Christian Cantrell

***** ***** ***, **** 248-***-****

Eastpointe, Mi 48021 act0sj@r.postjobfree.com

Manufacturing Engineering * Process Engineering * Program Management * Quality Engineering & Management

Flexible & participative leader with over 20 years’ experience in Design & Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Process Engineering, & Program Management from quote/concept phase through product launch on through to production.

Proven history of successful management, team building, and production quality control. Extensive experience and knowledge in, engineering, process design and manufacturing utilizing WCM Methodologies.

Implemented WCM and served as the Focused Improvement Pillar Lead.

Area’s of Expertise Include:

* APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) * Statistical Process Control

* TS/16949, and ISO 9001 * PFMEA, & Control Plans

* PPAP * 8D Corrective Action Reports

* Root Cause Analysis * Document Control

* WCM * Focused Improvement (FI) Pillar Lead

* Process Design & Control * KPI Analysis

* Team Building * Budget Allocation/Forecasting

* Strategic Planning * Resource Allocation

* CAD Layout & Design * Cycle Time Reduction

* Kaizens * Pneumatic & Hydraulic Controls

Professional Experience

Engineer/Program Manager/Process Engineer/ Quality Manager- Modular Automotive Systems

Dec 09- Current

Fascia Assembly & Sequencing

Designed Fascia Assembly line and assembly line processes for programs that have up to 500 different part number configurations

Implemented, Trained and Mentored the WCM Focused Improvement Team that tackles top losses in manufacturing utilizing Kaizens

Process improvements in

assembly, and sub-assembly systems

cycle time reduction that leading to reduced labor

reduction of material wastes due to reduction internal quality defects during manufacturing

sonic weld machines, automated conveyors, assembly and sub-assembly systems, Dip-Spin paint line systems, Tube Milling Systems (Bend, roll-form, and weld steel tubes), presses, metal cutting, plastic cutting and trim systems, weld machines, ergonomic part handling/ part transfer, gauge systems, measurement systems.

Implemented & Maintained Quality System ISO 9001

PFMEA, Control Plan, Process Flow, PPAP

Assemble & Manage Launch Team, Build Operations Team

Implement Maintenance System & PM Schedules

Quality Engineer- IST(International Specialty Tube)

Dec 06- Dec 08

Stainless Steel Tube Manufacturer for the Automotive Industry using Tube Mills that bent, roll-formed and welded stainless steel sheets into exhaust tubes.

Implemented and Maintained Quality Control System, TS16949 for a company that expanded from 40 employees to over 200

Team Leader for APQP, PPAP's

Created and maintained PFMEA, Control Plan, Process Flow

Responsible for 8D Corrective Action Reports

Implemented process improvements on Tube Mill systems, Haven machines, and edge trimming systems

Monitored, and maintained quality in the manufacturing system using weld acid etch testing, eddy current testing, micrometers, microscopes, dial indicators, calipers, height/depth gauges .

Mechanical Design Engineer/Program Manager- Creative Ergonomic Systems (CES)

Jan 01-Nov 06

Ergonomic Engineering & Lift Equipment

Design ergonomic lift assist tooling and overhead rail systems

Design pneumatic and hydraulic systems and controls

Design & Build special machines, Troubleshoot controls systems

Research Technologist - Wayne State University

May 98-Jan 01

Assistant Engineer on Large Nuclear Physics’ Program

Designed special tools

Researched and tested special materials

Served as Purchasing Agent

Plant Manager

June 93-May 98 LeMica Corp

Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturer

Responsible for all aspects of production

Managed 25-30 personnel daily

Trained Supervisors and machine operators

Maintained Inventory and Quality Control systems

Education

Macomb Community College

Associate of General Studies, with Honors, Received May 2002

Accomplishments

Recognized for excellence in process design, production line design, plant operations, and successful production line launch. Program Manager and Process Engineer for 2015 UF Chrysler 200 Fascia Program that was awarded by Chrysler Engineering and Production Teams for contributions to their successful launch of the Chrysler 200.

Identified in (3) manufacturing magazines for innovative assembly line design that saved $2 million in equipment costs, 50% reduction in floor space, and improved quality through poke-yoke systems.

Cycle time reductions totaling $1.5 Million in past year across (3) Different Programs

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