James Smith

Site leader/Engineering Manager @Caire Inc.; (former)

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Seasoned Senior Project Manager with Expertise in Product Development, Design for Manufacturing, and Cross-Functional Team Leadership PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Experienced Project Manager with over 15 years of expertise in leading complex projects across multiple sites in the manufacturing and engineering sectors. Proven ability to develop project plans, manage budgets, perform critical path analysis, and present progress reports. Strong background in operations, manufacturing processes, and earned value management. Adept at improving financial performance and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. AREAS OF EXPERTISE ● Project Management ● Financial Analysis ● Critical Path Analysis ● JIRA & MS Project ● Budget Management ● Installation & ramp up ● Procurement Services ● OSHA, EPA, FDA Reg ● Scope Management ● Capital Expenditures ● Risk Management ● Multi Project Mgmt. ● Contract Evaluation ● Project & Product Validation/SOPS ● Multi-Site Project Tracking& Strategy ● MS Office, AutoCAD, MRP, SAP CAREER HIGHLIGHTS • Executed Complex Engineering Projects: Led customized engineered refrigeration system projects, coordinating between electrical engineering, mechanical design, purchasing, production, and quality assurance, managing 4-8 projects per month with budgets ranging from $25k to $1M. • Optimized Production Operations: Over 15 years of experience managing and developing cost improvement projects with key stakeholders, site manufacturing engineers, mechanical engineers, and maintenance personnel to optimize production operations, safety, EHS, and new product development. • Developed New Products: Extensive experience developing new products using Stage Gate development, MS Project, and JIRA for medical equipment, large commercial refrigeration systems, appliances, HVAC, and diesel engines, ensuring successful market introduction and customer satisfaction. • Transformed a Chemical Division: Successfully performed the analysis of consolidating two chemical plants, acting as the project lead to oversee

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Work Background

CAIRE Inc.Director Of Operations/Site Leader

May. 2022 - Mar. 2023Ball Ground, Georgia, United StatesCAIRE is a global engineering solutions and medical device company providing leading oxygen products to the Healthcare markets. My responsibilities include managing all aspects of the Operations Team, Maintenance/Facilities, and Shipping & receiving. Key Accomplishments:  Developed production heads and Value Stream Teams to improve manufacturing, labor management, budgets, KPIs, quality, global order fulfillment in an FDA controlled environment.  Reduced shipping backlog by 50% in 7 months. Reduced shipping errors from 10 per day to less than 10 per month, by creating key metrics to identify root cause issues.  Implemented Operations Safety oversight Team, implemented orange card program for safety feedback; resulting in an improvement in TRIR from 2.64 to 1.5.

HussmannMaintenance and Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Aug. 2021 - May. 2022Suwanee, Georgia, United States* Implemented capital projects to support the 2021 Capital plan, of over $2M. * Submitted quotes and capital requests for all 2022 Capital projects. * Put together the manufacturing plan to support the production of CO2 products.

HussmannNTR Design Project Manager

Apr. 2015 - Apr. 2016Suwanee, GAOversaw the planning, development, and execution of refrigeration project strategies to expand global market reach and grow profit margins. Led each phase of development, from quote to delivery, verifying that all operations between design, engineering, purchasing, production, testing, and quality assurance were streamlined and met optimal standards. Key Accomplishment: ★ Entrusted to direct 8–10 projects per month ranging in value from $10K up to $1.2M.

DEUTZ CorporationDirector of Production Operations

Apr. 2016 - Feb. 2021Norcross, GALed cross-functional production teams of 200+ employers in daily manufacturing operations, including production, planning, engineering, customer service, remanufacturing operations, and purchasing for a $300M business. Monitored performance and used Lean Manufacturing principles to improve quality, delivery, inventory, order entry productivity, and cost initiatives. Forged partnerships with domestic and European suppliers for reliable purchasing and delivery logistics. Managed the delivery of goods and service levels to key clients in an SAP environment. Key Accomplishments: ★ Increased production volume from $121M to $175M in three years. ★ Smoothly scaled remanufacturing production operations to support 240% growth in sales over four years. ★ Stellar team leadership consistently delivering results in exceeding sales goals, growing client base, and expanding profitability. ★ Led the daily activates of machining, warehousing, assembly, and testing of finished products for construction and transportation equipment. ★ Oversaw the start-up of a Distribution and Logistics Sequence from conception to full operation.

Price IndustriesValue Stream Manager

Feb. 2012 - Oct. 2014Winder, GAManaged the development of new HVAC products as well as the purchase of new equipment for the successful launch of fan coil and blower coil products into the market. Tracked P&L metrics, identified improvement opportunities, and submitted updates in design progress, material expenses, and labor costs. Key Accomplishment: ★ Grew sales from $30k per month to $1m per month. ★ Oversaw the installation and start-up of a new $2M Nordson Powder Paint System 10% under budget and two weeks ahead of schedule. ★ Created and introduced a new manufacturing strategy that focused on hiring internally to better support product launches.

Hill PHOENIXSenior Business Unit Manager

Mar. 2011 - Feb. 2012Custom Refigeration SystemsDirected business operations governing the work of 110 employees that established the retail refrigeration business unit as an industry leader. Key Accomplishment: ★ Led the House Department through three record-setting months.

KIK Consumer Products (BioLab Inc)Facilities Maintenance and Engineering Manager

Jan. 2004 - Jul. 2011Conyers, Georgia, United StatesOversaw the rollout of capital project improvements and ongoing maintenance of multiple facilities to guarantee smooth operation of manufacturing operations. Provided the necessary resources for operations requiring form fill and seal packaging, drop packers, case sealers, bottle handling, and filling. Sourced, purchased, and integrated PLC packaging equipment for new product launches. Key Accomplishment: ★ Successfully developed an $18M corporate capital project plan for nine consumer chemical product manufacturing and distribution sites

KIK Consumer Products (BioLab Inc)Technical Manager Capital Projects

Jan. 2003 - Sep. 2004Conyers GAProvide engineering and manufacturing expertise assisting in re-engineering and process improvements. Implement process improvement projects, support safety programs in accordance with OSHA and EPA regulations, and design infrastructures supporting facility growth and development for manufacturing and distribution facilities. • Developed strategy to support Corporate business operations for the $11.4M capital project plan for domestic and international Consumer Operations sites. Prioritize projects using NIBT and payback analysis to improve profitability, EHS, and facility operation for each site. Track budget metrics and progress for each division; including Canada, France, Germany, South Africa, and Australia. • Managed $3.8m project to relocate processing and filling equipment from Ashley IN, to Conyers, GA. Managed overall project, plant design, engineering, contractors, equipment layouts, and start up. Managed cross functional sub-teams to support project. Reported progress to upper management on weekly basis. Decommissioned plant in April 2010. • Implemented $1M facility changes within the manufacturing plants to comply with NFPA 430 fire codes. Implemented required equipment and facility changes. • Supported new product introductions and corporate packaging strategy, including new $2.9M forming and packaging line. Successfully completed engineering design, equipment tests at contractor sites, installed new processes, and performed training for maintenance personnel and operators

Carrier TransicoldManufacturing Business Unit Manager

Jan. 1997 - Jan. 2003•Promoted to oversee daily operations of 5 departments, including production, financial budgeting and planning, engineering, quality, safety, and scheduling, within a $240M/year global business. •Established the goals, direction, labor and expense budgets of $4.8M/year business unit. •Supervised hourly and salaried employees on multiple shifts within a fast-paced environment; employment ranging from 70-120 people. •Coordinated production ACE (achieving competitive excellence) teams in the areas of cost reduction, continuous process improvement, quality, safety, and 5S initiatives; implemented world-class team concepts, such as lean manufacturing, SPC, TPM, DFM, and Kanban systems. • Trained, conducted 3-4 Kaizen events, and studied the Toyota Manufacturing System and Kaizen, with Shingijutsu Co. Studied and visited manufacturing plants in Japan with Shingijutsu, including one of Toyota’s facilities. • Led the fabrication engineering group including the development of new products with Transicold sister plant in France.