Erika Wells
Director of Manufacturing - Operations Management
Sanford,FL
Summary
Results-driven Director of Manufacturing with extensive experience in operations management, manufacturing engineering, and project management across diverse industries including medical, defense, aerospace, and energy. Proven track record in reducing costs, increasing revenues, and driving growth in startup, turnaround, and growth settings. Expertise in ISO 13485, ISO 9001, AS9100 standards, and Lean Manufacturing.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Owner/Manager
Carriwell Investments
11.2020 - Current
- Invest in and acquire multifamily units, overseeing all phases from negotiating the purchase and managing the renovations to getting them rented.
- Conduct market analysis to identify investment opportunities
- Maintain and build relationships with contractors, tenants, and financial stakeholders
- Oversee daily operations and maintenance of properties, ensuring compliance with all regulations
- Handle tenant relations, leasing, and rent collection
Director, Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Aptitude Medical Systems
03.2021 - 04.2024
- Led the team through the stage-gate process from development to product commercialization.
- Guided executive management on contract manufacturing deployment and operational infrastructure.
- Achieved successful ISO 13485 certification for the company.
Director, Manufacturing
Luminex a Diasorin Co.
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Integrated the Seattle facility post-acquisition and converted it into a profitable production facility.
- Implemented policies to enhance delivery and communication.
- Reduced overall COGS by 30% and lead times by 20%.
- Improved on-time shipment by 50% and introduced core concepts for handling optics.
Director of Manufacturing
Laser Techniques
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Directed all aspects of manufacturing including P&L management, Capex planning, budgeting, supply chain, and QA.
- Shifted focus from R&D manufacturing environment to a process driven operations, driving rapid growth.
- Achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification with no major non-conformances in 6 months.
- Reduced inventory by 35% and restructured production controls and quality standards.
Production Manager
Laser Techniques
10.2015 - 09.2018
- Managed the production team, overseeing purchasing, electronic assembly, manufacturing engineering, and quality.
- Streamlined NPI process, reducing labor requirements by 30%.
- Improved inventory turnaround time by 50% and reduced inflated company inventory asset by 60%.
Senior Production Engineer
Astronics/Ballard Technology
09.2008 - 10.2015
- Led NPI for electronic test equipment in aerospace, transitioning designs into production.
- Played a key role in attaining AS9100/ISO 9001 certification and served as an internal auditor.
- Managed configuration management, change order planning, and production personnel.
Production Engineering Services Manager
SR Technologies
06.2004 - 09.2008
- Provided engineering support for component specification, R&D, procurement, and program management.
- Directed end-to-end production, material management, and product management of systems and cable assembly prototypes.
- Supervised a team of mechanical engineers, hardware layout engineers, support technicians, and procurement staff.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Electronics and Communications Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Davie, FLAssociate of Science - Electronics Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Davie, FLSkills
Operations Management
undefinedAwards
Outstanding Achievement Award, For driving & attaining ISO 9001 certification while meeting rigorous delivery schedules.
Accomplishments
- Acquired a successful 12 unit rental portfolio in less than 4 years, without prior real state experience
- Successfully led a company through an ISO certification in less than 6 months
- Transformed a developing operations team into a highly efficient and cohesive unit
- Reduced COGS by 30% by standardizing manufacturing processes, cleaning up BOMs and optimizing personnel requirements
Timeline
Director, Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Aptitude Medical Systems
03.2021 - 04.2024
Owner/Manager
Carriwell Investments
11.2020 - Current
Director, Manufacturing
Luminex a Diasorin Co.
10.2019 - 01.2021
Director of Manufacturing
Laser Techniques
09.2018 - 10.2019
Production Manager
Laser Techniques
10.2015 - 09.2018
Senior Production Engineer
Astronics/Ballard Technology
09.2008 - 10.2015
Production Engineering Services Manager
SR Technologies
06.2004 - 09.2008
Bachelors of Science - Electronics and Communications Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Associate of Science - Electronics Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute
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