Manufacturing Operations Manager

David McIlwain

Manufacturing Operations Leader

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Manufacturing Operations Leader with over 18 years of expertise in optimizing operational processes and enhancing team performance. Proficient in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma, with a proven ability to implement strategic planning and process development to achieve significant cost reductions and quality improvements. Demonstrates strong leadership and innovative problem-solving skills, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and measurable success in manufacturing environments. Employment history

Production Supervisor, Apr 2022 - Present

Dynamet Corporation, Clearwater, FL

Operations Manager, Apr 2019 - Apr 2022

Leggett & Platt Inc, Tampa, FL

• Responsible for all operations: Safety - Accountable for keeping the facility clean and safe. No lost time accidents in over two years.

• Scheduling/Efficiency - Created spread sheets to predict usage at our Spring Hill facility. It reduced changeovers on our welding machines and increased efficiencies by 20%.

• Standard work - Trained operators and standardized processes. This allows us to quickly troubleshoot any production issues.

• Inventory - Responsible for cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy. Over 99% for the last two years.

• 6S - Responsible for facility cleanliness, shadow board accuracy, maintenance and machine PM's.

• HR - Directly accountable for manning, hiring, training, terminations, and disciplinary processes. Accomplishments:

• Implemented Poka-yoke techniques to reduce scrap and rework by 50%.

• Introduced Standard Work to get consistency in our operators, training and quality.

• Increased production by 40% in the first 5 months of employment while reducing headcount and scrap.

• Improved direct report leadership skills by mentoring and coaching. Maintenance Supervisor, May 2017 - Mar 2019

IFA, Ladson, SC

• Primary function was to manage the 2nd shift maintenance team in a high volume manufacturing environment. My responsibilities included personnel safety, training, machine reliability, problem solving, RCCA, inventory control, and day to day maintenance operations.

Accomplishments:

• Implemented a training matrix and set up current and future needs for the maintenance mechanics and electricians.

• MP2 proficient

• Improved performance and morale.

• Built the team through accountability, trust and transparency. Lead 30 employees ensuring operational efficiency and policy compliance. Implement lean methods to cut costs and boost delivery times. Conduct training for new hires, enhancing team skills. Facilitate safety and quality meetings, promoting improvements. Manage evaluations and disciplinary actions, enhancing productivity. Streamlined production workflow by implementing hour-by-hour performance tracking and layered audit systems, directly enhancing key operational metrics.

Value Stream Leader, Feb 2007 - Feb 2017

Parker Hannifin Corp., Moncks Corner, SC

• Operational Leader over multiple production value streams. Coached, mentored, and provided developmental opportunities to Managers and Teammates. Drove Lean Initiatives throughout the plant and managed two value streams with over $30 million in annual sales.

• Primary link between supply chain, manufacturing and customer service / logistics.

• Provided daily employee performance management: responsible for establishing and continually improving work environment for effective goal attainment in the areas of Safety/Housekeeping.

• Responsible for Quality, Delivery, Productivity and Cost.

• Lead Value Steam Meetings, Gemba Walks, Future State Mapping, Brainstorming Sessions, and Team Building Meetings.

• Managed the annual budget for capital expenditure, product purchasing and freight.

• Responsible for driving a culture of continuous learning and employee development.

• Developed High Performance Teams (HPT) to work on process improvements, and daily problem solving activities.

• Collaborated across the division to use standard work in our processes.

• Implemented improvement plans supported by analysis and measurable results. (RCCA, A3, 5 Why's)

• Wrote and drove Standardized Work Instructions throughout the Value Stream

• 6 Sigma Green Belt

Accomplishments:

• Started at the facility in 2007 and the Sales were around $18 million with 80 employees. Helped build the sales to $60 million over the next 10 years and only increased our head count to 130 employees by using Lean Manufacturing tools and transparency with our employees.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration in Management, 2010 Charleston Southern University, North Charleston, SC Skills

Lean Manufacturing (Experienced), Six Sigma, Team Building, Process Development, Quality Management, Problem Solving, Resource Management, MRP, Microsoft Office, Kanban, 5S, Standard Work, Performance Management, Strategic Planning, Continuous Improvement, Inventory Management, Training Development, Leadership.

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