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Education
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KEY PRIORITIES
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Scott Elwart

Scott Elwart

Ypsilanti,MI

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven PMO Manager/Director with over 15 years of experience in the automotive and orthopedic sectors, recognized for a proven track record of launching programs that significantly enhance operational efficiency and consistently exceed stakeholder expectations. Expertise includes leading cross-functional teams, implementing innovative processes, and effectively managing risks to ensure timely project execution. Known for strategic vision and the ability to drive complex projects to completion while fostering a collaborative team environment. Committed to continuous improvement and leveraging industry insights to deliver exceptional results.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

PMO Manager

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Oversaw the development and implementation of PMO policies and procedures focusing on preventative escalation and project KPIs. Worked with senior management to develop program metrics ensuring manufacturability and product quality.
  • Collaborated continually with customers and internal subject matter experts to develop product manufacturing expectations and program timing.
  • Managed a cross-functional team of 5 to coordinate program priorities and program progress, including timing, budgets, vendor management and program deliverables consistently delivering projects on time and exceeding expectations.
  • Established a program reporting protocol to upper management to increase program visibility and site accountability.
  • Designed and implemented a post-launch monitoring process by which newly launched programs were monitored and reviewed to determine launch success, product quality and profitability.

Engineering Manager

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Led a team of three engineers in fixture design and implementation directed at implementing new manufacturing processes or improving current processes decreasing masking time by 35% and decreasing rework by 80%.
  • Designed and executed validation protocols and test method validations for new equipment, new product and new or improved processes.
  • Mentored engineering group for advancement in position, enhanced education, and professional ability preparing them for the next step in their career.

Director of Program Management / Quality

Wellington Industries
01.2016 - 01.2021
  • Support and manage a team of program managers in four locations. Help direct and mentor program managers in new launches, internal improvements, and customer-driven changes.
  • Oversee the timing, production process development, budget, vendor contracts and management, and process quality of all programs.
  • Implemented customer satisfaction surveys post-event, which provided critical feedback for service improvement.
  • Provide communication support between program management and manufacturing and between the company and the customer.
  • Streamlined project management processes, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic program initiatives.

Education

Bachelor’s - Business Administration

Davenport University
Dearborn, MI
06.2005

Skills

  • Stakeholder relationship management
  • Financial budget oversight
  • Analytical problem solving
  • Risk analysis expertise
  • Project timeline optimization
  • Coaching and guiding
  • Portfolio management

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 25 in the development of manufacturing consolidation.
  • Achieved seamless project implementation by introducing key performance indicators for post-launch measurables.
  • Achieved 100% on-time, first time program submission through effectively helping with preventative escalation.

Timeline

PMO Manager

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions
01.2024 - 01.2025

Engineering Manager

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions
01.2023 - 01.2024

Director of Program Management / Quality

Wellington Industries
01.2016 - 01.2021

Bachelor’s - Business Administration

Davenport University

KEY PRIORITIES

  • Program Transparency - Working openly with stakeholders and customers.
  • Organization / Evidence - Remove any ambiguity in expectation or process capabilities.
  • Customer Satisfaction - Ensure external and internal customer expectations are met or exceeded.