Accomplished Lean Six Sigma Specialist eager to contribute exceptional manufacturing management, operations leadership, and continuous improvement expertise toward supporting a dynamic company in optimizing bottom-line performance and productivity.

 

 

Significant strengths in multi-site plant operations, engineering management, project planning, cost control, and continuous improvement.  Regarded as a natural leader and change agent with proficiency in strategic and cost-effective business management and extensive background in Lean value stream management, Kaizen and Six Sigma methods, and facilitating cohesive efforts among all departments to achieve and maintain a top-quality environment. Ability to train, mentor and direct staff base exceeding 300 personnel, orchestrate large-scale operation start-ups, and integrate Lean methods throughout the organization focusing on product flow, value stream identification, standardization, planned maintenance, and quality control. Adept at developing and executing procedures, processes, and methodologies to heighten productivity and achieve measurable cost savings.

 

Selected Achievements:

 

         Led team at GM in delivering bottom-line improvements through standardizing work processes and leveraging takt time to capture 40% increase in operational efficiency.

         Applied dynamic leadership talents toward training, mentoring, motivating and coaching GM personnel throughout all departments in use of Lean methodology and tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die).

         Steered business performance improvements that yielded zero accidents, defect-free products, and on-time delivery for Nissan Motors Corp. 

         Leveraged 5S, Kaizen, and innovative waste elimination strategies to elevate efficiency, maintain quality, and ensure continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and procedures at Nissan.

         Recipient of General Motors Chairman Award for accomplishments in Lean implementation.

         Scrutinized and transformed traditional powertrain manufacturing plants into Lean-focused factories for Transystems, slashing production costs by 41% and accelerating lead time by 60%.

 

 

General Motors Corporation, Pontiac, Michigan, 1995 to 2009

Lean Subject Matter Expert / Global Manufacturing Project Engineer           (2003 to 2009)

• Spearheaded site s Lean initiatives and activities inclusive of continuous improvement, change management, and launching global manufacturing cross-training program to achieve a lean, flexible workforce model.
• Conducted domestic and international manufacturing system audits to determine and recommend strategies which will enhance customer support, system flow and quality, while expediting lead times and reducing operating expenses.

 

 

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Professional Experience continued

 

Competitive Manufacturing Manager, Lean Project Engineer         (1995 to 2003)

• Championed Lean reform initiatives encompassing value stream mapping/management, continuous flow strategy implementation, precisely evaluating organizational capabilities, and proactively formulating tactical improvement plans.
• Drove new product introductions at Greenfield and Brownfield manufacturing plants in flawless alignment with Lean strategic planning and project engineering initiatives.
• Exercised sharp prioritization skills in seamlessly overseeing and managing multi-site operations and numerous departments with time-critical service needs.  

 

Nissan Motors Corporation, Smyrna, Tennessee, 1984 to 1995

Production Area Manager

• Demonstrated outstanding operations leadership capabilities in creating formal production operating plans, verifying facility equipment reliability to minimize system downtime, tracking key performance indicators, and anticipating/correcting trends vital to attaining financial targets.
• Resourcefully implemented work cells with visual shop floor control, single piece flow and Kanban pull systems.
• Consistently achieved stringent customer delivery schedules and budget compliance while diligently monitoring inventory levels, documenting and reporting bi-monthly cycle counts, and conducting annual physical inventories.
• Tasked with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, evaluating and disciplining or terminating employees.

 

                   

 

Prior background includes role as Lean Project Engineering Consultant for

Transystems / The Access Group.

 

 

Kennedy Western University

Bachelor and Master Degrees, Human Resource Management

 

Six Sigma Black Belt: Expert Ratings Global Professionals

 

Professional Development:

 

Completed numerous advanced training courses in: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Integration, Lean Project Engineering, Continuous Improvement Methodologies, etc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a Lean manufacturing management capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

As indicated in the accompanying resume, I bring to you a substantial background in driving Lean transformations within fast-paced production environments translating to remarkable cost savings and efficiency improvements. My expertise in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen and Kanban techniques has been vital to driving measurable organizational growth. To complement these qualifications, I offer a steadfast commitment to driving continuous improvement, maximizing employee commitment and engagement, and utilizing a hands-on management style to create value and buy-in as a lead change facilitator.

 

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a highly motivated professional committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior self-initiative, unparalleled resourcefulness, and well-honed leadership attributes. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to <insert name of organization>, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

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