OVERVIEW:

Highly motivated results-driven Technical and Operations Manager with 20 years e

xperience providing excellence in engineering design, processing and facilities
construction and maintenance. A team player with demonstrated results in identi
fying, analyzing and solving problems that require management skills and creativ
e thinking.
Qualified by:
Strategic Planning Quality System Implementation
Capital Budget Vendor Management
Project Management Team Leadership
Negotiation Skills Process Improvement
SUMMARY OF SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS THROUGH:
Analysis
Investigated, designed and implemented a restructured manufacturing system to a
ddress systemic breakdown in attempting to respond to high customer demand. As
a result of the new structure and revamped processes back orders were filled, de
livery was guaranteed, revenue increased by $24 million with $18 million to the
bottom line, inventory turns increased from 9 to 22 and customer returns decreas
ed by $1 million.
Conducted baseline costing and resource planning with domestic and overseas sup
pliers. Provided direct consulting resulting in improved processing, higher qua
lity, improved delivery and lower cost.
Conducted analysis resulting in restructured customer complaint processes to be
tter identify and correct systemic and production issues. The implemented progr
ams resulted in significantly improved manufacturing processes, higher quality,
lower cost and dramatic reduction in customer complaints.
Communication
Assigned and successfully completed projects with Japanese and Korean manufactu
rers to build clean room manufacturing systems. Directed cross-functional team
s to plan and implement product introductions.
Investigated, identified and qualified outsourcing projects in Germany and Holl
and to alleviate capacity problems. Oversaw the smooth transfer of technology r
esulting in a highly efficient start-up and production to meeting growing demand
.
Managed three shift operation and facilities. Established the manufacturing ta
rgets, operation goals, and budgets to increase productivity and employee partic
ipation. Workforce diversity presented challenges that were overcome through ed
ucation, consistent message and training.
Chosen as technical contact for technology transfer of US naval Ships to Taiwan
.
Developed and conducted training courses in design, process improvement, mathem
atics, writing, ESL.
Implementation
Oversaw design, schedule and cost management of 15 major defense contract proje
cts meeting highly aggressive on-time delivery and quality/performance goals.
Implemented supplier performance and rating program by integrating engineering,
contracts, purchasing and quality departments into cohesive team resulting in $
10 million annual savings.
Reduced lead times by up to 60% with inventory management techniques, improved
scheduling protocols and more efficient process scheduling methods. Cut product
transition time by up to 50%
Change Management
Developed and implemented improved scheduling, policy, logistics and communicat
ions systems to address late deliveries of customer orders. These projects were
high visibility and required significant changes to the manufacturing culture a
nd extensive cross-functional training and productivity metrics.
Developed and implemented Preventative Maintenance systems resulting in downtim
e failures by 30%.
 Implemented Quality Management System to meet international standard requiremen
ts and foster continual process improvement through employee training, communica
tion and strategic plan goals and objectives.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
New Era Alternative Energy 2009-2010
Owner
Providing alternative energy products and service. Products include alternative
energy, renewable energy and energy saving devices and products.
J-Pac, Somersworth, NH 2007-2008
Operations Director
Responsible for operations including process development, manufacturing, invento
ry, maintenance and safety. The company is a contract packager and manufacturer
s thermoformed medical products.
NOVA Technology, Portsmouth, NH 2005-2006
Technical Manager
Responsible process and product development for introduction of new medical devi
se. The company designs and manufactures Class 2 medical devices.
Thunderline-Z, Hampstead, NH 2002-2005
Engineering Manager
Responsible for Technical support, process and product development and program m
anager for new product introductions. The company manufactures hermetic glass-t
o-metal feed thrus, soldering, and direct sealed fully machined hi-rel packages.

A.T. Wall Company, Warwick, Rhode Island 1999-2002

Quality and Technical Services Manager
Responsible for developing and deploying technical solutions to improve material
quality and lower cost, and institute supply chain initiatives to lower invento
ry, reduce lead times, and support the manufacturability of new products. The f
irm manufactures stamped metal components and tubing.
Yardney Technical Products, Pawcatuck, Connecticut 1997-1999
Technical Manager
The company provides high-density batteries in a wide variety of applications.
Responsibilities included developing requirements for machined parts and sub-ass
emblies, identifying and qualifying suppliers, creating and implementing quality
and process standards, and delivering cross-functional training for military co
ntracts, and new product introduction and commercialization.
Hollingsworth and Vose, Groton, Massachusetts 1993-1997
Quality and Technical Manager
Managed 3 departments responsible for product development, commercialization, an
d cost reduction through process improvements, quality control and manufacturing
engineering. H&V manufactures woven synthetics for industrial and consumer pro
ducts.
Bath Iron Works, Bath Maine 1986-1993
Material Surveillance Supervisor
Oversaw budgets and schedules for 15 major structural units; supervised 32 desig
ners in engineering focusing on CAD development and lofting structural parts for
vessels. The company is a builder of naval surface combatant vessels and indus
trial fabrication.
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Manufacturing, Boston University, Boston, MA
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Kingston, RI
ADDITIONAL TRAINING - Lean Manufacturing, Six-Sigma, Operations Research, Qualit
y Systems, CQE, Inventory Management, Classroom and private tutor instruction.
Completed Photovoltaic Design and Installation courses.