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Elkhart, Indiana Area

Niles, Mi

Lead manufacturing process team through large-scale assembly line reorganization project that integrated supply operations to improve product flow and reduce inventory (50% reduction in work in process inventory). Assisted in design and implementation of real-time work order communication system throughout the assembly operations, resulting in Just-in-Time pull system process controls. Directed implementation team for new Distributed Numerical Control software system in sheet metal fabrication area. Performed process Time Studies to analyze production standards and recommend manpower utilization changes. Supported Manufacturing and Manufacturing Engineering departments’ information systems and recommended changes to improve process efficiency. Provided daily manufacturing engineering support to production.

Mishawaka, In

Performed process troubleshooting and improvement in manufacturing systems. Provided technical and team skills training to manufacturing, distribution, and office employees. Obtained certification as a Dana University Instructor for the “Excellence in Manufacturing” TQM continuous improvement program. Managed employee participation programs. Lead Computer Integrated Manufacturing Team which introduced PC based SPC and shop floor document control software to manufacturing. Coordinated manufacturing activities pertaining to OEM supply of chassis components to AM General Corporation. Member of the QS-9000 Implementation Team providing training and consulting for the implementation of the standard in various departments. Managed QS-9000 implementation within the Manufacturing Department. Managed Labor Claim process, which included direct communication with customers, installers, and end users on product and installation problems. Assisted in New Product introduction to Manufacturing.

Elkhart, In

Increased use of computers in the Engineering Department for process documentation, production analysis, and product design. Lead Bill of Material Standardization Team. Modified inventory and scheduling system to increase efficiency and decrease errors. Managed process improvements in selected workstation and assembly line procedures. Hands on experience in production scheduling, supervision, and inventory management. Utilized simulation software for process analysis and improvement. Assisted in new product development and testing.

Mba, Business Administration

Bsie, Industrial Engineering