Lean Specialists in Australia

In recent years Tim’s interests have focused on the implementation of Value Stream Maps. He has successfully assisted customers to eliminate waste by improving flow, implementing pull systems, providing the stability of quality principles, and preventing overproduction and waste. These have been applied in both greenfield and brownfield sites.

During his career, Tim was responsible for major operational changes including complex multi-site amalgamations, ERP system implementations, plant relocations and integrating mergers and acquisitions. He was also responsible for establishing and refining complex international supply chains.

Since establishing TXM he has built a strong reputation for high-quality project management and his extensive lean supply chain expertise.

As a Graduate Engineer at the Ford Motor Company, Anthony was initially taught standardised work using yamazumi by Japanese-based Mazda engineers. This project won the President’s Award for innovative tooling. After numerous line re-layouts at Ford in Australia, Anthony received further training from the US-based Toyota Sensei and worked with automotive suppliers to reduce costs.

He was also mentored in Australia and the USA by a highly respected Toyota Lean Sensei’s (Teacher). Since partnering with TXM in 2007, Anthony has worked with a range of customers including Schuetz DSL, Rosebank Engineering, Agilent Technologies, Ferguson Plarre, Branach Engineering, Jeff Sykes and Associates and more.

In 2010 TXM expanded into SE Asia and Anthony has lead and supported the TXM team.  Client projects include Kmart, AstraZeneca, Kimberley Clark, & SCA packaging.

The US mentoring included close teaching from a US based TPM guru and author.  This mentoring along with having internal consultants trained by JIPM have resulted in a practical understanding of TPM and an appreciation for the value.

Contact TXM today to find out how Anthony can help improve your business.

Ron actively engages and mentors stakeholders of all levels and disciplines within a business, from the Board Room, through the Operations, Engineering, Sales and Marketing, Quality, Finance, and HR functions, through to the most junior of staff.

Ron’s Lean foundations developed during 16 years with Boeing. He was trained by Lean experts in Australia and U.S.A, including direct mentoring by world-renowned Japanese ex-Toyota lean specialists engaged by Boeing.

Ron then led the implementation of quality and Lean initiatives into Chubb Australasia, utilising their parent company’s United Technologies Corporations Achieving Competitive Excellence (ACE) program, which is one of the most successful in-house lean and quality programs in the world.

Ron holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Aeronautical), a Masters of Business Administration and is an advocate of experiential learning. Through an array of diverse roles, Ron has encountered the trials and tribulations of leveraging lean principles to overhaul the culture and performance of businesses.  Key roles include Project Manager, Production Manager, Engineering Manager, Quality & Business Improvement Manager, Service Manager, and General Manager. These roles have seen his span of control to include multi-site responsibilities, $96M annual turnover, and 256 employees.

Timothy’s international experience will allow TXM to grow in our markets of operation and help us setup in future locations. Timothy can draw on his in-depth financial understanding from being an experienced Chartered Accountant & qualified Master of Business Administration.

Timothy’s passion for business stems from having observed his entrepreneurial father in many businesses over several decades. This fuelled his commitment to ensure all businesses that he works with have a thriving business.

Luciano has worked extensively across Brazil, France, Spain, Switzerland, and Sudan. He has extensive experience assessing and defining customer requirements, developing strategies and delivering customer value solutions.

He also has great experience performing clear and efficient training whilst coaching and mentoring on improvement projects. He is fluent in English, Advanced Spanish and a basic French speaker Luciano can interact with multicultural teams at all levels.

Completing his education in Brazil, Luciano has achieved post-graduate honours in company management and in 2014 completed his master’s in industrial engineering.

He has worked in a variety of industries in large organisations including Rhodia Farms, Toyota Brazil, Eaton Truck Components, 3M, Alstom (India, Sudan, France, Switzerland, Spain), Pirelli and Natura.

Luciano has extensive knowledge and experience from across the world. He is based in New South Wales and helps support our consulting teams world wide with expert knowledge and industry insights.

He has extenesive experience in complex international management, managing distribution channels, supply chains, technical sales consulting, business development, and business process improvement.

As an all-round manufacturing professional Tom has the ability to understand complex manufacturing issues and identify solutions tailored to the individual needs of his customers. He will be based in Perth and will be able to visit customer across the state.

David has since been a Sales Manager for Living Clean Systems, Panasonic, CHESS Engineering, Tasman Tanks, ERM Power and World Kinect Energy Services. His knowledge of the Australian manufacturing industry will bring exclusive insights and recommendations for our new and existing clients.

One of David’s key elements to success is building strong supportive relationships with his clients while providing constructive feedback and recommendations. His extensive experience should place David front of mind if you need help assessing your future growth plans and where to go next!

David is available for meetings and on-site visits for all New South Wales based business’s and can be contacted via [email protected] or on 0458 870 845.

Michelle Brown is an outstanding Business Improvement facilitator who embraces the core principles of the Lean Enterprise Methodology. She had partnered with a range of industries since her time with TXM, including aerospace, precision sheet metal, professional photography, mining equipment, logistics services, warehousing, electronics manufacturing and professional services.

With a mechanical engineering background, Michelle’s aerospace training ground has set the foundation for a comprehensive understanding of the Lean tools and how to apply them across a variety of situations. But understanding the Lean tools isn’t enough to successfully implement enterprise-wide improvement. Michelle is also able to work with your teams to understand your ability to embrace the Lean foundation concepts and coach key people to grow and sustain these concepts into real business improvement.

Michelle is based in Melbourne, Australia. In addition to being a lean consultant, her interests include sailing and mixed media art. Michelle also continues to support Victoria’s Defence sector through her ongoing work with the Australian Industry and Defence Network AIDN-Vic.

As a Senior Lean Consultant at TXM since 2008, Michelle has completed a wide range of projects. Read case studies of Michelle’s work at Chep, Fortress Resistors and Server Racks Australia.

Robert has built a career around frontline leaderships coupled with implementing many lean production systems at Boeing Australia, Chep Australia, ABB Adtranz and Ronstan.

His lean education started more than 20 years ago with cellular workplace design through to training under ex Toyota Lean consultants while at Boeing. He has strong leadership skills and experience with a hands-on approach coupled with a commitment to internal and external customers satisfaction.

Robert’s main expertise lies in driving continuous improvement in processes, products, and people. He is also a recent graduate of Swinburne University’s MBA and a committed Hobson Bay Yacht Club member.

Trained internationally by Japanese lean coaches, Axel has successfully implemented lean techniques and training to help Denso become a leader in lean practices. With excellent skills in analysis and project planning, has led and completed many projects, each leading to a positive impact on the company. Expertise in Lean Systems, Analysis, Project Planning, Problem Solving, and Value Stream Mapping.

Axel managed all aspects of Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement projects and New Product Introductions in manufacturing across a wide range of products and processes, ranging from heat exchangers, electronics, moulding & assembly products, as well as improving parts storage and finished goods delivery.

Axel has an excellent track record of influencing change throughout the organisation and in particular, is skilled at coaching operational leaders in their role in ensuring the success of Lean

David Jaksa has had an outstanding career in Lean and Quality Engineering within the Toyota Motor Corporation Australia.

At Toyota, David commenced as a member of the Graduate program where he was placed on a 2-year training development pathway which helped him gain exposure to automotive manufacturing and logistic processes as well as the associated Toyota Production System concepts such as Just in Time and Quality Built in.

His work ranged across assembly operations, quality engineering and included management of new model supply parts approval activities.

In 2004 David was appointed the Quality Control Project Manager for the new model Camry which he carried out up until its successful Launch in 2006. He had also worked in the role of Business planning manager within the corporate strategy division

Throughout his roles within Toyota, David was able to gain considerable practical experience in the use of Lean visual techniques and how they are essential to the successful introduction of a project.

Since leaving Toyota seven years ago, David has worked in many different industries such as Manufacturing, Services, and Construction, in driving efficiency, running Lean programmes and implementing various quality system improvements.

Beyond his considerable expertise in manufacturing, David has developed a deep understanding of implementing Lean in typically non-traditional environments such as building and construction.

He has more than 20 years’ experience in implementing Business and Operational Excellence initiatives within organisations, from the C-Level right through to the ‘blue collar’ employee, for large multi-nationals and smaller SME’s alike.

Over the past 10 years, Andrew has purely focussed his experience and capability into the project management and professional consulting. He has worked across major industry sectors ranging from Automotive, Warehousing, Logistics, Sales, Marketing, Information Technology, Mining & Minerals, Construction, Agriculture, Health, Services, Retail, Municipal Council and Government, Pharmaceutical and FMCG.

Having a powerful blend of technical, people and business management qualifications with worldly experience, Andrew is equipped with the savvy street smarts for the corporate world. His hands-on engagements range from grass roots factory floor initiatives, through to the marketing back-office idea generation, and right up to the Executive Board developing and deploying corporate strategy.

His advanced operational and project management skills coupled with his ability to transform organisational culture positions himself with an innate ability to influence and execute with precision. His consulting experience is well supported with over 500+ hands on transformation applications returning project value in excess of 350% ROI.

Having such a broad diversification of experience and proven results, coupled with his engaging collaborative and motivational style allows Andrew to continue to successfully deliver business transformation initiatives to all facets of industry.

Brent Johnstone joins the TXM team in Sydney, Australia as a highly experienced Lean Manufacturing professional. Brent has had a 30-year manufacturing career, starting as a cadet engineer with Aerospace manufacturer, Hawker DeHavilland (now Boeing Aerostructures Australia). Brent completed trade and professional qualifications in Mechanical Engineering as well as being trained by Japanese lean specialists at Boeing in Sydney, where Brent was Lean Transformation Manager. Brent also held a wide range of senior operational and design leadership roles.

Beyond Boeing, Brent has lead major Lean Transformation projects across the aerospace, composites, rail maintenance, bus manufacturing, and construction materials sectors. Brent brings considerable skills in improving plant layout and workflow as well as experience in achieving shop floor improvement in challenging cultural environments.

As well as his operational Lean experience, Brent brings to TXM considerable experience in design for manufacture and in managing major change projects (including the relocation of Boeing Operations from Sydney to Melbourne).

He has practiced his trade globally and across an eclectic range of industries including Oil, Pharmaceuticals, Gaming Machines, Construction, Mining Services, Chemicals, Consumer Products, Steel, Private Hospitals, Medical Technology, Banking and Insurance.

Tony has a Bachelor of Science (Mathematical Statistics), a Master of Business Administration and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

He is passionate about helping people and organisations reach their full potential.

Frank started his professional life as an undergraduate Mechanical Engineer, working for Albany International Australia, a US based manufacturer of high-end industrial textiles. Following graduation, Frank trained in South Carolina on process design and improvement methods.

Returning to Australia, Frank held various management roles, eventually responsible for Albany’s Australian manufacturing operations. Frank has worked in The Netherlands where he was trained in product design and application.

Returning to Australia he held the role of Technical Manager until 2006. Following this he was made responsible for Quality and Improvement on operations in Australia, China and South Korea.

In recent years, Frank established a Registered Training Organisation before joining TXM. Frank has worked with numerous companies around Australia on Lean and Continuous Improvement Projects.

Frank holds an honours degree in Mechanical Engineering (UTS) and a Diploma in Competitive Systems and Practices.

Justin has more than 15 years’ experience implementing Lean in a diverse range of industries in Australia and China. He has a Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP.

Justin started his career at Toyota before moving to United Technologies (Otis Elevator) and Kraft Foods. Justin gained a strong grounding in Lean management systems including the Toyota Production System and the UTC ACE program, which he then applied in his next role as a full-time Lean consultant at Alstom.

Since then Justin has built on his practical Lean experience as a consultant working with companies including Olam, Kmart, BlastOne, and Branach in Australia, Airbus, DMG Mori, Saint Gobain, AstraZeneca, Sony, Phillips, Festo, and Beckers overseas.

Justin is actively involved with Lean Enterprise China and has translated some masterpiece Lean books into Chinese, include The Machine That Changed the World, Getting the Right Things Done and Lean Solutions; His Lean successful cases published in the books of Learning to See (Chinese version) and Lean Practices in China II. Justin also developed training material on TPM for Lean Enterprise China.

Justin has a bachelor’s degree in material engineering and a master’s degree in industrial engineering from Tianjin University in China.

Originally from Washington D.C., Kelly went to Auburn University in Alabama to study International Business, focusing on Supply Chain Management and Spanish. Upon graduating with a Bachelor of Science & Business Administration degree, she worked with one of the world’s largest logistics and warehousing solution providers, CEVA Logistics, where she held a variety of roles across the supply chain.

Whilst at CEVA Logistics she delivered Lean theory training in 9 countries, in English and Spanish to warehousing & transport businesses ranging from telecommunications, food & beverage, and medical devices, to mining equipment and automotive industries.

Since moving to Australia Kelly has worked as a continuous improvement specialist and project manager for Toll Logistics and Primo Foods driving business improvements focusing on better efficiency and more streamlined processes throughout the supply chain. Kelly created the Primo Project Management Methodology which is still used today.

Kelly is based out of Brisbane and joins our growing team of highly experienced Senior Consultants.

Thomas worked with CNH Industrial (a major player in the german automotive industry) and Hettich Group (one of the world’s largest furniture fittings manufacturers).

Since moving to Australia he has worked as a Lean Consultant and National Operations Excellence Leader for Komatsu Mining Corporation.

He has been successfully responsible for implementing self-sustainable continuous improvement and change management projects through leading, coaching and mentoring people in production, warehousing, quality, procurement and maintenance. Achieving significant reductions in production cost, supply chain cost as well as crucial improvements in quality assurance.

As an expert in Lean Manufacturing Systems, Alex is capable of teaching, coaching, and implementing appropriate lean tools and problem-solving techniques to drive improvement.   For the past two decades, Alex conducted structured Yellow, Green & Black belt courses in Lean and Lean Six Sigma across Australia, China, and Southeast Asia.

He is well known for his on-site implementation workshop and coaching support where he helped organisations to make breakthrough improvements. Alex’s friendly character enable him to communicate effectively from C-suite to Shop Floor.

Alex holds an honors degree in Industrial Engineering from The University of New South Wales and is based in Queensland.

He obtained unique Lean/Kaizen training direct from Japanese experts while working as Industrial Engineer at Nissan Australia and has a strong commitment to challenge daily status-quo while establishing continuous growth, sustained profitability, and strong market competitiveness.

He has a proven track record in delivery of successful business improvement projects, deployment of business excellence capabilities and sustained Lean Culture through deployment of Lean tools and principles.

His passion is to improve business through “people” with improved employee engagement, effective teamwork, and collaboration with daily problem-solving capabilities.

He has ability to create and execute business strategies that lead to competitive advantage and Operational Excellence (OE) with measurable bottom-line savings, and improved customer focus/experience.

Greg obtained Masters Mechanical Engineering degree in Poland and successfully completed unique Lean training in: Gemba Kanri (Nissan’s version of Toyota Production System), Kawasaki Productions System, Kaizen Management System, Green & Black Belt Six Sigma.

Based in Perth, WA, Jerry enjoyed a long Naval career in electro/mechanical engineering.  Since entering the private sector, he has worked for over 20 years’ with experience in manufacturing, mining, and the food & beverage industry.

Jeremy has worked with some of Australia’s largest brewers including Swan Brewery, Lion and James Boag & Son Brewery. At his time in these businesses, he has excelled at roles in Production & Project Management, Supply Chain Leadership, and is an accomplished consultant, coach, and mentor.

Jeremy’s passion for continuous improvement has led to proven success in large and small supply chain optimisation projects and manufacturing improvement projects, delivering significant OEE uplift, set up time reduction (SMED) and deployment of lean operating system methodologies, visual management, teamwork, leader standard work, practical problem solving and 5S.

Jeremy obtained his MBA in 2017 and holds a Cert IV in Competitive Systems and Practices, a Green Belt Lean six sigma and became a master trainer for CCI TRACC lean methodology in 2016.  Jerry loves coaching but equally enjoys the hands-on approach to leading, demonstrating and helping people develop the ideal behaviours to deliver and sustain amazing results.