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TAMKODirector of Web Handling
Sep. 2025Dallas-Fort Worth MetroplexAs Director of Web Handling at TAMKO, I lead enterprise-wide strategies to improve web handling, tension control, and process stability across multiple manufacturing lines. My focus is on reducing sheet walk, sheet breaks, and line stops through digitization, best practice deployment, and process optimization. With a background in Mechanical Engineering and more than a decade of experience in manufacturing automation, I bring a data-driven and execution-focused approach. I thrive at the intersection of engineering and operations, applying Lean, Six Sigma, and advanced controls to drive measurable improvements in uptime, efficiency, and reliability. My goal is to build long-term organizational capability by standardizing best practices, fostering innovation, and enabling cross-functional teams to sustain performance gains. Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Lead TAMKO’s enterprise strategy for web handling, tension control, and process stability.
- Drive reduction of sheet walk, sheet breaks, and line stops through digitization and optimization.
- Standardize performance of cutters, laminators, dancers, and unwind systems.
- Apply Six Sigma and Lean methodologies to eliminate chronic downtime.
- Guide modernization of controls and drive systems (Siemens S7-1500, advanced data logging).
- Pilot emerging technologies in edge guiding, roll cleaning, and predictive analytics.
- Build and lead a network of Web Handling SMEs across the company.
- Coach engineers, technicians, and operators on standards and anti-tampering practices.
- Define and track KPIs such as line stops per 10k SSQ, break frequency, and torque/tension variance.
- Deliver quarterly reports and audits to ensure accountability and sustainment.
TAMKODirector of Manufacturing AutoPilot
May. 2022 - Sep. 2025Dallas, Texas, United StatesKey Responsibilities & Impact: - Lead multi-plant initiatives to reduce manufacturing downtime and optimize throughput. - Drive large-scale digitization of production equipment, enabling real-time data visibility and predictive insights. - Standardize maintenance strategies across sites, balancing preventive, condition-based, and reactive approaches. - Implement automation upgrades (PLC systems, robotics, sensor integration) to improve reliability and reduce variability. - Partner with plant leadership and executive teams to develop best practices in operational excellence. - Guide cross-functional project teams through Lean, Six Sigma, and AI/ML applications to solve chronic production issues.
TAMKOInnovation Lead
Feb. 2021 - May. 2022Dallas, Texas, United States
TAMKOInnovation Master
Jul. 2019 - Feb. 2021Dallas, Texas- Develop innovative solutions through successful deployment of Artificial Intelligence
- Strategic development of future opportunities across entire business enterprise.
- Project management and coordination with internal and external contractors.
- Responsible for the initiation, development, and implementation of critical process breakthroughs designed to allow TAMKO to rapidly improve both performance and quality. - Build partner relationships with key manufacturing stakeholders to ensure long-term success of proven solutions. - Establish and nurture cross-functional teams throughout the organization in order to develop trust, healthy conflict around ideas, and strong sense of “all one team” for new innovation concepts.
TAMKOAssistant General Manager
Aug. 2017 - Jul. 2019Dallas, Texas
TAMKOOperations Manager
Nov. 2014 - Apr. 2015Frederick, MarylandMentored 4 Production Line managers overseeing all operational aspects of three high speed, continuous web based manufacturing lines as well as all raw material receiving and storage. Focused on developing and teaching managers and shift supervisors to capitalize on the performance of functional teams within a department of 70+ personnel. Continued to enhance facility culture to increase profitability and reduce costs while maintaining focus on safety and quality.
TAMKOPlant Engineering Manager
Nov. 2013 - Nov. 2014Frederick, Maryland-Led group of Project Managers, Process Engineers, and Controls Specialist who support the continuous improvement of three manufacturing lines. -Work with other departmental managers on building functional teams between Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations.
-Focus on functional team model as taught by Patrick Lencioni and The Table Group.
-Bring DMAIC approach and data driven project selection to facility.
-Develop engineering staff into a functional team with emphasis on eliminating existing organizational silos.
TAMKOCertified Six Sigma Black Belt
May. 2011 - Nov. 2013Dallas/Fort Worth Area-BMGI certified Six Sigma Black Belt
-Strong Project Management Skills - Successfully led cross-functional teams to the deployment of automation, anti-tampering, and lean solutions for over $5M validated savings in 24 months
-Experience in the optimization of web handling using Siemens Simatic S120, Siemens Step-7, and Siemens 505.
-Track and report project updates for Senior Executives including CEO and Executive Vice Presidents
-Quality driven to institute change and Deming philosophy for continuous process improvement
US NavyAssistant training officer
Apr. 2010 - Jul. 2011-Worked manning, training, and logistics for over 2,000 Sailors and Officers -Oversaw the submission and nominations of over 40 Navy wide awards for the entire Squadron -Conducted daily operational and intelligence briefs to the Commodore of the Squadron
-Established effective way to track and disseminate ship specific manning issues -Developed system to identify common casualties prior to any loss of mission capability or redundancy of high failure equipment
US NavyLead Engagement Control Officer
Sep. 2008 - Apr. 2010Pearl Harbor, HI-Lead engagement control officer for the deployment of Tomahawk Cruise Missiles
-Managed a division of 10 enlisted sailors maintaining and operating two vertical launching systems containing 96 ship defense and offensive missiles
-Oversaw the trouble shooting and repair of over $2,000,000 worth of parts and equipment
-Morale, Wellness and Recreations Officer handling a non-profit budget of over $40,000
-Syndicate Leader for the Strike Warfare Mission Area for Commander, Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific
-Served on deployments to 7th, 6th, and 5th Fleets
Penn State UniversityGRADUATE RESEARCHER
Sep. 2006 - Aug. 2008Critical analysis of engineered nano-scale energetic munitions
Flow path analysis of supercritical solution expansion through micron scale nozzles
Conducted live fire experiments to study graphite rocket nozzle erosion
Comprehensive study on solid rocket motor propellant
Performed dynamic pressure propagation tests on U.S. Army 120mm mortar projectile
Visteon CorporationINTERIOR VALIDATION ENGINEERING INTERN
Aug. 2005 - Dec. 2005Created Visteon Design Specifications for interior validation from OEM specifications
Validation Engineer on MY2007 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator Programs
Conducted several lifetime, conditional, and design tests to validate interiors
Visteon CorporationPROCESS/ASSEMBLY ENGINEERING INTERN
Jan. 2005 - Apr. 2005Process engineer for HVAC assembly lines for Ford Excursion and F250
Studied and managed departmental quality rejection issues
Performed case studies on various production lines to decrease production time
Initiated study to decrease quality rejections by improving assembly line features
Visteon CorporationMANUFACTURING ENGINEERING INTERN
Jun. 2004 - Aug. 2004Created Weekly Production Reports, Increasing Production 2.5%
Quality Return Testing, including Noise, Vibration, and Leak Test
Designed and implemented Online Testing Station
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