Glenn E. Heath
White Lake Twsp., MI 48386
abm6dx@r.postjobfree.com
EXPERIENCE
*/****-*/**** ****** Metallurgist / Induction Engineer
(Process)/Supervisor/Quality Manager
American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc.
Detroit Gear and Axle, Detroit
Technical Center, Corporate Materials Laboratory, Rochester
Hills
Corporate Manufacturing Services, Induction Engineer (Process) responsible
for the corporate induction mass heating and induction heat treating for
AAM. Specified capital equipment purchases of induction equipment for the
AAM's Global operations. Lead Engineer on induction programs from
purchasing equipment, process development, run-off certification, install
in plant, PPAP and equipment release to production plant.
Senior Metallurgist in charge of in-line induction hardening of axle shafts
and carburization furnaces (6) for ring and pinion gears at the Detroit
axle manufacturing facility (five plants). Supported the axle
manufacturing facility by assisting in failure analysis of production parts
and vendor-supplied components in a on site metallurgical lab. Supervised
the operation of several in plant metallurgical axle inspection stations
manned by hourly associates. Experience with ISO/QS9000 procedures, APQP,
PFMEA, PPAP, Control Plans and A2LA/ISO 17025.
Supervised the Technical Center laboratory staff of five (5) and all
functions in a 4000 sq-ft materials laboratory. Managed documentation and
issued metallurgical reports and responsible for the quality system in the
laboratory. Created and maintained the A2LA Quality Manual, provided all
necessary information for Management Reviews, responsible for laboratory
proficiency testing, ensure that corrective actions were implemented on
time, and wrote QS 9000 procedures. Supported Product Engineering test lab
and product development, supported Manufacturing Plants with detailed
technical analysis, failure/fracture and material analysis, assisted
Product Engineers on blue print specifications and notes, and trained new
employees.
5/1997-3/1998 Metallurgical Laboratory Manager
Corporate Technical Center, Inc.
Advanced Materials Engineering and Testing Center
Managed multiple client based metallurgical engineering projects.
Developed and managed the CTC, Inc. calibration laboratory. Managed the
operation of a complete 4000 sq-ft optical, SEM/EDS and image analysis
metallurgical laboratory; performed failure/fracture and material analysis.
Experience with A2LA accreditation and ISO 9001 registration procedures
and guidelines. Instructed and trained engineering and technical personnel
on the proper usage of a metallurgical laboratory.
6/1996-5/1997 Metallurgical Laboratory Coordinator
CMI International, Inc.
CMI Technical Center
Metallurgical Laboratory Coordinator of the TEL (Technical Evaluation Lab)
with respect to lab operations and vendor interaction. Managed multiple in-
house metallurgical engineering R&D projects with cast aluminum alloys,
cast iron and cast stainless steels. Managed the operation of a complete
optical and image analysis metallurgical laboratory. Charged, alloyed,
operated and maintained three aluminum furnaces for TEL die casters.
Instructed and trained engineering and technical personnel on the proper
usage of a metallurgical laboratory.
2/1992-6/1996 Metallurgist, Supervisor of Metallographic Laboratory
Climax Research Services, Inc. (Stork)
Supervised the operation of a complete optical, SEM/EDS and image analysis
metallurgical laboratory. Maintained a multiple customer base. Performed
material and failure analysis, maintained and organized samples and test
records for accurate tracking and review, nstructed and trained engineering
and technical personnel on the proper usage of a metallurgical laboratory.
6/1985-2/1992 Metallurgist, Supervisor of Operations at AES
Metallurgical Laboratory
Modern Engineering Inc. (CDI)
Contracting to General Motors Technical Center, Advanced
Manufacturing and Engineering Group
Performed material and failure analysis for GM's Advanced Engineering Staff
and Divisions. Supervised operation of a complete optical, SEM/EDS/WDS,
OES chemical analyzer and image analysis metallurgical laboratory.
Maintained and organized samples and test records for accurate tracking and
review instructed and trained engineering personnel on the proper usage of
a metallurgical laboratory. Operation and knowledge of a Digital VT240
computer terminal, IBM-Models XT, AT and PS/2 and Apples's Macintosh
personal computer system.
12/1984-6/1985 Owner/Operator
G.E. Heath Services
Engineering services contracting to Volkswagen of America, Inc.,
Central Laboratory T.D.G.
Research and Developmental Projects. Testing equipment development for
Germany and the United States operation. Metallurgical Consulting - Advise
on spot welding of sheet steel with robotic welding devise. Mechanical
Engineering and design - Engineer and designed mountings for welding and
diesel projects. Drafting and Detail Drawing - Produced all drawings and
blueprints for the Test Development Group. Machining Prototype and
Production Parts - Worked as part of the machining process for all projects
in the Test Development Group. Graphic and Layout Art Design - Designed
and produced presentations for the projects involved in the Test
Development Group.
11/1983-12/1984 Rubber/Plastics and Metallurgical Lab Technician
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Central Laboratory
Developmental and first sample inspection of production parts. Maintained
and organized samples and test records for accurate tracking and review.
Knowledge of ASTM, SAE and German standards.
3/1983-11/1983 Coating (CVD/PVD) Technician - Metallurgical Lab Tech
Scientific Coating, Inc.
Supervised operation of CVD/PVD department (three shifts), and quality
control of all parts.
4/1981-3/1983 Coating (CVD) Technician - Metallurgical Lab Tech
Ti-Coating, Inc.
Supervised operations of furnaces, micro-polish parts (Punches, Die
sections), and quality control of all parts (Carbide and Tool Steel).
1992-1996 Macomb Community College
Part-time Instructor
Metallography
EDUCATION
Macomb Community College
Associates of General Studies
Associates of Metallurgical Science Technology
SOCIETIES AND MEMBERSHIPS
ASM International - Detroit Chapter
Service on Young Members and Student Affairs Committee from 1985-1991.
AWARDS
Metallurgical Engineering Assistant's Award (1990)
American Society for Materials International - Detroit Chapter.