Read what clients are saying about working with Optimize Operations President, David L. Gurbach:
Dave successfully integrated a $180 million dollar operating division into the Moore Forms business. He designed and launched the implementation of a critical manufacturing plant rationalization that included a restructuring effort that reduced operating costs.
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Dave is the consummate leader. He has the ability to put effective teams together and get results. He has a hands-on management style and approach as well as the ability to collaborate and reach for resources. Dave's passion for manufacturing excellence makes his operations among the very best. He knows how to assemble and motivate a team of people to pursue a common goal...always with a bias for action.
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I knew we needed strong, hands-on leadership with an outstanding track record and recruited Dave as the perfect candidate for this role. He proved me right. Dave oversaw the integration of a major strategic acquisition, which quadrupled the size of the Healthcare Group, and he acted quickly by building a solid management team, identifying key issues and positioning the business for future growth. In addition, he introduced a new Asia (China) supply chain model to the Healthcare operation and the Corporation.
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I have worked with David on several occasions and found him to have a keen understanding and knowledge about operations and logistics. I recommend him highly as a thought partner, strategist and solutions provider to anyone looking to achieve operational excellence.
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David, as President of Banta Healthcare Group, provided the leadership to improve productivity across the board in all areas of the company. His leadership and guidance not only improved the bottom line, but also created a cultural change that improved employee moral and customer relationships. He is operationally oriented and dedicated to achieving results, solving problems, and implementing business solutions in order to meet or exceed expectations.
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David was a mentor who taught me a lot about all aspects of business operations. He continuously challenged me with additional responsibilities and then coached me as I managed those responsibilities. Under David's leadership we started a maquila in Mexico City that manufactured medical products, and transitioned a manufacturing operation that was unprofitable to a purchasing model out of Asia that was very profitable. I also moved into an expat assignment in Guadalajara, Mexico under David's guidance. I look back on a short two years of working with him and am awed by the amount of positive change that occurred. Working with David was very rewarding professionally and personally.
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I have known and worked with Dave since 2008. He has extensive knowledge in both onshore and offshore manufacturing, especially in the start up process of international manufacturing operations. He is a great asset to any company looking at increasing presence and productivity within the USA or internationally. He is also a practical business partner that makes quick, smart decisions and most importantly...gets things done.
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David is a sound business leader who practices what he preaches. He demonstrates the sought after leadership skills required for competitive operations and footprints that match both regional and global needs. He is an beneficial asset that any world-class organization would prize.
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David became our principal contact with Mercury Products. He helped us understand Mercury Product needs and sent us information so that we could quote and anticipate the best possible prices. His information helped us provide the best possible results for Mercury Products. As of today Mercury Products is a very important customer.