Christopher Combs

Background

About Christopher Combs

As a highly accomplished operations and production manager with more than 20 years of experience, I have excelled in complex environments by keenly analyzing operational workflows and building project roadmaps to keep business objectives and products aligned. With an extensive record of excelling in cradle-to-grave production planning, execution, and evaluation, I have a track record of successfully leading businesses through the full lifecycle of operations. My keen ability to establish, develop, and maintain effective relationships with product stakeholders across all levels of the organization has allowed me to gain their buy-in and cooperation, leading to significant achievements. I am an insightful leader, skilled at creating inclusive and positive cultures to motivate teams for peak performance. My leadership qualities have enabled me to generate over $115 million in volume while overseeing a $100 million budget. I have also improved operating efficiency from 35% to 75% by introducing and employing Lean manufacturing techniques, resulting in increased customer satisfaction by 90%. My competencies in workflow prioritization, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and team leadership have helped me stand out from others. I am skilled in continuous improvement, risk assessment, process design, and systems implementation. I have a knack for data collection and analysis, complex problem-solving, KPI management, and quality improvement. With a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Central State University, OH, I have won numerous awards, including the Operations Excellence Award 2016, for my outstanding contributions to the project "Costco Flat Card Perso at Thales. I am a motivated and inclusive team builder with a passion for creativity, innovation, and lifelong learning. For more information, drop me an email at christopher.combs1973@gmail.com.