Ron Hartman

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Leader in Product Design, Development & Manufacturing
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Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, United States, United States
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As a product design, development, and manufacturing professional, I bring 20+ years of success across diverse global engineering, program management, product planning, and factory management. Throughout my career, I have successfully designed and launched new vehicles, powertrain systems, components, and prototypes that have positively impacted return on investment (ROI). As a collaborative, approachable leader and relationship builder, I thrive on developing, coaching, and motivating high-performing team members to achieve aggressive deliverables. In addition, my wide-ranging global experience and cultural awareness have allowed me to build consensus amongst diverse on/offshore teams to drive results.I am currently looking to leverage my extensive expertise in manufacturing and transportation and am open to relocation.KEY STRENGTHS ➤New Product Introduction, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering, Reliability & Quality, Global Strategic Planning, Lean Six Sigma Budget & Resource Management, Product Support, Continuous Product Improvement

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Leader in Product Design, Development & Manufacturing
Ron Hartman Work Experience Details
  • Caterpillar Inc.
    Sr Supply Collaboration Engineer
    Caterpillar Inc. Jan 2017 - Jul 2021
    Tucson, Arizona, United States
    Team Leader Hydraulic Mining Shovels / Dortmund, Germany working at supplier in Croatia identified 104 productivity improvements on 14 buy level parts. Resourcing 71 Large Mining Truck parts from supplier Cat had to exit.SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS➤Croatia Supplier total savings of 27.93 hours per machine manufacturing time / 12.6% higher supplier delivery performance. ➤Designed 5 new Hydraulic Mining Shovel power module doors saving 11.5 hours manufacturing time (29% less time), higher quality.➤$109,028 savings resourcing 71 Large Mining Truck parts without causing not one line down at Decatur, IL Plant.
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  • Caterpillar Inc.
    Sr Engineering Specialist - Design
    Caterpillar Inc. Jul 2015 - Dec 2016
    Peoria, Illinois Area
    Spearheaded new product introduction (NPI), facilitating design reviews and FMEAs. Developed, implemented, and executed strategy for cab systems and components. Performed product feasibility investigations for next generation products. Provided technical guidance and ensured compliance with specifications and design guides.SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS➤Optimized processes, procedures, systems, and best practices to increase efficiency and quality.➤Identified opportunities to contain costs by analyzing product commonality matrices.➤Awarded patent for using LEDs in active matrix clusters to display active grade control.
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  • Caterpillar Inc.
    Engineering Specialist - Design
    Caterpillar Inc. Mar 2013 - Jun 2015
    Peoria, Illinois Area
    Managed a team of 3 engineers tasked with developing supplier-specific fact pacts with piece cost history, competitive quotes, part should cost, and labor, raw material, and utility costs.SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS➤Achieved cost reductions of $3.4M in 2013, $1.8M in 2014, and $1M in 2015.
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  • Caterpillar Inc
    Design Engineering Team Leader
    Caterpillar Inc Oct 2010 - Feb 2013
    Peoria, Il
    Directed a team of 4 engineers and a military contract program for CX28 automatic transmission at a Tennessee assembly plant. Facilitated training and support for a joint venture assembly plant in China.SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS➤Developed and implemented cost reductions of $2,233 per piece for CX28 transmission. ➤Provided subject matter expertise on FMEA, APQP, PPAP, 8D, product support, and cost savings.
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  • Ford Motor Company
    Product And Program Supervisor
    Ford Motor Company Dec 2007 - Aug 2008
    Dearborn, Michigan
    Managed a $33M program, a staff of 3 mechanical engineers, and 2 joint venture suppliers, Magna-Steyr and Navistar Truck. Facilitated the system integration and launch of powertrains on F650, F750, and Ranger vehicles and rolled out a new dual clutch transmission for the F650.SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS➤Developed and implemented engineering requirements for 2 new diesel engines including all new urea emission systems, 3 automatic transmissions, 3 manual transmissions, and 4 axles.➤Improved service year-to-date repairs by up to 20%.➤Realized cost savings of $62.50 per unit.
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  • Ford Motor Company
    Strategic Planning Supervisor / Global Program Management Team Leader
    Ford Motor Company Jan 2003 - Nov 2007
    Dearborn, Michigan
    Spearheaded a team of mechanical engineers and buyers conducting materials research, exploratory studies, and advanced development studies; managed program budgeting and forecasting.SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS➤Analyzed and defined technical requirements and objectives and developed long-range strategy.➤Managed resources for all global all-wheel-drive systems for Ford, Volvo, Jaguar, and Land Rover.➤Achieved $500M+ in cost savings within 5 years.
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  • Ford Motor Company
    Senior Mechanical Engineer
    Ford Motor Company Jan 2001 - Dec 2002
    Dearborn, Michigan
    Managed a $2.8M program and team tasked with research, design, and development.SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS➤Designed and released the first-ever focal transmission mount at Ford.➤Implemented geometric dimensioning and tolerance revisions to system design specifications.➤Reduced cost per unity by 22%, R/1000 by 18%, and TGW by 13%, saving $800K+.
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  • Ford Motor Company
    Engineering Supervisor
    Ford Motor Company Jan 1997 - Dec 2000
    Edison, New Jersey
    Managed $40M annual budget, 4 assembly plants, and a team of 4 mechanical engineers.SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS➤Developed and implemented design changes to improve quality, reduce cost, and resolve issues.➤Reduced TGW and R/1000 by 10% resulting in cost savings of $37M.
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  • Ford Motor Company
    Technical Quality Specialist Engineer
    Ford Motor Company Jan 1995 - Dec 1996
    Dearborn, Michigan
    Led $2M budget and global team of 10 proving ground/test lab supervisors and Belgian Oracle software engineers that created and implemented the first, current corporate-wide Global Common Durability Process and Information System for testing, incidents, concerns, testing measurements, and track management.
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  • Ford Motor Company
    Product Planning Supervisor
    Ford Motor Company Jan 1989 - Dec 1994
    Dearborn, Michigan
    Developed and built 110 plug-in electric vehicles with 100-mile range on single charge. Interfaced with 30 Lockheed Aerospace Engineers and led Program Management Teams on EV motor, dual battery, and climate controls. Served as Steering Committee Member for Hybrid Electric Vehicle Challenge.SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS➤ Drove $58M increase in profits by developing and implementing Premium-Priced Escort GT Feature Car.➤ Reduced piece costs $847 per vehicle by launching a new vehicle program for interior trim, seats, and electrical systems.➤Earned Ford Customer-Driven Quality Award issued by the Executive Vice President.
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  • Ford Motor Company
    Mechanical Engineer
    Ford Motor Company Jan 1987 - Dec 1988
    Dearborn, Michigan
    Worked on vehicle integration of small car climate controls, electrical systems, and engine cooling including hot and cold weather prototype testing.SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS➤Generated $2M in annual savings by designed steering column race assembly and eliminating rattle.➤ Achieved Best in Class A/C interior cooling for Tempo/Topaz by increasing a new 6mm condenser from 580mm to 610mm.➤ Drove savings of $1.55 per piece and $693K in tooling for Escort/Tempo by conducting design and crash film reviews to verify the pierce nut on seatbelt track was not required.
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