Gary J. Leonard

Syracuse, New York 315-***-**** adcm7z@r.postjobfree.com

www.linkedin.com/in/garyleonard-eng

SUMMARY: I offer strong production and supervisory skills gained through multi-faceted and increasing responsibility in diverse, high-capacity electronics and mechanical manufacturing environments.

EXPERIENCE:

PLR (proof, leak, run) Supervisor, Bitzer Scroll, Syracuse, NY 2019-present

Lead production efforts in the proof, leak, run test area for scroll compressors to meet customer demand and department KPIs while adhering to processes for production, quality and on-time delivery. Key responsibilities include:

Overall performance of the test team, including training, mentoring and coaching employees

Coordinating materials, quality, maintenance and technical support to achieve production goals

Reporting on assembly line key metrics, as well as maintaining work instructions and training matrix

Process Server, D & M Litigation Services, North Syracuse, NY 2014 – 2019

Served legal paperwork such as summons and subpoenas and provided private investigation services.

INFICON, Inc., East Syracuse, NY 2000 – 2013

Production Manager (2009 – 2013)

Directed, coordinated and controlled all production activities in the HVAC repair tools business unit. Managed three dissimilar work areas with 13 direct reports. Key responsibilities included:

Directed all activities within Sensor Assembly area, producing 100,000+ sensors and 75,000+ instruments per year in two other areas

Coordinated with key suppliers on specifying equipment for capital expenditures and interfaced with independent laboratory staff (UL, MET Labs) on safety and performance certifications

Collected data for Engineering and suggested/implemented improvements to manufacturing procedures via Lean practices and One Piece Flow methods

Conducted extensive training with assemblers to implement Continuous Improvement & 5S

Assembly Supervisor (2004 – 2009)

Directed, coordinated and controlled production activities in HVAC repair tools handheld instruments manufacturing area, as well as the refrigeration recovery area. Key responsibilities included:

Hired, trained and developed personnel (6-8 electronic assemblers) to achieve maximum flexibility and optimization within the manufacturing area

Recommended/implemented improvements to procedures to improve quality and efficiencies

Wrote and maintained Operational Method Sheets and standard procedures in compliance with ISO 9001

Repair Technician/Production Leader (2000 – 2004)

Oversaw production and repair in the refrigerant recovery machine area. Key responsibilities included:

Diagnosed, estimated, repaired and returned refrigeration recovery machines

Conducted extensive testing of prototype components and whole machines to assist in component selection and product development; resulted in promotion to Production Leader

Trained and supervised 3-9 mechanical assemblers and repair personnel in production area

U.S. Army Corps of Combat Engineers

Various locations, including Persian Gulf, Europe and stateside assignments. Received consistent promotions culminating in position of Sergeant, with responsibility for squad of seven staff. Constructed and deconstructed bridges and other obstacles in crisis situations, using a variety of materials and methods.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering Technology, SUNY Polytechnic Institute, Utica, NY Associate of Science, Electrical Engineering Technology, Onondaga Community College, Syracuse, NY

Six Sigma Green Belt Certification - Management and Strategy Institute

Six Sigma Black Belt Certification - Management and Strategy Institute

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