Kenneth Reynolds

*** ****** **** ***

Salem, MO *5560

573-***-****

cmx5ig@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE: Versatile with multi-disciplined management and engineering background. Experience in the procurement, management, design, and control of diverse projects, commercial and governmental, large and small. Self-educating, resourceful, diligent, self-motivated.

EXPERIENCE:

3/12- current - Sunesis LLC, Salem, Missouri - President/Owner

Provide technical and contract assistance, proposal assistance, Lean manufacturing implementation, and other assistance. Conducted study of availability of crop residues for renewable energy use for Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

2/01-3/12 - Missouri Enterprise, Rolla, Missouri – Project Manager

Managed largest Lean Implementation project in Missouri with The Doe Run Company (3 divisions, 7 facilities). Developed the strategy and establishment of the Leonard Wood Institute, which conducts research projects for the U.S. Army (ARL). Certified Missouri Energy Auditor. Developed Missouri Enterprise’s E3 (Energy-Environment-Efficiency) program proposal, conducted energy audits, conducted studies for energy projects including renewable energy. Instrumental in developing and establishing Early Warning Network in Missouri. Developed, implemented, and course plan and schedule for Advanced Manufacturing Specialist Training program (DOL H1B grant), including developing and conducting course curriculum. Trained, mentored, and implemented Lean Manufacturing principles (Muda, Workplace Organization (5S), Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, Kaizen, Standard Work, Quality at Source, Teams, Visual Controls, Batch Reduction, Facility Layout, Takt Time, Cellular Manufacturing, Line Balancing, Quick Changeover, Point of Use Storage, Total Productive Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Poka Yoke), ISO (QMS/EMS) and Six Sigma to businesses in the drive to achieve World Class Manufacturing. Managed/conducted Value-Added Producer Grants for Agriculture.

5/98-2/01 Sunesis LLC, Salem, Missouri - President/Owner – Consultant to Shipyards and Manufacturers

Provide technical assistance on international and commercial contracts and government contracts under federal and state regulations, and other regulatory bodies. Contract/specification interpretation, contract changes and modifications, invoicing and payments, agreements, negotiations, contract disputes, etc. Prepare, support, and defend studies/analyses regarding issues such as accounting changes, changing business bases, financial forecasts, etc.

1/96-5/98 Intermarine USA, Savannah, Georgia - Contracts and Proposals Manager

Manage international and commercial contracts and government contracts under federal and state regulations, and other regulatory bodies. Contract/specification preparation, interpretation, contract changes and modifications, invoicing and payments, agreements, negotiations, contract disputes, etc. Solicit for, prepare, support, and negotiate technical and cost proposals in response to requests from customers or unsolicited proposals to potential customers. Prepare, support, and defend internal studies/analyses regarding issues such as accounting changes, changing business bases, financial forecasts, etc. Expert witness on contract and scheduling issues.

2/89-1/96 Intermarine USA, Savannah - Manager, Cost Estimating

Contract/specification preparation, interpretation, contract changes and modifications, invoicing and payments, agreements, negotiations, contract disputes, etc. Solicit for, prepare, support, and negotiate technical and cost proposals in response to requests from customers or unsolicited proposals to potential customers. Prepare, support, and defend internal studies/analyses regarding issues such as accounting changes, changing business bases, financial forecasts, etc.

10/87 - 2/89 Intermarine USA, Savannah - Manager, Scheduling and Planning

Introduction of new technology, developing build/manufacturing strategies, new facilities and sites, alternative/advanced manufacturing methods. Scheduling (network scheduling, Gantt, modified Gantt, and other scheduling techniques). Implementation, development, and execution of planning, scheduling, and control systems. Performed master planning and scheduling, design and implementation of business systems, facility and manufacturing plans, and organizational planning at a new facility for a new company for an Italian corporation in the United States.

07/86 - 10/87 Lockheed Shipbuilding Company, Savannah - Manager Scheduling and Estimating

Introduction of new technology, developing build/manufacturing strategies, new facilities and sites, alternative/advanced manufacturing methods. Scheduling (network scheduling, Gantt, modified Gantt, and other scheduling techniques). Implementation, development, and execution of planning, scheduling, and control systems. Performed master planning and scheduling, design and implementation of business systems, facility and manufacturing plans, and organizational planning at the new facility.

09/82 - 07/86 Lockheed Shipbuilding Company, Seattle - Advanced Outfitting Specialist (Production Planning Engineer)

Donated to NAVSEA to contribute in design of new class of naval ships (T-AGOS-23). Introduced new technology, developed build/manufacturing strategies, new facilities and sites, alternative/ advanced manufacturing methods. Scheduling (network scheduling, Gantt, modified Gantt, and other scheduling techniques). Implementation, development, and execution of planning, scheduling, and control systems. Lead a team and instrumental in Producibility, Improvements, and Manufacturing/ Facility plan for US Navy LCAC Program. Conducted site selection, facility and manufacturing plans, business systems, start-up planning, organization planning, and implementation of three new divisions at three new locations for Lockheed Corporation. These new facilities employed from 300 to 2,000 employees.

11/78 - 09/82 Lockheed Shipbuilding Company, Seattle - Ship Repair Estimator

Project Management, contract/specification interpretation, contract changes and modifications, invoicing and payments, agreements, negotiations, contract disputes, etc. Solicit for, prepare, support, and negotiate technical and cost proposals in response to requests from customers or unsolicited proposals to potential customers.

07/75 – 11/78 Marathon LeTourneau, Teen Ranch, MEBA (Marine Engineer)

FORTES:

- Able to undertake new or unusual assignments, and develop quickly the expertise, technical knowledge, tools, systems, etc., necessary to fulfill the objectives of the assignment, maximizing the profit potential to the company.

- Able to utilize existing tools and develop the necessary programs/systems to conduct business and achieve goals.

- Able to analyze, understand, and comprehend the big picture. The combination of my technical education and experience, and my experience in production, financial, business, and contractual matters allows me to comprehend and communicate the overall situation, project, problem, solution, and/or proposal.

- Able to create strategy and execute new program/division/facility projects. Created three new divisions at new facilities and one new company at new facility. Managed several R&D programs.

EDUCATION: B.S. Marine Engineering, 1975, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy

Numerous Management Courses and Professional Seminars

Senior Member – American Society for Quality – Lean & Six Sigma