Ronald E. Brogan II
Delta
Summary
Results-oriented Maintenance and Operations professional with 30+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, production management, and operational leadership. Proven expertise in preventative maintenance, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, managing inventory, and driving sustainability initiatives. Skilled in lean manufacturing principles, safety protocols, and quality assurance, with a strong focus on optimizing production and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Committed to fostering safe and efficient work environments while delivering high-quality results.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Pandrol
10.1990 - 09.2024
- Company Overview: Formerly Railtech Boutet
- Website not provided
- Oversee and manage daily operations, ensuring efficient production and quality control
- Supervise and schedule employees in an incentive-oriented rotation
- Manage purchasing of all raw materials, corrugated, packaging, and maintenance supplies
- Negotiate pricing and manage inventory to maintain optimal stock levels
- Maintain and repair all tooling, including pattern boxes and core machines
- Troubleshoot field issues and perform breakdown maintenance
- Contribute to the company’s quality program since 2003, ensuring high standards and continuous improvement
- Facilitate production meetings, manage KPI/Hourly boards, and lead scheduling and production planning
- Implement lean concepts, 5-S, ROI value creation planning, and scrap reduction strategies
- Lead sustainability efforts, including the development of 'green' initiatives to reduce the company’s carbon footprint
- Formerly Railtech Boutet
- Website not provided
- Operational Efficiency: Led initiatives that increased production efficiency by 25% through improved scheduling and planning
- Cost Reduction: Achieved significant cost savings through strategic procurement and supplier negotiations
- Continuous Improvement: Spearheaded efforts to reduce scrap and improve ROI through continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices
- Sustainability: Developed 'green' concepts that contributed to a reduction in the company’s carbon footprint
- Safety & Compliance: Enhanced safety standards and compliance through rigorous training and process improvements
Education
High School Diploma -
Liberty Center High School
Liberty Center, OHLean Manufacturing Certification -
Project Planning Certification -
Trained in Navision Software -
First Responder and AED trained -
ISO 9001-2014 certified and compliance -
5- S certified -
Pandrol Leadership Management -
Skills
- Leadership
- Training
- Procurement
- Sourcing
- Supplier Negotiation
- Inventory Management
- Operations Planning
- Production Planning
- KPI Management
- Scheduling
- Inventory Control
- Navision Software
- Lean Manufacturing
- Continuous Improvement
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Data-Driven Process Improvement
- Waste Reduction
- Quality Assurance
- Safety Protocols
- LOTO Training
- Factory Acceptance Testing
- Sustainability Initiatives
- Customer Service
- Technical Proficiency
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Electrical Schematics
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Strategic Problem-Solving
Notable Accomplishments
- Operational Efficiency: Led initiatives that increased production efficiency by 25% through improved scheduling and planning.
- Cost Reduction: Achieved significant cost savings through strategic procurement and supplier negotiations.
- Continuous Improvement: Spearheaded efforts to reduce scrap and improve ROI through continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices.
- Sustainability: Developed 'green' concepts that contributed to a reduction in the company’s carbon footprint.
- Safety & Compliance: Enhanced safety standards and compliance through rigorous training and process improvements.
Timeline
Operations Manager
Pandrol
10.1990 - 09.2024
Lean Manufacturing Certification -
Project Planning Certification -
Trained in Navision Software -
First Responder and AED trained -
ISO 9001-2014 certified and compliance -
5- S certified -
Pandrol Leadership Management -
High School Diploma -
Liberty Center High School
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