David J.

Grostic
2744 Providence Lane, Montgomery, IL 60538
H: 630-385-2389 C: 630-730-2413
dge1134e@westpost.net
SENIOR EXECUTIVE a" SITE OPERATIONS / SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT / LEAN MANUFACT
URING
A high-impact business leader with a strong record of achievements in highly com
petitive environments. Solid history of building high performance teams who gen
erate superior returns. A successful P & L manager, turning around under-perfor
ming operations where others have failed. Solid history of innovative leadershi
p, supply chain optimization, solving complex business problems, developing prod
uctive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and delivering exc
ellent products and services which exceed requirements and client expectations.
Extensive professional experience, including:

a Single & Multi-Plant General Management

a Global Logistics & Supply Chain Management
a Creating Business Plans & Financial Models
a Recruiting & Leading Talented Teams
a Managing Large Cross-Functional Projects
a Improving Key Processes & Productivity
a Using Lean & Six Sigma
a ISO9000 / QS9000 / Mil-Spec Programs
a Starting & Running New Production Facilities
a Develop & Plan New Product Introductions (NPI)
a Eliminating Waste & Boosting Efficiency
a Negotiating with Clients & Suppliers
a Building Major Account Relationships
a Strategic Growth, Planning & Execution
a Developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
a Financial Budgets with P&L Accountability

Professional Background
Control Solutions LLC Director of Operations Aurora, IL
2008 a" 10/2010 (RIF)
a Declined ML transfer after plant closure due to economic downturn. Joined CS
LLC, a privately held small start-up firm to support growth to next level. Sale
s peaked in FY2008 to $95mm heavily leveraged in military sector.
a Hired to replace retiring COO (50% co-owner and founder) after 6-9 month tran
sition. Then rebuild operations team to become World Class in all markets serve
d. Totally overhaul factory processes to be LEAN and flexible.
a Responsibilities included all Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Process
Engineering, Product Test, New Product Validation and Verification, Facilities,
Planning/Scheduling (ERP/MRP Oracle based), Warehouse & Inventory Control, Logi
stics, Quality Assurance (ISO/Mil-Spec/FDA/UL), Design for 6 Sigma Programs (NPI
), Reversed Logistics, Product Documentation/Work Instructions, developing and p
osting performance metrics.
a Operations portion of business is driven and managed to Key Performance Indic
ators (KPIs) and Lean Manufacturing methodologies. Our primary focus is on cont
inuous process improvement (CPI) and elimination of waste. Operations team has
saved over $700K since my arrival (2-4 Kaizen events completed per quarter).
a Company recently purchased in 2008 by large investment banking firm (Cerberus
) although sales have slowed.
a Completed Strategic Planning in July 2010. Implementation and Execution are
underway. Plan was to grow the business in key markets -- 50% Commercial/Medica
l and 50% Military/Aerospace.
ModusLink, Incorporated Site Director of Operations Carol Strea
m, IL 2003 a" 2008
a ModusLink (ML) is a division of CMGI, Inc. a $1.5 billion dollar supply chain
management, manufacturing and fulfillment company with 40 factories worldwide.
Modus Media International merged with CMGI, Inc. in 2004.
a Planned, led and coordinated plant start-up of $50mm lean manufacturing plant
. Fostered continuous process improvement culture. Earnings increased 8-12%.
Saved $8mm in operating cost over the 5 year period.
a Developed and executed strategy to grow business in North America by increasi
ng service and value offered to clients. Increased revenue from $27mm to $50mm
over the period. Created same day abuild and shipa model.
a Developed web based information portals to allow client/supply chain partners
live production information. Awarded Supplier Innovation Award in 2004. Clien
t Report Cards have averaged 5.58 Sigma during period.
Modus Media International Director of Business Management Salt Lake
City, UT 2001 a" 2003
a Responsible for Business Management of several large US based software accoun
ts located in California. Managed their entire supply chain (source, make, pack
age and fulfillment using 3PL partners).
a Developed scorecard performance strategy. Focused team on achieving key metr
ics impacting scorecard earnings payouts. Increased monthly scores to over 90%
over the period. Awarded $3.8mm unbudgeted profits through gain share agreement
s with clients.
a Modus Media International later merged with CMGI, Inc. to created ModusLink,
Incorporated noted above.
a Hand-picked by President of Americas Region to open new factory Carol Stream,
IL. Factory became fully operational in 45 days ahead of schedule and under-bu
dget. Seamless transition to our clients.
Dell Computer Corporation Senior Systems Engineering Manager Austin, TX
1999 a" 2001
a Led program office developing software/hardware solutions supporting Dell fac
tories globally. Team successfully launched and marketed over 70 new product pl
atforms in FY2000 growing server market by 50%.
SPX Corporation Site Director of Operations Auburn, IN
1998 a" 1999
a Plant Director for large $100mm aluminum die-cast division supporting the aut
omotive industry. Non-Union facility with 125 employees running 3 shifts 24/7.
Manufactured raw castings for Ford, GM and Honda Motors.
Clarostat Sensors & Controls Director of Operations
El Paso, TX / Juarez, Mexico 1994 a" 1997
a Managed 5 plants with more than 1500 employees. Directed plant consolidation
program. Closed 3 plants in US and moved operations to Mexican border. Reduce
d headcount by 1100 employees. Cut cost 40%.
a Acting President for 8 months in late 1994 posting record profits during peri
od. Plants later sold to Honeywell.
Chloride Power Electronics General Manager Rochester, NY
& Juarez, Mexico 1991 a" 1994
a Led turnaround of contract manufacturing division located in Juarez, Mexico.
Totally overhauled staff, product offerings, and sales/service levels. Grew re
venue 35% over the period. Lowering operating cost by 54%.
a Led engineering design team developing low cost power supply. Reduced develo
pment cycle to 5 weeks vs. 4 months. Sold $20mm in revenue to satellite TV comp
anies. Awarded Supplier of the Year Honors in 1992.
General Electric Company, Aerospace Burlington, V
T & Syracuse, NY 1985 a" 1991
Held several line and senior staff management positions in engineering, manufact
uring, supply chain management, contract administration and program management.
Code 1 Rated high potential employee during all years at GE. Left GE Aerospace
after sale of sector to Martin/Lockheed.
Digital Equipment Corp Buyer/Planner
Marlborough, MA 1984 a" 1985
US Air Force - Operations Officer (Captain), 351st Missile Wing, Strategic Air C
ommand 1979 a" 1984
Education & Affiliations
M. B. A. a" concentration in Operations, University of Missouri, Columbia, Misso
uri, 1983
B. A. a" Economics, Saint Michaelas College, Colchester, Vermont, 1979
Graduate of the prestigious GE Manufacturing Management Leadership Program (MMP)
, 1986
Blue Belt Certified in Lean Sigma Processes & Continuous Improvement Programs, 2
007
Numerous other courses/certifications in Lean Manufacturing, SPC, Design for 6 S
igma (DMAIC), ISO9000
Private Pilot and Member of Blue Sky Aero Club a" Morris, Illinois