Manager Engineer

BRIAN D. WEISS

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Clear Lake, MN 55319 320-***-****

SUMMARY

Strategic and results oriented operations management professional. Over 25 years of experience in organizations ranging from $5 million to over $60 billion in annual revenue. Recognized for strong project management skills, implementing lean initiatives, and developing improved business processes. Capable of effectively leading and aligning resources to meet business needs.

EXPERIENCE

2015 SPARBOE FARMS

Large Egg Producer at Facilities Located in Minnesota, Iowa, and Colorado

Independent Contractor – Maintenance Systems

Implemented MPulse asset management system, including preventive maintenance, work order, and spare parts modules.

Supported startup and improvement of new and existing manufacturing equipment.

2014 CUSTOM CONVEYOR

Manufacturer of Conveyor Systems for the Waste Water Treatment Industry

Independent Contractor – Engineering Systems

Implemented formal project management process utilizing MS Project.

Led development of reports generated from ERP system to help track accounts receivable progress of existing installations.

Managed troubleshooting and support of existing installations.

2011 – 2014 REMMELE ENGINEERING-RTI

Manufacturer of Precision Component Machining and Assembly for Aerospace and Defense Industries

Operations Manager – Aerospace and Defense

Managed staff of (50) manufacturing, production control, purchasing, shipping/receiving, and QA associates.

Implemented a structured scheduling/ production planning process to properly align manufacturing resources to overall business needs.

Implemented a formal tier meeting process to engage all employees and make visible manufacturing status to plan.

Developed structured quality MRB review, continuous improvement, and safety suggestion programs.

Developed daily focused, cross functional, production floor team meetings for complex machining and assembly programs (AEU, Aegis Skids, AAR Cargo).

Transitioned supervisors from daily management activities to high performing leads focused on continuous improvement.

2007 – 2011 FEDERAL CARTRIDGE COMPANY-ATK

Manufacturer of Sporting, Hunting, and Law Enforcement Ammunition

Manager of Maintenance Services

Managed staff of (60) maintenance and reliability engineering resources.

Aligned organization to meet capacity expansion initiatives while supporting 24 x 7 operations.

Optimized work processes through the use of value stream and process mapping exercises.

Implemented Maximo asset management preventive maintenance and work order modules.

Led lean initiatives that included material and tooling delivery systems (supermarket).

Supported lean initiatives that included Kanban and Heijunka material flow/leveling processes.

Trained in 6 sigma, and achieved green belt for revamped maintenance work processes.

Managed all production operations during 6-month absence of plant manager.

2004 – 2007 PRESTIGE BUILDERS OF ST. CLOUD

Developer and Residential Home Builder

Director of Operations

Developed business processes for sales, procurement, scheduling, and job site mgmt.

Led development of all home designs, floor plans, and customer option choices.

Managed completion of (90) single family homes and (30) townhomes within 2 years.

Led creation and submittal of an award winning proposal for a City of St. Cloud redevelopment project.

1997 – 2004 PUR WATER PURIFICATION PRODUCTS - Procter & Gamble

Manufacturer of Drinking Water Purification Systems

Director of Engineering 2000 – 2004

Managed staff of (20) manufacturing engineers and engineering technicians.

Developed manufacturing processes to support new product, capacity expansion, and cost reduction initiatives.

Transitioned P&G business systems and work practices into the existing PUR engineering community.

Supported successful transition of manufacturing to Mexico-based operations.

Led manufacturing of all products during final year closure of facility.

Director of Manufacturing 1997 - 2000

Managed staff of (4) production and support teams responsible for (400) associates.

Developed structured work processes, performance tracking systems, and associate relations programs.

Supported launch of (3) new product lines and over 300% growth of capacity.

Improved labor efficiency by 60% and reduced scrap by 80% during a (3) year period.

1989 – 1997 FEDERAL CARTRIDGE COMPANY - Pentair

Manufacturer of Sporting, Hunting, and Law Enforcement Ammunition

Plant Manager – Rimfire Operations 1995 – 1997

Managed (4) supervisors, support teams, and (250) manufacturing associates.

Reduced OSHA incident rate by 45%, reduced cost of quality by 35%, improved labor efficiency by 7%, and expanded capacity by 20%.

Implemented cross-shift Kaizen improvement teams.

Implemented alternate work schedules to provide 24 x 7 production coverage.

Co-chair of company ISO-9000 implementation team.

Maintenance Manager – Centerfire Operations 1993 – 1995

Managed staff of (20) maintenance resources.

Developed PM program and supplies procurement process.

Engineering responsibility for project management, process improvement, and intern student coordination.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Centerfire Operations 1989 – 1993

Managed projects to expand capacity and introduce new products.

Led efforts to improve quality, efficiency, and safety of operations.

1982 – 1989 BOC POWERTRAIN DIVISION, GENERAL MOTORS

Manufacturer of Engines and Transmissions for GM Vehicles

Senior Project Engineer - Advanced Development Center 1988 – 1989

Managed financial corporate targets for the Northstar 4.6L engine program.

Tracked product cost and capital investment that led to successful launch, on time and under budget.

Supported the development of supplier relations programs for key component sourcing.

Manufacturing Engineer - Engine Components Plant 1982 – 1988

Led implementation of engine component machining and assembly cells and managed all process improvement and quality control systems for the 3800 V-6 engine program.

EDUCATION

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN

1997 Master of Business Administration, Carlson School

1984 Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

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