{"id":2527,"date":"2024-03-18T18:33:43","date_gmt":"2024-03-18T22:33:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mriomega.com\/?p=2527"},"modified":"2025-10-17T11:29:05","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T15:29:05","slug":"manufacturing-leader-179604-multi-facility-heavy-truck-tool-die-automotive-glass-plastic-machining-stamping-molding-assembly-extrusion-heat-treat-welding-operations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mriomega.com\/index.php\/plant-manager\/manufacturing-leader-179604-multi-facility-heavy-truck-tool-die-automotive-glass-plastic-machining-stamping-molding-assembly-extrusion-heat-treat-welding-operations\/","title":{"rendered":"GM – Plant Manager (179604) Multi-facility, Heavy Truck, Tool\/Die, Automotive, Glass, Plastic \/ Machining, Stamping, Molding, Assembly, Extrusion, Heat Treat, Welding Operations \/"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

How many<\/strong> Manufacturing Leaders do you know that have 20+ years of hitting home runs across a variety of industries? Well, here is one who has consistently delivered record growth in the areas of productivity, manufacturing flexibility, and profits.<\/strong> He knows increases production capabilities while reducing labor requirements to reduce costs. His experience includes leadership roles that are responsible for multiple locations or facilities. He has managed as many as 9 facilities simultaneously and held global responsibilities for manufacturing in the Czech Republic, Japan, Mexico, and Italy. <\/strong>Here is a “Game Changer” with a stong talent for conceptualizing and communicating vision to corporate manufacturing leadership while empowering and focusing employees to achieve goals! And he has a track record that clearly demonstrates it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Strategic Focus<\/strong><\/td>Impact<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
Multi-Site Leadership<\/strong><\/td>Directed 9 plants simultaneously, scaling operations across 5 states and 4 countries.<\/td><\/tr>
P&L Ownership<\/strong><\/td>Drove EBIT, ROI, and margin improvements through strategic cost control and Lean implementation.<\/td><\/tr>
M&A Integration<\/strong><\/td>Consolidated, relocated, and shuttered plants post-acquisition \u2014 protecting enterprise value.<\/td><\/tr>
Global Manufacturing<\/strong><\/td>Managed international programs and plant setups in Mexico, Europe, and Asia.<\/td><\/tr>
Operational Excellence<\/strong><\/td>25%+ profit gains, 30% inventory reduction, 20%+ productivity improvement through Lean, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
If your plants are running\u2014but not performing, he is the leader who brings order, speed, and results.\u00a0He\u2019s managed up to 9 facilities simultaneously<\/strong>, across automotive, plastics, glass, metals, and heavy equipment<\/strong>, while driving measurable gains in profit, throughput, and efficiency<\/strong>.\u00a0\u00a0This is a multi-industry executive<\/strong> with hands-on experience in Czech Republic, Japan, Mexico, and Italy;<\/strong>\u00a0the kind of operator who thrives in complexity and delivers when the stakes are high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Industry Pain Point<\/strong><\/td>MM\u2019s Strength \/ Proven Solution<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
Multiple underperforming plants dragging down margins<\/strong><\/td>Managed up to 9 facilities simultaneously<\/strong>, implementing standardized KPIs, Lean practices, and P&L accountability \u2014 improving EBIT and ROI<\/strong> across all sites.<\/td><\/tr>
Inefficient, outdated manufacturing processes<\/strong><\/td>Led major Lean, Kaizen, 5S, MUDA, and TPM<\/strong> initiatives that boosted throughput, reduced scrap, and increased OEE. Delivered 20\u201330% efficiency gains across multiple operations.<\/td><\/tr>
High overhead and labor costs eroding profits<\/strong><\/td>Rightsized organizations<\/strong>, implemented flexible scheduling, and streamlined labor utilization \u2014 improving profitability while maintaining output and morale.<\/td><\/tr>
Fragmented or redundant operations post-acquisition<\/strong><\/td>Deep M&A and consolidation experience<\/strong> \u2014 successfully relocated, merged, and shuttered plants without customer disruption. Increased shareholder value through operational synergies.<\/td><\/tr>
Low yield, high scrap, and material waste<\/strong><\/td>Applied Value Stream Mapping<\/strong> and root cause analysis to cut scrap from 900,000 lbs. to 40,000 lbs. and reclaim material value. Increased yield and reduced cost of goods sold.<\/td><\/tr>
Slow launches, missed customer delivery windows<\/strong><\/td>Directed greenfield and brownfield plant launches<\/strong> (U.S. and Mexico) with flawless startup execution and top OEM supplier rankings. Delivered every Chrysler program launch on time.<\/td><\/tr>
Stagnant revenue and limited customer diversification<\/strong><\/td>Scaled Great Lakes Trim from $8M \u2192 $25M<\/strong> revenue in 3 years through new customer acquisition (Lincoln, Cadillac, Freightliner) and expanded product mix.<\/td><\/tr>
High fixed costs and poor capital deployment<\/strong><\/td>Managed strategic CapEx<\/strong> projects with ROI-driven outcomes (e.g., $10M bond payoff through 20% cost reduction). Cut utilities, scrap, and inventory exposure significantly.<\/td><\/tr>
Quality issues leading to warranty exposure<\/strong><\/td>Deployed TS16949 \/ IATF16949<\/strong>, APQP, and layered process audits \u2014 achieving 25%+ quality improvement and zero major findings in OEM audits.<\/td><\/tr>
Poor alignment between plant floors and executive vision<\/strong><\/td>Known for bridging corporate strategy and shop-floor execution<\/strong> \u2014 communicates clear vision, empowers teams, and builds leadership pipelines that deliver consistent results.<\/td><\/tr>
Safety incidents and compliance risks<\/strong><\/td>Reduced lost-time incidents by 45%<\/strong> via aggressive safety awareness and training programs. Drives a \u201cSafety = Productivity\u201d culture across all facilities.<\/td><\/tr>
Lack of scalability for new programs or products<\/strong><\/td>Designed and implemented scalable multi-plant production networks<\/strong> capable of absorbing new volume and product complexity without increasing footprint or headcount.<\/td><\/tr>
Difficulty retaining skilled talent in multiple sites<\/strong><\/td>Builds accountable, high-trust teams<\/strong> that thrive under clear direction. Promotes internal advancement, skills training, and leadership succession planning.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Automotive Manufacturing
\u2022 Automotive Interior Trim Manufacturing
\u2022 Automotive Glass Manufacturing
\u2022 Tire \/ Wheel and Suspension Parts
\u2022 PVC \/ HDPE Manufacturing
\u2022 Specialty Manufacturing
\u2022 Tool & Die
\u2022 Metal Fabrication
\u2022 Metal Stamping Operations
\u2022 Welding Operations
\u2022 Injection Molding Operations
\u2022 Assembly Operations
\u2022 Multiple-facility management experience
\u2022 Clients Supported Include: Chrysler, Ford, Tesla, Lincoln, Subaru, Toyota, Cadillac, Navistar, Bergstrom, Taylor, Caterpillar, Kysor Westran, John Deere, and Freightliner
\u2022 Full P&L responsibilities
\u2022 Materials and Supplies Sourcing Experience
\u2022 International leadership for locations in Mexico, Cheq Republic, Germany, Japan
\u2022 Merger and Acquisition Experience
\u2022 Production and Leadership Restructuring
\u2022 Lean expertise
\u2022 Supply Chain \/ Logistics Management
\u2022 Community and Public Relations
\u2022 Six Sigma Champion
\u2022 5-S
\u2022 TPS
\u2022 TPM
\u2022 Kaizen
\u2022 Value Stream Mapping
\u2022 Kanban
\u2022 Successful Contract Negotiator
\u2022 Union Experience
\u2022 Bargaining Agreement Negotiations
\u2022 Strategic Capital Project Management
\u2022 International Business Experience.
\u2022 ERP Program
\u2022 CAPEX Projects
\u2022 Reducing Scrap<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Education<\/strong>
Rockhurst University, Kansas City, MO \/ Bachelors of Business Administration<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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