Patrick Stapleton

Background

About Patrick Stapleton

Results driven professional with extensive experience in operations, engineering, supplies and continuous improvement; specializing in Lean Principles and Process Optimization. My expertise in driving Lean initiatives, executing process improvements, and leading change management efforts positions me as a valuable asset to a dynamic team focused on enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Specialties: Management, Organizational Leadership, Supply Chain & Logistics Management, Project Management, Data Analysis, Communication, Problem-solving, Critical Thinking, Flexible, Research Oriented, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, KPI's, CAD, WMS, SAP, Oracle, Infor, Access, Excel, Microsoft. ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: •Initiate employee involvement through communication and training. •Effective communication with management and employees on all levels. •Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing techniques. •Training in lean manufacturing concepts: 5S & 7 Wastes, Set-up Reduction, TPM, VSM, Mistake/Error Proofing, Kanban, Visual Management, Problem Solving, and Push/Pull simulations. •Facilities, departmental and cellular layouts: Individual workstations within the cells using extensive ergonomics and to eliminate waste, Material flow systems for continuous supply of parts. •Designed work fixtures for efficient assembly of products and product transportation. •Set-up warehouse material grid systems for part storage to maximize material cube space and storage locations. •Work-load balancing to meet customer required Takt-time through extensive time studies. •Videotape analysis for extensive assembly processes and to analyze processes in more detail. •Reduction in non-value-added activities. •Developed methods for signaling and replenishing material using Kanban’s and two-bin systems. •Implementation of Standard Work Procedures. •Support inventory reduction and pull scheduling. •Developed departmental housekeeping procedures. •TPM - preventative maintenance procedures for cleaning and maintaining equipment. •Promote and enforce Shop and Safety Rules. •Support activities to achieve and maintain the Quality Systems. TS16949