Experienced Manager with a strong background in Tooling and Engineering within the automotive manufacturing industry. Skilled in thermo/vacuum forming, compression molding, fusion molding, and injection molding. Successfully supervised employees, fabricated fixtures and stand-alone equipment for production, repaired tooling, built machines, and maintained equipment throughout my career. Committed to maintaining 6s standards, implementing continuous improvements, and achieving cost reductions. Excellent leadership skills, adept at directing employees and working both independently and within teams. Thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments and excels at multitasking.
Spearheaded the launch of a new tooling department from a one man operation, to hiring and leading a team of 14 individual toolmakers/toolsetters in a fast paced Tier 1 automotive supplier facility
Creative Foam Corporation
Trier Corporate Group