Request Expert / Similar Expert
Click “request expert” for a free initial screening call with this expert or a similar expert regarding your expert consulting needs
Summary
This Senior Manufacturing Transformation Consultant is a hands-on Industrial Engineering Project Manager with 15+ years of experience leading plant relocations, facility startups, and large-scale capital projects in regulated manufacturing environments. Proven ability to execute end-to-end facility moves and production line transfers while maintaining operational continuity, minimizing downtime, and ensuring full compliance with FDA, OSHA, and EHS standards.
This Senior Manufacturing Transformation Consultant is an expert in site readiness, layout optimization, equipment relocation, utilities integration, and commissioning, with a track record of delivering complex transitions on time and within budget. Recognized for driving results through disciplined planning, risk mitigation, and tight coordination with operations, vendors, and executive leadership.
Highlights
- Plant Relocation & Facility Transition Execution
- Capital Projects & Site Readiness Planning
- Production Line Transfer, Installation & Commissioning
- Regulatory Compliance (FDA, OSHA, EHS)
- Facility Layout & Material Flow Optimization
- Vendor, Contractor Coordination
- SOPs & Factory Design
- Continuous Improvement (Lean Six Sigma)
- Food Processing & Packaging Technology
- Test Protocols & Risk Assessment
- Validation Processes
- Project Planning Tools
Relevant Accomplishments
- Led end-to-end facility setup and production line deployment for a $4M food-grade packaging operation, including layout design, equipment installation, utilities integration, and commissioning; achieved rapid ramp-up with minimal disruption to production targets.
- Directed large-scale facility and infrastructure programs (up to $45M), overseeing HVAC, boilers, chillers, process utilities, and automation systems; coordinated contractors and vendors from site preparation through operational launch.
- Executed equipment relocation, installation, and commissioning across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment with production schedules, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Partnered with operations leadership to maintain business continuity during major facility transitions, implementing phased move plans, detailed scheduling, and contingency strategies to mitigate downtime risk.
- Designed and optimized facility layouts and material flows, improving space utilization, reducing handling inefficiencies, and enabling scalable production capacity in new locations.
- Managed cross-functional teams and external contractors, ensuring all relocation activities met timeline, budget, and performance targets.
- Led vendor sourcing, contract negotiation, and execution for equipment, rigging, and facility upgrades, maintaining cost discipline and on-time milestone delivery.
- Implemented SOPs, validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ), and safety systems, ensuring smooth post-move stabilization and full compliance with food manufacturing regulations.
- Delivered measurable results including 9% cost reduction, 15% profitability improvement, and 20% OEE increase through process optimization and operational redesign.
Roles
- Project Management Consultant
- Engineering Project Manager
- Director of Engineering and Operations
- Product Development Manager
- Industrial Engineering Analyst
- Plant Operations Manager
Request Expert / Similar Expert
Click “request expert” for a free initial screening call with this expert or a similar expert regarding your expert consulting needs
To apply for this job email your details to haleymmagnani@gmail.com
