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Vice President, Operations

Sto Panel Technology is a national and international program designed to transform the construction industry through partnerships forged between leading contractors & fabricators and Sto Corp. - the world's number one manufacturer of exterior wall systems. Our affiliates are independently owned and operated companies in every major construction market. By creating a branded, tested, proven and warranted prefabricated wall panel, Sto Panel Technology offers project owners, architects, GC's/CM's and design consultants a recognizable, high-quality standard for the exteriors of their buildings. StoPanel wall assemblies combine the latest technology and proven products to deliver the most energy efficient, architecturally versatile exterior in the construction industry today, employing a process that saves time, adds value and improves quality. By specifying a single, versatile panel with the option of utilizing virtually any desired finish - from brick and natural stone to the most modern, light-weight energy-efficient coating systems - owners and designers now have the freedom to choose the look they prefer while meeting the schedule and performance requirements the GC/CM desires at a price every owner will find attractive.

Operational Excellence LeadershipEngineering ManagementMaintenance ManagementPlant Management (Union and Non-Union)CMMS Implementation and intergrationAdvanced Maintenance Technology applicationsCapital and Major Expense Planning/ControlOperating Expense Budgeting & ManagementQuality System Management, ISO 9001-2008EMS Implementation and Managment, ISO 14001Inventory ManagementCustomer Service, Customer Relations ManagementProduction/Sales/Inventory Forecasting and AnalysisProcurement and Logistics ManagementSAP - Data Analysis, Management UserARENA Simulation Software use and applicationTeam Building, Organizational Planning and DynamicsRe-Engineering principles/tacticsProcess and Operational OptimizationSpecialties: Operational Excellence Initiatives, Root Cause analysis (5 Why's, FEMA, KT),Business/Operational Optimization (LEAN, SMED & 5S),Approaches & application related to Value Stream Optimization tactics & Processes Mapping,Lean Manufacturing,Metrics & KPI's development/implementation - detailed corrective action plans,Maintenance & Production Strategies,Forecasting & Strategic Planning,Employee Development,Organization / Department Creation & Development, Change Management