Development Manufacturing
Resume:
LISA MATWIJIW
abo0du@r.postjobfree.com Boulder, Colorado
Successful engineering professional with advanced experience leading Project Management, Development and
Manufacturing in multiple consumer product industries. Directed marketing, design, graphics, packaging and
manufacturing teams through project life cycles from concept inception through product launches. Unique blend of
methodical and technical experience driving process and development efficiencies, functional design analysis,
product sourcing, product cost and tool budgeting, product planning, and injection mold tooling. Extensive
manufacturing experience in both the US and Asia-Pacific regions. Thrives on working in a fast paced environment
with the ability to rapidly assimilate job requirements, innovate, increase efficiencies and work to resolve issues and
achieve project deadlines. Dedicated to working hard, communication, organization, and being a team leader with a
devotion to corporate success.
Pattern Making/Fit Testing Product Innovation Sourcing
Material Development Injection Molding Product Planning
Footwear Development Marketing Strategy Design Analysis / Improvements
International Communication Process Efficiency Cost /Budget Analysis
TECHNOLOGICAL EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE
Software: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, MS Office Suite, CATIA V5, CATIA V4
Machinery: Injection Molding, Pad Printing Machine, Rapid Prototyping SLA, CNC, Drill Press, Blade Die-Cutting
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CROCS, INC., Niwot, CO 2010-Present
Leading company in injection molded footwear, hybrid construction and relaxing comfort.
Senior Product Development Manager Kids Shoe Division
Effectively managed the Crocs kids program for multiple successful seasons from conceptual design through
manufacturing release with Asia counterparts and US.
Developed Kids Licensed and Non-Licensed product from design concept through manufacturing release,
including last development, 3D CAD analysis, sample teardown, fit testing and final confirmation approval.
Popular selling 2011/2012 styles include Kids Hover Sneaks and Hi-Tops, Dawson Sneaker and Clog
Licensed products.
Lead developer of innovation. Started the development for the successful Crocs Chameleons franchise
with the induction of the Crocs Chameleons Clog and Shirley. Sales between these two initial styles
grossed over $1.0MM in the first 4 weeks of sales and launched one year ahead of initial schedule.
Developed alternative to PVC on kids non-licensed and licensed footwear removing all PVC material out of
Crocs shoes by 2013 product lines.
Worked in Crocs China manufacturing facilities for 4 months in 2010/2011 developing new product and
gaining a multitude of knowledge in shoe manufacturing and Crocs/supplier processes including EVA
injection, upper pattern making, last development, multiple shoe assembly processes and textile, rubber,
PVC micro-injection, LED and PU manufacturing.
Specially tasked by upper management to drive and create the process flow for the Jibbitz accessories line
and Jibbitz by Crocs footwear in conjunction with developing all 2012/2013 Jibbitz Accessories
(including purses, cell phone cases and gift/novelty items) and Jibbitz by Crocs shoes sold in Target stores
across the United States.
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MATTEL, INC., El Segundo, CA 2004-2010
The world s largest toy company and Fortune Magazine s Best 100 companies to work for.
Project Management Specialist Boys Division - Hot Wheels
Dedicated to effectively managing US design, graphics, marketing, and packaging teams as well as Asia-Pacific
manufacturing teams to successfully launch new Hot Wheels Adult Collector premium product lines.
Recruited by upper management to be one of three people to pilot the Mattel development hybrid program,
which involved combining cross-functional roles and training colleagues and new hires in the areas of
product development engineering, manufacturing and costing.
Successfully launched a minimum of 5 different Adult Collector lines with a minimum of 35 toys per line
each year, 0 to 1 week prior to required launch avail targets, 2% below target costs and within an average
operating profit of 48%.
Conducted the relocation of Hot Wheels most premium toy line (The Red Line Club) from China to
Thailand by moving manufacturing resources and spending 6 weeks in Asia, at the request of plant GM, to
train the production staff and optimize production operations this led to an average overall product cost
savings of 10%.
Took part in the first successful overseas Concept Approval milestone decreasing development lead times
from 4 weeks to 1 week.
Effectively negotiated and cultivated relationships between China, Malaysia and Thailand development and
manufacturing teams to mirror each other s successful digital tool development, streamline the design
process and decrease tool costs and capital investment by 10%.
Developed a pad printing template and graphic fusion database to educate project management, graphic and
design colleagues for effectively cost targeting new projects and maintaining existing project costs.
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION, Redondo Beach, CA 2003-2004
Mechanical Design Engineer Ground Support
Designed and developed ground support equipment for satellite component integration and testing by generating 3D
modeling, full blue prints, leading supplier in component fabrication and safety testing and integration colleagues
through installation requirements and component usage.
CHRYSLER LLC, Auburn Hills, MI 2002-2003
Lead Product Management Engineer Interior Trim and Overhead Systems
Managed product development, tooling, supplier communication and manufacturing for the interior trim and
overhead systems of the 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2003 Dodge Ram Van, and 2003 Dodge Ram Truck.
EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
BS Mechanical Engineering (Emphasis - Computer-Aided Design), Oakland University, Auburn Hills. MI
Being A Leader: Everyone s Role, Mattel Leadership Development Center
Managing Across Cultures, Mattel Leadership Development Center
ACTIVITIES
Athletic Cycling (Road/Mtn), Running, Swimming, Volleyball, Yoga, Climbing, Adventure Racing,
Snowboarding
Volunteer - Team In Training & Hike For Discovery/LLS, Camp No Limits (camp for kids with limb loss)
Artistic - Graphic Design, Freelance Illustration, Paper Art, and Photography
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