Manufacturing Consultant & Fractional Executive Specializing in Plastics, Polymers, and Supply Chain Optimization

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Summary

This Manufacturing Consultant is a results-driven executive with a proven track record of transforming manufacturing operations, optimizing supply chains, and driving sustainable profitability. Spanning across plastics manufacturing, polymers, metals, product design and engineered materials, he has led organizations through strategic growth initiatives, cost-reduction programs, and operational turnarounds. He specializes in aligning people, processes, and technology to execute business objectives, ensuring agility in competitive markets in nearly every vertical segment that utilizes plastics or polymers. This Manufacturing Consultant has successfully scaled businesses, renegotiated global supply contracts with multimillion-dollar impacts, and developed high-value partnerships with some of the most influential OEMs on the planet. 

 

His career includes leadership roles in small, mid-sized, and large organizations, where he has consistently enhanced financial performance, restructured operations for scalability, and positioned businesses for long-term success.  

Highlights 

  • P&L Management / Strategic Planning
  • Revenue & Profitability Growth 
  • Supply Chain Optimization & Global Sourcing 
  • Lean Manufacturing & Process Improvement 
  • Cost Reduction & Contract Negotiation
  • Manufacturing & Engineering Leadership 
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership 
  • ISO & Regulatory Compliance (ISO 13485, 9001, IATF 16949) 
  • Plant Manager Experience 
  • Capital & Operating Budgets 
  • Six Sigma & Continuous Improvement

Plastics Processing Expertise 

  • Injection Molding & Tooling Optimization – Extensive experience in tool design, maintenance, and process optimization for high-volume production and rapid prototyping. 
  • Blow Molding & Injection Stretch Blow Molding (ISBM) – Spearheaded the launch of ISBM capabilities to align operations with market demands. 
  • Rotational Molding – Expertise in designing and optimizing rotomolding processes for durable, large-scale plastic components. 
  • Extrusion & Thermoforming – Knowledge of material formulations of engineered resins, material flow dynamics, die design, and downstream processing for various polymer applications. 
  • Resin Selection & Material Science – Expertise in engineering resins, commodity plastics, and elastomers, ensuring optimal material performance and cost efficiency. 
  • Process Automation & Robotics Integration – Implemented automation strategies to enhance production efficiency and reduce labor costs resulting in significant EBITA gains. 
  • Overmolding & Multi-Shot Molding – Specialized in complex molding techniques for medical, appliance, automotive, and industrial applications. 
  • Reshoring & Global Sourcing of Polymers – Deep supplier relationships across North America and Asia for competitive material procurement. 
  • ISO 13485 & ISO 9001- Compliant Manufacturing – Led the implementation of standardization for plastics operations in regulated industries, ensuring adherence to quality and compliance standards. 

Relevant Accomplishments 

  • Revitalized a manufacturing business, positioning it for long-term stability and revenue growth. Relaunched TyMick Polymers & Engineering Services as a critical supply chain partner for OEMs, implementing strategic sourcing and operational efficiencies that stabilized costs and improved customer retention. 
  • Generated over $30M in top-line growth while optimizing cost structures. Led commercial expansion efforts at Plastic Products Company, Inc., increasing EBITDA by 12%+ through strategic market penetration, cost reduction, and supplier renegotiations. 
  • Reduced COGS by 18% and labor overhead by 30% through automation and process standardization. At Caliber Products/Elastech Solutions, restructured the global supply chain, implemented lean manufacturing, and leveraged supplier relationships to secure a 22% raw material cost reduction. 
  • Rescued a failing $20M OEM contract by overhauling manufacturing workflows and supply chain strategies. Identified inefficiencies in production planning, material procurement, and quality control, ultimately restoring profitability and increasing on-time delivery rates to 98%. 
  • Recovered $4M in unrealized revenue through operational optimization. Diagnosed waste, contract inefficiencies, and workflow bottlenecks to improve financial performance and streamline production. 
  • Led ISO 13485 – 9001 compliant operations and automation initiatives to reduce reliance on capex-heavy investments. Ensured regulatory adherence while improving process efficiency in medical device manufacturing. 
  • Transformed underperforming teams into high-performing units through mentorship and leadership. Established a culture of accountability and continuous improvement across multiple organizations. 

 Roles 

  • Managing Director 
  • COO / Director of Operations & Sourcing
  • Executive Director
  • Director of Manufacturing Operations

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