Candidate #1: Launch/Process Engineer
Summary of Qualifications
Business expert and change agent with over 33 years of experience directing Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Skilled Trades, Facilities, and Distribution operations from single, small factories to multinational and global enterprises with hundreds of production lines. History of excellent labor relations, highly efficient production techniques and streamlining operations by using Lean Manufacturing methodologies, Quality Systems implementation, training, corrective actions, use of statistical tools, and careful P&L financial management. Recognized for integrating technology into businesses and manufacturing processes to strengthen partnerships with suppliers and customers. Demonstrated ability to drive innovation through detailed planning, project management, thorough training, and determined execution. Track record of successfully implementing systems, reducing costs, improving profits, and improving products and processes through VA/ VE initiatives.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- Lean Manufacturing Methodologies
- Financial Expertise
- Employee Relations
- Facilities Re-Alignment
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Production Cell Design
- CNC Machining / Programming
- Engineering Management
- Process Efficiency
- International Management
- 6 Sigma Projects
- Quality Systems Management
- Cost Reduction Programs
- Inventory Control Systems
- Global Sourcing
- Value Analysis / Value Engineering
- Innovation and Re-tooling
- Material Management
- Employee Training / Development
Candidate #2: Launch/Process Engineer
Summary of Qualifications
Resourceful, honest, and hardworking engineer/manager recently retired and looking for short term opportunities.
RECOGNIZED FOR PROFICIENCIES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
- Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen
- Injection Molding
- Program Management
- Standardized Work Instructions
- Preventative/Predictive Maintenance and Plant Engineering
- Product and Process Improvements
- Laser Scanning Measurement Systems
- Problem Solving/Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys
- Systems Integration and Implementation
- Budgeting and Planning
- Managing/Coaching/Mentoring
- Implementation of change union or non-union shop
- Metallurgy
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, MS Project
Candidate #3: Launch/Process Engineer
Summary of Qualifications
- Southern Gage Inc.
- Manufacturer of precision thread and cylindrical gages
- Timco Industrial Machinery Sales
- Computer Numerical Controlled Machinery Sales
- Barrett Firearms
- Manufacturer of military 50 caliber firearms
- United Carbide Inc.
- Manufacturer of precision stamping dies
Local Supplier Representative for Crank Shaft Forging Supplier to the GM Spring Hill Manufacturing Plant
Contracted Consultant to GM as Project Manager for L850 Capacity Increase.
Responsible for coordinating OEMs and GM personnel for the manufacture, installation and validation of new tooling and equipment.
Retired from GM
GM-Spring Hill Powertrain – Spring Hill, Tennessee
Roles- Process/Manufacturing Engineer
Responsible for processing of all input & output shafts for Transmission
Responsible for L850 Head Assembly Processing and Production
Special Assignments: Was assigned to various problem processes to increase quality and thru-put by redesign of tooling and/or process improvements. (Crank, Cam Shaft, Block Machining, Piston Stuffing, Auto Bolt Feeders and Various Engine Assembly Processes).
Candidate #4: Launch/Process Engineer
Summary of Qualifications
An experienced Manufacturing Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the automotive industry. Skilled in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance, Microsoft Office, Root Cause Analysis, and Lean Manufacturing. Strong engineering professional with a Master’s degree focused in Multidisciplinary Engineering with Reliability and Validation Focus from Purdue University.
Candidate #5: Launch/Process Engineer
Summary of Qualifications
GM Mfg. Engineering – HFV6, UV8, I5 & L6
Prepare documentation, Specification, Vendor assessment and selection, Layout proposals, Simulation and other Engineering activities as required by Management in order to find the best solutions for improvement in product and manufacturing methods, cost savings and others for HFV-6, UV-8, L-6 and I-5 production lines.
GM Mfg. Engineering -DMAX Engine Plant – 6.6 L Diesel Program
Responsible for Automation equipment for Gen III Block machining line, including the robotic buffers. Fulfill all engineering duties from the SOR to PPAP, including but not limited to; Simultaneous engineering, build and delivery in time, scheduling verification and approval, Layout reviews and all other activities related to required documentation and equipment qualification and compliance
GM Mfg. Engineering -GMPT Tonawanda Engine plant – HVV 6 Program
Responsible for the effort, from Central Engineering Team, on helping Tonawanda team to close the Open Issues that are affecting the successful completion of the MRO activities in the Head Department. Help in the process of PPAP.
Worked on all the aspects of qualification of the equipment with the local team and resources, OEM’s, plant engineering, maintenance organization, production supervisors, team leaders, operators, engineering and management in order to insure functionality and other requirements for in time and successful PPAP of the equipment. Also coordinated the activities related to services and resources provided by OEM’s as related to my work area and duties.
GM Mfg.Engineering -GMPT Livonia Engine plant – Gen III Program
Responsible for Automation equipment for Gen III Block machining line, including the robotic buffers. Fulfill all engineering duties from the SOR to PPAP, including but not limited to; Simultaneous engineering, build and delivery in time, scheduling verification and approval, Layout reviews and all other activities related to required documentation and equipment qualification and compliance.
GM Mfg. Engineering -GMPT Tonawanda Engine Plant – I4/I5 Program
Responsible for spearheading the installation and qualification of Mod 2, 3 and 4 Block Machining for I4/I5 Program.
Worked on all the aspects of the installation and qualification of the equipment with the construction crew, OEM’s plant engineering, maintenance organization, production supervisors, team leaders, operators, engineering and management in order to insure proper installation, tooling, functionality and other requirements for in time and successful PPAP of the equipment. Also coordinated the activities related to services and resources provided by other plants as related to my work area and duties, such as tooling and point of use fill, parts and materials movement and inventory, P.O. tracking, spare parts and Gages.
Trained and supervised a number of Engineers, Team Leaders and Service Engineers
Candidate #6: Launch/Process Engineer
Summary of Qualifications
Results-driven people leader with more than 21 years of multi-faceted manufacturing experience in three different GM sites with increasingly responsible positions and record of accomplishments. Have been frequently transferred between areas to capitalize on my ability to identify opportunities to streamline operations, improve productivity, and reduce costs. Thorough understanding of the Global Manufacturing System and the value of integrating production systems, engineering improvements, and preventative maintenance opportunities into cohesive process. Well-respected by colleagues and subordinates. Highly effective motivator who encourages workers to become stakeholders in the operation and act as one team.
PLOM Electric Vehicle (Special Assignment) Brownstown Battery Assembly Plant
- Plant launch Operations Manager for two unannounced EV launch
- Manage relationships between Product engineering, manufacturing execution, and contractor installation to meet the plant expectations.
- WSS plant safety champion for ergo, sop, and respiratory.
- PI plant co-champion.
- Tip, Andon, and layered audit T3 plant trainer.
- Following the GPDP master dot timing template to ensure all deliverables are being met on time.
- Facilitating MFG and IVER build plans.
- Facilitating the installation of an EV program.