I am a successful engineering and business professional king a position in which my leadership, operations management and technical experience may be engaged to enhance the future growth and profitability of your organization. I offer over 25 years of education, demonstrated, hands-on experience and talent which I bring to the table to allow me the capabilities and tools to effectively realize company goals when empowered. I pride myself in being a focused, goal oriented individual with a “can do†attitude, and I particularly enjoy the challenge and responsibility associated with managing demanding programs in a fast paced environment.
Specifically, I will bring first hand-knowledge and practices of engineering, manufacturing, production and applied technical concepts/applications to establish myself as a valuable leader of your organization. I have a strong and solid foundation in production and manufacturing environments and an exemplary record of achieving results. I am comfortable in an atmosphere requiring high energy levels, the ability to handle stress and to make quick, accurate and decisive decisions. I demand excellence of myself, and you will find me to be highly organized, motivated and committed to the highest levels of quality, service and productivity.
I have the necessary skills, understanding and performance record to successfully motivate a team of individuals to perform and excel towards a desirable vision and established goals. Respectfully, the information entailed in my Resume' does not list my full employment history. My background includes much more management and manufacturing experience as well with other companies prior to the last company listed. My Salary requirements are open depending on responsibility and management level but at least $70,000 annually for an upper level management position.
Thank you for your time and consideration in reviewing my resume. I am confident that your organization will find my talents, experience and skills valuable in creating a positive impact and contribute to the profitability of your business interests. I look forward to scheduling a personal interview when possible to discuss future opportunities within your organization.
Please feel free to contact me at the phone number or e-mail address provided in my Resume’.
Sincerely,
Lawrence L. Miller
Lawrence Layne Miller
Operations, Manufacturing and Product Development Professional
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
To secure a position with a dynamic and growth-oriented company where my experience, education and skills will allow me to be a major contributor to an organizations growth and market leadership.
I offer the experience and expertise of a seasoned professional and I am an effective organizational leader and manager capable of meeting or exceeding corporate objectives. I’m positive this position will offer a high level of responsibility, accountability and personal growth.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
A results driven and multifaceted engineering professional and business manager with over twenty years of manufacturing, engineering and operations management experience. Demonstrated leadership in Business management, organizing and supervising operational activities, proven ability to coordinate, prioritize and execute objectives. Results and action-oriented leadership style with strengths in project management, new product development, process improvement and many areas of product design and manufacturing.
Detail oriented and self motivated professional, yet flexible and adaptable to quickly change methods and procedures for optimum results and needs. Knowledge and applied experience with quality systems and related theory/methodology: TQM, ISO 9000(QS9000), Six Sigma, SPC, MRP and others. Practical use and understanding of budgeting controls, department planning, forecasting along with various financial statement and ratio analysis. Diverse applications in problem solving, troubleshooting and strategic planning as well as efficiency and productivity monitoring and control in a variety of production and manufacturing environments. Multiple project leadership involving strategic alliances and joint ventures involving domestic and international partners, suppliers and customers.
Management and Leadership
Corporate/divisional sales and marketing management, directing and organizing staff in business affairs
Capitol project/equipment acquisition, implementation and or management (multimillion dollar projects)
Concurrent control of multiple projects during different phases of development, production and service
Multiple discipline staff/employee development and team building: hire, train, motivate, evaluate & promote
Upper level management document issuance as well as policy and procedure development and compliance
Manufacturing management entailing internal and external suppliers and customers, diversified applications
Program development, feasibility studies, sales, forecasting, business systems and cost analysis
Presentation planning and delivery including interactive multimedia and videoconferencing and website mgt.
Sales and Service
Experience with quotation and proposal generation, contract negotiations, time and budgetary issues
Technical guidance/assistance to sales staff and customers (customer relations, warranty & service)
Concept development and analytical problem solving related to sales and customer requirements
Dealership sales(auto industry), corporate product sales and sales management(diversified industries)
Engineering and Technical
Expert in Reverse Engineering projects and new product design/development projects (design to manufacturing)
Manufacturing facilities start-up and phase transition from site to site, establishing/following capitol planning
Group/Cell manufacturing process implementation with aligned Continuous Process Improvement strategies
CNC manufacturing and CAD operations management, full control over all aspects and concerns
Quality system design, setup and implementation for engineering and manufacturing departments (ISO9000)
Management and direction of equipment and tooling design, manufacturing and modification (hands on)
Extensive quoting experience for projects/programs(engineering and manufacturing costs.-sales and customers)
Skilled use of CAD and Solid Modeling design software as well as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Pwr.Pnt.)
Diversified applications in Internet use/operations as well and knowledgeable in MIS systems and technologies.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Bell Helicopter-Textron – Tool Application Engineer
2007-2010
Manufacturing Engineering (Tooling) support for Bell’s Drive Systems Center (DSC) operations(Grand Prairie).
•Tooling and gauge design applications/support and management (work holding-jigs/fixtures, perishables, tool holders ).
•Programming support-Lathes, Mills & Grinders - New Tooling introductions/selection and program improvements.
•CNC and Manual Machine Cutter Tooling grinding/resharpening engineering support (design & manufacture).
•Precision Gauging management applications-All areas related to DSC operations.
•Production improvement applications in areas of manufacturing processes, tooling applications and methodologies.
•BAPII(Business Analysis Project )and Employee Involvement Group member; business improvement teams.
Texan Ford – Internet Sales Manager-New & Pre-Owned Vehicles
2005-2007
Dealership Internet sales management of all inventory, including full spectrum of Internet sales operations.
TurboCare Gas Turbine Services-Turbo Services Network – New Product Development Manager-Turbo Services Network (TSN)
2004-2005
Directed and managed product development and manufacturing programs along with sales/marketing support for multiple corporate partners. Management responsibilities included interfacing with all related Siemens and Chromalloy business groups concerning activities for the OEM/New Replacement Parts as well the repairs side of the business (Transferred responsibility from Chromalloy HIT, Ltd. to TurboCare GTS with corporate reorganization).
Chromalloy Heavy Industrial Turbine, Ltd.
1991-2004
Business and Product Development Manager (1999-2005),
Engineering Manager (1995-1999), Manufacturing Engineer (1999-1995)
Business and Product Development Manager's role;
Managed all aspects of business development, direction of sales efforts, product development, manufacturing and logistics control (sales, engineering, manufacturing and inventory) functions of the division.
Engineering manager’s role;
Managed engineering support staff and coordinated related efforts for the division and sister companies.
•Directed and managed product design and manufacturing(OEM aftermarket parts) including the Industrial Gas Turbine component repair/remanufacture business sector.
•Provided technical business administration for outsourcing of manufacturing and machining functions of components to contractors both foreign and domestic.
•Served as member of ISO9002 management steering committee and oversaw the engineering department document generation for certification and ongoing operations.
•Implemented new business and marketing strategies, approaches and techniques, directed product development and manufacturing of the OEM replacement turbine component business, supporting multiple divisions (1996-2005).
•Directed component reverse engineering processes, new parts design & manufacturing, tooling and repair business functions including CAD/CAM systems, CNC programming and machining capabilities, CMM operations, machine shop and QC inspection management including planning and executing a new CNC shop start-up operations.
•Performed quality systems audits and product inspections at suppliers’ facilities supporting compliance of ISO9000 quality systems and adherence of QC guidelines, directed process control and QC functions for new manufacturing and component repairs. Developed practices that yielded 30-80% yield improvement.
W. Pat Crow Forgings – Machine & Weld Shop Manager
1990-1991
Directed Tool & Die shop, production machining and welding departments. •Developed/tracked budgets, performed cost analysis and implemented new manufacturing processes for CNC Tool & Die Shop operations.
•Designed and supervised fabrication and manufacturing of tooling; Forging Dies, Trimmers, all in-house tools .
•Reduced cost/scheduling overruns, upgraded equipment and reorganized weld shop for better efficiency.
•New equipment implementation and upgrading existing equipment through modernization/modifications.
LTV Aerospace Division – Class A CNC Machinist/Programmer & Quick Response Shop Master Technician
1984-1990
Founding member of independent in-house fabrication/machine shop and team-Quick Response Shop (QRS) that also was an independent CAD/CAM programming and machining operations. The shop supported all programs needing quick or ASAP manufacture or custom repairs Heavy involvement in new developmental projects.
Held Secret program clearance, first Class A Machinist at age 26 with the company.
•Programming, set up and operations of CNC Mills and Lathes for both custom and production type fabrication/machining applications. Interfaced with engineering to troubleshoot various mfg. issues.
•Sheet metal fabrication specialist, mock-up prototyping and airframe fab. and repair(welding & tooling included) .
EDUCATION
Dallas Baptist University – B.S., Management (Business Management Curriculum) 1997-2000
University of Texas at Arlington – Engineering & Management Curriculum
1978-1980, 1988-1992(part time studies)
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