Quality Assurance Manufacturing

LLOYD AIKMAN

**** ****** ******* **** *********, TX 76016 662-***-**** ***********@*****.***

MANUFACTURING MANAGEMENT PROFILE

Over 25 years with Kimberly Clark Corporation and the last 15 years managing tissue and towel

converting/manufacturing operations. Record of achievements includes a #1

worldwide efficiency ranking, double-digit production output improvements, and

significant Lean initiatives.

OVERVIEW:

Quality-driven, process-oriented manager and leader with a strong background in manufacturing and production

environments, frequently holding key accountabilities for multimillion-dollar, complex operations. Positive,

collaborative, and motivational leader who builds successful relationships with team members, vendors, customers,

and partner companies. Able to adapt readily to new environments and operations. Working knowledge of Lean tools-

Visual Management, 5S Order and Control, 4-Step Problem Solving, and Elimination of Waste.

CORE KNOWLEDGE & SKILL AREAS:

Lean Manufacturing Cross-Functional Team Leadership Quality Assurance Standards

Staff Training & Evaluation World Class Manufacturing Practices Safety Management

Capital Budget Management Equipment Management Manufacturing Technology

Equipment Maintenance & Repair Plant Operations Management Productivity Improvement

Data Integrity Decision-Making Assistance In-Process Testing

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

KIMBERLY CLARK CORPORATION –

Manufacturing Operations Consultant, 2008-2012, Corinth, Ms.

Responsible for supervision of 32 operating- technicians and collaborated with both Reliability and Technical Service

teams on various initiatives. Ensured successful operation for 2 Voith Incline Former base machines that produced

Wypall Wipers, including achievement of safety, quality, production, efficiency, and cost control objectives.

Performed troubleshooting as needed. Monitored budget and expenses closely to protect against overruns.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Launched #2 base machine and started-up rebuild of #1 base machine, improving overall efficiencies

and rate of operations in 2010, 2011, and 2012.

Reduced Spunbond inventories from 1 week to 6 hours in 2011 through efforts in developing and

implementing value stream project with the Spunbound supplier.

Facilitated 50% reduction in chemical inventories by introducing 5S Lean tool to the manufacturing team

and implementing it within the chemical storage area.

Contributed to ISO implementation in 2010.

Manufacturing Team Leader, 2003-2008, Corinth, Ms

Managed a team of 20 operating technicians, 6 reliability technicians, and 3 engineers in production activities, with

full accountability for manufacturing team maintenance. Monitored safety, quality, production, efficiency, and cost

control goals for operation of fourdrinier flat table that produced Wypall Wipers. Trained and mentored team

members as needed. Challenged to develop solution for product demand that exceeded capacity of machine despite its

operation at the highest efficiency level.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE, CONTINUED

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Led team to achieve #1 ranking worldwide within Kimberly Clark in 2003, 2004, and 2005 for efficiency

in specialty paper machine operation.

Improved production output by 16% during first 3 years of tenure by determining speed limiter machine

drying on machine and developing alternative methods.

Maintained 4 consecutive years within zero reportable injuries in the mill operation.

Converting Team Leader, 1999-2003, Corinth, Ms

Directed successful operation of 3 converting assets, overseeing team of 28 operating technicians, 7 reliability

technicians, and 6 salaried employees. Supervised all aspects of converting team maintenance and held full

responsibility for achieving safety, quality, efficiency, productivity, and cost containment goals. Responsible for

direction of technicians in completing training on position, reviewing work instructions, and completing checkoff

sheet with mentor. Led safety discussions at crew meetings and interact with individual team members to discuss

safety matters.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Facilitated a successful start-up of converting Brownfield site, including Perini Winder, Bretting

Quarterfolder, and Bretting Interfolder.

Established the first Safe Operating System (SOA) within the sector and guided the team in the mill to

complete 12 consecutive months with zero reportable injuries.

Manufacturing Asset Leader, 1996-1999, Fullerton, Ca.

Spearheaded efforts for team of 24 operating technicians and 3 engineers in operation of Suction Breast Roll base

machine that produced Kleenex facial tissue product. Responsible for operations of both mill steam plant and water

works plant. Continually monitored performance in all areas to maintain fulfillment of quality, safety, and

productivity objectives. Collaborated with mill maintenance and technical service teams on various activities and

projects.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Improved machine efficiency from 87% to 90% by rearranging collaboration between maintenance and

operations during planned maintenance downtimes to achieve better reliability.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS, Arlington, TX

Professional Training

Maintained ongoing professional development throughout career

Technology and Technical Knowledge & Skills

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SAP system, MS Word-Excel-PowerPoint-Windows

Extensive knowledge and proficiency in complex manufacturing equipment

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