Tim McLean

With more than 20 years in operational and general management roles I have extensive experience in both Project Management and Process Improvement.I started out in the 80’s implementing TQM techniques such as control charts and design of experiments before graduating to lean manufacturing consulting.More recently my interests have focused on the implementation of Value Stream Maps. I have 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.Throughout my career responsibilities have included major operational changes including complex multi-site amalgamations, ERP system implementations, plant relocations and integrating mergers and acquisitions, along with establishing and refining complex international supply chains.As Managing Director of TXM we have built a strong reputation for high quality project management and extensive lean supply chain expertise.TXM Lean Solutions is one of the leading Lean Manufacturing Consulting companies in the Asia Pacific with offices in Australia and China and projects across the region. TXM enables manufacturers to take action on their operational and supply chain problems. We use a lean enterprise approach to achieve breakthrough improvements in operational performance. We also manage major change projects such as plant relocation and production outsourcing for our clients ensuring that the benefits of change are maximised while short term disruption due to the change is minimised.Our lean manufacturing professionals are passionate about manufacturing, have experienced these challenges first hand and have proven themselves as lean consultants with an outstanding track record. Specialties: Lean Enterprise ImplementationSupply chain consultingManagement of plant relocationChina outsourcingStrategic procurement