Fellow - Lubrication Systems

THOMAS F. MCCLURE

**** ********** ***** ******* ********, OH 45044 937-***-**** *********@****.***

CAREER SUMMARY

Experienced executive with a consistent record of innovation, developing research and development priorities, new product launches, price points and resolving manufacturing, engineering, quality, and safety performance issues in industry-leading corporations. Team builder who forges creative partnerships within the organization (R&D, sales, and operations) and with industry and academia to develop practical solutions to problems and identify new opportunities. Recognized ability to quickly identify, analyze, and capitalize on new business opportunities to grow the bottom line.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Lubricant/ Fuel Evaluation and New Product Development Materials Testing and Specification Development Management of Chemical Laboratories

Coaching, Teaching, and Engagement at all levels LEAN / Six Sigma / Analytic Troubleshooting Development of Strategic Alliances

Project Management Supplier Process and Quality Improvement Marketing /Sales Strategy Development and Launch

Lean Product Development and R&D Manufacturing Process Improvement Performance, Profitability, and Cost Improvement

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ACCULUBE (Dayton, OH) November 2010 – Present

Acculube (www.acculube.com) is one of the Midwest’s leading distributors of lubricants and chemicals including quenchants, vibratory compounds, conversion coatings, absorbents, specialized coolants, and straight oils. Acculube also provides the region’s most capable, and comprehensive,

field support services, including consultation, and ongoing assistance from a CMFS (Certified Metalworking Fluid Specialist) regarding lubricant evaluation and interchangeability, analysis, equipment, reclamation and waste disposal, and troubleshooting

Laboratory Manager of Acculube Inc. Provide technical support, laboratory analyses and interpretation, and quality control services to major manufacturing organizations located throughout the Midwest. Identify and characterize new applications and products and work seamlessly with Acculube sales organization to introduce these products to clients. Leverage diverse, multi-industry experience to serve as the client’s trusted business partner in all technical and manufacturing management subject areas

Consultant (Liberty Township, OH) November 2008 – November 2010

Self-employed consultant focused on machining process optimization, lean machining, machining process / metalworking fluid training and metalworking fluid selection and optimization. Clients included major manufacturing organizations in Midwest including Spirit Aerospace, Castrol, and iSi.

• Trained a ten-person team to assume responsibility for a $3 million dollar/year chemical management program at a major aerospace manufacturer in Wichita, KS.

• Developed and implemented launch strategy for the $3 million dollar/year chemical management program allowing seem-less transition from previous chemical manager to client without impacting major aerospace manufacturer’s operations.

• Identified over $750,000 cost saving opportunities related to better usage and reduction of chemicals at Wichita site.

• Evaluated metalworking fluids against the requirements of Boeing specification BAC 5008 for use at Boeing and Boeing supplier machining facilities

• Managed client’s $1.3 million new product development program

TechSolve February 1996 – November 2008

Award winning engineering services provider specializing in machining process consulting, machining research and development, Lean services, and new product development.

Director, Machining Services September 2007 – November 2008

Turned an underperforming business unit into a profit center by changing business model and strategy by reorganizing and launching a new business group. This group specialized in partnering with manufacturing organizations to identify and drive cost out of manufactured parts through the infusion of machining technology and lean approaches.

• Recruited, selected, and trained ten individuals (employees and sub-contractors) in the use of highly specialized software to minimize labor and cost associated with product delivery.

• Identified and secured private company partners to improve aerospace / DOD sales channels; in 10 months increased revenue from $300K to $1M by selling to Boeing, GE Aviation, RTI International, Pratt Whitney, and Messier-Dowty.

• Staffed, managed team and ensured deliverable while maintaining customer relationship for Boeing 787 machined part process development and machined part cost estimation at Canadian-based aerospace manufacturer.

• Led development of TechSolve’s proposal to the United State Government entities (Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines) resulting in award of a 5 year, $12.1 M Smart Manufacturing grant.

Executive Vice President, Operations April 2000 – September 2007

Led a 30-member team of engineers, technicians, sales, and support staff focused on providing process improvement (Lean manufacturing), supplier development, new product development, machining research and development, and engineered part life cycle management services to help manufacturers increase throughput and grow the bottom line. Efforts lead TechSolve to record annual sales ($10M) and revenue ($8M) (Highest in Company History).

• Launched new business initiatives in Lean Product Development, Lean Hospital, Lean Government, and Smart Machine Technology (US Army program).

• Negotiated the Biennial services contract with GE Aviation growing contract value from $400K to $650K.

• Won and led a $500,000 project delivering optimized machining processes for supplier of US Marine’s Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle reducing machining cycle times by 60%.

• Partnered with industry experts under auspices of Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers to develop requirements and training program for Certified Metalworking Fluid Specialists.

Manager, Fluid Business February 1996– April 2000

Developed new business group conducting metal removal fluid performance testing for manufacturers and formulators allowing data driven selection, management, and disposal of metal removal fluid used in manufacturing operations. Led team of ten team members (engineers and technicians) providing machinability testing and training for organizations involved in machining.

• Led TechSolve’s $1.8 M Ohio Hypermach Initiative, a high-speed machine development activity.

• Proposed and won $300K United States Environmental Protection Agency program to evaluate metalworking fluid guidelines. Published 119 page manual that became industry standard.

• Trained over 5000 individuals in Machining Principals and developed new courses in High Speed/High Performance Machining, Machining Strategy, Grinding, and Metal Removal Fluids generating revenues of over $200k/year.

Chemical Site Manager, Quaker Chemical Corporation, Conshohocken, PA

Corporate Spectroscopist, GE Corporate Research and Development, Schenectady, NY

Lead Engineer, Lubricants and Elastomeric Material, GE Aviation, Cincinnati, OH

Chemist, Lubricants and Finishes, GE Medium Steam Turbine Division, Lynn, MA

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Master of Science in Chemistry

University of Cincinnati (Cincinnati, OH) June 1990

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (Worcester, MA) October 1979

• Project Management Certification (Xavier University)

• LEAN Manufacturing (University of Kentucky)

• LEAN Innovation (University of Cincinnati)

• Theory of Constraints

• Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers Membership Committee

• Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers Certified Metalworking Fluid Specialist Committee

• Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers Certified Metalworking Fluid Specialist

• Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers Certified Metalworking Fluid Specialist course instructor

• Published numerous peer-reviewed articles including:

Microlubrication in Metal Machining Operations

Pollution Prevention Guide to Using Metal Working Fluids in Machining Operations

• Society of Manufacturing Engineers Metalworking Fluid Course Instructor

• Extensive course development and teaching experience

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