Norrie Christie
About Norrie Christie
Norrie Christie is a Mechanical Industrialization Manager with extensive experience in production transfer and project management across various regions. He has held significant roles at companies such as Plexus Corp., Celestica, and Sanmina, and possesses expertise in Japanese methodologies and process automation.
Current Role at Plexus Corp.
Norrie Christie serves as the Mechanical Industrialization Manager at Plexus Corp. since 2016. In this role, he oversees the mechanical industrialization processes and coordinates production transfers from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) to Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS). His position is based in Neenah, Wisconsin, where he has contributed to various projects over the past eight years.
Professional Experience in Engineering Management
Norrie Christie has a robust background in engineering management, having held several key positions in notable companies. He worked at Sanmina as a Process Engineering Manager from 1997 to 2003 and later as an Engineering Manager from 2003 to 2005. His experience also includes roles at Celestica, where he served as a Process and Product Engineering Manager from 2009 to 2013 and as an NPI Engineer from 2005 to 2007. His career spans multiple countries, including the UK, Canada, and the United States.
Education and Technical Skills
Norrie Christie studied Mechanical Engineering at Angus Technical College from 1972 to 1976. He also attended Forfar Academy in Scotland. He possesses extensive knowledge of Japanese methodologies, including Kaizen (Lean), Just-In-Time (JIT), and 5S. His technical expertise includes process automation, having implemented both full and partial automation in various assembly processes.
Project Management Experience
Norrie Christie has significant project management experience, overseeing budgets that range from $10,000 to $8 million. He has managed engineering teams across the UK and Eastern European countries, demonstrating his ability to lead diverse teams in different geographical locations. His project management skills are complemented by his engineering background, allowing him to effectively coordinate complex projects.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Prior to his current role, Norrie Christie held various engineering positions, including Senior Process Engineer at Timex Group from 1981 to 1987 and Product Engineering Manager at Honeywell for six months in 2005. His experience at Celestica also includes roles as NPI and NCI Engineer, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of product development and engineering processes.