Product Manager Development

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GARRETT SCEARCE

Martinez, GA *****

********@*****.*** / 706-***-****

SUMMARY

Dynamic and results-driven Product Manager with over 15 years of proven success leading product strategy, development, and lifecycle management in high-volume manufacturing and automated print production environments. Combines a strong technical foundation with a creative, solutions-oriented mindset to deliver innovative, scalable, and cost-effective products. Adept at managing complex projects, launching new products, and aligning cross-functional teams around shared business goals. Expert in Lean manufacturing principles, including 5S and continuous improvement, to streamline workflows, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce costs. Skilled in translating market insights and customer feedback into actionable product roadmaps. Known for agility, clear communication, and a relentless focus on quality and results in fast-paced, technically complex environments.

SKILLS

• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

• New Product Development (NPD)

• Project & Program Management

• Lean Manufacturing / 5S / Kaizen

• SAP, Fiix CMMS, Qlass, QuickBooks

• Adobe Illustrator, Excel, Power BI

• CNC Operations

• Fanuc Robotics

• Process Optimization

• Risk Mitigation

• Cross-functional Leadership

• Graphic Design

• Visual Quality Assurance

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Launched 138+ products in one year with zero defect claims.

• Reduced ink waste by 20% through lab optimization and tracking.

• Improved production efficiency by cutting changeover time 15% via 5S implementation.

• Enhanced packaging durability by 25% through custom design solutions.

• Streamlined inventory control and increased accuracy using SAP cycle counts.

• Minimized downtime by coordinating preventive maintenance with Fiix CMMS.

• Delivered 30+ monthly project quotes with risk and timeline analysis.

• Contributed to major Lean Six Sigma and process efficiency projects. EXPERIENCE

Print Production Technical Lead / Verescence - Sparta, GA 04/2021 - Current

• Lead day-to-day technical operations of print production, overseeing setups, machine changeovers, programming, and troubleshooting across automated and manual systems.

• Championed Lean initiatives, including 5S implementation and workflow redesign, resulting in a 15% reduction in changeover times and a 10% increase in overall line efficiency.

• Partnered with R&D and engineering to ensure the manufacturability of new product designs during the industrialization phase.

• Created and maintained detailed production schedules, and led the procurement of critical materials, using SAP to ensure seamless coordination with warehouse and inventory teams.

• Introduced inventory cycle count protocols and reduced ink waste by 20% through lab reorganization and usage tracking.

• Collaborated with maintenance using Fiix CMMS to streamline work orders, track part modifications, and minimize unplanned downtime.

Project Manager, NPD / Verescence - Sparta, GA 10/2018 - 04/2021

• Managed end-to-end product development for custom glass and print decoration projects, including tooling, labor, packaging, and warehousing.

• Directed stage-gate project management, overseeing planning, execution, and launch of over 100+ SKUs annually.

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• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to identify quality and timeline risks; implemented proactive mitigation strategies.

• Spearheaded cross-departmental kickoff and progress meetings with production, engineering, and executive stakeholders.

• Designed and sourced innovative packaging systems in collaboration with packaging engineers, reducing breakage during transit by 25%.

• Key Result: Launched 138 products in 2018 with zero quality claims, reflecting rigorous QA and stakeholder alignment. Product Development Manager, NPD / Verescence - Sparta, GA 10/2016 - 10/2018

• Directed all phases of product development, aligning customer specifications with manufacturing capabilities.

• Strengthened supplier relationships to support on-time launches and rapid prototyping for high-priority accounts.

• Collaborated with marketing and sales teams to develop accurate customer proofs and technical documentation.

• Produced 30+ custom decoration quotes monthly, each with tailored timelines, feasibility reviews, and risk analysis.

• Led design and quality review of visual assets and print artwork, ensuring production-readiness and brand consistency. Decoration Print Specialist / SGD North America - Sparta, GA 07/2012 - 10/2016

• Maintained and calibrated a wide range of screen printing machinery including CNC, Dubuit, Kammann, and manual presses.

• Elevated print quality through precision color calibration and implementation of standard operating procedures.

• Delivered ongoing training to operators, boosting departmental productivity and reducing rework by 18%.

• Streamlined job changeover processes to reduce average setup time by 12%. EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Bachelor of Fine Arts: Broadcast Design 06/2005

Savannah College of Art and Design - Savannah, GA

CERTIFICATIONS

• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt – Riverwood Associates, Atlanta, GA (2015)

• 5S Group Efficiency Project – Efeso Glue & Accessories, Sparta, GA (2017)

• Operations Efficiency Improvement Project – Argo-Efeso, Sparta, GA (2023)

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