John Derry Email & Phone Number

Rockford, Illinois, United States

Elk Grove Village, Illinois, United States

Supported Manufacturing processes for a fastener manufacturing plant with over 100 machinesManaged new part launches from initial quoting stage to full production runsSupported Sales with new part pricing and manufacturing feasibilityLed continuous improvement projects aimed at increasing tool life and safety proceduresLed cross-funtional teams focused on improving OEE of highest volume machinesDesigned and implemented tooling for 6 Die 6 Blow Formax header

Greater Chicago Area

• Strengthened business relationship with customers and suppliers in midst of quality issues• Coordinated completion of Continuous Improvement projects based on manufacturing needs• Implemented corrective actions based on customer issues and manufacturing concerns• Managed internal part blueprints and new part sampling process• Managed relationship with raw material suppliers to ensure the reception of conforming product• Supported and Managed Quality Management System and compliance to ISO 9001• Oversaw PPAP submittals, Control Plans, PFMEAs, 8Ds, Tool Calibrations, and QMS Audits• Led trainings on workmanship standards and quality topics for over 70 employees• Ensured product compliance to UL, REACH/RoHS and SGCC/IGCC

Davenport, Iowa Area

Quality Engineer – JD Harvester Workso Managed quality concerns for Front End Equipment Assembly and Weld Departmentso Used SPC to analyze data trends and implement continuous improvement projects o Supported line operators with daily assembly issueso Supported multiple welding departments during 3rd shift to cover ramped up production schedules

Moline, Ia

● Quality Engineer – JD Harvester Workso Managed quality concerns for Paint departmento Used FMEAs, No Fault Forwards, Qnotes and other quality tools to drive continuous improvements o Supported line operators with daily assembly issues● Facilities Engineer – JD Harvester Works & JD Davenport Workso Project Manager for a variety of facilities construction projects to support manufacturing processes and uphold the integrity of buildings and utilities

Davenport, Iowa Area

● Raised funds for the university through cold calling● Total amount raised over $10,000

Rockford, Illinois Area

● Supported various project to improve workplace efficiency● AutoCAD; Creo Parametric

Rockford, Illinois Area

● Assisted head contractor with various household chores ranging from building a deck to repairing internal piping.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Industrial Engineering

Activities and Societies: Sigma Chi

Bachelor'S Degree, Industrial Engineering, Senior

Activities and Societies: Sigma Chi Fraternity. Dance Marathon participant.