Mitchell Stone
Kelowna,BC
Summary
Accomplished Mechanical Engineer with 20 years of career progression in Project/Operations Management, manufacturing, and production. Proven effective leader skilled in development and oversight of high-performing, multi-disciplined, and quality-oriented teams. Adept problem solver, employing creativity and innovation to overcome challenging and complex issues across employees, processes, and costs. Focused and meticulous in all design and development objectives to strategically plan and execute projects. Outstanding communicator and well-versed in employee, vendor, and partner relations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
KXI Wildertec
06.2020 - 07.2024
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Promoted innovation within project teams, encouraging exploration of new designs and methodologies to enhance project outcomes.
- Enhanced project visibility, implementing dashboard and reporting tools for real-time progress monitoring.
- Sourced, vetted, and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines, coordinating team efforts and prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Communicated regularly with senior management on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Successfully managed engineering and technical staff simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and alignment with organizational goals.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
Operations Manager
PRE Labs Body Armor
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Responsible for overseeing the manufacturing and design teams.
- Optimized organizational operations and facilitated decision-making by examining problem-solving concepts.
- Controlled and maintained production planning for daily, weekly, and monthly outputs.
- Source and select production equipment.
- Recruiting and hiring of new manufacturing staff.
Operations Manager
Canadian Commercial Vehicles, CCV
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Supervised the engineering department and Production Managers.
- Developed project management roadmap to define project objectives, timelines, and milestones.
- Hired all new engineering and manufacturing staff.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Oversaw production schedules for multiple product lines and projects.
- Maximized productivity and management systems by establishing specific goals and managing operations.
- Maintained and approved Bills of Materials and quotes for all customers products.
- Assisted sales department in monthly and yearly forecasting.
- Managed relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Product Development Engineer
Canadian Commercial Vehicles, CCV
01.2006 - 12.2017
- Designed lightweight composite panels and assemblies.
- In charge of numerous products and projects from initial concept, through the design and development cycle, to prototype and production.
- Responsible for controlling and recording all design and engineering documentation.
- Integral part of the sales development team as the lead engineer communicating with customers and potential clients to assist in designing products and solutions for their needs.
- Traveled throughout North America to support customers with product installation on site.
- Assisted in the setup of 50,000 sq ft manufacturing facilities in Eastern Canada and Mexico.
- Researched and recommended improvements to product development plans.
- Determined project costs, timelines, and limiting factors.
Design Technician
Pacific Safety Products Inc
01.2004 - 12.2005
- Worked in the product development group as a Design Technician.
- Created SolidWorks models and drawings for medical and body armour products.
- Responsible for the design and testing of project components as well as Bill of Materials creation and detailed product assembly instructions.
- Integral part of new product design and launch into industry.
- Assisted the ballistics lab in testing of new and current products.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Okanagan University College
Kelowna, BC 09.2000 - 2004.04
Skills
Project Management
Product Design
Detail Oriented
Innovation
Complex problem solving
Work Planning and Prioritization
Product Development
Vendor Sourcing
Budgeting and forecasting
SolidWorks
Visual manufacturing software
Microsoft Office Suite
Community Involvement
· Big Brothers Kelowna 2010 – 2012
· Knox Mountain Hill Climb 1990 – 2010
Timeline
Project Manager
KXI Wildertec
06.2020 - 07.2024
Operations Manager
PRE Labs Body Armor
01.2020 - 04.2020
Operations Manager
Canadian Commercial Vehicles, CCV
01.2017 - 12.2019
Product Development Engineer
Canadian Commercial Vehicles, CCV
01.2006 - 12.2017
Design Technician
Pacific Safety Products Inc
01.2004 - 12.2005
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Okanagan University College
09.2000 - 2004.04
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