Rizk Ghafari
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Carlos Pozas
It is with great pleasure that I write this recommendation for Rizk Ghafari as he is, has been, and will be a true asset for any Company he may work for. During my first year working for Goodman in 2011 as a Quality Manager, I reported to Rizk Ghafari as a dotted line. I consider myself very fortunate to have worked for him during the time Rizk was the VP of operations in Houston, TX. John Quincy Adams once said:
Mark Oland
Rizk, through his vision and proven leadership, was the driving force in turning a struggling factory into a company leader. His leadership, coaching and high expectations for his direct reports produced these results in a very short time. I personally accomplished tasks quicker and with better quality than I thought possible. His message of "Assume Nothing" holds true in every business, and one that I use everyday in my professional career. His passion for the business and his commitment to the customer is without equal, and from a technical point of view he is by far the most intelligent leader I have ever worked for. If you are looking for a results driven Sr, Leader, one that posses business and technical skills, than I highly recommend you discuss your opportunity with Rizk. He will make a difference on your organization.
Carlos Pozas
It is with great pleasure that I write this recommendation for Rizk Ghafari as he is, has been, and will be a true asset for any Company he may work for. During my first year working for Goodman in 2011 as a Quality Manager, I reported to Rizk Ghafari as a dotted line. I consider myself very fortunate to have worked for him during the time Rizk was the VP of operations in Houston, TX. John Quincy Adams once said:
Mark Oland
Rizk, through his vision and proven leadership, was the driving force in turning a struggling factory into a company leader. His leadership, coaching and high expectations for his direct reports produced these results in a very short time. I personally accomplished tasks quicker and with better quality than I thought possible. His message of "Assume Nothing" holds true in every business, and one that I use everyday in my professional career. His passion for the business and his commitment to the customer is without equal, and from a technical point of view he is by far the most intelligent leader I have ever worked for. If you are looking for a results driven Sr, Leader, one that posses business and technical skills, than I highly recommend you discuss your opportunity with Rizk. He will make a difference on your organization.
Carlos Pozas
It is with great pleasure that I write this recommendation for Rizk Ghafari as he is, has been, and will be a true asset for any Company he may work for. During my first year working for Goodman in 2011 as a Quality Manager, I reported to Rizk Ghafari as a dotted line. I consider myself very fortunate to have worked for him during the time Rizk was the VP of operations in Houston, TX. John Quincy Adams once said:
Mark Oland
Rizk, through his vision and proven leadership, was the driving force in turning a struggling factory into a company leader. His leadership, coaching and high expectations for his direct reports produced these results in a very short time. I personally accomplished tasks quicker and with better quality than I thought possible. His message of "Assume Nothing" holds true in every business, and one that I use everyday in my professional career. His passion for the business and his commitment to the customer is without equal, and from a technical point of view he is by far the most intelligent leader I have ever worked for. If you are looking for a results driven Sr, Leader, one that posses business and technical skills, than I highly recommend you discuss your opportunity with Rizk. He will make a difference on your organization.
Carlos Pozas
It is with great pleasure that I write this recommendation for Rizk Ghafari as he is, has been, and will be a true asset for any Company he may work for. During my first year working for Goodman in 2011 as a Quality Manager, I reported to Rizk Ghafari as a dotted line. I consider myself very fortunate to have worked for him during the time Rizk was the VP of operations in Houston, TX. John Quincy Adams once said:
Mark Oland
Rizk, through his vision and proven leadership, was the driving force in turning a struggling factory into a company leader. His leadership, coaching and high expectations for his direct reports produced these results in a very short time. I personally accomplished tasks quicker and with better quality than I thought possible. His message of "Assume Nothing" holds true in every business, and one that I use everyday in my professional career. His passion for the business and his commitment to the customer is without equal, and from a technical point of view he is by far the most intelligent leader I have ever worked for. If you are looking for a results driven Sr, Leader, one that posses business and technical skills, than I highly recommend you discuss your opportunity with Rizk. He will make a difference on your organization.
Experience
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Valicor
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United States
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Environmental Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Chief Operating Officer
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Jun 2020 - Present
Valicor is the largest provider of non-hazardous wastewater treatment services in North America. Valicor is the largest provider of non-hazardous wastewater treatment services in North America.
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TEAM, Inc.
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United States
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Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Executive Vice President of Global Engineering, Manufacturing & Mechanical Service Equipment
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Jan 2018 - Jun 2020
In addition to global Engineering and Manufacturing responsibilities, was asked to take on Mechanical Service Equipment to drive lean disciplines over 16 locations globally.
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Executive Vice President of Global Engineering and Manufacturing
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Dec 2016 - Jan 2018
Founded in 1973, TISI is a world-class service company that provides an array of specialty services related to the maintenance, inspection and construction of mechanical and piping systems in over 220 locations across 20+ countries.
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NOV
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United States
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Oil and Gas
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700 & Above Employee
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Vice President, Western Hemisphere Manufacturing & Russia
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2014 - Dec 2016
Recognized senior executive with excellent track record and demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic business initiatives as well as hands on, results-oriented leader with more than twenty years of domestic and international product development, product design engineering, project management and multi-plant manufacturing management experience in various medium to large organizations. Awarded on Dec. 2016 with NOV Wellbore Technologies Manufacturing Leadership Excellence Award for significant improvement in Safety, Quality, Speed, Efficiency and Innovation thru Lean systems & Automation. Show less
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Global Director of Advanced Manufacturing, Lean and Six Sigma
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2012 - 2014
Responsible for 13 manufacturing facilities globally (High Mix/Low Volume environment) to drive manufacturing optimization, lean/six sigma, advanced manufacturing processes and organizational development by utilizing proven techniques, new innovation as well as knowledge from inside and outside the Oil & Gas industry thru engagement, collaboration and sharing of best practices across the organization for standardization and consistency.
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Goodman Manufacturing
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Vice President of Operations
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2009 - 2012
Manage, design and implement a world class lean manufacturing strategy for the Houston cooling operations to grow market share and profitability. Responsible for over 50% of the total company revenue of over $1 Bil.
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Director of Operations
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2007 - 2009
Managed all production and manufacturing engineering operations required to assemble, test and ship over 700,000 units of 267 different models of Furnaces and Air Handlers
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Ford Motor Company
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United States
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Sr. Manager (ACH)
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2004 - 2007
Managed all production and manufacturing engineering operations required to assemble, test and ship over 6.3 Million units of 208 different models of heater cores, radiators and Injection Mold Air Handling departments. Responsible for a three shift operation, with 320 hourly and 38 salary workers generating over $116 Million annually. Achieved major annual productivity lean improvements Managed all production and manufacturing engineering operations required to assemble, test and ship over 6.3 Million units of 208 different models of heater cores, radiators and Injection Mold Air Handling departments. Responsible for a three shift operation, with 320 hourly and 38 salary workers generating over $116 Million annually. Achieved major annual productivity lean improvements
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Visteon Corporation
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United States
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Lean Production Manager
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2003 - 2004
Managed manufacturing operations, developed and implemented lean processes for a 151,000 sq. ft., 2 shift manufacturing area. Produced over 23,000 air handling units daily of over 100 different models, with annual revenue of over $216 Million. Responsible for 329 hourly, 14 salaried employees and controlled unit cost for 12 different product lines.
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Area Manager - International Service Assignment - Portugal
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2000 - 2003
International and Global Experience. Responsible for Scroll Compressor Manufacturing and Air Handler Operations in two different sites. Responsibilities for the two sites included:- Budget Setting and Control - Process Operational Excellence and New Model Program Launches- Responsible for Maintenance and Tooling Departments- Lean and 5S Implementation/training
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Ford Motor Company
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United States
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Ford College Graduate Program (FCGP)
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1995 - 2000
- 1995 to 1997 in product design and product development- 1997 to 2000 in production supervision, process engineering and Maintenance
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Product Development & In Process Test Engineer
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1991 - 1995
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Education
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2004 - 2004
IESE Business School
Executive Leadership Development Program -
2003 - 2006
Wayne State University
EMMP, Engineering Management Master Program (By Nomination Only) -
1989 - 1997
Lawrence Technological University
BSME, MEMS, Mechanical Engineering, Masters of Engineering in Manufacturing Systems -
Professional Engineer, Oct. 1994 - Part I (Pass)
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