Scott A. Portell

918-***-**** abodbt@r.postjobfree.com

Tulsa, OK

Summary

Experienced and accomplished Assembly Plant Manager with strong Sr. Process

Engineering background within various manufacturing environments. Proven

ability to direct technical and business teams, coordinate consultants, and

manage programs. Acknowledged for being adept at directing product

launches, business development efforts, content management, and business

integration. Documented expertise in complete project management, from

conceptualization and requirements determination to final testing and

implementation. Able to administer budgets, provide support for sales

groups, and develop outside partnerships. Known for complete data based

presentations, leadership, and bipartisan communication skills.

EXPERIENCE:

Spirit Aero Systems, Inc. 2011-Present

Production Manager oversees production in assembly of a multiple shift

operations, drives the achievement of production goals, as well as driving

Continuous Improvement Activities, assisting in the maintenance of unit

production equipment and improving safety and environmental performance

. Oversee the timely and efficient production and shipping of products

that meet specifications and customer requirements.

. Responsible for Structural assembly, and paint within the facility.

. Evaluate manufacturing processes and procedures for opportunities for

cost reduction, quality improvement, and greater production

efficiencies.

. Develop and implement plans and programs to reduce costs, improve

quality and maximize manufacturing efficiencies.

. Ensure that stated and established standards for product quality,

equipment performance and workers' contributions are maintained.

. Provide leadership in Continuous Improvement activities, including

Kaizen events and 6S, among others.

. Review, modify and upgrade work procedures to assure maximum

efficiencies and product quality.

. Develop and implement programs and procedures to assure improvement in

workplace safety and compliance with OHSA regulations.

GEA Rainey Corporation, Catoosa, Oklahoma 2007-2011

Assembly Plant Manager Results oriented Manager that focuses on

continuous improvement utilizing Six Sigma tools and Lean manufacturing.

Proven track record of sustainable cost reductions while maintaining

employee safety, quality and meeting deadlines. Successful

implementation of practices that have lead to companywide standardization

of processes.

.Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of

the Assembly Department

. Supervise up to 75 non- exempt employees, assign work and rewards.

.Interview, hire, train and appraise employees.

.Plan and control the budget for the department.

Labarge Inc. Tulsa, Oklahoma 2006-2007

Manufacturing Engineer/Project Provide engineering technical support and

design input for projects Conceive, develop, and implement manufacturing

processes for assembly production, including the development of work

instructions technically document procedures and processes Provide customer

interface on technical issues Collaborate with purchasing, production,

quality, contract management, and outside vendors to set and provide

engineering technical support and design input for projects

. Provide customer interface on technical issues

. Conduct root cause analysis and propose corrective actions for

continuous improvement and for resolutions to manufacturing problems

including processes, machines, or programming problems

. Develop new, automated processes using available software

. Develop test approach for new product meet schedules and accommodate

other customer requirements

Whirlpool Corporation, Tulsa Manufacturing Division, Tulsa, Oklahoma

2003-2006

Sr. Process Engineer of an assembly operation that produces

freestanding ranges for the home appliance industry. Responsible for

gas and electric high end products. Responsible for driving lean

manufacturing initiatives, financial, quality, and safety metrics.

. Project lead for new high speed production line for top end product

resulting in a cost savings and additional throughput.

. Managed the start up of a brand new line, which hit production

targets 1 month ahead of schedule

. Managed and drove a 20% improvement in productivity in less than

two years

. Participated in planning and implementing full integration of new

products.

. Managed multi-discipline teams during several projects that lead to

over all conversion cost reduction.

. Managed and completed new subassembly roll forming station. Prior

production rate was 1200 per shift; current production rate is 2000

per shift. Resulting in a shift reduction and manpower swing.

ITT Industries, Fluid handling Division, Searcy, Arkansas.

1998-2000, 2001-2003

Sr. Project Engineer of automotive development and launch

implementation. Responsible for Continuous process improvement through

concept and production launch.

2001-2003

Develop and maintain program plans that identify purpose, clear roles,

tasks, schedules, milestones, budgets, and measures of success

ensuring that all project team members have the tools and training

required to perform effectively. Key programs responsible for:

Chrysler, Ford, BMW, General Motors, Toyota, and Nissan.

. Managing programs from concept through production launch

. Prepare and update program documents including DFMEA's, APQP,DVP&R,

release drawings, tool/purchase order requests

. Key interface between the design staff and customer systems

requirements

. Act as Lead Customer contact on current programs, and past

production launch issues.

. Lead Cross functional teams to drive cost improvements for

division.

. Implemented cost reductions each year resulting in 2.5 million is

savings.

1998-2000

Develop and implement major capital plan projects. Specific project

examples include oversight of production line changes, process changes

associated with formula changes, looking at processing capabilities

and packaging capabilities, etc. Oversaw various machining, assembly,

and testing applications. Key programs responsible for: Chrysler,

Ford, BMW, General Motors, Toyota, and Nissan

. Consistently exceeded monthly budget performance for the past 2

fiscal years. Resulting in the most productive plant within ITT

Industries.

. Lead several projects resulting in cost reduction for Vendors.

. Certified Six Sigma Green Belt

. Implemented new cells for operations which resulting in a cost

reduction of 10%in labor.

. Lead key projects for automating processes, resulting in 250k per

year reduction in manpower, while increasing production rates to

meet customer demands.

. Acted as resource to the assembly lines for the purpose of solving

day-to-day product issues as they related to schedule, cost,

quality, and safety.

Ford Motor Co. St. Louis, Missouri.

2000 - 2001

Production Engineer Supervisor for the 2002 Ford Explore chassis

division St. Louis, Missouri assembly Plant. Responsible for daily

budget of (110) employees, monitored and analyzed data to

determine if systems were performing efficiently. Worked with

internal teams to provide engineering input to create system

optimization. Developed and provided ongoing support for projects

and took corrective action to resolve issues.

. Lead Engineer for production launch for General Assembly and

chassis department.

. Trained team members on lean manufacturing principles.

. Interacted with Materials department, Launch team associates, and

Safety to ensure a flawless launch.

. Exceeded full production rate one month prior to commitment date.

. Created continuous improvements while ensuring maintenance of Ford

Quality Standards

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE 1989 -

1997

Education

Southern Illinois University

. BS Industrial Technology Carbondale,

Illinois 2000

University Of Phoenix

. Completed 15 of 39 hours required for a Masters degree in Master of

Management GPA 4.0

Certifications

six sigma Black Belt, certified 2005,GREEN BELT, CERITFIED 2000

Technical Skills

Windows, B2B, M2M, NGOS, MS Office, Project, ERP, MRP Visio, PeopleSoft

(Supply Chain, Distribution, Financials, Manufacturing, Portal product)

AutoCAD, Excel, JMP, Mini-Tab

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