Manager Project

Plant, Operations and Project Management

Dynamic, decisive, high-energy manufacturing operations leader with an

exemplary track record of accomplishments and success in achieving

functional strategic objectives, cost, productivity and delivery goals

within a diverse range of manufacturing environments. Demonstrated ability

to leverage deep knowledge and understanding of lean and six sigma

principles with expertise in developing and implementing measurable and

actionable operational strategies. Highly disciplined and resourceful team

leader with the exceptional capacity to analyze and extract exact solutions

from broad issues and to empower, motivate and mentor teams for successful

resolution. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to work with

diverse, cross-functional groups while inspiring confidence at all levels.

Career Accomplishments

. Improved operational efficiencies with measurable performance results

in the improvement of on-time delivery by over 40% and the doubling of

inventory turns.

. Lowered OSHA recordable injuries from five to zero through ongoing

continuous improvement initiatives in operational efficiencies and

employee awareness and development.

. Increased sales by 20% as a direct result of streamlined production

operations that succeeded in reducing manufacturing costs and improved

delivery lead-times.

. Considered subject matter expert in lean manufacturing principles and

initiatives and applying that expertise towards improving operational

efficiencies across a diverse range of supply chain processes and

functions.

. Strong strategic and tactical skills in planning and execution through

solid leadership and management; accustomed to being held accountable

to executive level performance standards.

. Technically skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, SAP and

Manguistics software.

Areas of Expertise

Manufacturing & Operations Management ? Lean Manufacturing ? Six Sigma

Greenbelt

Project Management ? New Product Development ? Continuous Process

Improvement

Change Leadership ? Problem Resolution & Analysis ? Team Leadership &

Development

Business Continuity Planning ? Strategic Planning ? KPI & Metrics

Definition

Time Management ? Budget Management ? Resource Allocation

Professional Experience

EMERSON DANIEL MEASUREMENT & CONTROL, Houston, TX 2007-2009

Emerson Daniel is a global leader in providing process flow management

products, systems and services to the oil and gas industry.

Plant Manager Emerson (2008-2009)

Led a broad range of supply chain and logistics operations in achieving

revenue, cost, productivity, delivery, and customer service goals with

overall responsibility for directing manufacturing and world-wide shipment

functions including materials management, production, demand planning,

sales and operational planning and quality assurance.

. Advanced employee competency and performance through the training and

implementation of master planning, production scheduling and one piece

flow dynamics.

. Operational improvements resulted in an increase in Shareholder Value

Add of 10 points.

Meter Tube Business Manager Emerson (2008)

Managed production schedule for the largest and most critical manufacturing

area of the plant including new line and

. Exemplary performance in this position resulted in promotion to

position of increased responsibility.

. Proven record of increasing sales through the execution of improved

operational processes

Operations Manager Emerson (2007-2008)

Provided managerial oversight of the domestic manufacturing operations and

international distribution of large volumes of petroleum off-loading and

fluid measurement systems.

. Applied Six-Sigma approach to improving processes within the

shipping/receiving department resulting in an increase in inventory

turns from one to three.

. Enforced uniform safety standards, holding vendor partners accountable

for adherence to safety policies and procedures.

APPLIED LEAN SOLUTIONS, Houston, TX 2007-2008

Independent Contract Project Manager

Project manager for a robust product development process targeted at

launching a major new product initiative. Coordinated the Design

Engineering, Marketing, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement and Customer

Service functional areas crucial for achieving project deadlines and

objectives.

JOHN DEERE TURF CARE, Raleigh, NC 1996-2006

John Deere is the world's leading manufacturer of farm equipment and also

produces and markets North America's broadest line of lawn and garden

tractors, mowers, golf course equipment, and other outdoor power products.

John Deere Landscapes provides irrigation equipment and nursery supplies to

landscape-service professionals across the United States.

Program Manager (2005-2006)

Promoted to Program Manager of a new, high-profile commercial mowing

product line with full product development accountability for all

Marketing, Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality,

Customer Acquisition, Customer Service and Warranty strategies. Provided

team training and guidance in the initial use of the enterprise product

development process.

. Led all aspects of product delivery project including team selection,

team building, financial analysis, contracts management and charters

within the Deere enterprise product delivery process.

. Successfully lowered product manufacturing costs to below threshold

levels through the evaluation of customer value analysis.

Strategic Manufacturing Manager (2001-2005)

Led and coordinated the Commercial and Consumer Division's strategic

initiatives targeted at the attainment of positive shareholder value add

(SVA) position through the implementation of lean manufacturing principles.

Deere production system project leader responsible for the attainment of

DPS certification.

. Reduced complete goods inventory by $1 billion, resulting in a 33%

increase to shareholder value.

. Reclaimed 60,000 sq. ft. of production floor space through the

development and implementation of TC Factory Master Plan - (12) Kaizen

events.

. Led Deere Production System DPS certification project; recipient of

the Division President's Award for performance excellence in DPS

implementation and certification.

Operations Manager (1999-2001)

Responsible for all Manufacturing Engineering, Weld Engineering, Tooling,

and Production operations for both the Commercial Mowing and Golf & Turf

product line.

. Maintained 100% attainment of scheduled ship dates while

simultaneously increasing annual factory productivity performance by

5%.

Factory Engineering Manager (1996-1999)

JOHN DEERE COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS, Augusta, GA 1991-1996

Manufacturing Engineer

Education and Professional Development

Tennessee Technological University, Cookeville, TN

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

Certifications:

Six Sigma Greenbelt ? ISO 9000 Auditor ? Lean/Six Sigma

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