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Scott Fleming

Overland Park

Summary

Results-driven manufacturing executive with 20+ years of experience leading high-performance operations across multi-site manufacturing environments. Proven track record in driving operational efficiency, reducing costs, scaling production, and implementing lean methodologies. Expert in turnaround strategies, supply chain optimization, team building, and aligning manufacturing practices with growth objectives. Effective communicator and transformational leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, delivering forward-thinking, innovation, and professionalism.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director

H&T Recharge
DeSoto
09.2023 - Current
  • Established a greenfield manufacturing plant, overseeing all functional areas to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Led the setup and management of a new manufacturing facility, ensuring seamless integration across all departments.
  • Delivered the project on-time and under budget, optimizing resources and managing all aspects of plant operations.
  • Led the hiring and training of employees, aligning workforce skills with the start of production.

Site Director

Honeywell
St Louis
12.2021 - 08.2023
  • Provided leadership for managers and supervisors overseeing hundreds of site employees and office associates.
  • Executed transformational management strategies, enhancing productivity and doubling operating income from 2021 to 2022.
  • Implemented safety protocols, reducing annual accidents from six to one.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that decreased turnover and boosted employee satisfaction.

Director of Manufacturing

Security Equipment Corporation
St Louis
10.2020 - 12.2021
  • Oversaw daily manufacturing operations across three facilities to ensure optimal performance.
  • Implemented manufacturing strategies that achieved key performance indicators.
  • Directed automation projects, reducing workforce by 50% while maintaining output levels.
  • Enhanced on-time delivery metrics and minimized overtime costs.

Director of Operations

Johnson Controls
Lebanon
04.2018 - 10.2020
  • Directed operations across six manufacturing sites in US and Mexico to ensure efficiency.
  • Led consolidation project of production from three plants to two, relocating lines to Mexico and Indiana.
  • Boosted productivity from $35 to $85 per man hour through process optimization.
  • Developed high-performing teams that consistently achieved operational goals at each factory.

Plant Manager

Loren Cook Company
Springfield
04.2001 - 03.2018
  • Implemented mini MRP system in fabrication, reducing missing parts and boosting welding productivity.
  • Increased production capacity, generating five times revenue compared to 2001.
  • Expanded operations with two building additions, growing facility size from 175,000 to 500,000 square feet over 15 years.
  • Decreased warranty claims to 0.25% of sales from an earlier 2.5%.

Education

Master of Arts - Management

Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE
05-1999

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Wayne State College
Wayne
12-1993

Skills

  • Project management
  • Operational efficiency
  • Budget management
  • Employee training
  • Safety protocols
  • Process optimization
  • Multi-plant management
  • Strategic planning
  • Organizational development
  • Greenfield plant setup
  • Transformational leadership
  • Operations management
  • Resource optimization
  • Continuous improvement
  • Cost reduction
  • Turnaround strategies
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Team building

Timeline

Managing Director

H&T Recharge
09.2023 - Current

Site Director

Honeywell
12.2021 - 08.2023

Director of Manufacturing

Security Equipment Corporation
10.2020 - 12.2021

Director of Operations

Johnson Controls
04.2018 - 10.2020

Plant Manager

Loren Cook Company
04.2001 - 03.2018

Master of Arts - Management

Bellevue University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Wayne State College

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