James Criscillis 2013

James Criscillis 2013

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  JAMES CRISCILLIS 1216 DarvyvilleDriveFlorence, KY. 41042 859-282-9676(Res) 859-250-7396(mobile) Linkedin:http://www.linkedin.com/in/jamescriscillis Email: [email protected] A hands-on Lean Sigma Deployment leader with the demonstrated ability to strategically achieve process improvements.Strong technical and Lean Sigma qualification.A track record of changing the culture and transforming traditional manufacturing to Lean. Finding creative approaches to minimize or eliminate nonvalue tasks by sequentially implementing lean tools from classical industrial engineering to Lean Sigma. Proven ability to successfully analyze an organization’s business processes and opportunities, and develop a cost-effective roadmap to new levels of success through continuous improvement. A trainer,coach and mentor to strategically position all associates for alignment to company directives. Key Qualifications include: Performance Optimization Six Sigma Black Belt Visual Workplace - 5S Kaizen Continuous Improvement Quick Changeover Coach/Mentor/Trainer Change Catalyst Quality/Cost/Delivery Cellular Manufacturing Value Stream Mapping &Analysis/ Kanban Standardized Work TPM/OEE Order to Cash Industrial Engineering Accomplishments Created work standard routers for SAP implementation Project engineer with 4 direct reports for the implementation of computerized manufacturing methods and work standards system improving throughput by 30%. Established Lean Deployment Roadmaps and created implementation action plans for 3 facilities Implemented the 5S process in four facilities paving the road to Visual Workplace. Reduced machine setup time from 11 hours to average 2.5 hours. Created Value Stream Maps for the Order to Cash Cycle (OTC) identifying bottlenecks and to reduce delivery time. Designed plant layout for combining assembly and warehouse/distribution facilities into one building. Improved product throughput by introducing TPM and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) increasing the OEE metric by 30 points. Project facilitator and director for cross-functional teams focusing on eliminating waste via KaizenEvents and continuous improvement (Gemba Kaizen). Created a Kanban system in the supplier, warehouse and distribution facilities for components reducingstockouts from 4 per week to 1 per month. Standardized production machinery through Kaizen of maintenance that improved workflow and reduced machine and equipment costs $139,600. Reengineered a manufacturing process that reduced Work-In-Process by 60%, floor space requirements by 30% and labor costs by $92,500. Utilized process mapping, value analysis and a creative compensation plan that reengineered the manufacturing department and reduced labor costs $587,800 in two years. Justified reducing utility operator workforce 50%, which saved $88,300 in staffing costs. Led teams to identify and implement standardized work. Training Materials Created and Delivered Include Howto recognize nonvalue tasks through Value Stream Analysis. Conducted a two-day workshop entitled Lean Manufacturing Basics 100 and 101 including a simulation for all manufacturing personnel to understand the what, why, when, who and how of our journey to Lean. Provided Kaizen workshops for all manufacturing personnel to identify and minimizingnonvalue activities and to learn the basics of Kaizen events.Created Kaizenfacilitator training methodology insuring successful Kaizen events with 4 others becoming facilitators. Total Productive Maintenance(TPM) improving machine/operator interface and decrease product throughput time and increase machine life resulting in a 25% increase in machine uptime. Developed and implemented a manufacturing cost training program with frontline supervisors that reduced supply, material, and labor costs. James Criscillis Page 1of 2
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  Professional Experience The ProductivityTeam, LLC, Troy, MI.- an established engineering service and training firm delivering leading-edge Lean implementation strategies for companies of all sizes and at all stages. Quality Engineer Current Discovering root causes of assembly warranty issues post-launchand recommending containment plans for Ford Motor Assembly, Louisville, KY. Honeywell Process Solutions, Cincinnati, Ohio - formerly Mercury Instruments, provider of precisemeasurement instrumentsfor the gas and oil industry SAP Implementation, Temporary Contract 2012 JMCC Enterprises, LLC Managing Member 2007 to 2012 Formed apart time LLC to providing high value, affordable housing at fair price utilizing today’s market opportunities. Purchased and revitalized 9 properties ranging from single family homes to multifamily units to generate passive cash flow. ILSCO CORPORATION, Cincinnati, Ohio - ainternational privately owned, high-volume provider of electrical components for the Utility and OEM companies. 1998 to 2009 Manager of Continuous Improvement 10/05 to 10/09 Providedcorporate leadership, coaching and recruiting for a high-volume multi-facility, internationalmanufacturing company in the electrical industry. Transitioned the organization to Lean Sigma by training, hands-on, and mentoring hourly and management associates.Applied Kaizen Event principles to simplify and eliminate nonvalue tasks in office, manufacturing, warehousing and distribution processes. Group Leader, Industrial Engineering 7/98 to 10/05 A catalyst in the culture change toward Lean for the Manufacturing Leadership Team and leading the Industrial Engineering Department. NINE WEST GROUP MANUFACTURING, INC., Cincinnati, Ohio 1988 to 1997 Sr. Project/Process Engineer 1994 to 1997 Provided industrial engineering expertise and on the floor Lean expertise for a high volume, multi-location manufacturing company. Eliminated waste and reduced costs by utilizing continuous process improvement and Toyota Production System techniques. Directed industrial/process engineering functions for three manufacturing facilities with 5 direct reports. Staff Industrial Engineer 1988 to 1994 Developed and maintained cellular manufacturing layouts including cell balancing and work measurement. Analyzed and implemented improvements in manufacturing processes and methods. Instructed and coached Plant Managers on developing and implementing strategies and tactics for local manufacturing plant. Managed the cost reduction activities. Education B.S. Industrial Technology, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, Kentucky Professional Development Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Goal/QPC – Cincinnati Quality of Management Four Levels of Innovation, Goal/QPC - CQM Presented “Our Journey to Lean Continues with Root Cause Analysis (RCA)” at Learn, Leverage, Lead at CQM Six Sigma Black Belt Training, Six Sigma Breakthrough Technologies, Inc. – Cutler Hammer James Criscillis Page 2of 2