JOHN LYLE
Royal Oak,MI
Summary
Esteemed leader in manufacturing and distribution, demonstrating unwavering commitment to product quality, cost efficiency, lean manufacturing practices, and safety standards. Extensive background in accelerating organizational growth through strategic planning, manufacturing team leadership, process improvements, and change management. Known for identifying and quantifying opportunities for process improvement, defining goals, proposing solutions, and supporting active projects to implement desired improvements. Robust strategic planning, tactical execution, analytical prowess, and project management expertise emphasize commitment to meeting deadlines and ensuring superior quality performance.Demonstrated profit-building expertise with extensive background in general and operations management, leading teams, streamlining processes, and executing cost-efficient strategies.Skilled in strategic planning, staff development, and operational efficiency, consistently improving workflow and reducing costs. Proven track record of enhancing overall business performance through effective leadership and innovative problem-solving.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Store Manager
ROCKLER WOODWORKING & HARDWARE
Novi, MI
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Guide store leadership in delivering exceptional customer service, optimizing sales and profitability for woodworking and hardware store.
- Uphold corporate standards for merchandising, inventory control, and human resources.
- Enhance profit and loss performance by increasing sales, overseeing budgets, and regulating expenses.
Site Operations Manager / Production Manager
DEBRON CIRCUIT ASSEMBLY
Troy, MI
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Spearheaded development and execution of activities to achieve production goals, quality, and cost objectives while supervising all manufacturing and production of electronics circuit assemblies.
- Recruited and managed high-performing quality control, assembly, test, and repair teams.
- Directed corrective measures and delivered ongoing enhancements to operational efficiency.
- Directed all ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, and Customer Audits.
- Facilitated achievement of all KPI indicators while collaborating with executive team to define business goals.
- Streamlined waste reduction and cost management while enhancing production efficiency through implementation of lean and continuous improvement strategies: 5S, TPM, SMED, eight waste, KPIs, QC audits, RCA analysis.
- Optimized facility configuration for hand assembly/solder operations, inventory/parts area, wire/cable assembly, box build, and SMT lines.
- Enhanced quality and operational efficiency through implementation of major process controls via re-establishment of QMS system, job training, and team member empowerment, fostering collaboration and trust.
Warehouse Manager
BLACK & VEATCH
Romulus, MI
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Spearheaded operational readiness enhancement, employee morale uplift, and performance level increase while managing cross-functional teams and delivering training / coaching initiatives to employees.
- Optimized inventory management process to eliminate stock-outs and minimize excess stock.
- Realized $200K in annual facility savings through strategic vision, planning, design, and execution of new 78K sq. ft. warehouse and office facility.
- Enhanced operational framework by addressing issues and delivering accurate data for seamless migration into new Oracle ERP system.
- Improved material flow, productivity, and OTD by conducting in-depth analysis, identifying procedural discrepancies, and refining processes/footprint.
- Enhanced efficiencies of inbound receiving, put away, order pick/pack, and outbound staging functions by establishing new operational footprint in 55K sq. ft. facility prior to relocation to new facility.
Director of Continuous Improvement
ARENA AMERICAS
Oak Creek, WI
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Challenged with developing and implementing operational best practices, standards, and procedures, aimed at achieving cost reduction, quality enhancement, and process optimization results.
- Directed development of ISO 9001:2015 compliant Quality Management System.
- Conducted Lean/CI training on 5S, TPM, SMED, eight waste, KPIs, QC audits, floor layout, visual factory, order tracking management, and process revisions.
- Directed and finalized Value Stream initiative for both Arena Divisions, Structures and Well-Dressed Tables.
- Successfully reduced rework rates, customer complaints, and additional operational overheads.
- Pivotal in obtaining Wisconsin State Training Grant for employee skill enhancement, emphasizing instruction in project management, quality, supervisory training, communication, and inventory.
- Enhanced efficiencies of inbound receiving, put away, order pick/pack, outbound staging, and order delivery functions by establishing documented SOPs, instructing personnel on lean strategies, and designing new operational footprint in 120K sq. ft. facility.
- Realized 30% boost in productivity for vinyl team and 23% reduction in errors for logistics team, generating $160K annual savings through lean training initiatives, team metric engagement, and accountability measures.
Senior Operations Manager
COMMUNICATIONS TEST DESIGN, INC.
Pleasant Prairie, WI
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Directed infrastructure buildout for electronic repair and logistics facility, serving Charter Communication/Spectrum’s Wisconsin and Michigan markets.
- Managed multi-million-dollar inventory while supervising $20M operational budget.
- Recruited, developed, and oversaw team of 170+ members.
- Financial performance oversight.
- Accomplished timely and budget-compliant start-up operations for 170K sq. ft. facility
- Enhanced production efficiency and minimized efforts by overseeing production schedule across all product lines, including modem, router, DVD, and DVR models.
Branch Manager | Project Manager
COMMUNICATIONS TEST DESIGN, INC.
Romulus, MI
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Oversaw $6M budget and directed diverse project portfolios while delivering operational guidance to high-performing remote teams.
- Engaged with leadership to formulate and execute electronic repair strategy while delivering expert-level counsel to executive staff on capital acquisitions.
- Directed automotive projects for major OEMs across sales, manufacturing, logistics, and testing of automotive components.
- Profit and Loss management.
- Recognized by senior leadership for managing $6M in customer inventory with shrinkage under .005 through implementation of SOPs, cycle counts, and asset tracking system for T-Mobile cellular infrastructure in Michigan and Ohio markets.
- Championed automotive OEM on-time project delivery by adhering to sound project management principles, coaching, and motivating staff.
- Executed quality requirements for OEM aftermarket products within Ford Customer Service Division overseeing remote supply chain processes for import and managing PPAP process for manufacture.
Distribution Center Manager/Project Manager
NORMA GROUP
Auburn Hills, MI
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Delivered 78,000 sq. ft. warehouse/office project on time for an automotive parts manufacturer.
- P & L oversight.
Plant Manager
HOLLINGSWORTH LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
Detroit, MI
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Enhanced productivity by 20% and operating profit margins by 10% through designing, training, and overseeing lean initiatives.
- Directed plant operations achieving top ranking in OTD and quality for Ford parts re-packagers among 9 competitive plants
Business Operations Manager
THE DARSON CORPORATION
Detroit, MI
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Elevated gross sales by 15% through identification of improvement areas and exceptional customer service
Final Test Technician, Ford Production System Trainer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Livonia, MI
01.1994 - 01.2007
- Operated testing equipment to verify product functionality and performance.
- Ensured proper maintenance of testing tools and equipment for reliable performance.
- Performed necessary repairs to correct any deficiencies identified during testing.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Concordia University
Mequon, WIBachelor of Arts - Management
Northwood University
Midland, MIeLearning Instruction & Instructional Design Certificate -
University of Wisconsin
Madison, WILean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB) -
Council For Six Sigma Certification (C.S.S.C)
RemoteCertified Manager Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQOE) -
American Society of Quality (ASQ)
RemoteAPQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, ISO 9001, 16949, 14001, Ford Production System, Norma Production System -
Ford Motor Company
DetroitSkills
- Operational excellence
- Supply chain optimization
- Training and coaching
- Project Management
- Business strategy formation
- Lean management
- Quality management
- profit & loss management
- Process optimization
Certification
- APQP
- PPAP
- FMEA
- MSA
- SPC
- ISO 9001
- 16949
- 14001
- Ford Production System
- Norma Production System
Timeline
Store Manager
ROCKLER WOODWORKING & HARDWARE
06.2024 - 04.2025
Site Operations Manager / Production Manager
DEBRON CIRCUIT ASSEMBLY
01.2021 - 01.2024
Warehouse Manager
BLACK & VEATCH
01.2019 - 01.2021
Director of Continuous Improvement
ARENA AMERICAS
01.2018 - 01.2019
Senior Operations Manager
COMMUNICATIONS TEST DESIGN, INC.
01.2018 - 11.2018
Branch Manager | Project Manager
COMMUNICATIONS TEST DESIGN, INC.
01.2015 - 01.2018
Distribution Center Manager/Project Manager
NORMA GROUP
01.2013 - 01.2015
Plant Manager
HOLLINGSWORTH LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
01.2011 - 01.2013
Business Operations Manager
THE DARSON CORPORATION
01.2007 - 01.2011
Final Test Technician, Ford Production System Trainer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
01.1994 - 01.2007
Master of Business Administration -
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Management
Northwood University
eLearning Instruction & Instructional Design Certificate -
University of Wisconsin
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB) -
Council For Six Sigma Certification (C.S.S.C)
Certified Manager Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQOE) -
American Society of Quality (ASQ)
APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, ISO 9001, 16949, 14001, Ford Production System, Norma Production System -
Ford Motor Company