Trace Tandy
Vice President of Operations at Great Western Manufacturing | Kansas City Metropolitan Area
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Trace Tandy serves as the Vice President of Operations at Great Western Manufacturing, where he leverages his extensive expertise in lean manufacturing to drive transformative initiatives across various sectors, including automotive, industrial, medical, and telecommunications. With a robust background in both high-volume, repetitive environments and low-volume, high-mix job shops, Trace has honed his ability to adapt lean principles to diverse manufacturing landscapes. His current role encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including leading engineering teams, spearheading new product development, and crafting strategic manufacturing and supply chain initiatives that align with the company's growth objectives.
One of Trace's key projects at Great Western Manufacturing has been the implementation of a comprehensive lean transformation program, which has significantly enhanced operational efficiency and reduced waste across the organization. By utilizing methodologies such as Kanban and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), he has fostered a culture of continuous improvement that empowers employees at all levels to contribute to process enhancements. Additionally, Trace's expertise in materials management and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) has been instrumental in optimizing supply chain strategies, ensuring that production schedules are met without compromising quality.
With a keen focus on policy development and the application of Poka Yoke techniques, Trace is dedicated to minimizing errors and maximizing productivity. His leadership not only drives operational excellence but also positions Great Western Manufacturing as a competitive player in the market. As he continues to innovate and refine processes, Trace remains committed to fostering a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and problem-solving, ultimately leading to sustainable growth and success for the organization.
Vice President of Operations at Great Western Manufacturing in January 2016 to Present
Vice President - Manufacturing at ATC Truck Covers in June 2014 to January 2016
Director at The Rehabilitation Institute of Kansas City in June 2013 to October 2015
Vice President - Manufacturing at Milbank Manufacturing Co in October 2010 to January 2014
Plant Manager at Milbank Manufacturing Company in August 2004 to September 2010
President at Tandy and Associates, Inc. in June 2003 to August 2004
Plant Manger at Morton Metalcraft, Inc. in September 2002 to June 2003
Plant Manager at Coraza Systems in January 2001 to April 2002
Plant Manager at Albion Industries, Inc. in May 1997 to January 2001
Plant Manager at Reese Products, Inc. in December 1993 to May 1997
Operations Manager / Sales Manager at Fayette Tubular Products, Inc. in May 1990 to December 1993
Assistant to the Chairman and President at S&H Fabricating and Engineering, Inc. in May 1985 to May 1990
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Supply Chain Management
Policy
Strategy
Lean Manufacturing
Continuous Improvement
Manufacturing
Value Stream Mapping
Kanban
Kaizen
Operations Management
5S
Toyota Production System
TPM
Strategic Planning
Team Building
Manufacturing Operations
JIT
Inventory Management
Leadership
Purchasing
Change Management
Business Process Improvement
Engineering
Process Improvement
Supply Chain
Cross-functional Team Leadership
Manufacturing Operations Management
Root Cause Analysis
Organizational Development
Cellular Manufacturing
TQM
Quality Management
Poka Yoke
Manufacturing Engineering
FMEA
Materials Management
Design for Manufacturing
5 Why
APQP
Supplier Quality
PPAP
SMED
Operational Excellence
DMAIC
Lean Transformation
Quality System
SPC
Black Belt
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Discover more about Great Western ManufacturingWhat is Trace Tandy email address?
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Trace Tandy phone number is +18163775511 and +17343239336.
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To contact Trace Tandy send an email to [email protected]. If you want to call Trace Tandy try calling on +18163775511 and +17343239336. (updated on September 13, 2024)
What company does Trace Tandy work for?
Trace Tandy works for Great Western Manufacturing
What is Trace Tandy's role at Great Western Manufacturing?
Trace Tandy is Vice President of Operations
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Trace Tandy works in the Industrial Machinery Manufacturing industry.
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