Robert E. Leonard

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About Robert E. Leonard

A seasoned and highly accomplished business-savvy professional with robust experience acquired over the years in delivering optimal results & business value in high-growth environments and establishing key relationships with business segments. I am a dynamic, versatile, and detailed oriented leader with comprehensive experience in equipment, new product development, facilities, operations, engineering, R&D, and business management. Skilled in delivering sound cost-effective engineered solutions and productivity programs for companies in the Manufacturing, Engineering, and Industrial sectors. Navigate the Company through four generations of new product development. Create a development center to prototype lamp development for internal and external customers. Practices test-driven-development as needed to ensure projects are completed on time and exceed all expectations. I am adept at delivering new products, facilities, machinery, infrastructure, and productivity. Develop two generations of high-speed lamp-making equipment, achieving a $0.31 per unit cost reduction and generating a $5M annual return. Worked with clients on facility lighting upgrades gaining light quality, efficiency, and operational cost reduction. Leverage Lean and Six Sigma strategies to improve efficiency, enhance equipment productivity, and streamline processes. Out-of-the-box, analytic thinker who pushes creative limits to solve complex technical issues and optimize project outcomes. Created new products and equipment to boost productivity and sales revenues. My remarkable leadership and interpersonal skills let me collaborate with upper management and team members. I am confident in delivering impeccable results through my dedication to handling multiple functions and activities under high-pressure environments & tight deadlines. Areas of Expertise: Strategic & Operations Planning Product Development Facilities Management Construction and Fabrication New Product Development Problem Resolution R&D Management Machine Design Process Improvement Strong Interpersonal Skills Analytical Skills Team Management Communications Critical Thinking Systems Analysis Problem Solving Productivity and yield gains Attention to Detail Leadership