Jeffrey Roberts
Elgin,IL
Summary
With a 15-year trajectory in engineering and operations, I have adeptly steered individual initiatives to leading vast cross-functional teams. My forte lies in unifying cross-functional capabilities encompassing sales, marketing, strategy, operations, and M&A.
My experience is enriched by overseeing multiple sites, amplifying communication, accountability, and efficiency for seamless operations, thereby driving growth and fostering innovation. My proficiency is complemented by a robust skill set in lean management principles, a keen business acumen, and a solution-driven approach.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Design for Manufacturability [DFM]
Hyperion/Crafts
Elk Grove Village, IL
04.2021 - Current
- Developed and lead an engineering project management process to harness engineering resources across 4 locations (DFM Team). 3 of which were new acquisitions.
- Developed a implemented a project management system that harnessed clarity and focus; evolved from the EOS system. Aligning New Product Development and rapid scaling.
- Aligned engineering engagement & transfer of expertise globally from the US to sites in Spain, France, and a sales force across Europe, Asia, and Australia
- Lead a team of 15 - 20 engineers who harnessed our project management process to achieve VAVE [Value Add Value Engineering Savings] of over $5M, reduction in prototype delivery from 12 weeks to 6, and improved prototype to industrialization conversion from 22% to 53%.
Vice President of Engineering
Crafts Technology
Elk Grove Village, IL
03.2017 - 04.2021
- Ran the organization with a focus on Our People - Our Customers - Our Results; overlayed with EOS (Entrepreneur Operating System) method.
- Lead the sales & engineering of Aerospace & Semi-Conductor product lines; growing the segments by 5x over 6 years.
- Lead a team of 6 engineers through New Product Development and Product Scale initiatives.
- 4 Patent Pending Innovations
Engineering Program Manager
Crafts Technology
Elk Grove VIllage, IL
04.2013 - 03.2017
- Lead initiatives that focused on operations, sales, engineering, and marketing.
- Lead a Technical Sales Strategy that empowered us becoming an extension of our customers engineering teams.
Field Test Engineering Manager
Navistar
Lisle, IL
06.2011 - 04.2013
- Managed fleets & drivers of prototype semi-trucks as they performed validation testing throughout the United States.
- Documented and reviewed design concerns with design engineering teams.
Lead Design Engineer
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
06.2010 - 05.2011
- Lead a team of engineers in the designing of a solar water heating system to improve efficiency of a steam-electric power plant.
Production Engineer
Crafts Technology
Elk Grove Village, IL
05.2008 - 05.2011
- Programmed & Ran Wire & Sinker EDM's
- CAD Drawings & Design
- Design and materials engineering work
Education
Business Administration & Managment - Mergers & Acquisitions
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Chicago05.2020
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Purdue University - North Central
Westville, IN06.2017
MBA - Business Management
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.2011
Accomplishments
- Sales & Operations Planning: Demonstrated strategic planning expertise, ensuring the synchronization of sales and operations for maximized revenue and resource alignment.
- Cross-functional Team Leadership: Proven ability to guide and unite teams from diverse departments, fostering collaborative environments that lead to holistic business solutions.
- Global Supply Chain Operations: Proficiency in managing and integrating global supply chains, ensuring streamlined operations, reduced lead times, and enhanced service delivery.
- Lean Management & Process Improvement: Deep expertise in leveraging Lean principles to drive efficiency and continuous improvement, ensuring optimized operations in large-scale setups.
- CRM & ERP Tools (Salesforce, Oracle, SAP): Familiarity with top CRM and ERP platforms, ensuring effective customer relationship management and efficient business operations.
- Business Strategy & M&A Integration: Rich experience in developing growth strategies and successfully integrating mergers & acquisitions, crucial for scalability and operational harmony.
Certification
- Scrum Master Certified (SMC) - March 2019
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt - May 2028
- Contract Negotiations (TMA) - Oct 2018
- Employee Ownership Management (Beyster Institute) - Oct 2018
- Lean Enterprise Institute Certification - May 2016
Patents
- Wire Bonding Capillary US 63068231 · Filed Aug 20, 2020
- Modular Fiber Placement Head US 73451604004 · Filed Jun 14, 2020
- Modular Cutter Blade Assembly US 19739115.4 · Filed Jan 14, 2019
- Unitized Valve Seat Assembly US 62734801 · Filed Sep 21, 2018
- Cutting Blade Assembly US 19739115.4 · Filed Oct 28, 2016
Timeline
Director of Design for Manufacturability [DFM]
Hyperion/Crafts
04.2021 - Current
Vice President of Engineering
Crafts Technology
03.2017 - 04.2021
Engineering Program Manager
Crafts Technology
04.2013 - 03.2017
Field Test Engineering Manager
Navistar
06.2011 - 04.2013
Lead Design Engineer
University of Iowa
06.2010 - 05.2011
Production Engineer
Crafts Technology
05.2008 - 05.2011
Business Administration & Managment - Mergers & Acquisitions
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Purdue University - North Central
MBA - Business Management
Indiana University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Iowa