About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 1909839
MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS LEADER | LEAN/TPS | P&L & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
Core Expertise
- Plant leadership with full P&L accountability across multi-site manufacturing operations.
- Lean systems implementation (Toyota Production System), Kaizen, and Gemba to reduce waste.
- Operations optimization including scheduling, preventive maintenance coordination, and downtime reduction.
- Inventory and supply chain control aligning material availability with production demand to minimize stock.
- Safety and quality leadership ensuring compliance with industry manufacturing and welding standards.
Project Background
- Led site transformations across packaging, steel, and plastics plants using Lean and Operational Excellence.
- Directed production for Waterjet, Plasma, injection and blow mold, saw, and finishing operations.
- Implemented visual management systems including shift-target screens and hour-by-hour boards to improve throughput.
- Managed cross-functional teams of operators, technicians, maintenance, and planners to meet delivery targets.
- Established preventive maintenance protocols and repair timelines to reduce unplanned production stoppages.
Key Skills
- SAP | IFS | NetSuite | JobBoss2
- AutoCAD | SigmaNest
- Lean / TPS | Kaizen | Gemba | Operational Excellence
- P&L Management | Budgeting | Cost Control
- Inventory Management | Supply Chain Optimization | Material Planning
- Team Leadership | Safety Program Development | Continuous Improvement
Education
- Humanities / Social Science studies — Rowan University
Awards & Recognition
- Lean Systems Certification — Toyota Production System (University of Kentucky College of Engineering)
Why Interview this Candidate?
They bring 15+ years of hands-on manufacturing leadership with demonstrated success in Lean/TPS implementations, P&L management, and cross-functional team development. Proven ability to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and optimize inventory across complex operations in packaging, steel, and plastics. Practical, shop-floor focused leader who drives measurable operational improvements while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
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