Quality Assurance Manager

J.Rick Baran

Middletown, CT, USA residence

Suzhou, China work location

abostt@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

A positive, proactive and dynamic professional with strong business audit and technical acumen acquired during a global, diverse and rewarding career in operations manufacturing and audit/finance. Proven strategist with an ability to maximize opportunities for improvement and development arising from mergers, acquisitions, audits and process reviews.

CAREER SUMMARY

China Manufacturing Operations General Manager Suzhou, China,

Atlas Manufacturing, USA/CHINA

March 2010-present, contract

Report to VP Manufacturing

Lead an ever expanding team; be responsible for P&L, inventory control, forecasting, production planning and scheduling, distribution/logistics, shipping/receiving and improvements in manufacturing operations.

Created a more proactive and an efficient production and supply chain operation that is viewed as a strategic component of the business rather than strictly tactical; be a business partner on lean manufacturing events. Managed inventory levels to ensure on-time delivery and to continually reduce costs Oversee all phases of production tracking to ensure schedule compliance and predetermined ship dates are met Developed a plan to significantly upgrade any processes to become more of a lean/Six Sigma model. Evaluated all processes that support job shop design and fabrication to determine which can be improved internally versus placed externally with contract manufacturers Partnered across all disciplines to develop and implement on-going strategies and reduce costs in operations Was both a hands-on leader and strategic thinker to support changes and opportunities to best manage inventory control, production planning and scheduling, distribution, and shipping/ receiving Successfully facilitated a Kaizen Lean event, driving cross functional teams to implement change resulting in a streamline processes.Established and track/monitor business performance metrics to measure results and ensure continuous, sustainable improvement.Participated in the identification and implementation of new management tools, technology and strategies to help promote continuous improvement within 4 Chinese locations.Oversaw and direct Quality Assurance Managers for three facilities.

- Oversaw and validated execution of the Quality Assurance documentation area

- Lead and direct site Quality Assurance Managers in completion of operational QA, Safety and Training

Controller/ Acting GM at American Industrial Heat Transfer (truck radiator), VA

2009-March 2010 (contract)

Managed all aspects of the accounting functions, including cash, accounts receivable and payable, fixed assets, and payroll (including commissions), Lean operations

UTC 2002-2009

Manufacturing Operations, Finance Audit

Sikorsky Aircraft, CT, USA 2006-2009

ITAR, FAR, DCAA contracts expertise

Analyzed results of exceptions; reported and identified issues relating to client activity or administrative conduct

Led the development of the Risk Matrix and utilizing it for reporting purposes

Conducted 30- and 90-day reviews of new business to ascertain their success

Scheduled and monitored statutory reporting obligations to facilitate full compliance

Completed small-to-major audits of business units for critical acquisitions

Conducted risk assessments for business activities, as well as designed and implemented procedures to evaluate the effectiveness of controls

Undertook appraisals, inspections and investigations assigned by the Director of Internal Audit

Played a pivotal role as ACE (Six Sigma) Kaizen co-leader of continuous improvements

Staff Internal Operations Auditor at UT CO, Chinese Entities, Beijing 2005-2006

Prepared audit plans and audit programs to drive improvements and minimize internal control weaknesses

Conducted audits of all operational areas and key business processes and provided recommendations to senior management

Created maps of critical financial, business, and operational processes

Implemented environmental health and safety policies to minimize work related illnesses and injuries and to facilitate regulatory compliance

Collaborated with Chinese Labor representatives to enable the swift resolution of any grievances that arise

Consistently maintained demanding production schedules and cost objectives defined by customers and company program management

Business Practices Officer/SOX Coordinator

Pratt & Whitney, USA 2002-2005

Led the consolidation of newly acquired business unit involving managing a series of audits and initiatives to ensure compliance with SOX 404 and corporate standards

Provided guidance to staff and managers regarding the business practices and corporate policies, including the Code of Ethics

Conducted thorough investigations into any alleged violations of the Code and initiating appropriate corrective or disciplinary action in conjunction with the HR and Legal departments

Managed the realignment of purchasing and logistics department practices with material management initiatives compatible with US standards resulting in total cost savings of 40% over the initial quote

Operations Lean Manufacturing Manager, Pratt & Whitney, CT 2002

Managed multiple assembly departments for the manufacture of the F22 Raptor nozzle vertical take off

Initiated the implementation of a culture of team development by providing training to employees

Ensured the effective and efficient utilization of MRP resources in accordance with manufacturing requirements

Led the assembly departments to facilitate the delivery of ACE objectives and process refinements

The Hartford Insurance, CT, USA

2000-2002 AP Claims Coordinator

Managing a portfolio of claims covering 12 eastern states with approximately $4 million payout

Responsible for the implementation of work discipline and for benchmarking business practices and compliance

EDUCATION

BS: Statistics and Finance at Central Connecticut State University, USA

Graduated in 2000, minor INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING

MBA in Leadership at Albertus Magnus College, CT, USA

(In progress est. 2012)

MBA completed coursework in International Business at Central Connecticut State University, USA 2000 to 2003

FURTHER SKILLS

Technical skills: SAP, Primavera, MSO, MAS 90, 200, 6Sigma Black Belt

Languages: English, Polish, Russian, German and very Basic Chinese

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