Ronnie Vickers
Urbandale,IA
Summary
Results-driven operational leader with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VP General Manager – Midwest Region
National Carwash Solutions
01.2023 - Current
- Full P&L ownership of the business for the midwest region: IA, IL, SD, ND, MN, MO, KS, NE
- Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers and vendors, to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Manage and facilitate quarterly business reviews with large corporate account customers.
- Development of monthly sales forecasts and AR reduction projections.
VP Distribution
National Carwash Solutions
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Developed and managed a regional distribution network
- Launched Distribution centers in Atlanta GA, Albany NY, Los Angeles CA, Denver CO, Dallas TX, Greenbay WI, Houston TX, Phoenix AZ
- Successfully developed a regional distribution business case with board approval by coordinating real estate selection process, buildout specification completion, permit acquisition efforts as well as staffing and stocking plans necessary for a successful launch.
- Collaborated with IT department to create an efficient warehouse management system
- Effectively integrated acquisition carve out into existing distribution network
- Developed and managed the company's S&OP process.
- Served as the lead sponsor for Mfg & Distribution in the Oracle Net suites ERP conversion project
VP Operations/Supply Chain/Engineering
National Carwash Solutions
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Operational leadership for the Grimes IA and Barrie Ontario facilities
- Establishment of operational budgets and objectives, R&D engineering-5 year roadmap, and supply chain PPV targets
- Developed & Launched Product Obsolescence Strategy
- Implemented Product Package Rationalization Strategy to streamline manufacturing
- Development and execution of network plant consolidation strategy and M&A integration
- Implementation of Formal Lean Mfg System – NCS Production System
Director Aftermarket
National Carwash Solutions
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Implemented a comprehensive Parts strategy for NCS
- Developed and implemented an E-commerce business for parts, along with establishing a pricing strategy and competitive parts development strategy. Developed a comprehensive strategy for internal parts identification to enhance service efficiencies.
- Collaborated with Grainger to establish an efficient and cost-effective National program, focused on replenishing spare parts for our fleet of 250 remote service vans
- Oversaw the successful implementation of the Exploded BOM’s project, enabling techs to accurately identify repair components
- Oversaw the Installation Project Planning process
Plant Manager
National Carwash Solutions
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Set the operation and budget strategy to support a multi shift manufacturing plant and distribution center
- Crafted a strategic 3-year vision that aligns seamlessly with the growth plan, complemented by an integrated capex plan
- Led cross functional mfg leadership team
- Implemented continuous improvement culture driven by metrics at plant, department, and cell levels
- Implementation of multi shift CNC machine shop to better align lead-time, cost, and quality control to better align with a national service footprint
Operations Manager
Hach Chemical / Danaher Co.
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Oversaw operations for multiple departments including chemical packaging, test strip production, and kit assembly.
- Total Annual revenue of responsibility of $200M
- Managed a team of 10 direct reports comprising production managers, planners, buyers, and maintenance staff.
- Established clear direction for direct reports utilizing the future-state value stream map
- Worked closely with the business unit to chart the course for a 5-year product growth strategy.
- Completed implementation project of new FDA registered Dialysis instrument in the Ames facility
- Successfully oversaw the operations of several FDA regulated cells, ensuring compliance with GMPs.
- Responsible for developing staffing levels to hit productivity targets and demand patterns
Production Manager
Hach Chemical / Danaher Co.
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Managed operations of a 3-shift chemical solutions department
- Created work cells for new product implementation
- Developed and implemented an effective planning strategy based on Heijunka planning methodology
- Implemented lean principles to foster a culture of efficiency within the department
- Led the successful execution of 12 kaizens with a focus on enhancing standard work and VRK strategies.
- Managed FDA cell that manufactured chemical standards for dialysis market
Operations Manager
Electrolux Home Products
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Operational responsibility for multiple departments including 200,000 sq ft press/fabrication department consisting of 90 presses ranging from 50 ton to 800 ton
- Tool & Die 3 shift operation supporting 350 different die sets
- Responsibilities included pedestal production assembly line (2) shift operation with daily output of 2100 washer/dryer pedestal drawer assembly units & dryer assembly (2) shift operation with daily output of 3600 dryers
- 12 direct reports (ranging from managers to commodity buyer) 600 indirect reports
- Developed and executed plant shutdown buildup plan to transfer die sets and presses to startup plant in Juarez Mexico
- Developed and executed plant shutdown buildup of pedestal assemblies and transfer of assets to Juarez Mexico
- Contributed to the training of Lean manufacturing leaders and assisted with plant startup in the Juarez Mexico facility.
Lean Manufacturing Director
Electrolux Home Products
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Achieved successful integration of lean manufacturing principles into a high-volume production facility and warehouse spanning 1 million square feet, with daily output exceeding 10,000 laundry units
- Delivered trainings and facilitated kaizens, enhancing the lean culture across various levels of associates including senior management and shop floor personnel.
- Plant cost out leader responsible to reduce operating costs by $5 million year over year
- Direct oversight of the industrial engineering department
- Managed the transition of the plant from its current state map to a future state map
- Worked with Plant manager to identify and train management change agents
- Managed multiple initiatives to enhance line layouts and optimize rate fluctuations with the industrial engineering team.
Production Manager
Electrolux Home Products
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Directly managed and optimized two front load washer production lines, achieving a weekly output of 15,000 washers.
- Managed annual departmental budget of $18.7 million.
- Successful planning & implementation of Affinity front load washer project integrated into existing production line
Set up Tech / Production Associate
Electrolux Home Products
01.1998 - 01.2004
- Operated various milling and lathe operations as well as assembly operations in washer transmission machine shop environment
- Enhanced knowledge and expertise in manufacturing through experiences gained while studying at Iowa State University.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Operations Supply Chain Management
Iowa State University
01.2004
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
DMACC – Boone Campus
01.2000
NIACC – Mason City Campus
01.1997
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Client Relationship Building
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Strategic Planning
- Process Improvement
- Project Management
- Operational leadership
Certification
- Electrolux Next Level Leadership Training Module. Aug 2005 – Oct 2005
- Electrolux Lean Manufacturing Program Blue Gear = internal equivalent of black belt in six sigma
- Six Sigma Green Belt - Villanova University – 7/20/2009
- Six Sigma Lean Sigma Certification – Villanova University – 9/23/09
- Six Sigma Black Belt – Villanova University – 1/7/2010
- Danaher Problem Solving Training A3 – 3/2011
- Danaher University – DBS Training – 7/2012
References
- Curt Bennethum, VP Operations, Continental Manufacturing, (515) 313-3618
- Kent Miller, VP Global Quality (Retired), John Deere, (319) 830-3146
- Steve Snedegar, CEO, Cutting Edge Machining & Automation, (515) 559-4234
- Jeff Carey, VP General Manager, Sonny’s Enterprises, (706) 599-8222
Timeline
VP General Manager – Midwest Region
National Carwash Solutions
01.2023 - Current
VP Distribution
National Carwash Solutions
01.2020 - 01.2023
VP Operations/Supply Chain/Engineering
National Carwash Solutions
01.2018 - 01.2020
Director Aftermarket
National Carwash Solutions
07.2017 - 01.2018
Plant Manager
National Carwash Solutions
01.2014 - 01.2017
Operations Manager
Hach Chemical / Danaher Co.
01.2012 - 01.2014
Production Manager
Hach Chemical / Danaher Co.
01.2010 - 01.2012
Operations Manager
Electrolux Home Products
01.2009 - 01.2010
Lean Manufacturing Director
Electrolux Home Products
01.2007 - 01.2009
Production Manager
Electrolux Home Products
01.2004 - 01.2007
Set up Tech / Production Associate
Electrolux Home Products
01.1998 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Science - Operations Supply Chain Management
Iowa State University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
DMACC – Boone Campus
NIACC – Mason City Campus
- Electrolux Next Level Leadership Training Module. Aug 2005 – Oct 2005
- Electrolux Lean Manufacturing Program Blue Gear = internal equivalent of black belt in six sigma
- Six Sigma Green Belt - Villanova University – 7/20/2009
- Six Sigma Lean Sigma Certification – Villanova University – 9/23/09
- Six Sigma Black Belt – Villanova University – 1/7/2010
- Danaher Problem Solving Training A3 – 3/2011
- Danaher University – DBS Training – 7/2012
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