Gideon Fojas

Large Factory Manager @Howmet Aerospace

Dallas-Fort Worth, TX, US
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WORK HISTORY

Jan 2024 — Present

Large Factory Manager @Howmet Aerospace

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Waco, TX, US

General manager of a $101M metal forming factory manufacturing specialized fasteners for various industries, including but not limited to rail, automotive, truck, and automation.

EDUCATION

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Indiana University Bloomington

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General

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University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Bioengineering

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Indiana University Bloomington

Master of Science - MS, Strategic Management

SKILLS

Six SigmaQuality AssuranceKanbanAircraftCross-Functional Team LeadershipSpcOperational ExcellenceLeadershipLean ThinkingTrainingEngineeringKaizenAerospaceSupply ManagementLean OperationsMinitabBusiness ProcessEngineering ManagementBusiness Process ImprovementQuality SystemOperations ManagementMaterials ManagementProject ManagementProject PlanningSupply ChainProgram ManagementSupply Chain ManagementStrategic SourcingAs9100Kaizen LeadershipManufacturing OperationsP&L ManagementManagementTeam BuildingMro ManagementMrpTransition ManagementOem ManagementProcess EngineeringToyota Production System

ABOUT GIDEON FOJAS

Excellence is the unlimited ability to improve the quality of what you have to offer.” ―Rick PitinoHello! My name is Gideon J.O. Fojas and I an expert in managing all aspects of lean manufacturing and operations management, leading change improvement initiatives for processes and units, and developing cohesive, high-performing teams.I am adept at achieving short and long term business goals by implementing Lean Six Sigma principles. I am skilled in resolving complex issues by conducting root cause analyses, taking preventive measures, and implementing suitable solutions. Additionally, I have a successful track record of effectively coordinating with functional groups of an organization to drive significant contributions.I have been recognized for developing high performance teams by applying lean and continuous improvement principles. Additionally, I am attentive to detail and have the ability to multitask in a competitive and fast-paced environment.Here are some of my career highlights- Increased On Time Delivery Rate 88.8% to 93.62%- Increased Return on Sales 17.7% to 24.5%- Reduced Turnaround Time from 30.82 to 26.45 days- Increased EBIT $2.35M to $3.38M- Decreased overtime rate 20.46% to 9.66%- Reduced Hours Per Part (HPP) 8.32 to 7.63- Reduced Cost of Poor Quality $2.9k/mo to $1.3k/mo- Decreased overtime rate 22.5% to 15.8%.While others take pride in meeting all standards set before them, my passion is to deliver results that go beyond organizational expectations, creating a win-win scenario for everyone involved.I am proficient in leveraging key business drivers to identify trends, interpret results, and simplify reporting to accomplish business targets. Additionally, I possess solid leadership and program support skills.Please feel free to contact me at g••••••••@gmail.com with any thoughts, comments, or questions about my work. I’m always interested in making new professional acquaintances.

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