Philip Rogers

**** ******* **** **** *****, Michigan 48360 248-***-**** acumku@r.postjobfree.com

GENERAL MANAGER OR VICE-PRESIDENT AT THE EXECUTIVE LEVEL

EXECUTIVE PROFILE

Accomplished executive with an exemplary record of leading multi-functional areas in global organizations. Proficient at creating and articulating a vision and energizing employees at all levels to achieve defined goals. Skilled change agent with a history of leading organizations to bring a balance between systems and the skills of its employees. Entrepreneurial, strategic thinking and hands-on leader with strong decision-making ability.

NOTABLE CONTRIBUTIONS

Launched the successful startup of one facility in China and supported the startup of three facilities in the US and Mexico. Recruited and developed strong management teams while establishing strong processes positioned these facilities for future growth. This facility received one of 12 Ford 2011 World Excellence Gold Awards.

Supported the turn-around of a company by recruiting and promoting internal high-performance individuals, improving various key processes, and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.

Transformed a purchasing group from price-only purchasing to total cost evaluation and control. These changes resulted in better-than-budgeted cost reductions and the resolution of all critical quality and delivery issues.

CORE LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Business Plan & Strategy Development Managing in Multi-cultural Environments Results Oriented Demonstrating Leadership within American, German, Japanese, Swiss and Swedish Based Companies Recruiting and Developing Effective Employees Team Building Best Practices 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, TPS Directing Quality, Operations, Purchasing, Manufacturing Engineering, Human Resources and Finance Strategic Sourcing ISO/TS Board Level Presentations Integrating Corporate Efforts Co-developing & Communicating a Corporate Value System Managing Union & Non-Union Environments

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Oerlikon Drive Systems, Lafayette, IN: Swiss based manufacturer of gears, drive components, and complete gearboxes. Annual revenue: $1.2 billion in global sales. Americas Drive System Division annual revenue: $250 million

Vice-President Operations, Americas, April 2015 ~ Present

Currently responsible for a 600,000 square feet manufacturing facility. Total headcount is approximately 820 employees. Processes include machining, grinding, heat treatment, and assembly. The challenge of this assignment is to turn around a neglected manufacturing operation.

Accomplishments:

Created and communicated the vision of the future state. This includes right sizing and modernization of the facility, the implementation of efficient systems, and a culture change to drive continual improvement.

Through the implementation of 5S, Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing practices, customer on time delivery has improved by 22%, scrap reduced by 31% and productivity has increased by 7%.

Coaching in basic leadership and management techniques has supported improved team work within and between departments that has transformed the organization from a reactive to a proactive approach.

Involved direct and indirect labor colleagues in cross functional projects that improved safety, quality and productivity.

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Takata Corporation, Pontiac, MI: Japanese based Tier 1 supplier of automotive safety systems. Annual revenue: $4.8 billion in global sales. Electronics Division annual revenue: $150 million

Director Global Electronics Operations, 2012 ~ April 2015

Director of Operations and General Manager for Electronics Division, 2008 ~ 2012

Director of Quality for Electronics Division and Steering Wheel Division, 2004 ~ 2008

I was responsible for four manufacturing plants and two advanced manufacturing teams in China, Czech Republic, Germany, Mexico and United States. Total headcount is approximately 780 employees. The Director of Quality position was responsible for the quality management systems, incoming, in process, and outgoing quality.

Accomplishments:

Established and achieved business plans as approved by the Board of Directors.

Created and implemented a global manufacturing strategy to reduce cost and support customers’ sales demands.

Established an effective global management review process through the use of Key Performance Indicators to drive continual improvement.

Utilized the 5S, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma processes to achieve an average 9% better-than-plan ongoing yearly financial performance.

Achieved 25% reduction in capital investment cost through global sourcing and productivity improvements.

Launched new product designs with near zero quality issues, 100% on time, and within cost targets. This performance is supporting the award of new leading technology and core product business.

Led the creation and startup of Takata’s first electronics manufacturing company in China including the successful transfer of current production from a contract manufacturer into the Takata facility. Project was completed within budget and on schedule.

Received one of 12 World Excellence 2011 Gold Awards presented by Ford.

Received Ford’s first Q1 award presented to an electronics supplier in China.

Recruited and developed a strong local management teams to run the daily operations of the business. Coached this team in the Takata culture and collaborated with other Takata facilities to establish a strong operating foundation. Provided focused attention in the materials department to ensure a reliable supply of materials.

Supported the creation and implementation of the plant costing system and the improvement of the quotation system.

Implemented an individual performance assessment process which linked individual performance results to the company’s overall goals.

Established operating policies and procedures, and obtained TS-16949 and ISO-14001.

Supported the re-engineering of the electronics product development process to establish program phase reviews to ensure transparency of program status, identify and implement corrective actions.

Supported the transfer of all steering wheel production operations from the Port Huron, Michigan, to Reynosa, Mexico, with no major quality or delivery issues.

Webasto Roof Systems Inc., Rochester Hills, Michigan: German owned company and Tier 1 supplier of automotive heaters, large roof systems and sunroof systems. Annual revenue: $230 million in North America in 2004.

Director of Purchasing, 1999 ~ 2004

Director of Quality, 1998 ~ 1999

The Director of Purchasing position was responsible for supplier selection, sourcing, quality, on time delivery and providing supplier cost reductions on approximately $150 million in purchases to meet the company’s financial performance requirements. This position was challenged with cost prevention during the design phase, consolidating the supply base, and transforming from low- to high-volume manufacturing processes. The Director of Quality position was responsible for customer / supplier quality and internal process improvements for four facilities located in Michigan and Kentucky. This position was challenged with improving customer satisfaction with improved designs, mistake-proofed manufacturing processes, and restructured supplier sourcing process.

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Accomplishments:

Established and implemented strategic quality and purchasing plans to achieve corporate objectives.

Member of Webasto's International Purchasing Core Team. Led the implementation of a global supplier internet portal, supplier rating system and supported global standardization of key processes. These improvements increased the transparency of supplier performance.

Directed material cost reduction activities that resulted in an average annual effective financial savings of 4.7% over four years.

Created a technical group within the purchasing department to support the development of improved product design and supplier processes. These processes have supported a 5.4% reduction in the budgeted BOM for new programs and supported ongoing cost reduction using lean manufacturing practices.

Supported the implementation of Six Sigma as a steering committee member. Championed Six Sigma practices with suppliers to resolve chronic quality issues.

Improved Company’s Supplier Management System by implementing Supplier Design Reviews, Tool Kick-Off Meetings, Supplier Process Audits and Top Focus Supplier Process. This resulted in an 88% reduction in incoming defective product from 1999 to 2003. Improved supplier relationships by holding annual supplier symposiums.

Developed and Implemented computer systems that allow for five year planning for annual purchases, capacity, tool-life monitoring, capital investments, direct material cost savings planning and tracking, and balancing future sourcing decisions.

Developed and Implemented computerized problem solving and reporting system that supported management and quality improvement teams to obtain an 82% reduction in customer rejections from June 1998 to October 1999.

Obtained QS-9000 and ISO-9001 registration in October 1998 for Development Center and three Manufacturing locations. Webasto's new Kentucky Plant obtained these registrations in March 1999 and launched with zero defects to customers. Successfully passed ISO/TS 16949 third party certification department audit in May 2003.

AUTOLIV NORTH AMERICA, INC., Auburn Hills, MI: Swedish-based Tier 1 supplier of automotive safety restraint systems. Annual revenue: $1.0 billion in North America and $3.5 billion in global sales in 1998.

Corporate Quality Manager, Auburn Hills, MI and Indianapolis, IN, 1992 ~ 1998

Responsible for managing the quality functions for development and production of Autoliv’s seatbelt production in North America. This position was challenged with the startup of Autoliv’s first production facility in North America, rapid sales growth and the introduction of new products in a safety environment.

Accomplishments:

Established and implemented strategic quality plan to achieve corporate objectives.

Established and implemented Company’s Quality Policy, Quality Manual and Procedures for Autoliv’s first manufacturing facility in North America.

Obtained QS-9000 and ISO-9001 registration in November 1996. This multi-site registration was two months ahead of schedule and registration was obtained during the first audit. Received Ford Q1 Status.

Provided consulting to other Autoliv Companies located in Spain, Mexico, Sweden, England and Germany for QS-9000 implementation.

Reorganized Supplier Quality Assurance Department and improved performance to 11% above the Autoliv Company’s average.

Originated Advance Quality Engineering group to ensure new products were manufacturable to specifications over time. This improved on-time supplier PPAP submissions by 20%.

Implemented Quality Operating System for continual improvement activities.

Managed eight direct and fifteen indirect employees.

Supported Autoliv Mexico in customer approval and successful startup of seat belt production.

Ensured all products conformed to Customer, Government and Autoliv requirements.

Provided SPC, Continual Improvement, Quality Systems, Engineering Standards and Problem Solving training.

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PRIOR EXPERIENCE:

General Electric Company, Memphis, Tennessee (Tier 1 supplier of automotive lighting) - Quality Engineer (1990 ~ 1992)

TRW Vehicle Safety Systems Division, Louisville, Mississippi (Tier 1 supplier of automotive safety restraint systems) - Quality Engineer (1988 ~ 1990)

Chahta Enterprises., Philadelphia, Mississippi (Manufacturer of Automotive Wiring Harness) - Project Engineer (1987 ~ 1988)

EDUCATION

Master of Science Industrial Engineering, Mississippi State University,

Three Credit-Hours remaining and currently not pursuing

Bachelor of Science Industrial Engineering, Mississippi State University, December 1986

RELEVANT SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS/TRAINING

Executive Management Development given by Takata

Electronics Manufacturing Boot Camps A&B given by American Competitiveness Institute

Six Sigma Champion Leadership given by Six Sigma Consultants

Negotiation Skills Training given by Karrass

Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma given by Autoliv

VA/VE and Statistical Process Control given by TRW

Continual Improvement Techniques given by Kaizen Institute of America

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