Rawad Ajami

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About Rawad Ajami

Results-driven Factory Operations Manager and Lean Process Catalyst with 10+ years of cross-industry expertise in optimizing manufacturing efficiency for natural chips, pet food, plastics, poultry, and water processing. PMP®-certified leader specializing in Lean Manufacturing (5S, SMED, TPM, VSM) and cost reduction, delivering 20-30% efficiency gains through data-driven workflows, predictive maintenance, and waste elimination. Spearheaded transformative projects like slashing order fulfillment time by 30% via Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and boosting OEE to 85% through TPM/SMED implementation. Adept at empowering teams with Autonomous Maintenance (AM) protocols to reduce unplanned downtime by 25% and elevate MTBF/MTTR metrics. Skilled in ERP systems, process optimization, and JIT inventory management, with a track record of redesigning layouts (U-shaped cells) and reallocating resources to cut cycle times by 12-18%. Holding a Master’s in Transportation & Energy and an MSc in Electrical Engineering, I blend technical rigor with operational leadership to drive continuous improvement. Fluent in aligning KPIs with business goals, building cross-functional teams, and managing multimillion-dollar budgets. Open to roles: Factory/Plant Manager | Lean Operations Leader | Manufacturing Excellence Manager Let’s connect to discuss operational excellence, Lean methodologies, or sustainable manufacturing innovation! Beyond optimizing existing processes, I have successfully introduced Lean systems for new product lines, driving significant cost reductions and operational improvements. By redesigning the factory’s order fulfillment process, I eliminated bottlenecks and streamlined delivery timelines. Additionally, my implementation of 5S methodologies has improved workplace organization, minimized errors, and expanded capacity. Passionate about continuous improvement and sustainable growth, I am eager to collaborate with teams that value innovation, efficiency, and operational excellence.