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Patricia Harrison

Parrish

Summary

Results-driven leader with extensive project management experience. Proven ability to execute large-scale initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver projects under budget.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director, Operational Excellence

Legrand
West Hartford
01.2004 - 08.2025
  • Directed Project Wave, a $XXM greenfield DC development and site consolidation; relocated 200+ truckloads in one week with zero customer disruption.
  • Opened a 625K sq. ft. distribution center (Dayton, OH) during COVID shortages, delivering under budget by $250K and meeting launch deadlines.
  • Managed Canadian DC site closure and integration into Vaughan, ON, ensuring continuity of service.
  • Core member of Acquisition Integration Team; transitioned Telford, UK DC to 3PL model with seamless handover.
  • Led multiple WMS system implementations and upgrades across business units.
  • Chaired 3-day International DEI Conference with 374 attendees, delivering 50+ development sessions for staff engagement.
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance organizational performance and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and process improvement.
  • Managed budgeting processes and resource allocation for multiple projects.
  • Oversaw compliance with industry regulations and internal policies across all departments.
  • Fostered strong relationships with stakeholders to support organizational objectives.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.

Manufacturing Supervisor

CUNO, Incorporated (3M)
Enfield
01.2003 - 01.2004
  • Proposed and implemented streamlined workflow reducing floor space by 50% and WIP by $300K.
  • Supervised daily manufacturing operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
  • Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.

Training & Document Control Manager

JDS Uniphase
Windsor
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • Directed training programs and lean initiatives, improving operator performance and reducing defects by 50%.
  • Increased ISO 9000 certification compliance through 150% growth in staff training completions.
  • Implemented version control practices to maintain document integrity.

Education

MBA -

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
05-2000

Bachelor of Science - Communications/Public Relations

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05-1991

Skills

  • Project management
  • Warehouse management
  • Budget management
  • Process improvement
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Change management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • PMP Certification, PMI Institute
  • Lean Six Sigma, Advanced Process Optimization
  • Simplexity Thinking, Basadur Applied Creativity
  • Training Manager/Director Certification, Langevin Learning Services

Affiliations

  • School Board Chairman, St. Anthony Catholic School
  • Bids for Kids Auction Chairman & Committee Member
  • Fun: Family, Travel, Golf

Timeline

Director, Operational Excellence

Legrand
01.2004 - 08.2025

Manufacturing Supervisor

CUNO, Incorporated (3M)
01.2003 - 01.2004

Training & Document Control Manager

JDS Uniphase
01.2000 - 01.2002

MBA -

University of Connecticut

Bachelor of Science - Communications/Public Relations

James Madison University

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