Michael Haas

Experience

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  Blau ATB

  Jan 1997 - Nov 1997

  Prototype Manager

  Blau ATB (a division of Magna International) Weiz, Austria Jan. ’97 - Nov. ‘97(Tier 1 Supplier of Automotive Fuel Systems•Developed and implemented a comprehensive prototype system.•Supported the development and design of fuel systems.•Responsible for the procurement and submission of prototypes to customers (Mercedes, BMW, Audi).

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  MSM

  Nov 1997 - Dec 2000

  Project Manager

  M.S.M. (a division of Magna International Inc.) Woodbridge, ON 1997-2000(Tier 1 Supplier of Automotive Powertrain Components) •Managed a staff of 4 Engineers providing direction and support in the design of customer part prints, prototype and production tooling.•Organized and planned programs utilizing APQP principles.•Developed a quotation matrix to streamline the quotation process.•Established and implemented the budget for the engineering department.•Coordinated and managed the sourcing of prototype and production tooling.•Performed process capability studies, analyzed results and provided direction to improve capability and optimize efficiency.•Submitted Research and Development documentation for potential tax credits.•Demonstrated leadership ability, strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills. Show less

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  STT Technologies

  Jan 2001 - Feb 2009

  Assistant General Manager

  •Worked in conjunction with the General Manager to ensure the business is managed efficiently and cost effectively.•Created and deployed a strategic/tactical plan to implement LEAN Manufacturing.•Managed and developed global supply base•Developed and implemented TS16949 and ISO 14001 systems.•Six Sigma Champion with overall savings of $1 million +.•Implemented Process Control training for all production employees to ensure a fundamental understanding of PFMEA.•Developed and worked closely with supply base to integrate best practices.•Developed and implemented a shop floor database for KMI metrics that improved communication and dissemination of performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.•Led and directed problem solving teams utilizing common problem solving methodologies: Red X, Six Sigma, 8D.•Facilitated the development of PFMEA’s and Control Plan documentation. Show less

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  STT Technologies a division of Magnapowertrain

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2012

  General Manager

  •P/L responsibility for 2 plants (Concord, ON (143k sq ft.) and Monterrey, Mexico 10k sq ft.) 300 employees/$100+ million in annual sales revenue.•Maintained EBIT, gross margins, cash flow over 3 challenging years of the economic downturn while absorbing volume reductions, FX pricing pressures and executing plan to reduce overall costs.•Effectively managed distressed supply base•Responsible for the managing and developing global supply base•Provided monthly operational update to the Board of Directors.•Presented financial and operational plan at semi-annual Board of Directors Meetings.•Responsible for customer quote proposal submission for Board approval.•Developed Business Plan and Capital Budget in excess of $ 20 million.•Directed and managed Engineering, Finance, HR, Project Management, IT, Quality, Shop Floor Operations, Purchasing, Inventory and Sales.•Ensured that the quality, environmental and safety systems were in place and adhered to.•Implemented incentive program to reward employees for successfully achieving targets.•Achieved over 600 days with Zero lost time accidents.•Developed strong customer relationships with Ford, GM, VW, Chrysler and Honda.•Established Program Teams and facilities for the design and development of new or modified products to enable the company to maintain and improve its’ competitive position in the industry.•Engaged and openly communicated with all employees and led the effort to train and update the workforce. Show less

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  P&F Tool & Die (Division of Magna International)

  Sept 2013 - Feb 2014

  Business Development Manager

  • Identified and strategized business planning for P&F• Tracked and addressed Customer commercial issues• Worked in collaboration with Cosma Sales to expand business opportunities• Prepared feasibility studies and submit quotes for all new business quotes and engineering changes • Prepared and submitted quote capital request to Cosma for approval• Provided Finance with targeted un-booked business for business plan• Tracked piece price changes and report to necessary dept to update P&F forms and CMS • Strengthened relationships with current/future customer OEM plants• Identified products to expand P&F's customer and product base•Tracked commercial related data for engineering changes, die builds and assembly builds Show less

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  Multimatic, Dynamic Suspensions

  May 2014 - Oct 2017

  Program Manager

  1. Lead role in developing process flow and operations. 2.Main contact for planning/coordinating projects. 3.Primary interface with the customer for a project to ensure quality and customer satisfaction. 4..Develop Program Timeline in collaboration with Customer Inputs 5.Lead APQP process 6..Assist or solve technical issues as they arise 7. Supplier Development 8. Program Budgetary Responsibility

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  Multimatic Ride Dynamics

  Oct 2017 - now

  Program Manager