STEVE BYRNES
Saratoga Springs
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President/CEO
Guyson Corp. USA
05.2005 - Current
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Developed strong partnerships with cross-functional teams for improved collaboration and efficiency.
- Streamlined organizational processes by evaluating current systems and implementing improvements.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Led successful merger negotiations, resulting in expanded market share and increased profitability.
- Championed corporate social responsibility initiatives, fostering goodwill within the community and industry.
- Implemented robust financial controls to increase transparency, reduce risk, and optimize resource allocation.
- Spearheaded talent acquisition efforts, attracting top-tier talent to build a high-performing team.
- Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
- Delivered operational excellence by optimizing resources, processes, and overall cost structure.
- Inspired innovation by creating an environment that encouraged creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
- Influenced key stakeholders through effective communication strategies that garnered support for critical projects.
- Navigated complex regulatory environments while maintaining compliance across all aspects of the organization''s operations.
- Launched new products successfully into the market after meticulous research, planning, and marketing campaigns.
- Adopted cutting-edge technologies to improve productivity levels within the organization.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Designed employee development programs that enhanced skill sets while retaining top performers.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Employed optimal safety practices to reduce worksite complaints and hazards.
- Led operational team in development, rollout, and management of new product lines.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
Business Manager Rebuilt Machines
Moore Tool Co.
01.1997 - 12.2004
- Streamlined business processes by implementing new project management tools and techniques.
- Increased overall team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing effective leadership.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, leading to significant growth opportunities for the company.
- Managed cross-functional teams, ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
- Executed business plans to further strengthen and maximize territory sales and profits.
Manager of Manufacturing Eng.
Dresser-Rand Co.
01.1988 - 01.1997
- Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Launched new products and services with thorough market research, leading to increased revenue growth.
- Managed 50 Engineers (Tool Design, Methods Eng., NC Programming, Routing and Planning.)
- Received US Patent NC Boring Bar Assembly
- Cost savings annually of over $5Million.
- Implemented and Managed World Class Mfg. initiative for over $22 million in new CNC machine tools.
Sr. Manufacturing Eng.
Gardenway Mfg.
01.1982 - 01.1988
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and reducing waste.
- Optimized assembly line processes for increased output and reduced downtime.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the team.
- Managed capital projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Evaluated new equipment technologies for potential integration into existing manufacturing processes, increasing overall capacity levels without significant capital investment.
- Applied mechanical troubleshooting skills to develop effective solutions for quality products.
- Used lean manufacturing principles to develop, evaluate and improve [Type] manufacturing methods.
- Coordinated selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication and operation of product designs.
- Managed design and manufacturing teams to build proprietary process equipment within aggressive cost and time constraints.
- Applied statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements.
- Promoted Design for Manufacturability philosophy.
- Designed and built process tooling, insert molds and arbor press tooling.
- Performed tolerance analysis to support success in high-volume [Type] product manufacturing.
- Selected manufacturing methods, fabrication and operations to develop and coordinate production.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ceramic Eng.
Alfred University
Alfred, NYBachelor of Arts - Business Technology
SUNY At Albany
Albany, NYMaster of Science - Business Management
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NYNo Degree - Certified Manager
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VAJourneyman Machinist - Machining
Silver Eng.
Denver, CO01.1982
Skills
- Project Management
- Media Relations
- Staff Management
- Risk Mitigation
- Revenue Generation
- Brand Management
- Process Improvement
- Financial Management
- Revenue Growth
- Cost Control
- Regulatory Compliance
- Business Planning
- Change Management
- Financial Leadership
- Business Administration
- Contract Negotiation
- Innovation and Creativity
- Creating and Delivering Presentations
- Cost Reduction
- Negotiation
- Business Development
- Budget Management
- Strategic Planning
Accomplishments
US Patent #5,159,862
Patent Pending: Surface Roughness Blast Specimen for Profilometer
Affiliations
- Fly Fishing, Archery Hunting, Gardening
Certification
Certified Professional Manager
Timeline
President/CEO
Guyson Corp. USA
05.2005 - Current
Business Manager Rebuilt Machines
Moore Tool Co.
01.1997 - 12.2004
Manager of Manufacturing Eng.
Dresser-Rand Co.
01.1988 - 01.1997
Sr. Manufacturing Eng.
Gardenway Mfg.
01.1982 - 01.1988
Bachelor of Science - Ceramic Eng.
Alfred University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Technology
SUNY At Albany
Master of Science - Business Management
SUNY Empire State College
No Degree - Certified Manager
James Madison University
Journeyman Machinist - Machining
Silver Eng.
Certified Professional Manager
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