Director of Operations - Brent Operational Excellence
(2017-01)
- Increased tech productivity from 28% to 89% by implementing process improvements and targeted training, driving operational efficiency.
- Reduced overtime from 23% to 5%, saving $2.15 million by optimizing labor allocation and streamlining workflows.
- Generated $11.2 million in incremental volume by launching new initiatives and leveraging data-driven decision-making.
- Improved OEE from 56% to 79% by standardizing procedures and enhancing equipment reliability.
- Reduced raw material costs by $500,000 through BOM adherence and strategic sourcing.
- Increased throughput by 30.9% by optimizing standard labor hours and tracking key performance indicators.
- Fostered team accountability and ownership for results by conducting daily meetings and Gemba walks, enabling immediate and objective feedback.
Director of Excellence - Astro Pak - Lumberton, NJ
(2014-01 - 2017-03)
- Increased equipment availability from 42% to 95% by implementing TPM strategies and preventive maintenance.
- Reduced downtime by 32% through the implementation of 33 countermeasures, improving operational reliability.
- Improved customer satisfaction by 27% by addressing root causes of service issues and enhancing response times.
- Lowered costs by 14% by negotiating purchasing agreements and optimizing supplier relationships.
Director Engineering & Continuous Improvement - PSC Environmental - Lumberton, NJ
(2012-02 - 2013-12)
- Increased throughput by 19% by implementing one-piece flow in production processes.
- Reduced inventories and minimized potential EPA violations by streamlining material handling and compliance procedures.
- Eliminated non-value-added activities in receiving and scheduling, improving process efficiency.
- Reduced contract cycle time by 38 business days by redesigning workflows and removing bottlenecks.
Vice President Operations and Controller - Distributor Products - Lumberton, NJ
(2006-02 - 2009-12)
- Increased printer uptime by 21%, generating $450,000 in value, by implementing SMED techniques for folding carton and label plant turnaround.
- Collected $498,000 previously written off as bad debt by improving accounts receivable processes.
- Negotiated settlements with suppliers and controlled overtime, resulting in reduced costs and improved cash flow.
- Sold excess inventories to optimize working capital and reduce storage expenses.
Performance Project Manager - RLG International - Lumberton, NJ
(1998-08 - 2006-01)
- Reduced defects by $3.7 million on Boeing V-22 and Apache Longbow projects by implementing corrective actions and quality controls.
- Slashed inventory by $40 million through supply chain optimization and lean inventory management.
- Eliminated 200 underperforming suppliers, cutting engineering qualification costs by $600,000 and improving supplier quality.
- Developed and installed 31 SOX-compliant SOPs in 24 Coke-Cola Enterprises distribution centers, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Reduced off-day shipments and improved on-time delivery by optimizing logistics and distribution processes.
