Rod Smith

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About Rod Smith

Environmental major APSE Minor. CNC & Cad/Cam. 5S/6s, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen Events to identify and eliminate waste and improve efficiency. Six Sigma: Utilize Six Sigma methodologies to analyze data, identify root causes of problems, and implement effective solutions. Lead DMAIC projects to drive process improvements and enhance product quality. Gemba Walks: Conduct regular Gemba Walks to observe production processes, identify inefficiencies, and engage with production personnel to gather valuable insights for process optimization. Kanban: Implement and maintain a Kanban system to manage inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment and minimizing stockouts. 8-Disciplines: Lead and support problem-solving efforts using the 8-Disciplines method, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and effective corrective actions. PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act): Drive the PDCA cycle across production operations to continuously evaluate and refine processes for improved outcomes. RCA (Root Cause Analysis): Apply RCA principles to investigate production issues and non-conformances, aiming to prevent recurrence and improve product quality. TPM (Total Productive Maintenance): Collaborate with maintenance teams to implement TPM strategies, minimizing equipment downtime through proactive and preventive maintenance approaches. Poka-Yoke: Work with engineering and production teams to integrate Poka-Yoke devices and error-proofing techniques into manufacturing processes to prevent defects and errors. P&L Management, ISO Audit, Arc GIS programing, CNC programing, Fabricator & R&D, Wielding Skillsets, Paylocity, Kronos, Waste & Recycling Management, Safety Management, Shipping manager, Assistant Entertaining Director, 11 Years- Passions Works (bottom to the top) Worker-Fabrication- Management (payroll->supplies) 8 Years- Personal projects and volunteer (Hurricane Katrina- Droughts Midwest consultant, Milwaukie Gardens.) 2 Years- Halliburton (8mn driving) Worked as Roughneck and Geologist 7 Years- Working with my people on Environmental Projects and Event Specialist Firelake Grand 3 Years- Arborists (Many different aspects while going college) 8 Years- Working with disabled people (Exceed Supervisor etc.) 9 Years- Working with good people Larkspur, CO