Gary Mudd Email & Phone Number

Louisville, Ky, Us

Louisville Assembly Plant

Overview: Creates and participates in the development and promotion of the apprenticeship model of training and recruitment; coordinates and monitors safety, technical and on-the-job training. Participates in the development of practical and technical training and may act as a resource for the applicable advisory committees and Training Providers regarding examination content.

Louisville Assembly Plant

Current responsibilities include but not limited to:• Establish workforce readiness goals and strategies to meet current build schedules• Assess current workforce skills, and present gap analysis report for operational approval.• Establish a training budget for staffing, build support, interface labs, and associated text materials• Interface with vehicle operation engineering, 3rd party training partners, facility focus groups, and sister plants globally for laser focused… Show more Current responsibilities include but not limited to:• Establish workforce readiness goals and strategies to meet current build schedules• Assess current workforce skills, and present gap analysis report for operational approval.• Establish a training budget for staffing, build support, interface labs, and associated text materials• Interface with vehicle operation engineering, 3rd party training partners, facility focus groups, and sister plants globally for laser focused objective training needs.• Provide alternate funding sources through procurement of special grants including but not limited to: federal, state, and local thus becoming the conduit between the plant and government affair officials and associated groups.• Develop a training plan and schedule considering a multi department facility with equipment specific needs and timeline contrast• Develop and conduct periodic presentations for operational review with managerial satisfaction, changing needs, and future goals of the plant in focus.• Maintain an efficient training program through employee comment forms, instructor performance counseling, student exit interviews, and pre-determined project goals• Motivate internal training instructors through team building, trusting partnerships in collaboration, and realistic goals and expectations• Establish a continued education plan to ensure core training skills remain paired with production and facility needs. Show less

Louisville, Kentucky Area

•Executed active leadership roles in duties assigned for preventative maintenance, conveyor fabrication, systems repair, and special engineering projects.•Provided strategic direction for Paint Manufacturing Department while implementing a tactical action plan for the C 520 launch in both decommissioning and new equipment installation phases of project.•Managed numerous cost save projects working alongside Final Assembly engineering groups within C209 launch program.•Estimated… Show more •Executed active leadership roles in duties assigned for preventative maintenance, conveyor fabrication, systems repair, and special engineering projects.•Provided strategic direction for Paint Manufacturing Department while implementing a tactical action plan for the C 520 launch in both decommissioning and new equipment installation phases of project.•Managed numerous cost save projects working alongside Final Assembly engineering groups within C209 launch program.•Estimated varied conveyor project installation plans to determine feasibility of insource vs. outside contracting as an efficiency. •Guided and counseled several Millwright apprentices through work practices (technical and safety oriented) within Ford Motor Company’s journeyman / apprentice shadow program. •Interacted heavily with senior management to expedite ongoing projects- supplying data for manpower, wages, billed materials, and timing.•Audited spare parts program for Final Assembly Maintenance implementing Six Sigma practices to reduce variability in re ordering process while restructuring on hand items to reduce cost. •Completion of defined safety training – Energy Control Power Lock Out, Working at Heights, Mobile Boom Crane, Confined Space Entry, Lifting and Rigging.•Certified local instructor for Crane Safety, NCCCO Certified Level I - Power Lifting and Rigging Maintenance Troubleshooting, Diversity, DOT Regulatory Awareness, and PMHV.•Completion of United Auto Workers Diversity and Sexual Harassment course – 80 contact hours.•Expanded leadership qualities while attending Black Lake MI campus representing local bargaining unit – 80 contact hours.•Counseled peers through contract language serving as an alternate UAW Benefits Rep and Local Bargaining Committeeperson. Show less

Louisville, Kentucky Area

•Professional development with responsibilities in but not limited to: power rigging, weight calculation and estimation, advanced blueprint reading, specialized machine tool work, advanced coupling alignment using dial indicators, laser shaft alignment, conveyor layout assisted with laser and advanced optic instruments, and fabrication of conveyor components within low tolerances.•Certificate of completion for AWS (American Welding Society) three position low hydrogen shielded metal arc… Show more •Professional development with responsibilities in but not limited to: power rigging, weight calculation and estimation, advanced blueprint reading, specialized machine tool work, advanced coupling alignment using dial indicators, laser shaft alignment, conveyor layout assisted with laser and advanced optic instruments, and fabrication of conveyor components within low tolerances.•Certificate of completion for AWS (American Welding Society) three position low hydrogen shielded metal arc welding.•Directed a team of apprentices to fabricate a live overhead conveyor system encompassing all components of field designs to further educational process while enlisting donations for parts, equipment, and materials from local material handling companies. •Expert knowledge in the field of Power Transmission determining conveyor speeds and ratios, equipment torque specifications, and all associated fabrication and refurbishment of components.•Assisted in a regional route based Preventative Maintenance Program.•Managed numerous Toyota Motor Manufacturing projects achieving all timing and financial goals ensuring satisfaction with both company and customer.•Expert experience managing conveyor installation projects for package handling customers such as: United Parcel Service, Federal Express, DHL, and Airborne Express.•Organized, planned, supervised special projects for UPS in both their 55K and Test Wing expansions working with facility engineers to determine conveyor layout and specifications.•Participated in all co-operative engineering programs associated with projects used to determine weaknesses and efficiencies of proposed operations.• Presentation of preconfigured bid packages to customer staff for approvals•Plan and prepare tooling lists, equipment rental needs, specialized staff and manpower, and component delivery logistics for each project. Show less

Master Of Science In Business Analytics - Msba

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General, Summa Cum Laude

General Studies

Journeyworker Certification, Millwright Apprenticeship

General Studies