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R. Scott Matthews

Santan Valley,az

Summary

Results-driven Production Leader with experience optimizing production processes while building and working with successful teams. Proven success in implementing quality initiatives, continuous improvement, and waste elimination. Energetic Six Sigma Green Belt who can apply lean manufacturing and global supply chain management tools to increase bottom-line contributions. Strongly skilled in line startup, training, process implementation, customer service, and team leadership.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Manager

Dexcom
01.2023 - Current
  • Develop and initiate strategies to improve department and site efficiency, and financial performance to achieve the desired unit cost
  • Manage up to 350 team members and 10 supervisors in manufacturing sensors to support G6 CGMs and G7 CGMs
  • Provide guidance to site Factory Focus Groups in selecting, prioritizing, and monitoring the execution of key SQDC projects
  • Inspire and Engage Employees through compelling and consistent messaging, employee-focused programs, and a culture that brings out the best in our people.

Manufacturing Supervisor

Dexcom
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Direct the activities of up to 78 team members in manufacturing Continuous Glucose Monitors
  • Actively manage production operations that include G6 Robotic/Manual assembly and G7 Robotic Assembly while ensuring all team members engage in activities to promote a safe working environment and achieve KPI targets to service our patients
  • Continue to work to see the Strategic end of the business and plan accordingly.

Manufacturing Supervisor

QuietFlex
01.2019 - 11.2019
  • Direct the activities of 50 team members in the manufacturing and shipping of Flexible Ducting
  • Actively manage production operations to include Duct lines, Core lines, Assembly, Shipping, and Receiving
  • Ensure direct reports are engaged in plant KPI discussions and are focused on accomplishing them.

Manufacturing Supervisor

Tempur-Sealy
01.2015 - 01.2019
  • Manage production operations to include Foundation, Mattress build, Sewing, and Shipping and Receiving departments in a warehouse environment
  • Directed the scheduling and daily activities of 30 employees to achieve and exceed Safety, Quality, and Productivity KPIs.

Senior Operations Manager

Magellan Aerospace
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Manage production operations, including core production, molting, melting, knockout/saw, finish, x-ray, and heat treatment for Dry Sand and Greensand castings
  • Direct daily workflow of 10 supervisors and 160 team members to successfully execute strategic manufacturing operations in support of division key performance indicators (KPIs), profit and loss, and margin goals
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols.

Foundry Manager

Magellan Aerospace
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Managed a team tasked with making cores and molds; charging, operating, and tapping furnaces; pouring molten metal into molds; and chipping, grinding, and sandblasting of castings
  • Ensured adherence to specifications for all materials and products developed during the processing stage.

X-Ray Supervisor

Magellan Aerospace
01.2013 - 06.2013
  • Provided oversight of X-ray, Targeting, and Final inspection processes
  • Responsible for the NDT of Aerospace castings to ensure metallurgical and weld integrity.

Fabrication Manager

Viking Fabrication Services
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Directed projects from initiation to completion or clients including Simplex Grinnell, Western States Fire Protection, and RCI Systems.

Manufacturing Supervisor

L3 Warrior Systems
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Oversaw daily shift operations in performing initial tube and assembly tests, and final finish of imaging tubes used for night vision systems
  • Responsible for Department of Defense and commercial compliance testing to ensure on-time delivery of the final product.

Education

Professional Studies Program Degree -

Barry University
Miami, FL

Business Administration -

Glendale College
Phoenix, AZ

Business Administration -

Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO

Skills

  • Manufacturing Operations in Aerospace, Automotive, Electronic, and Medical
  • Process Improvements
  • Safety Compliance
  • Staff Management & Development
  • Structured Problem Solving
  • Organizational Communications
  • Scheduling
  • Fabrication

Timeline

Manufacturing Manager

Dexcom
01.2023 - Current

Manufacturing Supervisor

Dexcom
01.2020 - 01.2023

Manufacturing Supervisor

QuietFlex
01.2019 - 11.2019

Manufacturing Supervisor

Tempur-Sealy
01.2015 - 01.2019

Senior Operations Manager

Magellan Aerospace
01.2014 - 01.2015

Foundry Manager

Magellan Aerospace
01.2013 - 01.2014

X-Ray Supervisor

Magellan Aerospace
01.2013 - 06.2013

Fabrication Manager

Viking Fabrication Services
01.2012 - 01.2013

Manufacturing Supervisor

L3 Warrior Systems
01.2010 - 01.2012

Professional Studies Program Degree -

Barry University

Business Administration -

Glendale College

Business Administration -

Missouri Southern State University
R. Scott Matthews