ACCOMPLISHMENTS * Developed and Implemented Lean Manufacturing concepts, such as: 5S and Kanbans. * Developed and Implemented Nagara Cell Executions saving over $100K annually. * Using a cause/effect diagram used six-Sigma tools to eliminate waste and cut costs. * Developed and Implemented Quick-Die change process, reduced set-up time. * Developed/Implemented a plant-wide computer generated visual inventory system. * Created a Preventive Maintenance Program. * Implemented and Developed Corrective Action Reports, 8D'S. * Trained inspector's on new quality procedures. * Developed and Implemented an in-coming and quality inspection process. Experienced with other quality tools including PPAP, PFMEA and Control Plans * Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Process Flow Charts and Quality Inspection Charts. * Developed and implemented an Rejected Material Report (RMR) * Developed and implemented an Process Change Notice (PCN) Budget Liquors Mattapan, MA 1989 - 2006 Closing Manager (part-time) * Responsible for the closing and operating of the store three evenings a week. * Responsible for cashing out registers and lottery machines * Responsible for supervising employees and maintaining stock on shelves and beer cooler. * Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of store. * Trained in the proper checking of identifications. . Pollak Engineered Product, Dorchester, MA March 1982 - September 2005 Senior Manufacturing Supervisor * Responsible for three Production Order Fulfillment departments comprised of over 40 personnel, in the production of automotive connectors, cables, fuel valves, machine shop and fabricated products. Annual sales of $10M * Responsible for scheduling workload and writing performance reviews for over 40 personnel * Conducted employee training for up to 50 personnel at any one time * Conducted monthly department meetings as well as meetings on Lean Manufacturing/Kaizen Events/Nagara Cell Execution * Controlled entire department budget. * Facilitated presentations for senior management with regards to Lean Manufacturing projects * Interacted with customer service and aftermarket sales group on special assignment * Worked in a union environment for over five years * Purchased all supplies for the three production departments. Credited with Development and Implementation of: * Cost Reduction Team Leader, with over 20 years experience, implemented a plant-wide savings averaging $75K annually * Converted manual assembly lines to Nagara cells, eliminating two operators and reducing assembly time by 40%. Implemented process improvements to drive cell execution to meet business metrics such as on-time delivery, quality, safety, tak-time and productivity measures * Developed and Implemented a Kanban System for the Production Department, saving $20K * Developed/Implemented new operational site cards with computer generated pictures and instructions to provide a diverse group of assembly operators with better information to build a better product. * QS-9000/ ISO/TS16949/ 14001 Lead Auditors. Responsible for internal audit. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

Highlights:

• sheets
• Plating
• Preventive Maintenance
• Electronics
• Management
• Manufacturing
• ISO
• Lean Manufacturing
• Kaizen
• Process Improvements