Sylvain Cousin
About Sylvain Cousin
Sylvain Cousin is a production manager and continuous improvement specialist at Berry Global, Inc., with extensive experience in international project management and operational scaling. He has a strong background in mechanical engineering and has successfully implemented management strategies to enhance production processes.
Current Role at Berry Global, Inc.
Sylvain Cousin has been serving as Responsable de Production/Amélioration Continue at Berry Global, Inc. since 2014. In this role, he focuses on production management and continuous improvement initiatives. His responsibilities include overseeing production processes and implementing strategies to enhance operational efficiency. He has been instrumental in reorganizing production workshops, emphasizing process improvements and effective management strategies.
Professional Experience at SOFITEC
Prior to his current position, Sylvain Cousin worked at SOFITEC from 1999 to 2005. He held the role of Chef de Projet, where he managed various industrial projects. His experience at SOFITEC included a year of project management in Slovakia, which contributed to his international project management skills. This role allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of project execution and team leadership.
Education and Qualifications
Sylvain Cousin holds a Master's degree in mechanical engineering, which he obtained from BENG mechanical from 1995 to 1998. He also earned a DUT in mechanical and production engineering from Université Paris Sud (Paris XI) between 1992 and 1995. His educational background provides a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices, which he applies in his professional roles.
Continuous Learning and Development
Sylvain Cousin is committed to continuous professional development. He has been studying at Lean Perf since 2014, focusing on lean management principles. Additionally, since 2019, he has participated in internal training at BDP chez RPC, achieving the 7 Habits. He is also studying leadership through a coaching company, where he is mastering the art of leadership. This ongoing education reflects his dedication to enhancing his skills in operational and continuous improvement.
Management Approach and Skills
Sylvain Cousin employs a management approach that balances close oversight with personal development and rigorous objective tracking. His bilingual proficiency in English and extensive international experience enable him to effectively manage cross-cultural teams. He has successfully reorganized production workshops, demonstrating his commitment to performance improvement and operational excellence.