MANUFACTURING / PRODUCTION / OPERATIONS MANAGER

Continuous Process Improvement / Six Sigma / Change Management / Project Managem

ent Cost Control / Manufacturing Engineering Materials Management / Multi-Site M
anagement ISO 9000 / TQM / Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) / Enterprise Lev
el Applications Policies & Procedures / Inventory Control / Business Planning
& Reengineering
Organizational Development / Security Facility Design & Construction / Warehousi
ng
Shipping & Receiving / Logistics / Environmental Safety / Training
Manufacturing & Engineering Liaison / New Product Development / Scheduling
Methods & Standards / Operating Procedures
Developed, planned, and implemented manufacturing strategies for processes and p
roducts; managed budget and department expenses; integrated quality assurance, p
roduction planning and scheduling; and achieved production goals. A hands-on le
ader, on the production floor; driving the organization and having a track recor
d for continuous improvement in the areas of cost reduction, product quality, pr
oductivity, and safety. Led cross-functional, multi-skilled workforce and track
ed competencies; providing leadership and development for continuous performance
improvement, as required.
Spearheaded efficient factory design that required no contractor re-works or cha
nge orders, completing project ahead of schedule and within budget. Led startups
, conceived and implemented creative solutions; managed Oracle ERP manufacturing
implementations, streamlining processes, improving quality and conception-to-sh
ipping cycle time. Managed all manufacturing production processes, meeting or ex
ceeding established goals.
Developed processes, ensuring production lines were balanced, led continuous imp
rovement efforts, and performed process mapping of departmental activities to in
crease efficiency.
Energetic, hard-charging leader; removing team barriers to ensure achievement of
all Key Performance Indicators. Exhibit genuine compassion for people, building
trust that propels others to go beyond what is expected. Led, trained, motivate
d, coached and developed individuals and teams. Excellent organizational, analyt
ical and communication skills.

PROFESSIONAL CAREER HISTORY

First Sergeant, 301st Fighter Wing, Security Forces Squadron, US Air Force Reser
ves, 2008 to Present. Liaison between Commander and unit, leading and managing 7
0+ security forces personnel. Ensures discipline, morale and recognition are pro
perly administered. Earlier tours include: Logistics First Sergeant in Iraq, 200
3 to 2004, and 2010 leading over 150+ logistics personnel and Noncommissioned Of
ficer in Charge, 1979 to 1988.
Senior Consultant, Oracle Applications projects, Deloitte Consulting, LLP, 2004
to 2008. Led teams implementing software applications for industry-leading clien
ts. Manage/lead client interface regarding Oracle manufacturing-related applicat
ions. Develop clients requirements, configure software and manage/troubleshoot d
ata conversions. Project Implementations included:
Implemented Inventory/Engineering modules for Deloittes clients manufacturing f
acility in Czech Republic, on time and within budget, streamlining processes and
improving cycle time from conception to shipping.
Managed inventory data conversions troubleshooting and loading for Industry lea
der in data center networking solutions and services.
 Implemented Inventory module for converting a global manufacturing facility int
o a contract manufacturing methodology spanning 17 countries for a global compan
y that designs and manufactures semi-conductor test equipment. Developed and man
aged several conversions, customized reports, configurations, documentation, and
testing scenarios.
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Principal Consultant, ERP, Technology Solutions Company, 1998 to 2003. Organized
, planned, managed, coordinated and supported Oracle implementations. Analyzed m
anufacturing/assembly processes, evaluated business gaps/issues, conducted train
ing, developed process flows, and identified solutions and improvements. Project
Implementations include:
Managed Technology Solutions ORACLE manufacturing implementation for major clie
nts subsidiary branch, delivering on-time (<120 days), within budget and no prod
uction disruption.
Implemented Purchasing, Master Scheduling/MRP and for three locations for clien
t that designs and manufactures metal building systems and metal building compon
ents.
Implemented Oracles Master Scheduling/Material Requirements Planning, Workflow,
and Purchasing, modules for global contract manufacturer, which provides design
and manufacturing solutions/services for networking, telecom, industrial, medic
al and other markets. Four modules were implemented within 90 days, including po
st-production support.
Implemented corrective actions and conducted training for purchasing for a deve
lopment and manufacturing company of advanced semiconductor wafers and electroni
c digital imaging devices. Identified post-implementation issues in purchasing,
order entry and shipping operations.
Developed action plans and procedures for operations, process flows, and outsid
e processing procedures for manufacturing client specializing in large-sized die
sel engines and generators. Analyzed, researched, and solved data and process is
sues.
Managed and led an ORACLE manufacturing implementation at a subsidiary branch o
f a major corporation, a large-sized plumbing products company.
Manufacturing Oracle, Manufacturing Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Logistics/S
upply Supervisor. Motorola, 1989 to1998. Led up to 160 employees and four team l
eads for multiple shifts. Managed daily business operations to include quality,
materials planning, inventory control, productivity, delivery and costs. Conduct
ed tests and pilots for managing routings and processes for manufacturing integr
ation testing. Evaluated/documented process improvements. Managed and monitored
monthly budgets and capital expenditures.
Spearheaded new Motorola manufacturing plant startup, leading to manufactured,
packaged and shipped product within 30 days.
Conceived and implemented innovative solution, improving quality 22% at Motorol
a.
Redesigned, realigned processes/layouts, increasing Motorola velocity/productiv
ity 51%.
Managed the Work in Process Application Module. Conducted tests and pilots for
various scenarios of managing routings and processes for manufacturing integrati
on testing.
Led team improving new product launch, shortening Motorola concept-to-ship proc
ess by 60-90 days with residual improvements in quality, manufacturability and d
esign.
o Evaluated and documented manufacturing process improvements. Managed ship acce
ptance process and projects for manufacturing new products. Led team consisting
of Development, Manufacturing, Marketing, Warranty, Training, Publications, Fin
ance, Procurement, Material Planning, and Quality towards improving how we launc
h and begin shipping new products.
 Deployed factory engineering teams and facility engineering teams to complete f
acility move within two days, shipping product on the third day.
Managed and monitored monthly budgets and capital expenditures.
EDUCATION / TRAINING / CERTIFICATIONS / MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
MBA, Chapman College. BS, Industrial Technology, Southern Illinois University. A
ssociate Degrees in HR, Administrative Management and General Education. Certifi
ed in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) APICS. Oracle Master in Applic
ations IT Professional, Oracle University. Currently working toward Six Sigma Ce
rtification, Villanova University (Achieved Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate and
currently taking course for Lean Six Sigma), Active Secret Security Clearance.