Program Manager Project Management

CONNOR KAZY

*** * ***** *********, ********* Hills, MI 48307

Cell: 586-***-**** Email: **********@*****.***

Professional Summary

Innovative and driven professional with hands-on experience across all roles in a manufacturing environment, from the production floor to program leadership. Proven ability to review and interpret complex engineered drawings, drive team performance, and meet critical deadlines. Known for strong leadership, adaptability, and consistently delivering on company goals.

Core Skills

- Full-Scope Manufacturing Experience

- Engineering Drawing Review & Interpretation

- Program & Project Management for DPAS- Rated Programs

- Defense Manufacturing & MIL-Spec Compliance

- Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Supplier & Customer Relations

- Lean Manufacturing Principles

- MRP & Supplier Portals

- Time Management & Dependability

- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Key Achievements

- Cut lead time by 50% on a critical defense program through process optimization.

- Reduced program costs by 30% by identifying inefficiencies and renegotiating supplier contracts.

- Built and maintained strong relationships with Tier 1 suppliers that led to faster fulfillment and improved collaboration.

- Successfully led multiple cross-functional teams from design through production on high-profile projects.

Education

Macomb Community College – Macomb, MI

- Associate of General Business

- Associate of Business Management

Professional Experience

Detroit Flex Defense – Troy, MI

Program Manager / Project Lead / Team Lead

2016 – Present

- Perform and oversee all roles across manufacturing operations as needed to meet production goals.

- Review, interpret, and evaluate MIL-spec, AS-spec, and custom-engineered drawings for accuracy and compliance.

- Lead lean manufacturing teams to deliver high-quality, on-time products.

- Provide customized fluid transfer solutions for defense and niche markets.

- Develop and maintain relationships with Tier 1 suppliers.

- Utilize various MRP systems and supplier portals for operations and tracking.

- Collaborate with Purchasing to source required subcomponents.

- Support the Sales team by ensuring accurate order entry and customer alignment.

- Manage manufacturing programs from design through shipment.

- Maintain strong product knowledge to ensure accurate and efficient production

References :

Mark Harding:

Senior Nuclear Engineer - GDEB 248-***-****

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