R I C K E Y D I X
North Andover
Summary
Dedicated leader with over 14 years in manufacturing and safety management. Achieved a 25% boost in processing efficiency and delivered 250,000 circuit cards annually while managing a $25 million budget under projections. Expertise in Lean Six Sigma and cross-functional team leadership drives operational excellence and compliance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Value Stream Manager
RAYTHEON
Andover
01.2026 - Current
- Establishing new manufacturing processes utilizing Lean Six Sigma to increase production output of Patriot shelters by 100% annually
- Deploying visual factory into final assembly operations, leading to increased efficiency, while developing a new culture of self-directed union labor force employees
- Integrated Patriot Radar final assembly line into factory operations, managing hiring of Assembler B’s and Test A Technicians within new cross-functional team
- Adjusted supply chain and MRP demand using front end experience in circuit card manufacturing, improving material delivery rates and increasing velocity in factory operations at final assembly
- Managed Hardware Integration Center operations
- Built strong relationships with DCMA and MDA representatives during rigorous audits and final sale walk-through process
Battalion Master Gunner
MASSACHUSETTS NATIONAL GUARD
Danvers
10.2018 - Current
- Supervised over 50 members in executing operations across state and international locations, ensuring mission success and operational effectiveness
- Led development initiatives for Soldiers and young leaders, enhancing leadership capabilities and readiness
- Focused on Soldier welfare through career guidance and education counseling, fostering personal and professional growth
Value Stream Manager
RAYTHEON
Andover
11.2023 - 01.2026
- Directed a team of 100+ employees, overseeing the integration of Lean Manufacturing principles which improved processing efficiency by 25% and led to over 250k circuit cards being delivered annually
- Developed an analytics-driven Power BI system optimizing machine & employee utilization, leading to a 12% increase in output capacity
- Managed cross functional teams to execute production plans, achieving a 98% on-time delivery rate consistently
- Implemented tiered accountability structure, reducing operational downtime by 20% and increasing productivity by 15%
- Led continuous improvement projects, achieving a 15% reduction in manufacturing defects
- Managed the annual budget of $25 million, consistently coming in under budget by at least 5% of projected expenses through meticulous expenditure tracking
- Streamlined hiring and onboarding processes for Assembler C’s, Engineering, Manufacturing Technicians, and Cell Lead Supervisors
- Circuit Card Manufacturing
Senior Production Supervisor
RAYTHEON
Andover
11.2018 - 11.2023
- Planned and established work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to achieve production goals
- Coordinated operations and activities with other supervisors across departments
- Enforce safety and sanitation regulations
- Keep records of employees' attendance and hours worked
- Resolved worker problems, complaints, and grievances through collaboration with management and subordinates
- Maintain operations data, such as time, production, and cost records, and prepare management reports of production results through Visual Factory and Integrated Manufacturing Intelligence
- Produced circuit cards to meet production specifications
Platoon Sergeant
UNITED STATES ARMY (Active Duty)
Fort Stewart
04.2011 - 10.2018
- Focused on Soldier welfare, fostering trust, teamwork, and job satisfaction within the unit
- Modeled dedication to mission accomplishment, ensuring timely completion of objectives
- Executed assignments thoroughly while prioritizing sound and thoughtful decision-making
Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Business
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
LYNCHBURG, VA06-2018
Business Administration - Economics
FLAGLER COLLEGE
ST. AUGUSTINE, FL05-2010
Skills
- Value stream mapping
- Process optimization
- Lean manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Critical chain
- Production planning
- Visual management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Microsoft Office
- Raytheon CORE Certified
- Security Clearance: Secret
- Employee training
- Leadership training
Timeline
Value Stream Manager
RAYTHEON
01.2026 - Current
Value Stream Manager
RAYTHEON
11.2023 - 01.2026
Senior Production Supervisor
RAYTHEON
11.2018 - 11.2023
Battalion Master Gunner
MASSACHUSETTS NATIONAL GUARD
10.2018 - Current
Platoon Sergeant
UNITED STATES ARMY (Active Duty)
04.2011 - 10.2018
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Business
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Business Administration - Economics
FLAGLER COLLEGE