Francois Sagna
Director of Batch and Furnace Operations @Arc
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Batch and Furnace Operations @Arc
Provide strategic oversight and leadership to the batch and furnace operations department, ensuring the delivery of high-quality glass products within specifications, budgetary constraints, and designated timelines, utilizing project management skills. • Leverage new technology to implement improved data capturing and reporting systems, enabling data-driven decision-making for enhanced operational efficiency and quality control, utilizing analytical skills. • Establish new key performance indicators (KPIs) and benchmark quality standards, driving continuous improvement and ensuring alignment with organizational goals, utilizing project management and analytical skills. • Streamline the supply chain by sourcing 50% of refractory materials directly from suppliers, resulting in cost savings and improved availability, showcasing decision-making and manufacturing expertise. • Collaborate with the engineering team to identify and implement upgrades in batch house operations, significantly improving efficiency and productivity, and utilizing project management skills. • Lead in-house workforce to plan and repair forehearths, reducing reliance on subcontracting and resulting in cost savings. i.e $80k in 2023 • Promote internal talent within the department, cultivating a culture of growth and retaining key personnel in critical positions, showcasing management abilities. • Use data analysis techniques to analyze data, trends and identify clear relationships between furnace efficiency and parameters. • Demonstrated an unwavering dedication to fostering a safety-first culture, resulting in a remarkable track record of zero incidents involving lost time throughout my tenure.
EDUCATION
Temple University
BS, Mechanical Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT FRANCOIS SAGNA
Experienced engineering and operations leader with 14+ years of success in program…
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