Randy Lea
About Randy Lea
Randy Lea serves as the Director of Operations at Faurecia, where he has worked since 2011, overseeing operations across five plants in Northern US and Canada. He specializes in inventory reduction and has a strong background in lean principles and kaizen activities.
Current Role at Faurecia
Randy Lea has served as the Director of Operations at Faurecia since 2011. He oversees operations in Northern US and Canada, managing a workforce of 1,100 employees. Under his leadership, the operations encompass five plants with a combined sales volume exceeding $850 million. His role involves ensuring operational efficiency and implementing strategies to enhance productivity across the facilities.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Before his current position, Randy Lea worked at Faurecia as a UAP and Production Manager from 2011 to 2013 in Columbus, Indiana. This role contributed to his foundational experience in operations management, preparing him for his subsequent responsibilities as Director of Operations.
Education and Expertise
Randy Lea studied at Indiana Wesleyan University, where he gained knowledge that supports his professional expertise. He specializes in inventory reduction through kanban methodology and has extensive experience in implementing lean principles and kaizen activities to improve operational efficiency.
Operational Achievements
Randy Lea has a track record of turning around underperforming areas within the operations he oversees. His focus on operational efficiency and employee management has led to positive results across the plants he manages, demonstrating his capability in enhancing performance in challenging environments.