Our Services
We help manufacturing companies get unstuck, scale efficiently and hit critical performance targets — with speed, clarity, and sustainable results.
Whether you need a seasoned leader to step in or strategic support to solve complex challenges, we’re ready to deliver.
Expertise that hits the ground running.
Options on How We Can Work Together
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EXPERT LEADERSHIP WHEN YOU NEED IT MOST
Is your team stretched thin?
Leadership gap slowing progress?
Key initiatives stalled or off course?When your operations are facing urgent challenges or leadership transitions, we step in to lead — not just manage. With deep experience from shop floor to C-suite, we take ownership fast and drive outcomes with precision.
What You Get:
An embedded, experienced leader with a proven track record
Immediate momentum on stalled projects or transformations
Calm, confident guidance through change and complexity
Full integration into your team with minimal ramp-up
Use Cases:
Sudden leadership vacancy
Facility expansion or new plant startup
Production line relocation (domestic & international)
Turnaround of underperforming operations
👉 👉 👉 We make it simple — You bring the need, we bring leadership, results and peace of mind.
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STRATEGIC SUPPORT & COACHING
Fix What’s Not Working. Strengthen What Is.
Missing your KPIs?
Scaling efforts hitting bottlenecks?
Need a clearer operational strategy or stronger culture of accountability?We partner with you to identify root causes, shape strategy and guide execution — building stronger systems and teams in the process.
What We Deliver:
Lean cultural transformation that sticks
Capacity increases without costly expansion
Cycle time, cost, and rework reductions
Data-driven management systems and KPI scorecards
Coaching for operational leaders to elevate performance
Let’s work together to:
Increase throughput without increasing headcount
Reduce complexity and improve reliability
Align your teams on clear goals and accountability
👉 👉 👉 Getting started is easy — We assess, prioritize and implement solutions tailored to your business, fast.
Let’s talk about where you are and what you need in a 60-minute complimentary discovery call.
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Let’s talk about where you are and what you need in a 60-minute complimentary discovery call. 〰️
Not sure which option fits?
Stephen created a dynamic, positive culture as a LEAN strategist. He hired a fantastic team. He managed the team expertly.
—President & CEO
Tailored engagements to fit your needs
Each engagement can be customized
to address your specific operational challenges and goals.
Lean Appraisal
Duration: 2-day event
Focus: Rapid assessment of Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Leadership effectiveness
In-depth evaluation of current operations
Identification of key areas for improvement
Strategic recommendations for next steps
Quick Hit Kaizen Event
Duration: 1 week
Objective: A structured, high-impact improvement initiative
Day 1: Introduction & Training
Day 2: Event Planning & Team Alignment
Day 3: Implementation & Problem-Solving
Day 4: Refinement & Adjustments
Day 5: Evaluation, Recommendations, & Action Plan
Continuing Lean Consulting
Objective: Long-term support for sustainable Lean culture
Development of a strong Gemba-driven culture
One Quick Hit Kaizen Event per month
Weekly Zoom check-ins for ongoing guidance & progress tracking
Full-Time Lean Consultant
Duration: On-site, 6-month commitments
Objective: Comprehensive Lean transformation and leadership integration
Hands-on implementation of Lean strategies
Coaching teams at all levels for lasting cultural shifts
Standardizing and optimizing global operations
Let's talk about your needs and goals in a complimentary 60-minute discovery call.
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Let's talk about your needs and goals in a complimentary 60-minute discovery call. 〰️
Proven Track Record of
Transformation and Execution
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Successfully led operations across the U.S., China, Japan, Dominican Republic, Korea, Eastern Europe and the Caribbean, delivering measurable gains in profitability, quality, and throughput.
Executed complex plant relocations and integrations, navigating global supply chains and cultural differences to deliver seamless transitions.
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Launched and scaled a U.S. photonics manufacturing site from ground up—site buildout, team recruitment, ITAR compliance and new product line development.
Built and led top-tier teams with a strong performance culture, combining operational excellence with innovative R&D.
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Directed due diligence and integration for multi-million-dollar acquisitions, delivering synergy realization and post-merger alignment.
Developed financial and operational models to evaluate, acquire, and seamlessly integrate businesses.
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Drove Lean transformations across industries: photonics, transportation robotics, defense, consumer goods, automotive.
Delivered:
50% reduction in warranty returns
42% improvement in on-time delivery
28% product cost reduction roadmap
$18M in annual savings via global lean projects
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Invented and patented an energy-saving product; led product development and secured venture capital funding.
Championed Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and built stage-gate product introduction systems that ensured smooth launches and manufacturing readiness.
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Achieved:
$6M operating profit increase at major multi-national corporation
$1.4M inventory reduction via SIOP
31% inventory reduction and 117% sales increase in 7 months at another multi-national corporation
Reduced shipping costs by 75% with Kanban systems