Jack Cavanaugh

Director of Operations @Ellsworth Adhesives

Sparks, NV, US

Responsible for the Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, and Industrial Automation), Purchasing, and Production departments at Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions (EDS). Brands supported include Fluid Research, MoldMan, and Develops the manufacturing and/or operating strategy for a Business Unit(s) or Location(s).· Establishes plans and procedures for maintaining high standards of operations to ensure that products and procedures conform to established customer and company quality standards.· Leads safety initiatives and works in conjunction with the safety team to establish and maintain policies and programs to assure a safe working environment.· Formulates and recommends policies and programs that guide the Business Unit/Location in maintaining and improving its competitive position and the profitability of the operation.· Sets key performance indicators (KPIs) for managing performance of each functional department, reviews status and makes adjustments as needed.· Coaches, mentors and develops talent within the teams.· Develops and sustains a continuous improvement process to reduce costs, increase quality and customer satisfaction using Lean methodologies and tools.· Makes and timely implements critical decisions following company practices.· Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, layout of equipment, and workspace for maximum efficiency· Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.· Performs full range of people-management responsibilities, including making final decisions regarding hiring, disciplinary actions, performance management, compensation decisions, coaching and development.

UMN Carlson School of Management

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance, General

University of North Dakota

Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering