Global Manufacturing and Quality Executive with a proven reputation for driving change by focusing on people, processes, and procedures in the consumer goods industry. Lean Six Sigma, Procurement Expert who consistently maximizes profitability through cost reduction, improved quality, and increased customer service levels. Strategic and Tactical Leader who applies critical initiatives including: automation, right sizing, restructuring, and culture change, in organizations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Diverse background in consumer gas and electrical product procurement such as: metal stamping, welding, forging, die-casting, injection molding, machining and assembling components. * Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certified. * Expert in gasoline and electric outdoor product manufacturing/engineering (power washer, generator, trimmer, blower, lawn mower, snow blower, and chainsaws). * Comprehensive understanding of REACH, RoHS, CARB, EPA, UL, CE, TSA and CSA regulatory agencies compliance testing and standards. * Four independent Greenfield manufacturing factories startup in China, Mexico, and USA - hiring/staffing, training/mentoring, and global supply chain development including successfully obtaining certification of ISO 9000. * Extensive safety and regulatory experience per European Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. * Complete understanding of Chinese culture and how to effectively motivate employees to achieve target objectives. Ability to communicate in basic Chinese.

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Companies I like:

Northup

• Sourcing
• Scheduling
• Product Design
• Risk Assessment
• Assessments
• Corrective Actions
• Quality
• ISO
• ISO 9001
• Manufacturing