Lubomir Valovic

Business Improvement Manager @Metrie

Calgary, AB, CA

As a Business Improvement Manager at Metrie Manufacturing, I spearhead the Operational Excellence program across six MDF and MFG facilities. Leveraging Lean methodologies and a robust Quality Assurance and Control program, I oversee the optimization of operational processes, enhancing production effectiveness, and implementing best practices to align with strategic business goals and fulfill customer requirements. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Manufacturing, I engage closely with plant leadership to develop and execute robust continuous improvement and quality strategies.• Collaborating with leadership to develop an Operational Excellence roadmap and strategic long-term plan, driving continuous improvement initiatives and aligning with organizational objectives.• Leading both existing and new business improvement programs, facilitating targeted strategic planning discussions.• Guiding groups to implement changes for OEE optimization and cost savings.• Managing real-time data integration into existing processes and spearheading the implementation of new technologies for productivity enhancement.• Driving production efficiency through championing measurement and control systems and leading Lean projects.• Advocating for and implementing change management processes to foster business improvement and continuous enhancement.• Developing and implementing a stringent Quality Control and Assurance program to uphold high product standards.• Creating and managing comprehensive training programs for new employee on-boarding and continuous learning initiatives for existing staff.• Implementing training and mentoring programs for Lean practitioners, facilitating their progress in waste identification and elimination.• Designing and optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and elevate product quality.• Utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and other process engineering methodologies to reinforce Operational Excellence.\"

University of Zilina

Bachelor's degree , Industrial Engineering and Quality Management