Denise Diuguid

Industries: Automotive, Manufacturing Known For: Delivering cost savings and efficiency via strategic leadership in production, quality, and logistics management. Renowned for adaptability and resourcefulness in driving measurable improvement in challenging environments. Profile Highly adaptable and resourceful manufacturing leader with an exceptional track record coaching, mentoring, training, and managing teams to drive measurable business results. Expert in automotive manufacturing production, procurement, and global quality standards. Extensive experience driving operational excellence and ensuring product quality exceeds customer expectations. Proven ability to launch new programs, allocate resources, and implement best-in-class procedures aligned with global standards.

Experienced with statistical process control, root cause analysis, and quality management systems. Utilizes these skills to ensure consistent product quality and compliance with industry standards. Strong understanding of customer satisfaction and continuous improvement processes, driving operational excellence.

• Ford Motor Company Six-Sigma Black Belt (Consumer Driven 6-Sigma)
• Safety and Health Leadership Training
• Global Deployment Training for Global Partners

• $2.4M logistics cost savings by authoring process improvement white paper (2016)
• $4.8M quality-related cost savings on aluminum management (2015)
• Reduced overseas supplier inventory by 39%, saving $1.2M (2014)
• Quality liaison for supplier distress interventions (2016)
• Instituted material re-sourcing for $450K annual savings (2014)