My Portfolio: Operational Excellence in Action
“Success is never owned, it is rented, and the rent is due every day.” — Rory Vaden
I chase excellence daily, turning data into decisions, problems into innovations, and teams into powerhouses. Explore my work in operational excellence below.
Data-Driven Decisions
Transforming raw data into actionable insights to boost efficiency and quality in manufacturing.
Data-Driven Decisions
OEE: The Process Pulse
OEE measures process health through Quality, Availability, and Performance. It’s a proactive snapshot—low scores highlight defects, downtime, or training gaps. Paired with reactive KPIs, it drives continuous improvement when interpreted well.
More Info: Quality tracks defects, Availability ensures equipment reliability, and Performance optimizes team efficiency.
Team Dynamics via Data
Teamwork is critical in production, but absences and poor performers disrupt balance. Using real-time reporting, I found one latecomer cut productivity by 30%, while their absence sometimes had no impact. Early interventions and reassignments boosted efficiency and retention.
Solving Broken Brick
Starting in packaging, I saw how upstream flaws led to broken brick. As Assistant Director, I centralized quality data in an Access database, then built an IoT network with Raspberry Pis to link low humidity to defects. Installing automatic doors slashed breakage rates.
Innovative Solutions
Case Study: Veneer Insertion at Triangle Brick
The original veneer insertion device failed due to foam pad wear and dust-clogged pumps. Ignoring OEM advice, I collaborated with experts to design suction cups, then used 3D printing to cut weight and cycle time, boosting efficiency to 90%.
Team Development
People power businesses. Beyond appreciation, I focus on empowering teams to excel. At a brick plant, I used data to spot outliers—reassigning one disruptive worker raised output 15%. Matching skills to roles builds satisfaction and results.