Project Manager Six Sigma
Resume:
Lean Six Sigma Deployment Manager
Senior-level
professional with extensive operations experience - seeking challenging
opportunity.
Jay Watson
Tempe, AZ 85282
abhc9g@r.postjobfree.com
Summary:
. Earned University Degrees in Engineering Technology, Business
Administration, and HR Development with 30+ years of relevant experience
of which 5 years are in management
. Thorough understanding of Lean and 6-Sigma principles with appropriate
certifications - Lean Six Sigma Master [G.E.] and Six Sigma Black Belt
[Honeywell], Master Instructor [Motorola]
. Earned CEO Quality Award, Motorola 1993
. Experience in successfully deploying Continuous Improvement programs
(Lean and Six Sigma) in an operations environment - I have been part of
three (3) lean/ organization transformations
. Proven expertise facilitating Kaizen projects to achieve results
. Experience with Policy Deployment (Hoshin Planning)
Industry experience:
Chemicals/[pic]Petro-Chemicals, Electronics (Commercial and Aerospace),
Components, and Semiconductor Fab/ Manufacturing - Other (Metal working,
Machine Shop, and Foundry)
Professional History:
Lean Advocate / Operations and Management Consultant (2008 - present)
Share best practices with innovative website (case studies, report-outs):
www.freeleansite.com
. Through an intense 6-week "boot camp" process or executive consultation
session - lead and drive Lean activities with manufacturing organizations
. Facilitate projects to reduce waste, improve cycle time, increase working
capital turns, improve margin and achieve on time delivery
. Support management in identifying key improvement priorities to enhance
Site and Corporate performance in the eyes of all stakeholders
. Provide advisory and consulting services to clients in the areas of
strategic planning; Champion development, project and program management,
performance metrics, plant layout, supplier relationships, cost
reduction, team building, and gain sharing
Project and facilitation experience in a heavily matrixed environment with
several organizations ...
Orbital Sciences Corporation, (ORB), Chandler, AZ (2007-2008)
Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Led the site's Continuous Improvement activities and developed the local
management and training delivery support (seminars, webpage, newsletters,
benchmarking, et al)
. Facilitated key improvement activities through both production and non-
production Kaizens (i.e. improved IPT Drawing release process from 2
weeks to 4 days)
. Worked closely with senior leadership in the organization to align
strategic business goals with product direction and operational
capabilities, managed Orbital Lean Enterprise (Toyota Production System).
Watson, 2/3
Honeywell Aerospace Division, (HON) Phoenix, AZ (2006-2007)
(Contract position - Manpower) Manufacturing Lean Coach
Main focus of the role was to create cost saving initiatives for globally
disbursed operations.
. As Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) Lean specialist, developed Lean
management operating system (based on Toyota Production System) within
local manufacturing plant performing Aircraft/ Aerospace repair and
overhaul work content to:
1) Manage three Kaizen events (small projects) a week w/ associated
training materials;
2) Solicit individual contributions through employee suggestions,
3) Train and certify Lean Enterprise leaders to conduct Kaizen events.
. Led and implemented annual plan via Standard Implementation Foundation
(SIF) (Standard work, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kanban, Set-up reduction,
Poka-yoke etc.)
. Developed reward and recognition/ promotional campaigns: "Tempe
Tremendous Together" - Bulletins, Newsletters, Team recognition
activities, Team member T-Shirts.
Results from 45 Kaizen events completed:
1. $2.1 Million in productivity realized (OTD, past dues, inventory
reductions)
2. 105 employees trained in Lean foundations
3. Over 50 employee suggestions developed worth over $100,000 in cost
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Flowserve Corporation, (FLS) World Headquarters, Dallas, TX (2004-2006)
Corporate MBB/ Division Manager - C.I. Process (Lean / Six Sigma) 50%
travel
Continually developed self and Site coaches ...
. Worked closely with local Lean champions to introduce and sustain a Lean
Culture
a. Ensured Lean methods and tools are accepted and implemented at
assigned locations
b. Provided subject matter expertise on Lean tools on-site.
. Identified and executed supply chain strategies, enabling the Corporation
to save (USD) $20Million annually in direct and indirect spend, with
appropriate improvement in the Corporation's profit margins and cash
flow.
. Consolidated several North America (N/A) plant operations (Flowserve
subsidiaries) and reduced costs by removing wastes and duplication of
effort.
. Managed oversight of the N/A Business Unit production operation function
including developing and maintaining common performance metrics -
operating income, cash flow, on-time delivery, revenue growth, copq,
cycle time, et al
. Reviewed and ensured that the appropriate financial metrics were
monitored and that proper fiscal controls were in place to maximize
project cost savings.
General Electric Co., (GE) -Operational Services (Consulting Group) (2000-
2003)
Operations Consultant (Lean / Six Sigma Master Black Belt) 100% travel
Supported regional and local external partners to train and develop
employees on Lean methods
. Worked closely with senior leadership in the organization to align
strategic business goals with product direction and operational
capabilities, developed strategic relationships with targeted global
Customer base in US and Europe.
. Had oversight of the Business Unit logistics function including
developing and maintaining inventory through Lean tools i.e. - Kanban/
Flow/ Takt/ Pull/ Visual Factory/ Poka-Yoke et al
As Project Manager, discussed and determined client needs, from a business,
human resource development, and technical perspective.
. Functioned as cross-functional matrix based team leader for DFSS/ DMAIC
research, proposal development, manufacturing, quality, test, and project
activity.
. Managed several Lean Six Sigma Black Belt projects worth over $120,000.00
each (gain)
Watson, 3/3
Honeywell Aerospace Division, (HON) Phoenix, AZ (1998-2000)
Project Manager (Black Belt) - On-site Supplier Development 100% travel
Created and managed comprehensive LSS training and coaching to site
improvement teams
. Prepared training packages, trained and coached site employees on the use
of techniques and principles of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing
. Ensured and tracked the results and means to achieve the improvement
action plan
. Championed key Aerospace division supply chain initiatives: reverse
auctions, product family rationalization, balanced performance
indicators, supplier qualification/ audit programs, special purchase
order conditions (SPOC)/ contractual flow-down methods.
. Integrated large scale cost savings and championed driving those through
Honeywell aerospace business units. Supported enterprise initiatives and
developed global sourcing strategies with 31% total price point
reductions for grouped commodities (fabricated assemblies, brackets,
tubes, springs, and stampings).
. Through multi-year long term contract agreements (LTA), insured suppliers
were held accountable for meeting continuous improvement initiatives both
from a strategic and tactical perspective including lead time reduction,
flexibility to schedules, quality improvement, inventory reduction, and
cost reduction on a year over year basis.
. Led implementation teams returning on average $2.2 to $1 benefit/ cost
ratio.
Co-Founder, Team Training Technologies Inc., (private) Phoenix, AZ (1988-
1998)
Prepared training packages, trained and coached site
employees on the use of techniques and principles of Lean Manufacturing and
Six Sigma quality methods ...
As Practice Director, responsible for supplier/customer relationships ...
. Had primary responsibility for Marketing, Customer growth, and/or follow-
on business.
. Responsible for financial performance in profitability and investment.
. Provided resources and estimates to support preparation of new business
proposals.
. Led sales including initial contact and entry of prospects, coordination
of sales contracts, development of new campaigns; conference/ trade
shows.
. Developed, delivered outstanding training and consulting for business and
industry.
. Maintained on-going relationships with clients to continually reassess
and support organizational improvement efforts through key performance
indicators (KPI).
12 years progressively responsible technical roles as an
IE/Manufacturing/ME, Lean Manufacturing or Business improvement Manager in
high-volume, product-mix environments:
AlliedSignal (missile guidance systems) QA Program Manager
1985-1987
Goodrich Aerospace (data processors) Production Engineer 1981-
1985
Siemens (semiconductors) I.E. 1980-1981
Storage Technology (computers) I.E. 1978-1980
GTE (communications/ multiplexers) I.E. 1975-1978
Professional Achievements:
-
Author, Lean, On Me Resource Notebook published by Improvement Initiatives
- Speaker, ISSSP North America conference
- "DMAIC and the Teachable Hour"
- Created and published www.freeleansite.com
- Managing
Editor, Annual Project Review and monthly newsletters for LSS community
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