Lucian Radut
Dallas,TX
Summary
Highly accomplished leader with 25 years of progressive experience in driving operational excellence, strategic leadership, and talent development. Adept at transforming processes and nurturing talent to achieve organizational success. Proven track record of enhancing safety and environmental compliance performance across various roles. Currently leading a flagship manufacturing site for Owens Corning.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Leader
Owens Corning
03.2019 - Current
- Leading the transformation of the Waxahachie Plant by implementing TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) as a platform to driving operational excellence.
- Implemented safety programs that reduced the RIR (Recordable Injury Rate) by 50%.
- Improved plant efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean manufacturing principles resulting in $2-4MM/year in productivity improvements.
Operations Leader
Owens Corning
06.2014 - 03.2019
- Reduced quality complaints by 50% and machine efficiency losses by over 30% in 5 years.
- Enhanced team productivity with effective communication, collaboration, and training initiatives.
Maintenance Leader
Owens Corning
06.2012 - 06.2014
- Spearheaded energy savings of $1.5MM/year and implemented electricity load peak management, resulting in >$3MM/year reduction in electricity charges
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing preventive maintenance programs and regularly monitoring performance.
Engineering Manager
Winpak
01.2005 - 03.2012
- Led reliability and plant engineering programs, achieving over 8% OEE improvement
- Facilitated robotic packaging system installations, saving $1.2MM annually in labor costs.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Polytechnic University Bucharest
Romania1995
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Change Management
- Safety and Environmental Leadership
- Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement
- Talent Development
- CapEx and Physical Asset Management
- Sustainability & Energy Conservation
Certification
Registered Professional Engineer (P. Eng.), Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Physical Asset Management
Timeline
Plant Leader
Owens Corning
03.2019 - Current
Operations Leader
Owens Corning
06.2014 - 03.2019
Maintenance Leader
Owens Corning
06.2012 - 06.2014
Engineering Manager
Winpak
01.2005 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Polytechnic University Bucharest