BRIAN MCCADAMS
Puryear,TN
Summary
Forward-thinking Continuous Improvement Leader with 21 years of expertise in Pella Corporation's Culture and Values. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and drive culture change in the organization. Focused on the development of future generations with a passion for continuous learning
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Continuous Improvement Leader
Pella Corp.
08.2022 - Current
- Advised the leadership team on a pilot line improvement program, leading a lesser experienced third-shift line (9-12 months average experience) to match a first-shift line's (10-15 years average experience) performance
- Mentored managers implementing lean manufacturing techniques and effective execution strategies developed in ongoing weekly training sessions; raised production by ~30% through the new initiatives focused on associate training, development, and performance-relevant certifications
- Created a better work culture by improving the assembly line and its processes instead of focusing on poor performers to get better buy-in from the team
- Eliminated missing screens impacting the production lines. Historical data collection showed we had missed ~2000 screens YTD on first pass. Collaborated with the first and third shift teams to build a future state map and new processes
- Improved throughput by ~75% at the Reidsville, NC sister plant on their VA process lines
- Applied DMAIC process to eliminate fork lift traffic in pedestrian aisleways
- Participated and Led 35+ Kaizen events
- Coach managers and helped them understand lead measures
- Traveled to machine vendor site to inspect and qualify machines for the 2.0 Impervia Door Line
- Participated and sub-led 20+ process, efficiency, and productivity events.
Shipping/Receiving Manager
Pella Corp.
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Transformed the Culture in my departments and created Engagement from my team members
- Achieved 100% participation in the CI Ambassador program with the Receiving team
- Developed team members through coaching and providing opportunities to learn from other production areas. This included coaching a Lead into a Department Manager role and three Material Handlers into Lead roles
- Individual EPIC Award Finalist in 2021
- Taught the Stockroom team how to write/develop standard work for their area. This reduced the amount of part outages by 70%.
Continuous Improvement Specialist
Pella Corp.
10.2014 - 08.2020
- Carried out work problem and procedure studies to assess communication and information flow
- Recommended implementation strategies for new systems, procedures and organizational change
- Trained workers in updated processes, leading classes and prepared standard work
- Fabricated/modified work stations to help create better flow and reduce waste in processes
- Planned new layouts and brainstormed new equipment plans for product launches.
- Volunteered to transfer from 1st shift to 3rd shift to help develop that team in 2020
- Traveled to sister plants to support throughput and warehouse capacity initiatives
Production Supervisor
Pella Corp.
05.2006 - 10.2014
- Achieved and maintained departmental, plant, and company goals for safety and quality
- Increased productivity by improving processes to remove bottlenecks
- Enforced maintenance and organization of workstations to meet lean standards
- Empowered employees to independently solve line problems.
- Supported multiple areas during my tenure including IG, Parts Making, Shipping, Impervia Casement, Impervia Sliding Door Line and 350 Double Hung.
Forklift Operator
Pella Corp.
07.2005 - 05.2006
- Contributed to successful dock operations by efficiently moving containers between storage and transport locations.
Glass Cutter
Pella Corp.
07.2003 - 07.2005
- Operated a Hegla glass cutting machine
- Read digital blueprints to break out lites and stage on carts.
Education
Diploma -
Landmark Christian Academy
Big Sandy, TN05.2001
Skills
- Coaching and Speaking
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Effective Problem Solver/Coaching
- Kaizen Leader
- Operational Excellence Strategies
- Training employees
- Project Planning
- Process improvement expertise
Accomplishments
- 2021 EPIC Award Finalist
- Collaborated with the Troy team in the development of a Screen cell
- Coached (3) leads in Troy on problem solving/employee engagement/ servant leadership
- Helped the Burris Plant develop standard work for production areas
- Coached multiple teams through Simple Problem Solving Projects
Additional Information
I have a mindset of continuous learning. Self-assessment is key in growing everyday. I study books such as " Leaders Eat Last", and "The Servant" to help me improve on my culture building skills and how to understand the human aspect of the business. Humans being our most important asset in the company.
I seek out the advise of mentors and I've been privileged to learn from some great leaders current and past that include Josh Moorehead, Steve Buzick, William Day, and Stephanie Sanford to mention a few.
I've traveled to several plants within our business. Im thankful for those opportunities. It's those experiences that have motivated me to pursue a traveling Department Manager Role. I love having an impact on our teams. I'm honored to be sought out for advise. I want to expand my impact to the business as a whole.
Timeline
Continuous Improvement Leader
Pella Corp.
08.2022 - Current
Shipping/Receiving Manager
Pella Corp.
08.2020 - 08.2022
Continuous Improvement Specialist
Pella Corp.
10.2014 - 08.2020
Production Supervisor
Pella Corp.
05.2006 - 10.2014
Forklift Operator
Pella Corp.
07.2005 - 05.2006
Glass Cutter
Pella Corp.
07.2003 - 07.2005
Diploma -
Landmark Christian Academy
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