Andrew Hefflinger

Background

About Andrew Hefflinger

Business Owner / Director of Operations / Plant Manager Accomplished, results oriented, dynamic operations professional equipped with over 20 years of experience involving the high speed manufacturing and distribution of several Food, Beverage, and Consumer Products. Proven catalyst skilled at managing the leadership of facilities, projects, as well as the groups and initiatives associated with purchasing,planning,distribution,engineering,sourcing, quality and safety management. Adept in forging strong supplier relationships, as well as supporting the internal customer groups associated with product design, sales, and direct import programs. Well versed in implementing programs involving team based management, Lean Manufacturing, 5-S, Process Control, Continuous Improvement, Safety, O.S.H.A. Voluntary Protection Program, Process Safety Management, Environmental Compliance, Just in Time Inventory Control, and FDA Good Manufacturing Practices. Focused on cost reduction, productivity, key performance indicators, safety, and strong in employee development and training. Specialties:*High Speed Manufacturing,*Strategic Facility Planning,*Plant Management,*Quality and Maintenance Systems,*Inventory Control,*Union and Non-Union Environments,*Facility Capital Planning,*Facility Consolidation and Closure,*Facility Expansion,*Budgetary Development and Control,*Project Management,*Employee Development.