Chris Andrew

• Conducted over 20 Kaizen events and Gemba walks to identify bottlenecks and eliminate waste, yielding a 21% reduction in lead times and enhanced operational efficiency.
• Led change management initiatives and developed a new quality control system, resulting in a 30% reduction in defects and improved quality compliance.
• Integrated Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles throughout all manufacturing and R&D operations, achieving higher operational efficiency and substantial cost reductions.
• Implemented Cellular manufacturing and Kanban systems to optimize workflows, boost product quality, and minimize inventory levels, cutting carrying costs by 15% and reducing cycle times by 26%.
• Utilized process mapping and root cause analysis to pinpoint inefficiencies, initiate corrective actions, and streamline processes, resulting in a 20% reduction in downtime and a 17% improvement in product quality.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to align improvement initiatives with business objectives, developed key performance indicators (KPIs), and designed data-driven dashboards to enhance decision-making and optimize processes.
• Developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and trained over 90 employees in Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement tools, reducing process variability and ensuring compliance.

• Managed a multi-project portfolio with an average combined budget of $4M annually and supervised cross-functional teams of 40+ members across 3 business units.
• Directed change management initiatives to ensure smooth transitions during process changes and technology implementations, leading to high adoption rates and reduced resistance to change.
• Acted as the primary point of contact for key clients, managing expectations and ensuring timely delivery of project milestones and deliverables.
• Utilized PM software (Jira, Asana, Smartsheet, ClickUp, Trello) to track project milestones, allocate resources, monitor performance, and generate documentation.
• Launched an Agile framework using Kanban and Scrum principles that improved project delivery times and increased productivity by 26%.
• Developed comprehensive risk management strategies focused on early risk detection and proactive mitigation, resulting in a 35% reduction in overall risk exposure.

• Successfully coordinated the delivery of 20+ large-scale projects, consistently meeting timelines, budgets, and scope requirements, resulting in a 96% client satisfaction rate.
• Acted as a primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, providing regular updates, and soliciting feedback to improve project delivery processes.
• Created comprehensive documentation for each phase of the project life cycle, ensuring all relevant information was easily accessible for future reference or audits.
• Conducted thorough risk assessments and devised effective mitigation plans to minimize risks and reduce variances, resulting in lower product defect rates.
• Established and maintained effective communication channels among stakeholders, clients, and vendors to align on requirements, goals, resources, and inventory, ensuring success and fostering collaboration.
• Implemented quality assurance testing and inspections to ensure project deliverables met high-quality standards and were defect-free upon customer delivery.

• Successfully managed a portfolio of high-value commercial projects ranging from $300,000 to $8M, ensuring compliance with all requirements, costs, and target dates upon delivery.
• Implemented Procore to streamline CPM processes, resulting in real-time project tracking, enhanced collaboration, and efficient document management, significantly boosting operational efficiency.
• Conducted safety audits and site inspections to enforce prevention protocols and ensure OSHA compliance, contributing to zero lost-time injuries over a period exceeding two years.
• Led contingency planning sessions and conducted comprehensive risk assessments to devise effective mitigation strategies, resulting in a 24% reduction in project delays.
• Spearheaded cost control initiatives by optimizing resource allocation, negotiating favorable contracts, and developing value engineering strategies, resulting in a 15% reduction in expenditures while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Developed a comprehensive quality control program that incorporates materials testing, inspections, and audits to ensure compliance and safety at all job sites.