Craig Corsi

About Craig Corsi

I\'m a passionate Lean Continuous Improvement Consultant dedicated to helping organizations unlock their full potential. With a proven track record of driving operational excellence and boosting profitability, I thrive on collaborating with business leaders to turn challenges into opportunities for growth.Over my career, I\'ve spearheaded numerous projects across a variety of industries, resulting in substantial cost savings, increased efficiency, and a culture of continuous improvement. From optimizing manufacturing processes to enhancing supply chain operations, I\'ve consistently delivered tangible results.My commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends, coupled with my ability to tailor solutions to meet unique organizational needs, has earned me the trust of clients and colleagues alike. I\'m also a certified Lean Champion and hold expertise in Lean methodologies and Continuous Improvement principles.By engaging, educating, and empowering teams, I create a culture where ideas flow freely, and everyone is empowered to contribute to the improvement process. Together, we identify bottlenecks, implement sustainable solutions, and foster a workplace culture centered around continuous learning and growth.I am always open to connecting with fellow professionals, thought leaders, and industry enthusiasts. Let\'s exchange ideas, explore potential collaborations, and collectively drive innovation to reshape the future of continuous improvement.

Experience

1. Lean Continuous Improvement Consultant

   Infinity Resources, Inc

   Jun 2015 — Present · Erie, PA, US

   Throughout my tenure with Infinity Professional as the Lean/Continuous Improvement Consultant, I have partnered with business owners and their leadership teams with the aim of boosting their organizations\' productivity, efficiency, and profitability. A key aspect of my role involves counselling corporate leaders on the benefits of embracing continuous improvement and lean manufacturing methodologies.Currently, I serve as a trusted advisor to four retainer clients, guiding them to improve manufacturing operations, inventory management, financial analysis, employee productivity, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.In the same capacity, I help dissect P&L statements, define KPIs, and create strategies for cost reduction and income growth.Highlights of my notable accomplishments in this position include: • Completed 75+ projects, resulting in a 30% increase in throughput, a 25% reduction in operational expenses, and a 10% rise in net income on average.• Pioneered a Lean Champion certification program for professionals seeking careers in continuous improvement and leadership.• Provided training and support to organizations in manufacturing, non-profit, service, and healthcare sectors in the Northeastern United States.• Led the implementation of the \"2 Second Lean\" philosophy to build a Lean Working Group focused on fostering a lean culture.• Managed multifaceted projects, including vendor negotiations, product costing assessments, ERP system implementations, and KPI development.• Published articles on lean methodologies, organizational leadership, and business culture.• Recognized as a senior-level authority, entrusted with resolving diverse business challenges.• Appointed as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, managing end-to-end recruitment processes for professional roles.

Education

• Gannon University

  B. A., Political Science

  1989 — 1993

• Gannon University

  M.B.A., Business Administration, Management and Operations

  1993 — 2002

Skills

• Program Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Management
• Team Building
• Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Operations Management
• Purchasing
• Process Improvement
• Lean Manufacturing
• Operational Excellence
• Kanban
• Leadership
• Training
• Business Process Improvement
• 5s
• Supply Chain
• Kaizen
• Forecasting
• Continuous Improvement