Jerome Stegall
Jonesboro,AR
Summary
Operations Manager with over 15+ years in optimizing operations and leading cross-functional teams in fast paced manufacturing environments. Proven record of boosting efficiency, reducing costs, and spearheading continuous improvement. Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt) certified professional, equipped with strong problem-solving abilities to develop and implement effective operational plans and strategies to ensure organizational goals and objectives are met in a timely and efficient manner. Possess a wide range of interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Sr. Operations Manager
Post Consumer Brands
2022 - 2024
- Directed daily operations of 150 employees, ensuring efficient and effective production processes, and reduced operational costs by 15% by streamlining workflows
- Launched reliability program to reduce production downtime by 20% through proactive maintenance and process improvements
- Managed budget of $7MM across multiple projects while delivering a 15% reduction in CAPEX costs by restructuring procurement processes and identifying operational efficiencies
- Achieved a 10% increase in on-time delivery by implementing a new scheduling tool and process
- Led a cross-functional team to successfully design and implement a new performance management system, resulting in a 30% increase in employee engagement scores
Continuous Improvement Manager II
Post Consumer Brands
2019 - 2022
- Oversaw a portfolio of productivity projects valued at $1.5MM in cost savings and improvement projects valued at $4.5MM, consistently delivering on time and within budget
- Orchestrated a comprehensive restructuring of manufacturing processes, adopting Lean methodology, which led to a 20% increase in productivity and a reduction in cycle time by 15%
- Conceptualized and implemented a regional KPI framework across multiple sites that increased departmental productivity
- Reduced employee turnover by 20% by launching a comprehensive training and development program
Process Engineering Manager
Anchor Packaging, Inc.
2016 - 2019
- Provided direction to Process Engineers to achieve stable manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvement efforts
- Implemented a continuous improvement program, utilizing Lean and Six sigma tools and techniques to achieve breakthroughs in waste reduction, improved yield, capacity, and productivity
- Directly managed $6MM budget and project lifecycle from conceptualization to delivery of production expansion, launching six new lines on time and under budget
- Championed the use of Value Stream Mapping, unveiling bottlenecks in operations and improved output by 15%
Process Improvement Engineer
Crane Composites, Inc.
2015 - 2016
- Responsible for the process design, operation, and project implementation
- Maintained reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs, and changeover times
- Led teams to implement lean, Kaizen, and 5S in operations and coached Six sigma teams
- Assisted with all aspects of facilities project management from concept development, detailed design estimating, cost management and scheduling
Quality Control Engineer
Crane Composites, Inc.
2013 - 2015
- Strategically conducted special studies and experiments to develop new products, evaluate new test methods, evaluate new raw materials, and investigate the effect of processing factors
- Led capability studies to establish product/process tolerances and standards, leading to 10% reduction in waste
- Led use of Quality tools for plant performance improvement (PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions, and Visual Standards)
Chemist – Research Manager
Radiance Technologies, Inc.
2007 - 2012
- Led a team of six chemists to develop sampling and analysis technologies to detect ultra-low concentrations of targeted compounds
- Directed systems engineering and design of novel instruments utilizing miniature Time-of-Flight (TOF) Mass Spectrometry
- Analytical method development, validation, and writing of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for TOF/MS
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Chemistry
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12.2008
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Chemistry
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05.2004
Skills
- Lean Six Sigma
- Operations Management
- Project Management (PMP)
- Capital Expenditure (CAPEX)
- Supply Chain Optimization
- KPI Reporting
- Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
- Strategic Planning
- Team Leadership and Development
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Productivity Improvement
- Profit and Loss Management (P&L)
Certification
- Six Sigma Black Belt
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Quality Engineer Certification (CQE)
Work Availability
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Timeline
Sr. Operations Manager
Post Consumer Brands
2022 - 2024
Continuous Improvement Manager II
Post Consumer Brands
2019 - 2022
Process Engineering Manager
Anchor Packaging, Inc.
2016 - 2019
Process Improvement Engineer
Crane Composites, Inc.
2015 - 2016
Quality Control Engineer
Crane Composites, Inc.
2013 - 2015
Chemist – Research Manager
Radiance Technologies, Inc.
2007 - 2012
Master of Science (M.S.) - Chemistry
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Chemistry
Arkansas State University
- Six Sigma Black Belt
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Quality Engineer Certification (CQE)
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