RYAN HEIN Davenport, IA ad04jr@r.postjobfree.com 563-***-**** LinkedIn

Dynamic leader and change agent for continuous improvement and quality assurance with 26 years of experience in manufacturing. Proven results in exceeding targets while improving efficiency and reducing costs through metrics. Demonstrated skills in creating, leading, and executing process improvements. Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB) with excellent knowledge and experience with lean tools such as 5S (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain). Value Stream Mapping, and strong knowledge of advanced statistical analysis (8 wastes-Defects, over production, Waiting, Non-Used Talent, Transportation, Inventory, Motion, and Extra Processing). Ability to build quality by using Six Sigma as a disciplined data driven approach for eliminating defects, reducing waste, and maximizing profit. Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, ability to supervise, mentor others and a good team player. Self-Starter with a high level of discipline and motivation.

Highlights:

Business Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Project Management

Operations Subject Matter Expert

Root Cause Problem Solving

Process Improvement

Operations

Continuous Improvement

Continuous Improvement Roles:

Clearly define program objectives and scope.

Evaluating and prioritizing potential improvements based on gains and required effort.

Securing employee commitment (ex: process managers) for proactive change management.

Establishing a clear and well-articulated implementation plan.

Establishing criteria for the project’s success and preparing a sound statement of constraints/limiting factors

Resolving technical problems such as formulation, equipment, product, interpretation of regulations, and resource availability.

Conducting detailed analysis of the current situation that accurately describes the issues.

Specifying deliverables, outcome indicators, and performance-measured indicators.

Identifying available resources (for example, people, material, and finances).

Mapping out in detail the desired situation.

Clearly defining methodology.

Accurately analyzing options including impact and feasibility.

Specifying obstacles and ways to overcome them through continuous improvement.

Regularly monitoring the implementation of solutions to achieve objectives and expected benefits.

Relevant Experience:

KraftHeinz – Davenport, IA October 1, 2023 to present

Aagard Operator

Operate and maintain various operating equipment, i.e., assembly line, conveyor belts, x-ray machine, metal detector, and shrink wrap machine.

Performed 1st article inspection of product and packaging prior to full production.

Responsible for overall supervision of production line, including starting, stopping and changeover of some equipment.

Accurately filled out hourly audit sheets performing x-ray, metal detection and bar code test based on company policy and production quality.

Responsible for reporting all quality defects or test failures to Line Tech and Quality personnel.

Place boxes into the Aagard magazine throughout the shift and remove empty pallets.

Dispose of garbage and recycle different items such as film cores, zipper cores and cardboard.

Comply with good manufacturing practices (GMP) as required by KraftHeinz policies and procedures.

Trained on lockout/tagout.

KraftHeinz – Davenport, IA September 19, 2023 to October 1, 2023

Slicer/Peeler Operator

Kept work areas organized, clean and free of safety hazards.’

Stood for long hours, frequently reached, or bent and lifted 45 lbs. regularly to carry out daily tasks.

Operated slicer machine according to all safety protocols.

Kept equipment clean and maintained to meet requirements.

Used machinery with standardized approach to maximize quality of cuts.

Sanitized equipment on pit stops, segregated edible from non-edible products.

Reworked edible products, maximizing yield, and eliminating waste.

Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.

Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

SSAB - Muscatine, IA

October 1996 to April 2023

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Specialist (2019 to 2023)

Champion process improvement and operational excellence projects with a focus on cost savings and improving efficiency.

Utilize data driven solutions on quality improvement projects that increase the company's competitive advantage and financial performance.

Analyze daily production for yield savings in the rolling/finishing/shipping departments, making adjustments as needed and communicating adjustments to department heads.

Employed various tools such as Mini-tab analysis, brainstorming, Pareto and Fishbone analysis, and VOC interviewing to perform root cause analysis.

Reduced process loss of manufacturing scrap by identifying the major pain point sources in the process, provided a solution to correctly calculate slab volume, and dynamically change slab cut lengths.

Consistently apply Lean Six Sigma tools and methodology to steel making and safety processes.

Offer technical support to Caster Torch Cut, Rolling Mill, Finishing, and Shipping departments to gather and examine information to recognize process deficiencies and implement upgrades.

Update monthly savings into SharePoint and track projects using Excel worksheets.

Responsible for process improvement project implementation and cost reductions.

Monitor cost reduction objectives and present results to upper management.

Coached and mentored project leaders on graphical analysis, developing solutions, creating implementation plans and developing control plans.

Key Achievements & Contributions:

oPromoted from Shear Team Leader to Six Sigma Black Belt due to proven work ethic, results/expertise, and communication skills.

oAttended SixSigma.US training out of Texas ultimately obtaining a green belt certification, black belt certification and black belt certification from project completion.

oCreated a regression model for slab thickness based on casting speed and width solving a key problem and allowing the company to reduce the process loss even further.

o Company savings of $4 M over the course of 4 years in four different process loss projects.

Team Leader/Shear, Leveler & Piler Operator (1996 to 2019)

Troubleshot deficient Finishing Mill equipment to make necessary repairs or adjustments.

Responded promptly to emergency breakdown situations and provided guidance for shift employees on safety and day-to-day activities.

Continuously ensured team compliance with company policies and quality/safety standards.

Performed routine maintenance of the finishing equipment (knife changes, rotary knife changes, leveler cassette changes, extensive Magnemag maintenance and thick plate Piler maintenance).

Ordered parts from stores for the routine maintenance utilizing Maintenance Connection.

Key Achievements & Contributions:

oSelected by leadership as Team Leader for a crew of four team members.

oDeveloped and wrote Job Safety Analysis (JSA’s), Standard Operating Practices (SOP’s), and Energy Isolation Checklists (EIC’s).

oBecame specialized and served as subject matter expert (SME) in finishing equipment, shipping equipment, overhead cranes in shipping, cutting torches, static shear, thick plate piler, fork truck, and track mobile.

JM Manufacturing Co., LTD - Wilton, IA

Line “A” Extrusion Operator (1994 to 1996)

Operated 3 plastic extrusion lines at any given time.

Performed Hydro-testing of water pipe.

Performed quality dimensional checks of pipe product from 3" diameter water pipe up to 24" diameter water pipe.

Secured and banded pipes to transport to the outside storage area.

Performed routine maintenance on equipment.

Cleaned up area after every shift and helped wherever needed.

Key Achievements & Contributions:

oPromoted from Hydro-Testing to Line “B” operator.

oPromoted from Line “B” operator to Line “A” operator through testing of knowledge of equipment.

Metro Pavers – Iowa City, IA

Cement and Dump Truck Driver (1992 to 1994)

Drives truck under loading hopper to receive sand, gravel, cement, and water and starts mixer.

Drives truck to location for unloading.

Moves lever on truck to release concrete down chute into wheelbarrow or other conveying container or directly into area to be poured with concrete.

Cleans truck after delivery to prevent concrete from hardening in mixer and on truck.

Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections of truck and reports repairs to maintenance.

Assists in yard functions by lifting materials and operating equipment.

Keeps proper records and documents daily activities.

Performs all duties assigned by management.

Allen Keppy (Hog Farm) – Sunbury Sod

Farm / Hog Confinement Hired Help / Sod Farm Operations (1988 to 1992)

Handled daily farm operations including cultivating, discing, harrowing and the removal of crops with a Combine, tractors, and grain wagons.

Operated large field equipment in relation to putting in and harvesting.

Fieldwork includes (but not limited to) tractor work, tilling, planting, weeding, harvesting, managing crop rotation, directing employees.

Maintained and repaired various farming equipment.

Fence maintenance and repair as needed.

Monitored animal health and welfare.

Mixed and filled grain hoppers with food for the hog confinements.

Removed animal waste and applied to fields for soil nutrition.

Operated vehicles or powered equipment, such as mowers, tractors, snowblowers, chainsaws.

Stacked Sod in relation to customer specifications.

Preparation of trucks, equipment, and inventory Load all tools, gas, and other necessary equipment/materials.

Check truck oil, fluids, tire pressure, proper trailer connection, and all lights are in working condition.

Perform all tasks of operations including but not limited to mowing, Unload/load equipment etc.

Hauled sod to customers location via flatbed truck (CDL B license).

Unloaded sod at customers location with skid steer.

Key Achievements & Contributions:

oObtained Class “B” CDL.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING:

University of Texas at Austin; Post Graduate Degree in Data Science and Business Analytics, 2023, 3.29 GPA

Southern New Hampshire; B.S. in Business Administration - 2018, 3.98 GPA

Muscatine Community College; Associate of Arts - 1993

Safe Start Trainer (SSAB)

SixSigma.us:

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Level I & II

Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Level I & II

Six Sigma Project Completion Certification

Lynda.com; Developing Executive Presence Course

LinkedIn Learning: Unconscious Bias, Developing Political Savvy, Excel 2016: Pivot Tables in Depth, Excel Pivot Tables 1 & 2, Six Sigma Foundations, Statistics Foundations, and Excel Intro to VBA

LinkedIn Public Profile URL - www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-hein-a7612ab3

LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

Alpha Sigma Pi National Society of Leadership & Success, Former Member

National Engaged Leader Award Recipient

Quad City Veterans Outreach Center, Volunteer

Kings Harvest Pet Shelter, Volunteer

TECHNICAL SKILLS & PROGRAMS:

MS Office Tools (Word, Expert in Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, Microsoft Team, One Note) Minitab Shop Status Power BI Python Tableau MS Dynamics Technical Expertise in Manufacturing Equipment, Maintenance Connection, Maximo.

References:

Kay Terry / Supervisor (Director of Continuous Improvement)

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Eric Brown / Master Black Belt

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Work Phone: 563-***-****

Scott Smith / Team Coach Arconic

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Jeremy Smith / Production Planner @ SSAB

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