Aaron G. Strickland
Manufacturing Operations Manager
Gilmanton Iron Works,NH
Summary
Goal-oriented Manufacturing/Operations Manager with 24 years of experience leading productive teams and increasing profitability through streamlining processes and identifying areas of improvement. Resourceful and adaptable collaborator with knowledge of enhancing operations and maintaining high standards of safety practices. Proven leader with dedication to organization and effective management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Senior Manufacturing Manager
Velcro USA Inc
Somersworth, NH
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Lead the implementation of low-cost data collection system to support Continuous Improvement for plant.
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
- Supervised team of 75 Associates and 4 Supervisors, keeping production schedules on track to meet tight deadlines.
- Applied lean principles to improve workflow and quality and reduce waste.
- Revitalized operational structures and procedures to successfully control turnover and waste, enhance output and boost overall quality.
- Coordinated company projects and programs that supported manufacturing function.
- Leading Engagement Team and Diversity/Inclusion initiatives for plant.
Manufacturing Manager
Velcro USA Inc
Somersworth, NH
04.2018 - 06.2020
- Drove positive culture change by working standardizing process and expectations for supervisors and floor associates
- Implemented Lean/MDI techniques to support tiered line management and continuous improvement teams
- Co-Sponsored manufacturing/supply chain process improvement team that increased On Time Delivery from 73% to 99%+
- Anticipated and addressed production problems, material shortages, equipment malfunctions and unavoidable delays.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Applied lean principles to improve workflow and quality and reduce waste.
Owner/Operator
Strickly Hobbies and Crafts
Royse City, TX
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Utilizing Lean Techniques, attempted to capitalize on the emerging personal drone technology market.
- The business began as a hobby while working at Andersen and quickly grew as the technology improved.
- The business was shut down in December, 2017 due to: 1) increased government regulations, 2) public concerns around privacy, 3) margin loss due to market flooding from overseas.
Supply Chain Manager
Andersen Windows & Doors
Garland, TX
12.2015 - 05.2017
- Manage purchased parts, scheduling, future planning, and driving Continuous Improvement both internal to my team as well as influencing external vendors.
- Implementation of Lean Concepts: inventory reduction, supply chain mapping to identify gaps/opportunities, (standard work, PVA, accountability boards implementation), footprint reduction, Kaizen facilitation.
- Oversaw supply chain and supported tech transfer projects, batch release testing, change management and resolution of customer complaints.
- Negotiated with suppliers and vendors about contracts, policies and deadlines.
Value Stream Manager
Andersen Windows & Doors
Garland, TX
03.2012 - 11.2015
- Responsible for the Performance Management of 12 Exempt and 272 Non-Exempt Employees.
- Lead fanout of Andersen Manufacturing System (TPS) at Texas Facility.
- Lead of a Team Responsible for 75% reduction in Back Orders for 2015 and 2016.
- Facilitated change management strategies and incorporated functional area infrastructure to support demand planning and supply initiatives.
- Drove key performance indicators and continuous improvements throughout logistics and supplier operations.
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
Shift Expansion Coordinator
Andersen Windows & Doors
Garland, TX
03.2010 - 03.2012
- I was hired to build a team to support expansion of a new product launch.
- Responsibilities included: Staffing, Coordinating Training, Integrated Lean Practices.
- Supported new product startup and quality.
Manufacturing Manager
Texas Instruments
Dallas, TX
03.2005 - 09.2009
- Successfully lead 21 exempt and 220 non-exempt employees in the processing/building of semiconductor chips.
- Key Results: Cycle Time/Cost reduction driven through data driven Continuous improvement teams.
- Key driver in automated material delivery system.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History/Political Science
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX 09.1989 - 12.1997
Skills
Lean/MDI
Change Management
Continuous Improvement
Coaching/Mentoring
Influencing Non-Directs
Timeline
Senior Manufacturing Manager
Velcro USA Inc
06.2020 - 10.2021
Manufacturing Manager
Velcro USA Inc
04.2018 - 06.2020
Supply Chain Manager
Andersen Windows & Doors
12.2015 - 05.2017
Owner/Operator
Strickly Hobbies and Crafts
01.2015 - 12.2017
Value Stream Manager
Andersen Windows & Doors
03.2012 - 11.2015
Shift Expansion Coordinator
Andersen Windows & Doors
03.2010 - 03.2012
Manufacturing Manager
Texas Instruments
03.2005 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Arts - History/Political Science
Texas Tech University
09.1989 - 12.1997