David Dowell

Management professional with experience in production manufacturing including plant Startups, business reorganization, ownership, general management, automotive paint and body, Finance and production management. My background includes the establishment of programs to reduce cost, capital improvements to improve productivity and reduce PDT warranties and up time warranties and first-time quality of the line. Experienced automobile and truck painter experienced in Robotics and automated paint systems. Knowledge of paint booth's and air flow systems'. Six sigma, lean manufacturing. A proven plant leader. I have the proven ability to identify and capture opportunities, expand sales and increase revenue in a highly competitive industry. I have a solid business background, with extensive knowledge of risk management. Financial reporting, and increased asset/purchasing profits. Operating efficiency through management and cost-efficiency of delivery schedule while reducing operating cost. Able to merge technologies and personnel into team centered business units. Area of Expertise I introduced new processes and training skills to the production teams that resulted in going to number one in our market with the highest production rate and lowest warranty costs. I established daily metrics for production teams. And ensure achievement. I have the ability to troubleshoot paint and equipment problems and react quickly to correct them. As well as meeting ISO standards. I have knowledge in state of the art manufacturing, and increased production. I have a strong leadership and successful team building capabilities and excellent technical, communication, presentation, and customer service skills. I am also a very resourceful problem solver with a proven ability to bring quick resolution to challenging situations as well as building lasting relationships with vendors and customers. Plant start up`s in England, South Carolina.

• Certified in Sherwin Williams Military CARC coatings.
• Certified in ballistic Armor repair
• Six sigma training
• Lean manufacturing - Toyota motor co.
• 8 D - ford motor co.

• Management and financial reporting
• Cost-avoidance and reduction
• Cross-functional team leadership
• Relationship building
• Strategic planning
• Technology implementations
• Budget Management
• Productivity/Efficiency

I introduced new processes and training skills to the production teams that resulted in going to number one in our market with the highest production rate and lowest warranty costs. I established daily metrics for production teams. And ensure achievement. I have the ability to troubleshoot paint and equipment problems and react quickly to correct them. As well as meeting ISO standards. I have knowledge in state of the art manufacturing, and increased production. I have a strong leadership and successful team building capabilities and excellent technical, communication, presentation, and customer service skills. I am also a very resourceful problem solver with a proven ability to bring quick resolution to challenging situations as well as building lasting relationships with vendors and customers. Plant start up`s in England, South Carolina.

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