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Greenville, Ky, Us

Graham, Ky

- Responsible for leading Business Excellence (BEx) Continuous Improvement initiatives, with a focus on Lean Manufacturing.- Lead Implementer, Teacher and Coach of BEx for the Site. Active member and facilitator of the BEx Site Steering Committee, ITF and Site management team. - Coached personnel on implementation actions, proactively communicating between the various stakeholders to effect a smooth implementation.- Coached and Lead Daily Management System Implementation.- Provided site BEx leadership through direction, support and guidance in all aspects of Continuous Improvement methodologies.- Promoted and drove standardization of systems and processes.- Lead Facilitator for the Site - facilitated and participated in Incident investigations and problem solving workshops on a regular basis.- Managed Site Trainers and coordinate the training delivery schedule.- Provided internal BEx communication support for the site key stakeholders, particularly in relation to key messaging, language and tone appropriateness, communication methods and tools- Prepared reports and communicated updates as required on status, progress and outcomes of BEx process

Graham, Ky

- Provide leadership and direction toward the achievement of a high level of customer satisfaction thru continuous Product Quality Improvements (Manufacturing Process capability, robust controls and attention). Provide leadership and direction in the management of quality management processes, including focuses on management of change, root cause analysis and correction action and the reduction of waste.- Ensure compliance with applicable Company HSE Performance Standards, as well as applicable acts and regulations- Provide leadership and direction in the achievement of customer satisfaction- Lead and coach team leadership and work force in root cause analysis methodologies- Conduct FMEA analysis on critical processes and drive down RPNs- Conduct Process Capability Study on Critical Characteristics and Process, taking action to drive up CpK ratings- Training Six Sigma Green Belts within the organization and driving cross functional team improvement activities using proven statistical methods- Overseeing Quality Management System for the site and ensuring compliance to ISO 9001 and other applicable Quality Management System Standards- Responsible for Site in implementation of Bex Quality System Pillar within the organization- Responsible for maintenance compliance of our systems to ATF and DOD Quality System requirements.- Prepares PPAPs and First Articles where required- Employee Quality Training and Development of Workforce- Authority to make decisions on internal and external quality related issues, independently, but more often collaboratively with various stakeholders

Calvert City, Ky

Responsible for operations of Logistics team. - Ensured that work force had information and resources needed for operation- Lead initiatives for sustainability and improvement - Provided leadership and assistance with daily Logistics issues- Weekly Scheduling- Maintained KPI's and ensured timely, effective operation of resources

Calvert City, Ky

Process Engineer - Participate and contribute to the achievement of departmental goals, including goal setting; - Organize and implement Six Sigma initiatives- Project Coordinator for CAPEX implementation- Facilitate training sessions for employees on Improvement methodologies, tools, policies, practices and processes; - Develop and coach employees on the capabilities and knowledge in the application of the QIS methodology; - Collaborate on subjects pertaining to GBS processes, improvement standards, CAPEX standards, audits, 5S initiatives and FA management; - Assist with the development of the Annual Action Plan; - Implement new technology; - Develop standard operating procedures

Calvert City, Ky

Part of Working Cells Implementation Team. Organized training, aligned 5S with cell structure, organized and helped conduct DILO observations. Presenter during Working Cells Go Live event Oct.1, 2013.Conduct and direct standardization, audits, failure analysis,results management, 5S, QIS, and other areas pertaining to the standardization of production and the Gerdau Business System (GBS). Responsible for the oversight, contribution to, and support of training and development activities for employees at Gerdau CCK (Calvert City Mill).

Mooresville, North Carolina

NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race team. Responsible for all tire preparation and analysis involving many sets of tires throughout event. Worked as general crew mechanic/fabricator as needed.

Mooresville, North Carolina

NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race team. Responsible for all tire preparation and analysis involving many sets of tires throughout event. Worked as general crew mechanic/fabricator as needed. Shop duties included mechanic, fabricator, office electronics/computer maintenance. Responsible for race car interior, including installation and maintenance of all interior safety devices (seat, belts, fire suppression, etc.)

Eddyville, Kentucky

NASCAR Nationwide Series race team. In charge of all race car preparation including technical inspection, qualifying and race procedure. Responsible for improving methods and troubleshooting in order to remain competitive in elite series. Worked as fabricator and mechanic in shop. Specialized in car interior and finish fabrication.

Mooresville, North Carolina

ARCA Re/Max Series/NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race team. Worked as at-track crewmember involved in race preparations, including technical inspection, chassis adjustments, setup, gear changes, general car maintenance, and front tire changer. Worked as fabricator and mechanic in shop. Specialized in car interior and finish fabrication.

Madisonville, Ky

Responsible for testing performance of safety belts to ensure compliance with company standards. Duties include tensile and shear strength tests, energy measurement for pyrotechnics, and resultant record keeping. Worked as production associate assembling automotive seat belts on assembly line. Communicated with Engineers and Designers to build and improve new product cells. Responsible for implementing Six-Sigma Quality Standards and 5S organization practices.

Greenville, Kentucky

Assisted chief mechanic in customer automotive diagnostics & repair, including brakes, drive train, electrical, suspension and other mechanical issues. Responsible for organizing stock and shop maintenance.

Greenville, Ky

Responsible for food delivery, food preparation and kitchen/restaurant maintenance.

B.S., Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: ASME (Vice-President), AIAA, ASHRAE, SAEKentucky EIT - May 2012

Education record

- Grain to Glass production process for spirits distillation, including mash cooking, fermentation process, distillation, bottling.

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (A.A.S.), Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician

2nd Place, Conference For Student Research (Presentation on Automotive Ignition Systems and Computer Databases) (2003) Who’s Who Among.