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Joliet, Il, Us

St-Jérôme, Quebec, Ca

• Developed and completed work methods to support C and D launches.• Developed and implemented new production method reducing rework by 100%.• Developed and implemented rework procedures, reworking non-conforming parts saving over $12,000.• Applied mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing problem-solving skills to develop creative DFM solutions.• Developed a systematic approach to reduce confusion, improving production support in a very dynamic manufacturing environment. • Managed MBOM to support C and D build initiatives.• Supported Quality’s weekly MRB meetings to resolve ongoing quality issues.• Communicated and collaborated with other departments to execute pilot builds. • Designed and assigned fixtures, jigs, and tools to improve safety, quality, velocity and cost.• Led or participated in value stream Mapping, Problem Solving, and Quality dispositions to promote and ensure that processes are continuously improved.• Involved in New Lion C and D product launches.• Performed duties as liaison between Canada Engineering and USA Operations for new build configurations, changes, and rework initiatives.• Supported with other tasks as assigned.

Bolingbrook, Il, Us

• Applied mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing problem-solving skills to develop creative design solutions for manufacturing.• Completed or contributed to value stream mapping, PFMEA, 8 Step Practical Problem Solving, and manufacturing engineering project plans.• Managed Manufacturing Engineering projects plans by planning detailed project plans with proposed project task hours and timelines for development, monitoring, control and close of project. • Managed all research and development of new manufacturing capital, tooling and or fixturing, processes, SOPs, and work instructions.• Contributed to design reviews as the lead manufacturing engineer acting as the ME contact for the life of products to customer.• Led and participated in new product launches, reviewed product designs, and collaborated with design engineering to understand areas for improved manufacturability, reduced manufacturing cost, and improved process reliability. • Provided manufacturing feasibility feedback during different phases of new products.• Supported manufacturing automation transformation directly and indirectly to Industry 4.0 and Advanced Automation.• Designed and assigned tooling and fixtures focused on quality and safety to streamline and improve manufacturing and safety respectively.• Created and reviewed Capex reports. Recommended, planned, and guided both capital validation and installation of new equipment. • Collaborated with lab department to perform proto pilot builds, lab studies, build reviews, and test to validate build concepts.• Developed requirements and RFQs for test cages, shield rooms, machinery and fixturing.• Supported operation with systems troubleshooting to resolve or streamline problems or processes respectively.

Chicago, Il, Us

• Hired, trained, and directed the forging operations staff, as well as supervisors and managers.• Performed general management duties, evaluating training needs, performance appraisals, timekeeping, enforcing policies, development, promotions, and terminations.• Ensured timely delivery of product per agreed build plan.• Leveraged and adjusted human and material resources as needed to run within budget constraints.• Collaborated with different departments, e.g. production control and maintenance managers to meet customer demand.• Collaborated with managers and union reps to fairly implement company's policies and goals.• Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations.• Leveraged RCA to provide timely problem solving for key issues.

• Led standard work Initiative for operations.• Participated in CI workshops.• Rolled out the Caterpillar Production System at EMD. • Facilitated Continuous Improvement workshops and CPS SWE training.• Co Led the new product introduction- NFSE assemble project.• Facilitated New Employee onboard training- Lean Thinking. • Developed Remanufacturing Engine Disassembly Standard Work instructions.• Improved Engine Inbound inspection process to assure worker safety.• Developed test fixture to test wiring harnesses of the Tier 1 sensor boxes- to reduce rework. • Supervised and coordinated activities of over 20 union associates engaged in the disassembling of Turbo cores and the qualifying of components.

Westchester, Illinois, Us

• Led standard work Initiative for operations.• Participated in CI workshops.• Rolled out the Caterpillar Production System at EMD. • Facilitated Continuous Improvement workshops and CPS SWE training.• Co Led the new product introduction- NFSE assemble project.• Facilitated New Employee onboard training- Lean Thinking. • Developed Remanufacturing Engine Disassembly Standard Work instructions.• Improved Engine Inbound inspection process to assure worker safety.• Developed test fixture to test wiring harnesses of the Tier 1 sensor boxes- to reduce rework. • Supervised and coordinated activities of over 20 union associates engaged in the disassembling of Turbo cores and the qualifying of components.

St. Paul, Mn, Us

• Hired, trained, and supervised the filling operations staff, as well as contract employees.• Performed general management duties, evaluating training needs, performance appraisals, timekeeping, enforcing policies, development, promotions, and terminations.• Supervised and coordinated activities of over 25 union associates engaged in filling manufacturing processes, such as bulk filling, bottle filling, make to orders, and assembling, applying knowledge of processes involved, standard operating methods- sops, and products.• Managed and tracked safety, quality, and production metrics.• Coordinated and trained associates in latest SOP relative to the safety, and quality.• Led products inspections (line starts) to verify conformance to specifications and directs setup and adjustments of machines.

Irving, Texas, Us

• Reviewed and wrote reports, approved expenditures, enforced rules. • Recommend, planned, and directed installation of new equipment. • Communicated and collaborated with other managers and departments. Prepared and delivered engineering-related presentations as required.• Designed machining and fabrication tooling and fixturing using ProE. • Purchased new capital equipment using the Cat DMAIC process.• Created standard work for processes.• Managed the development and implementation of Quality improvement plans across value streams.• Created production routings using TOWS Cat custom software.• Identified and set targets for improvement in all transactional key business processes.• Participated/ Lead events focused on process improvements using six sigma and lean manufacturing techniques to drive waste elimination.

Irving, Texas, Us

• Designed Hydraulic Cylinders per customer request using ProE software.• Checked engineering drawing per Caterpillar standards. • Managed and updated DFEMAs.• Performed cylinder inspections at customer request to find root cause to field failures.• Managed engineering changes and releases.• Participated in Continuous Product Improvement teams to improve cylinder designs. • Provided validation testing for new cylinder designs. • Provided quick analysis and or hand calculations for concept design or for current design changes. • Provided customers with public reports and technical documents.• Provided engineering support to customers internal and external.• Lead projects focused on introducing new products.

Akron, Oh, Us

• Designed tooling for Caterpillar Track Type Tractors and Hydraulic Excavators using ProE. • Created detailed blueprint drawings.• Developed e-templates reducing detailing time by 80%.• Supported shop with tooling issues.• Assigned tooling and created job method instructions for production equipment.• Purchased new tooling to improve overall equipment efficiency.

• Supervised and coordinated activities of 6 maintenance technicians engaged in maintenance functions. • Trained maintenance personnel in work methods and procedures.• Solved electrical and mechanical problems.• Created standard operating procedures.• Inspected projects to verify conformance to specifications.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

• Designed tooling for Caterpillar Track Type Tractors and Hydraulic Excavators using ProE. • Created detailed blueprint drawings.• Developed e-templates reducing detailing time by 80%.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Six Sigma Black Belt

Bachelor Of Science, Industrial Technology

Associate In Applied Science, Electrical/ Electronic Automated Systems Technology

Certicate Of Completion, Electro-Mechanical Computer Engineering Technology