Engineer Manager

william R. Wood

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Greenville, SC 29615

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Manufacturing / Engineering Leader

Asset Leader, "Manufacturing Superintendent," and Engineer with

demonstrated success in improving efficiencies and reducing costs in a

Fortune 100 chemical company. Has a track record of steady advancement

with increasing levels of responsibilities. Recognized as being flexible

and adaptable to changing situations while still achieving company goals.

Able to lead, direct and support employees to reach fullest potential and

achieve company goals. Strengths include a strong sense of ownership,

excellent crisis management, ability to change leadership styles based on

situation, and a dedication to meeting and exceeding both internal and

external customer expectations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Mitsubishi polyester film, Greer, SC 1987 - 12/2009

Asset Team Leader (1/1997 - 12/2009)

Responsible for two polyester film lines producing 36M pounds annually with

an operating budget of $8.2M. Provide leadership and direction to 24

production and 8 salaried employees.

. Initiated and implemented cost reductions that saved $2.5M from a

total budget of $8.2M.

. Identified and implemented a process that consumes 4.5M lbs. of waste

saving over $2.5M annually.

. Identified and installed new technology that eliminated the need for a

.5M dollar expenditure

. Developed and successfully mentored cross-functional production teams

to achieve goals.

. Analyzed data from self and team members' assessments to structure

improvement plans.

. Facilitated the commercialization of new products and processes that

supported market strategy.

. Developed the advanced certification requirements for Tentering and

Slitting employees.

. Developed and implemented a restructuring effort that utilized staff

in a more cost effective manner.

. Provided "hands on" guidance for daily activities through a

significant floor presence.

Senior Asset Engineer (1/1990 - 1/1997)

Responsible for providing the overall support of a 12M lb. Polyester film

line. Elements included safety of 13 operators, daily production,

troubleshooting, maintenance, budget compliance, and personnel issues.

. Implemented a $7M upgrade that yielded unique and world-class

capabilities to an older film line.

. Developed process and installed equipment to directly recycle raw

materials saving $2M per year.

. Refined process and removed impediments to yield an 11% increase in

film produced.

. Implemented new technology and processes obtained from overseas

partners.

. Initiated, completed and integrated findings from time studies that

reduced changeover time by 38%.

. Developed and implemented a hot oil disconnect that reduced

installation time by 10%.

. Coached and mentored 4 operating teams in the empowerment process with

emphasis on decision-making.

. Participated in and corrected findings identified from Process Hazard

Analysis efforts.

William R. Wood

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Development Engineer (6/1987 - 1/1990)

Responsible for the successful development and transfer of new products and

processes. Items included customer acceptance, machine capability and

efficiency and employee safety.

. Had ownership of the HDDC Professional Video Base film program.

. Assisted in the successful upgrade and conversion of a polyester film

line.

. Performed installation and technology transfer of an R&D coextrusion

process to a production environment.

milliken & COMPANY, Marietta, SC 1984 - 6/1987

Dye Floor Department Manager (4/1987 - 6/1987)

Accountable for the overall management of 16 dye machines, 3 Supervisors

and 13 operators on 3 shifts.

Advance finishing Process Engineer (5/1985 - 4/1987)

Responsible for product quality, machine efficiencies and the development

of process improvements on two Monfort pin tenters, a Passat range and a

double knit slitter.

Shift Supervisor (6/1984 - 4/1985)

TRAINING

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Six Sigma

ISO Compliance

Behavioral Safety

Manufacturing Statistics

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

American Institute of Chemical Engineers

EDUCATION

Masters of Organizational Management

Southern Wesleyan University, Central, SC

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

Clemson University, Clemson, SC

References availabe upon request

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