Duandre A. Drain

Senior Process Improvement Manager - Quality Teaming Leader Flight Deck Leader @GE Aerospace

Edinburg, TX, US
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WORK HISTORY

Apr 2017 — Present

Senior Process Improvement Manager - Quality Teaming Leader Flight Deck Leader @GE Aerospace

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McAllen, TX, US

The purpose of the Senior Manufacturing Improvement Manager - Quality role is to develop and lead projects focused on manufacturing process improvement and to ensure that our GE products are manufactured with the highest quality, at the lowest cost and with the shortest lead time. A Senior Process Improvement Manager must have a seasoned and deep understanding of lean, six sigma and process improvement concepts, approaches and methodology. • Drive lean manufacturing activities at a global or local level including methods, tools, roadmap systems, elaboration, and Digital deployment • Manage industrial improvement projects including process improvement, green field, revamp-up or extension, localization of manufacturing activities, etc. • Coach, mentor and train others in the concepts and tools around process improvement • Develop and implement lean strategies • Work on complex technological solutions • Solve issues and develop new solutions that require usage of lean methods and approaches • Present Teaming & Lean product / program strategies, lean roadmaps, risks and recommendations to senior leaders (EB and SEB) across GE • Communicate recommendations and solutions across direct organization and with cross-functional partner organizations

EDUCATION

N/A

Indiana University Bloomington

Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Biology

2015 — 2016

Oakland City University

Master's of Science in Strategic Management, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

2016 — 2020

Oakland City University

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Organizational Management - Public / Non-Profit

2017 — 2017

South Texas College

Spanish Language and Literature

2026

Oakland City University

Master of Business Administration - MBA

SKILLS

Collective BargainingKaizenLean Six SigmaTeam LeadershipJit ProductionPpapContinuous ImprovementManagementTeam BuildingTrainingLogisticsChange ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisDmaicOperational ExcellenceManufacturing EngineeringQuality ManagementLeadershipKanbanProject PlanningStatistical Process Control (Spc)Project ManagementManufacturing OperationsIsoBusiness Process ImprovementTqmQuality Control5sTpmManufacturingFmeaToyota Production SystemSupply Chain ManagementJitAutomotiveProcess SchedulerValue Stream MappingProcess ImprovementPoka YokeVoice of the Customer

ABOUT DUANDRE A. DRAIN

As the CEO of Drain Corporation, LLC, I oversee a dynamic portfolio of businesses that operate across publishing, organizational management consulting, and strategic planning. By leveraging my Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification and a deep understanding of process improvement, I focus on optimizing resource allocation to drive operational efficiency and strategic growth across all subsidiaries. My leadership approach emphasizes fostering innovation, maintaining compliance with industry standards, and unlocking value for stakeholders. With over 25 years at Toyota, GE Aerospace, and Chrysler (Daimler), I contributed to global manufacturing advancements through lean initiatives, industrial improvement projects, and regulatory alignment. My mission is to empower organizations to achieve sustainable growth and operational excellence by championing collaboration, delivering strategic insights, and upholding a commitment to quality.

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