JASON R. BOOTHROYD

**** *. **********, ******** ****, MI 49686

**** *. ******, *******, ** 49002

231-***-****

acck51@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

With my extensive experience and strong drive, I am looking to serve as a

significant contributor for an organization where solid leadership is

needed and appreciated. My excellent communication skills, education, and

practical knowledge of manufacturing make me a strong and versatile

professional in any manufacturing arena.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Chief Engineer

Portage, MI

Summit Polymers

Jan, 2014 to Current

I was recently assigned to serve as the company's primary engineering

interface for all General Motors business. Staff of direct reports is

responsible to lead all new business, including full service design and

build to print programs. Also responsible for engineering maintenance for

approximately $200M of active business across multiple international

manufacturing locations.

Program Manager

Portage, MI

Summit Polymers May, 2012

to Dec, 2013

Hired to manage a major program involving the start up of a new facility in

Silao, Mexico. Responsibilities included managing all aspects of acquiring

tooling and equipment for class A interior plastic injection molded panels

and assemblies, and integrating processes into a new facility. All

milestone targets were achieved on time.

- Exceeded profit targets on more than $30M of business (annual)

- Led all commercial negotiations to favorable outcomes

- Served as primary customer contact up to and throughout launch

Advanced Engineering Manager

Mason, MI

Gestamp Feb, 2011

to May, 2012

My main responsibility in this role was to manage all activities related to

launching a significant volume of incremental business for a plant

manufacturing hot stamped sheet metal structural components - taking annual

plant revenues from $70M to $120M.

- Provided oversight for the launch of $50M of new business

- Coordinated two plant expansions, increasing the facility from

400,000 to 550,000 sq. ft.

- Facilitated adding the infrastructure required to support such

growth, which included more than $30M of new capital

Program Manager

Livonia, MI

Tower Automotive Jul,

2009 to Jan, 2011

While working in this role, I was responsible for all aspects of new

business for two strategic Tower Automotive customers.

- Led quoting activities, including feasibility and process reviews

- Established overall tool build and launch plan for awarded

business, using a cross functional team including finance,

engineering, purchasing, quality, operations, materials, and human

resource departments

- Executed tool build and launch plan to meet company financial and

operational objectives

Operations Manager

Traverse City, MI

Tower Automotive

Mar, 2008 to Jun, 2009

Assumed responsibility for all manufacturing functions and initiated the

transition to operational excellence, guided and measured by data. Focus

was given to adherence to safety and work rules, workplace organization and

housekeeping, with a strong emphasis placed on improving internal

communication.

- Daily shop floor "focus" walks utilized for improving safety,

quality, and delivery metrics in several key manufacturing areas

- Production schedule completion improved from 36% to >90% in six

months

- Managed staff of 19 salaried and 275 hourly employees

Engineering Manager

Traverse City, MI

Tower Automotive Jul,

2005 to Mar, 2008

In this position I was responsible for all engineering related functions,

including new program launches, internal and customer initiated engineering

changes, manufacturing engineering, oversight of all skilled and semi-

skilled departments, and facilities management.

- Established budgets for annual tooling, capital, and MRO spending

- Standardized work methods developed and implemented for skilled and

semi-skilled functions

- Supported corporate transition from decentralized to centralized

engineering

Project Manager

Traverse City, MI

Tower Automotive Jan,

1998 to Jul, 2005

Major accomplishments included successful insourcing of business from

distressed customer suppliers and launching of new business. Starting with

customer interface and business sourcing, I managed the process of quoting

business, sourcing tooling and capital, and integration into operations.

- Launched over $110M in lifetime business within budget and with all

commercial issues resolved favorably

- Worked with several customers including, Toyota, Ford, Nissan,

Delphi, and Chrysler

- International experience included work in Japan, Italy, France,

Canada, and Mexico

Manufacturing Manager

Traverse City, MI

MascoTech Stamping Technologies, Inc

1995 to 1997

Quality Manager

Traverse City, MI

MascoTech Stamping Technologies, Inc

1989 to 1995

EDUCATION

Davenport University

Grand Rapids, MI

Bachelor of Applied Science, Manufacturing

2005

Highest Honors, GPA 4.0

Davenport University

Masters of Business Administration, Executive (EMBA)

Grand Rapids, MI

GPA 3.97

2013

OTHER SKILLS / TRAINING

- Proficient with computer software / applications, including

Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, QAD, SAP, and

AS400

- Significant training in problem solving techniques

- Extensive exposure to, and experience with, Toyota Production

System, lean manufacturing, and Kaizen

- Continuous Improvement training through National Technological

University

- Leadership communication training through Northwestern Michigan

College

- Trained mediator and served for local Conflict Resolution Service

References available upon request

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