive years: 56K units in year one, to 126K units year three.

-Annual average gross income per employee is just under $1M, with annual operational costs < 31% of gross sales.

-Achieved a 5.23 sigma quality level using six sigma quality management and related improvements.

-Zero safety incidents historically, achieving a 5.23 sigma level quality level, and have reduced costs 4300K annually for three consecutive years.

..(Reason for pursuing other opportunities: desire working for a firm in an emerging industry)

TriNet Group, San Leandro, CA Privately Held 3/09-10/10

MANAGER

Responsible for coordinating cross functional business process innovation for a leading Professional Employer Organization (PEO). Utilized continuous improvement principles related to processes. Projects included external change management and internal process improvement, with a focus on systematic compliance to standard human resource human capital management.

-Led process and system change to comply with ARRA requirements related to COBRA

-Led project focused on improving the retirement fund management for 122,000 full time EE’s

-Led CRM program enhancement for field service orders.

(Reason for leaving: Pursue Surefire opportunity)

Jarden Corporation, Reno, NV Public 371 in Fortune 500 4/2006-5/2008

DIRECTOR of DISTRIBUTION

Responsible for turning around a failing start-up organization. Reported to the V.P. of Operations and tasked with developing and implementing innovative solutions to repetitive problems affecting customer experience and employment rights issues. The operation transitioned from shipping late to shipping on time, inventory turn improvement and overall reduction, and, utilizing value stream mapping, improved inventory accuracy rate.

-Initial focused was on inventory management and control; improved inventory accuracy to 84% and reduced stale orders to <5 days.

-Implemented key metrics management; reduced headcount by 22% and seasonal temporary staff by 80%.

-Implemented a performance management system to build differentiation among employees and managed out poor performers in line with state and federal guidelines.

(Reason for leaving – Merger restructuring)

Publisher’s Group West, Reno, NV Privately Held 4/2003 – 7/2005

DIRECTOR of OPERATIONS

Reported to the V.P., tasked with implementing lean management principles focused on process and customer relations improvement in preparation for merger and acquisition. Operation relocated after acquisition.

-Managed process improvement / redesign; 5% headcount reduction, 67% improvement in ship accuracy

-Implemented performance management system that provided reduction in force based on performance

-Implemented safety management program that resulted in a 38% reduction in work place incidents

(Reason for leaving – Organization consolidated and moved to Indiana)

Amazon.com, Fernley, NV Public 49 in fortune 500 10/2001 – 4/2003

Operations Manager

Responsible for bringing innovative lean principles focused on process improvement. Implemented continuous improvement based Six Sigma methodologies, leveraging data to identify problematic processes.

-Led implementation of Target.com merchandise into the Amazon.com process management system.

-Led efforts focused on business compliance and continuous improvement initiatives

-Established process balancing and inventory initiatives that contributed to Inventory Accuracy >98%

(Reason for leaving – Reduce commute time, 60 minutes one way)

New United Motor Mfg. Inc., Fremont, CA Joint Venture, GM and Toyota 9/1991 – 9/2000

Manager

Responsible for implementing, utilizing, and leading continuous improvement efforts in an innovative manufacturing and assembly operation. Reported to Japanese and American executive leaders in developing the operational enhancements related to the Toyota Production and Human Resource Systems.

-Labor Relations Manager; implemented Toyota HR Systems process controls to reduce grievance / arbitration issues and rebuild text book union/management relations.

-Manager Assistant, Manufacturing, created and implemented waste reduction projects and utilized all facets of the Toyota Production System.

-Just-in-time pull system, reduced conveyance 28%.

-Manager; developed process and controls to manage critical process in new manufacturing facility, and developed corporate group leader development program.

General Dynamics Missile Systems Division, Pomona CA Public 92 in Fortune 500 11/1982 – 9/1991

SKILLS

- Proficient PC skills. Expert in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project Management, Visio and PeopleSoft

- Professional presentation and training

- Organizational trainer and coach for mentoring and effective communication

- College level instructor, Diablo Valley Community College

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelors of Science in Business

Six Sigma, Total Quality Management, Statistical Process Control, Project Management and People Skills Trainer

MBA Jack Welch Management Institute (target completion is 2017).

AFFILIATIONS

Northern Nevada Human Resource Association (NNHRA)

American Society for Quality (ASQ)

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