Jeff Owens
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Fred Gerber
I highly recommend for any Project Manager position . I had the pleasure of working closely with Jeff on many high profile projects. He has the unique ability to unite a team and utilize everyone's strengths achieve the desired project results, even with additional challenges of managing different locations and cultures. His project meetings are always well organized, information, energetic and managed in an easy to follow format. He always has a demeanor which encourages team members to be active participants. He also as extensive knowledge of all manufacturing processes which help to deliver results and timeline. Jeff would be an asset to any organization.
Kathy Street
I worked with Jeff for well over 20 years in different roles in the company. When I worked for him, his mentoring skills, steady leadership, knowledge and decision making skills allowed me to learn and progress in my job. Later we worked in different departments, but still worked together. Jeff possesses good analytical and problem solving skills. He is knowledgeable in all areas of quality, CAD, engineering processes, manufacturing processes, and project management. Jeff interacts very well with people gaining their respect quickly. Jeff adapted to each new job tittle, acquiring any skills he needed, and was successful in each one.
Fred Gerber
I highly recommend for any Project Manager position . I had the pleasure of working closely with Jeff on many high profile projects. He has the unique ability to unite a team and utilize everyone's strengths achieve the desired project results, even with additional challenges of managing different locations and cultures. His project meetings are always well organized, information, energetic and managed in an easy to follow format. He always has a demeanor which encourages team members to be active participants. He also as extensive knowledge of all manufacturing processes which help to deliver results and timeline. Jeff would be an asset to any organization.
Kathy Street
I worked with Jeff for well over 20 years in different roles in the company. When I worked for him, his mentoring skills, steady leadership, knowledge and decision making skills allowed me to learn and progress in my job. Later we worked in different departments, but still worked together. Jeff possesses good analytical and problem solving skills. He is knowledgeable in all areas of quality, CAD, engineering processes, manufacturing processes, and project management. Jeff interacts very well with people gaining their respect quickly. Jeff adapted to each new job tittle, acquiring any skills he needed, and was successful in each one.
Fred Gerber
I highly recommend for any Project Manager position . I had the pleasure of working closely with Jeff on many high profile projects. He has the unique ability to unite a team and utilize everyone's strengths achieve the desired project results, even with additional challenges of managing different locations and cultures. His project meetings are always well organized, information, energetic and managed in an easy to follow format. He always has a demeanor which encourages team members to be active participants. He also as extensive knowledge of all manufacturing processes which help to deliver results and timeline. Jeff would be an asset to any organization.
Kathy Street
I worked with Jeff for well over 20 years in different roles in the company. When I worked for him, his mentoring skills, steady leadership, knowledge and decision making skills allowed me to learn and progress in my job. Later we worked in different departments, but still worked together. Jeff possesses good analytical and problem solving skills. He is knowledgeable in all areas of quality, CAD, engineering processes, manufacturing processes, and project management. Jeff interacts very well with people gaining their respect quickly. Jeff adapted to each new job tittle, acquiring any skills he needed, and was successful in each one.
Fred Gerber
I highly recommend for any Project Manager position . I had the pleasure of working closely with Jeff on many high profile projects. He has the unique ability to unite a team and utilize everyone's strengths achieve the desired project results, even with additional challenges of managing different locations and cultures. His project meetings are always well organized, information, energetic and managed in an easy to follow format. He always has a demeanor which encourages team members to be active participants. He also as extensive knowledge of all manufacturing processes which help to deliver results and timeline. Jeff would be an asset to any organization.
Kathy Street
I worked with Jeff for well over 20 years in different roles in the company. When I worked for him, his mentoring skills, steady leadership, knowledge and decision making skills allowed me to learn and progress in my job. Later we worked in different departments, but still worked together. Jeff possesses good analytical and problem solving skills. He is knowledgeable in all areas of quality, CAD, engineering processes, manufacturing processes, and project management. Jeff interacts very well with people gaining their respect quickly. Jeff adapted to each new job tittle, acquiring any skills he needed, and was successful in each one.
Credentials
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Scrum: The Basics
LinkedInMay, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Certified Mechanical Inspector ASQ
ASQ
Experience
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Cross Technology Inc.
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United States
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Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Quality Assurance Manager
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Jan 2022 - Present
Machining, PIM and Cable Fab Machining, PIM and Cable Fab
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dormakaba Americas
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United States
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Wholesale Building Materials
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700 & Above Employee
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AVP - Project Management
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Sep 1990 - Jun 2021
Primary purpose is to manage and support the mission of the Project Management Office (PMO) with a focus on effectively planning, coordinating, monitoring and implementing complex, multi-functional projects • Improve the speed, timeliness and quality of project execution within the dormakaba culture in accordance with Prince 2 philosophies • Support the mission of the Project Management Office (PMO) focusing on effectively planning, coordinating, monitoring and implementing complex, multi-functional projects. • Facilitating the creation, tracking and execution of all types project plans; influencing key decisions on projects; developing and maintaining best practices that contribute to business case development and project plan • Support to Project Managers and the VP of the PMO by monitoring and reporting on performance against objectives • Interface with all processes of the business affected by the project including multiple departments, i.e PM's, end users, team leads, and Steering Committee • Facilitate and coordinate meetings to assure project goals and strategic corporate initiatives achieved • Establish governance and over sight project deliverables to assure adherence to the Project’s Business Case and quality standards • Closely interact with the Business and Financial Planning Groups to ensure consistency with corporate strategies contribute to the Business Roadmap align Experience • 29 years of experience in working in all areas of the business from manufacturing and Engineering to Segment Project Management in the Security Industry with strong emphasis in manufacturing (Diecasting, Plating, Finishing, Assembly, Automation, etc) • Handled daily challenges to ensure project outcomes meet stakeholder needs and expectations. • Acquired mutual trust and facilitate collaboration among team members breaking down silos. • Achieved certificates in Black belt and TOC training at the UTK • Completed training in the Principles of Prince 2 Show less
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dormakaba
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Switzerland
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Wholesale Building Materials
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700 & Above Employee
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Manufacturing Engineering Manager
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Jul 2013 - Oct 2016
Support manufacturing of Push Button Locks at the Kaba - Winston Salem location.Manage 1 manufacturing Engineer and 1 Continuous improvement Technician.Head up Lean initiatives such as 5S Program, Kaizen Events, Continuous improvement activitiesLeading the efforts in factory Automation.Implemented standard work instructions.Provide training programs in all lean efforts for all employees.Received The Lean TOC Enterprise Certificate from University Tennessee in 2013Received Business Analytics Certificate from University of Tennessee in 2014 (Black Belt Training)Received Industrial Ergonomics Certificate from The Ergonomics Center of North Carolina Show less
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Engineering Manager - R & D and Manufacturing
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Apr 2008 - Jul 2013
Manage the design and development of Lock Products. Deployed designs into manufacturing.Support manufacturing of products at KWS by reveiwing deviatons and troubleshooting line issues.Managed 6 engineering employees and 12 Toolroom employees and Supervisor.Implemented ECS tracking.Quoted contract workImplemented Value Engineering Program to reduce product costs.Standardized descriptions and part numbering schemes for products.
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Process Engineer
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Aug 1990 - Mar 2008
Implemented Process Controls for Diecast and Plating processes.Implemented Authorized Training Instructions for the assembly lines and make department AKA Standard WorkSet-up Engineering test lab, designed fixtures and testing equipmentPerformed root cause analysis to solve plating and diecast issues
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AT&T
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United States
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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Quality Auditor
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Jan 1985 - Dec 1990
Audited PCB's for telecommunication equipment to Blueprints and Government specifications. Utilized 105E sampling plans Verify component layout and connections on PCB's and testing. Programmed and inspected EPROMS for telecommunication equipment. Experience with mass soldering and surface mount components. Trained in SPC Techniques, Surface Mount Technology and Sampling Plans Audited PCB's for telecommunication equipment to Blueprints and Government specifications. Utilized 105E sampling plans Verify component layout and connections on PCB's and testing. Programmed and inspected EPROMS for telecommunication equipment. Experience with mass soldering and surface mount components. Trained in SPC Techniques, Surface Mount Technology and Sampling Plans
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RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company
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United States
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Tobacco Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Material Handler
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Apr 1985 - Dec 1985
Ordered Material for Packers and Makers Maintain Packers and makers for production lines Relief Operator for Line Positions Operated Case and Cutting equipment Ordered Material for Packers and Makers Maintain Packers and makers for production lines Relief Operator for Line Positions Operated Case and Cutting equipment
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Education
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2014 - 2014
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Certificate Business Analytics, Mathematical Statistics and Business Process Management -
2016 - 2016
Trimech Solutions,LLC
Solidworks Essentials 2016 -
2015 - 2015
The Ergonomics Center of North Carolina
Certificate of Completion 3.2 CEU, Industrial Ergonomics Process -
2013 - 2014
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Certificates, Lean TOC Enterprise and Business Analytics -
2013 - 2013
Forsyth Technical Community College
Certificate, Lean Manufacturing -
2008 - 2008
New Horizon Computer Learning Center
Certificate, Project Management -
1998 - 1998
ASQ
Certificate, Certified Quality Engineer Course -
1990 - 1990
Guilford Technical Community College
Aviation Sheet Metal/Structure Course, Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician -
1983 - 1984
Surry Community College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
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