Jeffrey Ehlert
Lexington,KY
Summary
Experienced Program Manager with a strong background in project management and leadership, boasting over 20 years of global experience. Skilled in developing and managing complex solutions and electromechanical devices. Excels in strategic planning and team development within international teams. Expertise lies in ensuring successful product planning, development, and commercialization across various technologies. Consistently maintains program schedules and budgets, resulting in increased company-wide revenue. Hands-on experience in lean manufacturing within the office furniture industry for over 7 years, striking a perfect balance between design and manufacturing.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Global Sourcing Process Improvement and Strategy Manager, Investor Relations Manager
Lexmark International, Inc.
04.2016 - Current
- Spearheaded project management efforts in collaboration with foreign investor firms to streamline sourcing processes by consolidating volumes and vendors, resulting in yearly savings surpassing $10M.
- Enhanced sourcing and cost processes by collaborating with a worldwide team on the implementation of new tools
- Successfully implemented two contract management systems
- Enhanced Vendor risk management system by incorporating design-related constraints to mitigate supply issues.
Usability and Interaction Design Manager
Lexmark International, Inc.
08.2012 - 04.2016
- Led a consolidated usability and interaction design team that spanned the hardware, firmware and software/solution of new printer products
- Oversaw the creation of new user interfaces on multifunction hardware devices and software solutions.
- Developed early team interactions with the development teams to improve the usability of the product
Information Development Manager
Lexmark International, Inc.
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Responsible for managing the creation of end user documentation in the use of Lexmark hardware and software/solutions
- Led an overseas development team in the Philippines.
- Developed a user-friendly How-to Video support site for Lexmark products within tight deadlines.
Development Program Manager
Lexmark International, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Drove the development of consumer and business ink-jet devices, collectively generating $1B in revenue
- Directed a multinational team of engineers responsible for the design of scan systems, print mechanisms, electrical systems, and human interface.
- Verified designs, tools, and production processes for product delivery in 9-18 month programs.
- Brought to production various successful projects such as Lexmark’s Pro Series product line (Pro 905, Pro 915, Pro 805, and Pro 705) and the inkjet devices X1270, X3650, X4650, and X2500.
Project Engineer
Lexmark International, Inc.
01.2001 - 01.2006
- Developed and coordinated schedules/models for work with Asian vendors as well as internal teams
- Coordinated product definitions as well as cost targets.
Mechanical Engineer
Lexmark International, Inc.
08.2000 - 01.2001
- Responsible for mechanical carrier design, cover design, and usability on the Lexmark i3 inkjet program.
Supplier Development Engineer
Lexmark International, Inc.
06.2000 - 08.2000
- Worked with suppliers to implement lean manufacturing processes to reduce cost, improve quality and reduce leadtime.
Various Roles
The Hon Company
Laminate Factory manager(wood furniture)
Tooling and process engineer
First Line supervisor
Continuous Improvement Engineer
Continuous Improvement Engineer
The Hon Company
First Line Supervisor
The Hon Company
Laminate Factory Manager
The Hon Company
Education
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering -
The University of Iowa
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering -
The University of Iowa
Skills
- WW Team Leadership & Development
- Project/Operations Management
- Technical Support and training
- Customer Engagement
- Global Communication
- Organizational Development
- Process Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Personnel Development
- Lean Manufacturing
- Sourcing processes
- Vendor risk management
- Contract management systems
- Usability design and leadership
Professionalheadline
Dynamic and performance-driven Program Manager with 20+ years of global experience providing stellar project management and effective leadership while developing and managing complex solutions and electromechanical devices.
Patents
- System for providing technical support relating to an imaging cartridge used in an imaging apparatus, 20080181622, 2008
- Method and system for providing technical support relating to an imaging cartridge, 7369782, 2008
- Method and system for providing technical support relating to an imaging cartridge, 20060056856, 2006
- Device access area illumination in an imaging apparatus, 20070024917, 2007
Professional Development
- Project Management Courses, George Washington University, Washington, DC
- Project Management Certification Program, Xavier University
- Lean Manufacturing Training, TBM Consulting Group and Shingijutsu Consultants
- PMP Certification, PMP #1991970
Accomplishments
Learned Kaizen(lean manufacturing techniques) from the Shingijutsu consultants who worked directly with Taiichi Ohno, the father of the Toyota production system. I have participated or led over 50 Kaizen events. I use this foundation in the various roles and positions I have held.
Certification
Project Management Courses – George Washington University – Washington, DC
Project Management Certification Program– Xavier University
Lean Manufacturing Training – TBM Consulting Group and Shingijutsu Consultants
Timeline
Global Sourcing Process Improvement and Strategy Manager, Investor Relations Manager
Lexmark International, Inc.
04.2016 - Current
Usability and Interaction Design Manager
Lexmark International, Inc.
08.2012 - 04.2016
Information Development Manager
Lexmark International, Inc.
01.2012 - 08.2012
Development Program Manager
Lexmark International, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2012
Project Engineer
Lexmark International, Inc.
01.2001 - 01.2006
Mechanical Engineer
Lexmark International, Inc.
08.2000 - 01.2001
Supplier Development Engineer
Lexmark International, Inc.
06.2000 - 08.2000
Various Roles
The Hon Company
Continuous Improvement Engineer
The Hon Company
First Line Supervisor
The Hon Company
Laminate Factory Manager
The Hon Company
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering -
The University of Iowa
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering -
The University of Iowa
Project Management Courses – George Washington University – Washington, DC
Project Management Certification Program– Xavier University
Lean Manufacturing Training – TBM Consulting Group and Shingijutsu Consultants
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