Joe Royse

Experience

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  Minority Auto Handling Specialist

  Sept 2003 - Jul 2008

  Lead Material Handler/Union Steward/Switch Truck Operator

   Loaded and unloaded General Motors freight in a fast-paced environment Quantified material using PQSS (Part quantification scanning system) and freight tally sheets Inspected product for damages and defects Rotated 75-125 trailers into and away from the dock nightly Worked closely with management ensuring a safe facility Served as a Safety Committee Representative  Analyzed safety issues and develop corrective actions Analyzed safety issues, developed corrective actions, and held safety meetings Performed random inspections to ensure adherence to company regulations, OSHA, MIOSHA, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement Served as a Union Steward for Teamsters Local 299 Show less

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  American Profit Recovery

  Jul 2008 - Sept 2010

  Inside Sales Manager

   Supervised and trained Inside Sales team members to ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction Planned and scheduled appointments for outside sales reps to maximize efficiency and sales opportunities Set monthly sales goals and provided training to achieve targets, resulting in increased revenue for the company Was responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Inside sales team Developed sales scripts to engage business decision makers  Conducted B2B sales calls to introduce company products Show less

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  Plastomer Corporation

  Dec 2010 - Oct 2013

  Lead Machine Operator

   Utilized measuring devices daily, such as calipers, gauges, Mics, Go/No Go Gauges, to verify that product conformed to customer specification Trained, coached, and developed new and transfer employees Stocked proper materials for continuous operation Recorded production numbers and operated machines using the Plex System Oversaw overall functionality and routine maintenance of the lamination & die presses Achieved production targets and KPI’s Implemented 5S and Continuous Improvement practices Show less

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  Venture Mfg.Co.

  Oct 2013 - Sept 2016

  Production Supervisor

   Coordinated employee duties with Plant Manager Supervised staff of 119 in all aspects of business including, but not limited to, Hiring, Releasing, discipline, scheduling, coordinating, Coaching and Mentoring, and training Approved daily production counts, time reporting, and Payroll Trained all employees on BMP’s using SOP’s, WI’s, along with hands-on training Implemented 5S and Continuous Improvement practices Performed quality audits to ensure QA adherence to specifications Performed audits to ensure Team members follow 5s initiatives Conducted shift meetings to celebrate successes, discuss safety concerns and production needs Coordinated and conducted Kaizen events for continuous improvement purposes Troubleshot and performed maintenance on all machinery when necessary  Ensured FIFO standards with materials Assisted Plant Manager with logistical operations Operated metal stamp presses, metal forming presses and test machinery Performed reserve Plant Manager function in Plant Manager absence Show less

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  The AZEK Company

  Sept 2016 - Jun 2022

   Applied continuous improvement initiatives to include Lean/Six Sigma principles  Reported directly to VP of Lean Six Sigma Managed Team of 4 CI specialists Deployed Lean Management systems including Visual Management, Tier (PSQDC) Boards, 6s, & Standard work, VSM, Kaizen Ensured there is an effective transformation from the traditional methods of running the business to both Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies Managed process improvement projects and applications Participated in Root Cause Corrective Action meetings to address production issues Developed and maintained audit processes Developed, implemented, and drove process parameters essential for effective job function and train all employees including front line management, Plant Managers, and Site leadership on expectations and compliance of those parameters Designed, Built, maintained, and trained employees on three SharePoint repository sites with automated workflows behind each site for a quick and measurable approval process, including Azek’s ECR and Document Control sites. Developed and managed Azek’s engineering change request system Developed and managed Azek’s document control system  Facilitated 20+ Kaizen events and VSM’s 6s Leader and Trainer Developed company-controlled document templates, approval processes and approval systems Designed CTQ applications to maintain BOP compliance Restructured current TPM’s to include only critical to quality (CTQ) parameters Developed and implemented Leader Standard Work and Operator Standard Work Developed Work Instructions and SOPs for company processes Created and implemented (P)SQDC Boards for sixteen plants Cost savings over $500k per year in various scrap reduction projects (kaizen, six sigma) Led fifty projects from inception to completion. Cost savings totaling $8 million+ Show less  Selected, lead, developed, evaluated, Coached and Mentored, and motivated personnel to achieve success Reported Directly to VP of Operations Supervised staff of thirty-five Planned and organized resources to effectively maximize productivity, while ensuring that safety and quality requirements are adhered to Directed personnel management initiatives to include attendance tracking, staffing, safety training/reporting, employee performance reviews, counseling and corrective action, and development/retention Applied continuous improvement initiatives to include 6S and Lean Six Sigma principles Troubleshot production issues and implement solutions Successfully completed professional development initiatives and promote developmental opportunities to shift personnel Managed process improvement projects and applications Participated in Root Cause Corrective Action meetings to address production issues Developed, maintained, and audited process lock down parameters and BOPs Conducted investigations involving near misses, incidents, and accidents, and ensure appropriate corrective action Developed, implemented, and drove process parameters essential for effective job function and train all employees on expectations and compliance of those parameters Show less

  • Corporate Continuous Improvement Coordinator

    Sept 2016 - Jun 2022

  • Production Supervisor

    Sept 2016 - Jun 2018
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  First Choice Business Brokers

  Jun 2022 - now

  Business Sales & Acquisitions Manager

  • Manage business sales, mergers, and acquisitions from start to finish, ensuring seamless transitions for sellers and buyers.• Provide real-time confidential business valuations to empower owners in making informed decisions.• Facilitate seller/buyer relations and transactions, optimizing outcomes for all parties involved.

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  Ford Motor Company

  Oct 2022 - now

  Process Coach

   Supervise, evaluate, and empower a team that produces manufactured products Organize workflow to meet quality and daily productivity KPI requirements Ensure safety, quality, and productivity objectives are achieved through coaching standardized work, verifying lines are running safely, smoothly, and producing quality parts Drive to exceed personal/team/Company goals by holding self and team to high performance standards through servant leadership Lead team members by providing guidance, training, and support to ensure the successful completion of tasks Build strong interpersonal relationships with hourly team members, union, and management teams Train, coach, and develop newly hired and promoted Supervisors Optimize throughput in accordance with budgets and cost objectives Administer the CBA (collective bargaining agreement) effectively Perform minimum of two Green Belt projects per year (averaging four) Monitor and maintain the quality of all transmissions and ensure that they meet or exceed the required standards and specifications Identify opportunities that can improve optimization, efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness Collect and analyze data including materials used, inspection results, and process parameters to make data-driven decisions for process improvements Address any issues or defects in the manufacturing process and implementing corrective actions Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering and quality control, to ensure seamless production processes and product quality Have a total cost savings thru Six Sigma projects currently at $700k/yr Show less