Robert Semrad

Background

About Robert Semrad

General manager with proven record of collaborative team leadership, strategic planning, systems development, operations, budget, engineering and sales management. Objective leader that maintains a high level outlook while making contributions to team and individual efforts resulting in a positive impact on departmental and business unit profitability. Recognized for working across functions within an organization to reach business objectives and resolving difficult issues. Hands on well rounded contributor with technical acumen that is open to new ideas and methods. Possesses determination to ferret out optimal solution(s) to move the business unit forward. Proven success in building, managing and restoring customer relationships. Meets and exceeds departmental and business unit goals in globally competitive and dynamic market segments. What separates me from my peers is the ability to avoid or navigate through difficult situations by using problem solving, leadership and critical thinking skills. I manage crisis situations with a calm demeanor, big picture view of issue(s) and parties involved. I strive to build win-win relationships with effective use of communication. Specialties: P&L Responsibility, Marketing, Brand Management, Business Development, Product Development, Product Design, Product Management, Operations Management, Tool Engineering, Metal Stamping, CNC Precision Machining, Plastics Extrusion, Plastics Thermo-forming, Testing/Validation, Projects, Crisis Management, Problem Solving, Process Improvement and Re-engineering, Engineering Management, Multi-site Management, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Program Management, TQM, Collaborative Problem Solving, Turn Around Management, Conflict Resolution, Peer Mentoring, CAD/CAM, Automotive, Original Equipment Manufacturer, Supplier to Tier 1, Tier 2 Automotive Plants, Lean Transformation.