Experience

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  Sandvik coromant

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2020

  • Guided and provided leadership to project managers in the successful execution of product transfer and investment initiatives aligned with a 5-year plan. Focused on integrating technology requirements, identifying potential productivity enhancements, and driving cost-related savings.• Managed a dedicated engineering team comprising 6 skilled engineers, overseeing their individual performance and development. Ensured the efficient resourcing of daily manufacturing operations to maintain productivity and the highest quality standards.• Proactively identified and capitalized on opportunities for product transfers while navigating the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic. Devised short-term cost-saving plans that effectively addressed workflow disruptions and maintained operational continuity.• Pioneered the deployment of a change request process aimed at addressing communication breakdowns between stakeholders and engineering teams. Transformed the perception of work being unplanned by implementing a change acceptance process, resulting in a remarkable $20K annual savings. Negotiated better prices and enhanced workflow and decision processes, positively impacting overall efficiency.• Skillfully identified and allocated cross-functional resources to ensure uninterrupted production during the absence of a critical team member. Mitigated potential disruptions by seamlessly orchestrating backup support, maintaining seamless operations and preventing setbacks. Show less

  • Engineering Manager (Interim)

    Jan 2020 - Jan 2020

  • Process Project Engineer

    Jan 2015 - Jan 2020

  • Manufacturing Engineer / Engineering Team Leader

    Jan 2008 - Jan 2015
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  Sandvik coromant

  Jan 2021 - now

  • Develops and oversees comprehensive project plans encompassing key milestones, tasks, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with objectives. Proactively identifies potential bottlenecks, risks, and challenges, and implements mitigation strategies to maintain project progress. • Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including R&D, engineering, quality, regulatory, and operations, to ensure seamless coordination and timely project execution. Leading and managing a dynamic team of Project Leaders focused on executing complex New Product Introduction (NPI) and Investment projects (presently 4 NPI and 3 Investment projects with $5M budget), while overseeing/supporting projects driven by various other departments.• Drives the successful planning, execution, and closure of projects by fostering close, effective collaboration across multiple departments, promoting a culture of shared accountability and achievement. Partners with quality and regulatory teams to maintain adherence to EPA, OSHA, ISO, and other relevant regulatory requirements throughout the manufacturing process.• Conducts comprehensive, monthly on-site and MS Teams-based training and information sessions, fostering a proactive culture of safety consciousness and regulatory compliance, playing a pivotal role in elevating operational excellence across key areas.• Strategically holding a key position within the Management Team, contributing invaluable insights and facilitating data-driven decision-making processes, while collaborating closely with C-suite executives, leveraging a deep understanding of operational intricacies to provide nuanced perspectives that inform high-level strategic discussions.• Leads the conception, development, and of both short- and long-term Environmental Improvement Projects, crafting sustainable solutions that align with the organization's commitment to environmental stewardship and corporate responsibility. Show less • Spearheaded and directed the seamless introduction of customizable drilling products into the market. Coordinated complex production transfers, ensuring resource allocation and efficient management of the entire project scope with an estimated $7.5M in Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).• Advised and took charge of strategic investment initiatives, involving the procurement of cutting-edge grinding, gundrill, and lathe equipment. Conducted in-depth evaluations of existing machinery's capacity and capability to inform the acquisition decisions, optimizing overall operational efficiency reducing FTE by over 2.5.• Demonstrated end-to-end project oversight, meticulously managing budgets, resources, and critical milestones throughout the project lifecycle. Skillfully orchestrated timelines to ensure on-time and on-budget project deliverables.• Successfully orchestrated a high-impact production transfer from an overseas factory to an onshore site adding close to $1M COGS to unit.• Proactively reviewed project scope of overseas transfers, identified key stakeholders, and led collaborative discussions to devise optimal strategies for achieving project objectives. Skillfully coordinated the acquisition of three additional resources, effectively enhancing project productivity and minimizing potential disruptions.• Revamped a delayed and over-budget capital investment project by conducting rigorous reviews of three distinct proposals. Analyzed each proposal against program requirements, resulting in the selection of a solution that not only reduced costs by 25%, but also slashed setup time by a significant 80% compared to competing options. Show less

  • Program & Technology Manager

    Jan 2022 - now

  • Process & Project Engineer

    Jan 2021 - Jan 2022