David E. College, MBA, CPIM

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Summary

Manufacturing Leader who continuously improves customer & stakeholder relationships, operating performance and financial results. Proactive communicator: Highly visible & engaged. Experience includes P&L responsibility for diverse product & service menus across global markets. Skill sets include 6S, Lean, paperless factories, diverse manufacturing processes, in-field services, Supply Chains, Quality and ERP systems. International assignments include Latin America, Europe, Middle East and Far East. Toolbox includes Rapid Prototyping, Concurrent Engineering and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) - to accelerate time to market. Extensive experience leading cross-functional teams to optimize processes across disciplines and sites. Proven track record for leading successful mission critical turnarounds, start-ups and enterprise transformation projects – including Lean Initiatives, PLC, ERP & BI Systems implementation & optimization. Experience managing both vertically integrated and “outsource” business models. Proactive Servant Leader and predictable decision maker - based on principles and values. Adept at being the “face of the business” internally and externally.

Competencies

Six Sigma ISO 9001 - 2015 API SPEC Q1

6S, Lean & Kaizen API 12F, 12D,12P, 6A Microsoft Project

Solid Works SAP, Oracle, JDE, Sage Hyperion

Autodesk Inventor Microsoft Dynamics Windchill

Kanban Microsoft CRM Salesforce CRM

Agile PLM AS 400 / MOVEX Sequel

NBBI / R1 & R2 PLEX Digital Factory IBM CICS

Experience

Weatherford International, Houston, Texas Sep 2021 – Present

Rejoined Weatherford as Plant Manager to lead turnaround for Screens Manufacturing: Full P&L responsibility. Provided leadership for improved financial and operating performance. Improved O/U recovery YoY $3.4m on $25m shipments (COGS). Increased shipments 15% and improved OTD (95%) while reducing inventory and increasing turns (from < 1 in Q1 to 11.4 in Q4). Implemented Standard Cost – replacing average actual cost system. Implemented Oracle JDE (v 9.1). Implemented Business Intelligence (BI) Dashboards to empower data driven decisions. Processes include (2) continuous flow assembly lines with CNC Machining and continuous wire bonding (resistance welds). ASME certified welding (MIG & TIG). PLC controlled Photometric CMM and Post Weld Heat Treatment. Board member - Aldine Community Redevelopment Association and Industry Advisor to Harris County Sherriff’s Department for community outreach.

Alfa Laval, Houston, Texas Sep. 2019 – Sep. 2021

Service Center Manager

Full P&L responsibility for ASME Code Shops (NBBI R1 & R2) – repair and remanufacturing of heat exchangers, pressure vessels, fluid separation and flow measurement equipment for Alfa Laval Products as well as “All Brands”. Markets served include O&G (upstream, midstream & downstream), food & beverage, petrochemicals, environmental mitigation, biopharma, nuclear, marine, defense and water treatment. Processes include precision welding, machining, assembly, hydro testing, function testing and numerous PLC Controlled Processes. Provided leadership for financial & operational turnaround – transforming an underperforming business unit into the “crown jewel” of NAM Operations. Curriculum Development Advisor: Lone Star College. Left after two years to rejoin Weatherford.

Permian Tank & Vessel; Odessa, TX 2018 - 2019

Corporate Director of Operations

P&L responsibility for (6) API certified manufacturing sites. Private equity venture. Left after Q2, 2019 to serve as executor for College Family Estate - Lufkin, TX (six-month process).

Increased production 5 X while improving product quality and achieving 97% OTD.

Transformed legacy “job shop” into three continuous flow assembly lines.

Implemented PLEX ERP System – 100% digital & paperless factory.

Developed ASME Welding Internship and Apprenticeship Program with Odessa College.

Committee Chair – Odessa College Advisory Board.

Silverwell Energy Inc.; Cambridge, UK 2017- 2018

Manufacturing Director & Investor

P&L responsibility for brownfield manufacturing start-up in Houston – Intelligent Gas Lift. Left after one year due to lapse in private equity funding.

Transitioned disruptive technology to commercial release through rapid prototyping, concurrent engineering and design for manufacturability - reducing product costs 38%.

Implemented ISO 9001-2015 / API Q1 QMS – certified by Lloyd’s Register.

Managed Go Live with Sage 200 / Sicon ERP System and Q Build Bridge to Inventor (CAD).

Developed “Franchise Factory” model – to be replicated globally using local content.

Weatherford International; Houston, Texas 2012-2016

Senior Manufacturing Director – Drilling & Formation Evaluation

Full P&L Responsibility for nine plants (~$750m COGS); (500) employees:

Achieved “Zero” Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) over four consecutive years.

Consolidated products & plants – reduced OPEX $100m and inventory $150m.

Aligned S&OP (capacity & demand) – resulting in 95% on time delivery.

Managed ERP System conversions & upgrades: SAP, Axapta (MS Dynamics) & JDE.

National Oilwell Varco (NOV ASEP-Elmar); Houston, Texas 2011-2012

General Manager – Americas; Full P&L responsibility; One year employment contract.

Provided leadership for turning around a failing Wireline Manufacturing Company.

Reduced product costs 30% through productivity and capital improvements.

Expanded R&M and Aftermarket Sales & Services – resulting in increased margins.

Reduced lead times 50% by automating back & front office processes (Inventor & CRM).

Direct Current Technologies; Waller, Texas 2010-2011

Provided third party consulting services to Superior Energy Gas Lift (one year contract).

Implemented MS Navision ERP System and provided post go live training & support.

Developed QA System (API Q1) – awarded two API Monogram Licenses for gas lift.

Implemented “point of sale / service” invoicing – reducing DSO from 120 to <30 days.

Pathfinder – WH Energy Services (Smith Industries); Houston, Texas 2006-2010

Manufacturing Director – MLWD Products & Services. Left after four years when company was sold to Smith Industries - then Schlumberger.

Increased Meantime Between Failures (MTBF) from 100 to 1500 hours over four years.

Reduced labor & burden on electronic assemblies 50% by automating test protocols.

Reduced E&O accruals 70% by developing alternate uses for legacy E&O products.

Project Leader for (3) ERP System conversions – MS Navision, SAP & Oracle Net Suite.

Launched Global R&M Center – saving $50m in new fleet CAPEX.

Served as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Institutional and Private Equity Investors.

Direct Current Technologies; Houston Texas 2001-2006

Provided third party consulting services to energy products, services and E&P Clients – while serving as a single parent.

E&P Clients: ADNOC, Aramco & PDO – developed Test Specifications & Protocols for PDM sensors.

Products & Services: Wood Group, NOV & Norse Cutting & Abandonment (NCA).

Wood Group Energy Services: Oklahoma, Gulf Coast, Latin America and Middle East 1992-2001

Multiple Roles: Technology Director - Wireline; VP of Engineering & Manufacturing - ESP

Provided leadership for strategic acquisitions – followed by strong organic growth.

Improved service delivery while reducing structural costs.

Achieved ESP Industry’s first ISO 9001 Registered Quality System (Registrar - DNV).

Designed & commissioned numerous Global Repair Centers - providing after-market services (using local content) – increasing market share, revenue and margins.

Education & Certifications

MBA, Houston Baptist University, Houston, Texas

BA, Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, Texas

CPIM Certified – American Production & Inventory Control Society

RAB Certified Lead Auditor: ISO 9000 – 2015 (DNV)

Languages: English, Spanish and Basic German

Certified Class A Machinist – WKM / IBAM Apprenticeship

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