Timothy McLean
The first Australian author to join the Productivity Press stable, Tim McLean has had a 30 year career leading operations and supply chains across a wide range of industries. Tim was introduced to Lean as a young chemical engineer in the plastics industry in the 1980's. He went on to apply Lean thinking to drive sustainable improvement in operational and supply chain performance. Tim's books are based on real experience and are clear, easy to read and full of relevant examples and case studies.
Biography
Tim McLean has had a 30 year career in applying Lean in manufacturing and supply chain across a range of industries. His first book, “Grow your Factory, Grow Your Profits: Lean for Small and Medium Sized Manufacturing Enterprises” released by Productivity Press in December 2014. His latest book, "On Time In Full: Achieving Perfect Delivery with Lean Thinking in Purchasing, Supply Chain and Production Planning" is released in April 2017.Tim was first introduced to Lean and Operational Excellence in the late 1980’s as a young production manager of a small plastics extrusion plant, part of German Global Chemical Manufacturer, Hoechst AG. Tim went on to hold a range of manufacturing and supply chain management roles across the plastics moulding, packaging, printing and chemicals industries for major companies including Hoechst AG, Amcor and PPG. Tim was fortunate to be coached by a succession of mentors steeped in the principles of Lean. As an Operations Manager and General Manager, Tim then faced the real challenge of applying these theories to drive performance in his plants.
After successful 16 year career leading manufacturing and supply chains, Tim set up TXM, a Consulting business in Australia aimed at helping other Manufacturing Leaders like himself to achieve their goals. TXM has since grown to be one of a leading specialist Lean consultancy, operating from offices in Australia, the US, UK and China and carrying out a diverse range of projects, primarily in manufacturing, distribution and agri-business. In line with Tim’s experience and values, TXM has developed a reputation for delivering practical outcomes for manufacturers, especially SMEs.
Through his corporate and consulting career Tim has faced a wide range of complex supply chain challenges including implementation of ERP systems, international outsourcing, distribution network redesign and plant and warehouse consolidation. It is much of this practical experience that Tim has drawn upon in his latest.
Education
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BE (Chem) Hons, Canterbury, Christchurch, NZ, 1988
MBA, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia, 1996
Areas of Research / Professional Expertise
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Manufacturing, Distribution, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations Strategy, Lean Leadership
Personal Interests
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Art, Theatre, Reading, Gardening, Swimming, Skiing
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Videos
Published: Feb 17, 2017
Rowing boat manufacturer, Sykes Racing, is one of the case studies featured in Tim McLean's book, "Grow Your Factory, Grow Your Profits". In this interview, Sykes Managing Director, Jeff Lawrence talks about how Lean transformed his business. Sykes is a great example of the use of lean for customised manufacturing. Sykes produces a wide range of high quality rowing boats for international markets.
Published: Feb 17, 2017
Branach Manufacturing is one of the case studies featured in Tim McLean's first book, "Grow Your Factory, Grow Your Profits". Branach have driven rapid growth through outstanding customer service and value delivered through a world class Lean production system. In this video, Tim McLean interviews Branach founder, Mike Walsh talks about their Lean journey.
Published: Feb 17, 2017
Why do some small and medium sized businesses grow in to big businesses, while most stay small? Lean author Tim Mclean shares insights from his book “Grow your Factory, Grow Your Profits” about what holds back so many small and medium sized businesses and how Lean can be the key to unlocking their growth potential.