Drake Schrage

*** ***** **** *****, *********, TX 76005

+1-832-***-**** ad3vw5@r.postjobfree.com

http://www.linkedin.com/in/drake-schrage-43a43813

Manufacturing / Operations Executive: VP /Director Cross Geographical & Culture Team Integrator Strategic Business Unit Development & Execution Savvy Operational Leader with an indelible reputation for delivering inventive operations/manufacturing strategies in US and Mexico Operations, focused on client solutions that improve margins. Recognized for transforming operation systems profitability and productivity in the US and Mexico. Broad experience building profitable manufacturing operations, growth business lines, cultural transformation and streamlined operational sites. Mobilizes top-tier talent to create a high performing culture that consistently delivers results.

Strategic Business Planning and Execution

Cultural Transformation Operations

Complex Change Management

High Productivity with Collaborative Approachability

Expertise in Mexico and US Manufacturing

Fiscal Accountability and P&L Management

Cross-Cultural Talent Training and Development

Risk Management and Mitigation

Performance Metrics Management

Budget and Cost Controls

Expert Technical Knowledge in Injection Molding

Expertise in Profile Extrusion and Blow Molding

Experience in Mold Design and Mold building

Process Development and Troubleshooting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Atkore Dallas, TX (Brown Field Start-up) December 2022 – Present PVC & HDPE Pipe & Conduit manufacturer, 1 Site w/2 divisions, $185M Revenue, 450 Employees, 500K Sq. Ft. Operations Director/Sr. Plant Manager (Reported to VP of Operations) Responsible for a Brown Field start-up operation consisting of three separate business units and three different business models based on the specific manufacturing process for: PVC water pressure pipe; HDPE pressure pipe and electrical conduit; and Injection molding electrical products and connectors.

• Day-to-Day leadership responsibility over the brown field start-up operation of the manufacturing and a large yard storage operation for pipe and conduit. Leading the staff hiring and lean culture implementation, to set the tone for the lean leadership behaviors for the start.

o Current responsibilities are planning and coordinating the start-up timeline, hiring staff, setting the culture with on board training and developing a Bridge timeline across all three separate business units to identify and drive the critical path. Revenue $220M

1 – MFG Site

1 – Dist. Yard

450 Employees

9 Direct Reports

Drake Schrage

897 Birds Fort Trail, Arlington, TX 76005

+1-832-***-**** ad3vw5@r.postjobfree.com

http://www.linkedin.com/in/drake-schrage-43a43813

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Continued….

Lennox International /ADP Grenada, MS December 2020 – December 2022 HVAC Manufacturing, 2 Sites, $195M Revenue, 1,100 Employees, 450K Sq. Ft. Operations Director (Reported to Sr. VP of Operations) Selected by Lennox International to Lead a strategic turnaround for the manufacturing site in Grenada, MS including one distribution warehouse, with a staff of 7 direct reports and 1,100 total associates. Managing a coils manufacturing operation with diverse metal manufacturing and assembly processes, Metal Stamping, Tube Expansion, Brazing, Manual Assembly, etc.

• Leadership responsibility for the Day-to-Day operations at the manufacturing site and distribution warehouse. Leading the turnaround process and cultural transformation of the operations. Taking the operation from the current state to a progressive manufacturing future state including strategic planning and execution, increased profitability, and operational efficiency, reducing waste and streamlining the operations. Build a supply chain strategy that meets the company strategy, performance objectives and customer expectations.

o Increased productivity by 15% in the last 3 months. o Achieved schedule attainment results from 60% OTD to a current 85% in 3 months. o Implemented safety culture changes that have driven the TRIR down from 1.85 to 0.8. COLLINS AEROSPACE Nogales, Sonora Mexico (Turnaround and Sold) January/2017 – December/2020 Aerospace Seating Manufacturer for Commercial Aircraft, 3 Sites, $275M Revenue, 1,200 Employees, 650K Sq. Ft. VP and GM of Operations (Reported to Sr. VP of Operations) Selected by Collins Aerospace to Lead the hands-on responsibility of a strategic turnaround for 2 manufacturing sites in Mexico and 1 distribution warehouse in the US, with a staff of 8 direct reports and 1,200 total associates. Managing a diverse set of processes, Composite molding, Manual finishing, Decoration, Cut and sew, Gluing/Adhesion, Manual assembly, etc.

• Complete responsibility for hands- On Day-to-Day operations of two manufacturing sites in Mexico and one distribution warehouse in the US. Led the turnaround process and cultural transformation of the manufacturing operations. Strategic planning and execution, increased profitability and operational efficiency, reduced waste and streamlined the operations. Develop a supply chain strategy that meets the company strategy, performance objectives and customer expectations.

o Increased productivity by 25%.

o Achieved delivery results from 48% OTD to 95%.

o Transformed Operational results from -12% EBIT to +5% as a cost center. o Maximized production control increasing schedule attainment to 98%. o Implemented a safety culture that drove the TRIR down from 3.5 to 0.8. Revenue $275M

2 - Mexico Sites

1 - US Site

1200 Employees

8 Direct Reports

Revenue $195M

1 – MFG Site

1 – Dist. WH

1100 Employees

7 Direct Reports

Drake Schrage

897 Birds Fort Trail, Arlington, TX 76005

+1-832-***-**** ad3vw5@r.postjobfree.com

http://www.linkedin.com/in/drake-schrage-43a43813

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Continued….

STANDEX INTERNATIONAL Nogales, Sonora México (Turnaround and Sold) June/2015 – January/2017 Commercial Cooking Equipment OEM, 3 Sites, $195M Revenue, 900 Employees, 500K Sq. Ft. VP and GM of Operations (Reported to Division President) Held a pivotal role in the consolidation of business units to form a single operating unit in the Mexico operation while turning around the profitability and creating a customer centric culture based on quality and delivery. One manufacturing operation in Mexico and two distribution warehouses in the us (AZ and TX), with a staff of 7 direct reports and 900 total associates. Processes included Metal Stamping and fabrication, welding, manual assembly, product testing.

• Responsible for the transformation of the manufacturing facility in Mexico and two warehouse and distribution operations in the US. Turnaround of the manufacturing operation and warehouse/distribution centers. Changed the organization culture into a lean thinking operation. Drove a strategic operation initiave to restructure the ERP/MRP system and Manufacturing Model to reduce waste and increse profitabiliy. o Managed the On-Time delivery crisis, OTD from 25% to 96%. o Reduced manufacturing overtime by 80%.

o Led the operation to record profitability from -2.9% EBIT to +15% EBIT. o Increased production with efficiencies rising from 35% to 87%. o Managed a safety culture change that drove the TRIR down from 10.2 to 0.6. IGLOO PRODUCTS Katy, Texas USA August/2011 – June/2015 Manufacturer and Marketer of Insulated Cooler Products, 4 Sites, $300M Revenue, 1200 Employees, 1.2M Sq. Ft. GM of Operations (Reported to Sr. VP of Operations and Distribution) The focus of this role was to provide strategic direction to the manufacturing operation. Change the culture and manufacturing model to increase output and eliminate warranty claims. Two manufacturing plants with two warehouse and distribution centers all in the US. Had a staff of six direct reports and 1200 total associates. 200 Injection and Blow molding machines and semi-automated assembly processes.

• Prime role was to develop a strategy to increse quality and output in the manufacturing operation. Implemented a lean stategy with tools to drive out waste. Develop a new manufacturing model that including lean manufacturing cells to increase efficiancy. o Delivered a 40% increase in productivity.

o Reduced finished goods inventory by 25%, savings of $12M in inventory. o Increased manufacturing profitability from 15% to 25% EBIT. o Eliminated 50% of WIP in production issues through a disciplined approach to planning.

o Implemented a safety strategy that improved TRIR by 50% from 1.8 to 0.9. Revenue $195M

1 – MFG Site

1 – Dist. WH

1100 Employees

7 Direct Reports

Revenue $300M

2 - Plants

2 - Warehouses

1200 Employees

7 Direct Reports

Drake Schrage

897 Birds Fort Trail, Arlington, TX 76005

+1-832-***-**** ad3vw5@r.postjobfree.com

http://www.linkedin.com/in/drake-schrage-43a43813

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Continued….

MAGNA INTERNATIONAL Guadalupe, Nuevo León México (Greenfield Start-up) May/2002 – August/2011 Automotive Electronic Modules and Exterior Mirrors, 2 Sites, $185M Revenue, 750 Employees, 300K Sq. Ft. GM of Operations (Reported to VP of Operations)

Responsible for the green field start-up of two separate manufacturing operations in Mexico. One electronic Module assembly operation and one injection molding and assembly operation. Incorporation of the company in Mexico and negotiating all pertinent permits required to operate in Mexico. Two manufacturing operation in Mexico, with a staff of 8 direct reports and 300 associates in Electronics and 450 associates in Injection molding and assembly.

• Main resposibility was to find a site and execute the lease. Incorpoate the business in Mexico. Start-up and operate 2 green field manufacturing opeartions. Hire the staff. Developing the Manufacturing strategy. Implement systems. Train all personnel. Develop the manufacuring model for the operations.

o Successful start-up of a greenfield electronics operation, on time and within budget. o In-sourced all injection molded products - product cost savings of 15%. o Reduction of quality defects from 5% to 0.8% with six-sigma tools. o Transferred $40M in Revenue on time, delivering to the customer 100% OTD. o Obtained ISO-9000 and subsequently TS-16949 certification for the operation within 18 months of start-up. Mattel Toys Santa Catarina, Nuevo León México April/1995 – May/2002 Consumer Goods, Toy assemblies, 2 Sites, $500M Revenue, 3500 Employees, 500K Sq. Ft. Director of Operations (Reported to President of Operations) Responsible for the day-to-day operation of a large toy assembly Maquilla operation in Mexico, as well as a warehouse and distribution center on the US side of the border. The operation consisted of 120 Injection Molding Machines, 15 Blow Molding machines, 2 Profile extruders and 25 assembly lines, with a staff of 10 direct reports and 3500 associates molding and assembly.

• Main resposibility was to manage the operation, implement Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement processes, Implement systems and provide technical training for associates in the molding operations.

o Expanded the operation from 250,000 Sq. Ft. to 500,000 Sq. Ft. o In-sourced all injection molded products – lowering production cost by 10%. o Reduction of quality defects from 8% to 0.5% with six-sigma tools. o Implemented a functional toolroom for mold repairs, o Developed an in -house school to develop Process and Tooling technicians. Resulting in a mold repair reduction of $250,000 in the first year.

o Modified the S&OP process to drive OTD from 50% to 98%. Revenue $500M

1 – Mexico site

1 – US Dist./WH

3500 Employees

10 Direct Reports

Revenue $185M

2 – Mexico sites

750 Employees

8 Direct Reports

Drake Schrage

897 Birds Fort Trail, Arlington, TX 76005

+1-832-***-**** ad3vw5@r.postjobfree.com

http://www.linkedin.com/in/drake-schrage-43a43813

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Continued….

Grad School - Universidad de Monterrey, San Pedro, NL Mex. Masters in business administration (MBA)

Undergraduate - Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, San Nicolas, NL Bachelors in mechanical engineering (BSME)

Undergraduate - Lake Michigan College, Benton Harbor, MI Associate degree in manufacturing technology

Green Belt – Lean Six/Sigma. / 100% Fluent in Spanish and Latin Culture AWARDS & PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

• Operation’s Excellence Award 2017 – Collins Aerospace

• President’s Award in 2015 and 2016 – Standex International

• Board of Director Member of the American Chamber of Commerce of Monterrey Mexico - 2000-2011. PUBLISHED WORKS

“Diseño de Componentes Plásticos para el Proceso de Inyección (Spanish Edition)” Published 2010 - ISBN-13: 978- 055*******; ISBN-10: 055******* (Injection Molding Plastic Product Design Manual)

“Leading Manufacturing Culture Change” Published 2020 - ISBN: 978-1-71673-994-1, ISBN: 978-1-71660-464-5

“Leadership: A Guide to Leadership Behavior” Published 2021 – ISBN: 978-1-38760-792-1

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