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Dearborn, Michigan, Us

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

Analyze customer quality issues, wants and needs used in developing future model LaunchesLed the Prevent Reoccurring Actions process and helped with Vehicle Operations Manufacturing QualityDrive implementation/adherence of Quality Operating System (QOS) disciplines and standardsCoach/Teach plant teams to execute and maintain standards requirements for an effective Launch QOS and Vehicle Operations Procedures, including ensuring an active role in Manufacturing Quality QPIP projects.Support Forward Model Quality deliverables and LQOS assessments at each launch milestoneAnalyze Regional/Plant external customer feedback and internal data to support scorecard metrics achievement and to identify required measurement system adjustments.Support implementation of new Quality Processes/ Procedures, and miscellaneous special assignments/projectsParticipate in development and understanding of required new standards/inspection processes (Export/Lincoln/etc.)Actively support and participate in Assembly Plant VQRs (Vehicle Quality Reviews) and SARs (Special Attention Reviews)Knowledgeable in BSAQ, ECB, and datacubes, ICA and PCA. Process Map Launch concerns.Manage Launch warranty claims with Director's and Chief Engineering Teams

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

Launch new vehicle programs in North America assembly plants. Responsible for the overall program delivery of new vehicle programs. Activities include but are not limited to; Issue Resolution, Quality/Status Assessments, Fleet (Vehicle) Management and Budgets/Timing. • Automated Issue Management (AIM) process for the Program Team. • Lead for New Models in the Change Control Process and supported Cross Functional change discussions and change timing• Led Open to Go (OTG) Meetings and driving part support issues to resolution, and delivered effective Risk Mitigation for Milestone reviews.• Developed Global Sync Quality Process Flow and managed Global meetings for Root Cause and Proveout Drive Plans• Led the development of a central Global New Models Change Management forum in a low cost country. Simplifying Tool Change over, providing consistency between Global plants, and ultimitately improving release timing to the Supply base.• Edit and Review Product Direction Letters (PDL).• Assist the Launch Teams transition to the plant. • Assist Pre-Production Build Events. • Manage the ordering, building, testing, and disposition of vehicles. • Managing Worldwide Engineering Release System. (WERS) • Gatekeeper for New Model Programs.

I taught a senior level Structural Design Test lab, which demonstrates elastic theory in stress/strain, deformation, working and ultimate strength of materials and connections.

Detroit, Michigan, Us

Southfield, Michigan, Us

Project Management Managed and assisted with design, generated request for quotes (RFQ’s), and coordinated the construction of the following: • Center of Innovative Material Research (CIMR) • 25 Ton double I girder overhead crane • MTS 160 GPM hydraulic testing system with 4 stations of controls and actuators • Comprehensive Fire Test Chamber • Comprehensive Environmental Test Chamber and deep foundation load frame • Upgrade to CIMR’s existing electrical system for present and future electrical demands • The foundation for the flue stack for the Fire Test Chamber • A chiller system for the equipment cooling needs in CIMR • The installation of servers for the computing needs of the department Facilities Management Managed the daily operations of the Department facilities including: • Management o Five employees directly reporting to me o Implemented and updated all safety procedures o Designed test equipment, fixtures and controls for various department needs o Drafted various reports, web content and proposals for the various funding agencies LTU is involved with o Coordinated several multi-year test modules for our funding agencies o Maintained the Department inventory o Coordinated the material and equipment procurement for all projects and departmental needs o Compiled documentation during project and self budgetary audits o Maintain the Department and research budgets with respect to material needs • Oversight of Procedures and Personnel o Review preventative maintenance (PM) logs o Constructing of test frames and fixtures o Employee safety and operations training of all test equipment including fork lifts and cranes o Maintenance contracts with vendors o Diagnoses of malfunctioning test equipment o Equipment upgrade installations o Application of various test standards in ASTM and MIL-810F OTHER QUALIFICATIONS Available as requested

Masters Civil Engineering, Structures

Bachelor Of Science Computer Engineering, Embedded Controls

Bachelor Of Science, Electrical Engineering