VP of Information Technology Resume
Contact information
Brian S. Vainder
17 Street
San Antonio
Texas
Career objective
Looking for a challenging position of the VP of Information Technology Resume the reputed University with a view to use my wide experience for the benefit of the organization.
Former Director of Manufacturing, Engineering and Development with significant expertise in manufacturing, engineering, research and development and health and safety.
A key advocate with expertise in developing, leading, and implementing, the "Lean Manufacturing" initiative.
Proven leadership skills with a proven track record in managing, developing and motivating teams to achieve their individual, and company, objectives.
First class analytical, design and problem solving skills i.e. DFMA, FMEA, DOE and Taguchi techniques.
Dedicated to maintaining high quality standards.
I am also a former member of the SME Advisory Panel for the DTI Manufacturing Advisory Service (south-east region, UK).
Major Achievements:
Increased production output by 300% in 18 months with the same number of personnel by implementing Lean Manufacturing principles, concepts and techniques.
Managed the 7.5 million rebuild of the manufacturing, office, engineering and laboratory facilities including equipment specification and procurement.
Achieved Tier 1 approval to supply safety system products to Daimler Chrysler and Volvo without having to obtain formal QS approval.
Successfully achieved FDA and UL approval of the Companies products for portable defribulator applications.
Increased the acceptance levels of finished goods from 70% to 98%.
Improved on time deliveries of product from 40% to 95% (measured against automotive standards).
Managed the successful technology transfer of products from the USA to the UK and increased the performance of the products.
One patent listed for use of rechargeable batteries down hole.
Successful achievement of ISO 9001 and ISO accreditation in China.
HIPOT recognition from Schlumberger.
Experience:
Able New Energy Co Ltd (China)
February 2007 to December 2007 (contract position)
Director of Manufacturing, Engineering and R&D
Main responsibilities:
To ensure cell and battery assembly was safe and to repeatable, acceptable, and above industry standards. To create a team and motivate ownership and cross functionality with all departments. To improve both LiMnO2 and LiSOCl2 cell and battery systems to above industry standards. To design, specify and procure manufacturing equipment as required. Implementation of Lean Six Sigma Techniques. To improve systems and generate work instructions, documentation and procedures. To enable Ultralife to be able to market a low cost, high quality and reliable portfolio of Chinese products. Also responsible for obtaining ISO 9001 and ISO accreditation. Responsible for 300 plus employees.
Schlumberger Oilfield Services, Power Source Products
February 2003-January 2007
Manufacturing and Technology Transfer Manager
Main responsibilities:
Responsible for designing and specifying the manufacturing facility, including equipment specification, procurement and staff training. Transferring cell and battery technology (LiSOCl2) from the USA (ECO/Tracer Technology) to the UK. Implementation of Lean Six Sigma techniques. Equipment specification and selection for rechargeable lithium polymer system for down hole use. Also responsible for H&S, IS and IPPC regulations and application.
Ultralife Batteries (UK) Ltd
June 1994-February 2003
Director of Manufacturing
Production Manager
Main responsibilities:
To ensure best practice in processes and systems and to further promote the 'one company' ethos. To manage, and implement, a major change program with the introduction of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and a three-shift system. To increase internal and external customer/supplier service and value by eliminating waste throughout the value stream.
TI Group PLC
June 1992-June 1994
Production Manager
Main responsibilities:
To prepare the Company for sale. This entailed maximizing the output from the facility whilst maintaining total quality and the introduction of a second shift. The introduction of quality circles, focusing on team building and developing individuals full potential to assist in providing tangible quality and cost improvements.
Dowty Group PLC
April 1988-June 1992
Production Manager
Production Foreman
Main responsibilities:
Transferred from the JP233 program to manage the lithium cell and battery systems namely lithium manganese dioxide, lithium sulphur dioxide and lithium iron disulfide. To change the focus of the lithium systems from development to production and replace the JP233 as the new cash generator. Heavily involved in obtaining the Companies ISO 9001 approval. Also responsible for Health and Safety, fire, security and facilities management.
Venture Technology Ltd
October 1983-April 1988
Production Foreman
Process Supervisor
Process Technician
Main responsibilities:
To set up a manufacturing facility for the production of the JP233 mercury cadmium battery system. This program was primarily for the UK MOD and meant achieving, working to and maintaining the AQUAP1 military quality standard. Responsible for the selection, recruitment and line management of operators employed on this program.
Training:
Effective Selling Techniques Applied Marketing Techniques 1992
Microsoft Office/Project 98 IPS 1998
Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor RGIT Safety Management Services 1999
Lean Manufacturing Smallpeice Enterprises Ltd. 2000
Internal QA Auditor Ultralife 2002
QHSE Schlumberger in house, continuous
Internal and external QA Auditor Schlumberger 2005
Minitab statistical software Schlumberger 2005
Qualifications:
BTEC Certificate in Management Studies. College of Further Education 1988-1989
BTEC Diploma in Management Studies. Brookes University 1990-1992
NEBOSH Certificate in Health and Safety. University of Portsmouth 1995-1996
Laser Safety Advisor. Royal Institute of Physics London 1998
Diploma in Business Excellence. Newcastle University 2000-2001
IOSHH Health and Safety Certificate. Abingdon College of Further Education 2002
IOSHH Health and Safety Certificate. Schlumberger 2005
Black Belt Lean Six Sigma. Lean Six Sigma Institute, Houston and Paris 2005-2006
Personal Information:
Nationality: British
Date of Birth: 13th February 1965
Marital Status: Married
Interests:
Sailing (dinghy and yachts), fishing, DIY, woodworking, gardening, travel, reading, designing and building a house, small beach resort, KTV bar and restaurant in the Philippines (Cebu), home computing, learning Mandarin and Tagalog.
References
Brian S. Vainder
Manager
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Brian_Vainder@gmail.com
