About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 3827504
MANUFACTURING & FABRICATION LEADER | CNC LASER, PRESS BRAKE & WELDING OPERATIONS
Core Expertise
- Multi-shift production leadership overseeing safety, quality, delivery, cost, and workforce development.
- Hands-on CNC laser and press brake operations with dynamic nesting and machine programming.
- Robotic, MIG, and TIG welding process oversight including PLC and robotic support.
- Lean continuous improvement practitioner delivering Kaizen, 5S/6S, and Six Sigma initiatives.
- Operational metrics and KPI reporting with SAP and AS400 integration.
Project Background
- Scaled small fabrication shops into structured manufacturing operations with standardized processes.
- Managed high-volume, multi-shift production environments supervising 40 to 120 direct reports.
- Implemented recurring Kaizen and 6S events to reduce waste and improve throughput.
- Directed CNC cell layouts and nesting strategies to maximize material yield and utilization.
- Administered payroll, staffing, purchasing approvals, and production scheduling using SAP/AS400.
Key Skills
- Trumpf CNC lasers | Amada & Cincinnati press brakes | Haas mills | Doosan lathes
- TruTops | TruTops Boost | Dynamic nesting strategies | CNC programming and nesting optimization
- Robotic welding | PLC support | MIG & TIG welding | Robotic programming
- Lean Manufacturing | Six Sigma Yellow & Green | Kaizen | 5S/6S
- SAP | AS400 | KPI reporting | Production planning | Purchasing approvals
Education
- B.S., Computer Science — University of Washington
Awards & Recognition
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow and Green Belt certifications
- Certified Quality Engineer credential with practical quality system implementation experience
- Previous Certified Welding Inspector credential with welding quality oversight experience
Why Interview this Candidate?
They are a hands-on manufacturing leader with 15+ years directing metal fabrication and multi-shift teams. Proven record managing operations with up to 120 direct reports, 14 laser cells, and 30 welding cells while improving shop-floor execution through Kaizen and 6S. Strong technical fluency in CNC lasers, press brakes, robotic welding, PLCs, and TruTops nesting plus SAP/AS400-driven KPI management. Ready to lead shop-floor transformation focusing on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
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