JAMES M. VALENTINE

PO Box **** - Anderson, SC ***22

864-***-****

adxn37@r.postjobfree.com

QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive experience in Operations and Manufacturing Management of Plastic, Medical Devises, Aerospace, CNC Machinery, Metals, & Automotive

Impressive record of improving efficiency, productivity, and profitability through process improvement

Proficiency in presentation, negotiation, writing skills and dedicated professional

Respected leader adapts at team building, training, mentoring and motivating diverse staff

Aptitude for strategic planning, analyzing and integrating new technology and information

EXPERIENCE

Manufacturing Production Supervisor: Gestamp North America Automotive Inc., (Metal Stamping) Union, SC September/2016 to Present

Manage launch management activities and pre-series builds to support internal and external customers.

Assign daily work tasks for manufacturing Associates, ensuring proper job rotation.

Trains employees to perform assemblies to specifications and documents training records, ensures that production scheduling and production plan meets the volume requirements agreed in the demand plan and defined inventory service levels.

Coordinate production departments such as quality, delivery, and cost, in order to support business development, capacity, and continuity; 6S, Kaizen, Kanban, SAP, OSHA 18001, KPI’s, JIT.

Responsible to lead team and promote teamwork to achieve objectives.

Ensure implementation of planning phase for equipment installations in the plant related to pre-series and launch management projects in coordination with the manufacturing planning department.

Support change management processes regarding launch management timing, SAP, and engineering change implications (quotations, validations, timing, communications to affected departments/groups,).

Participate in the development and continuous improvement of departmental guidelines and procedures.

Ensure project compliance with all IATF/TS16949-2016 and ISO-14001and ISO-9001-2015.

Shift Supervisor: International Automotive Components Inc., (Carpet and Form) Spartanburg, SC September/2015 to September/2016 (Compression Molding/Injection Molding)

Coordinate shop production schedules and directs activities of production team, sets priorities for day-to-day planning / equipment maintenance, and maintains appropriate production staffing as needed to meet company goals. Contribute to cost reduction by Lean Manufacturing Methods.

Strong leader of lean manufacturing principal knowledge, and knowledge of production equipment.

Coordinate manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; hands-on planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.

Achieved production target by managing production forecast and production KPI.

Coached, counseled, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, OSHA, SOP’s, OEE, ERP, PPM, policies, procedures, and plans to check the execution rate of material transfer instruction to sub-production-process.

Directed plant in continuous improvement initiatives, KPI’s Performance, such as Kaizen 6S with safety, TPS, TPM, SPC, SAP/MRP, PDCA, PLC, ISO 9001-2015, IATF/TS16949-2016, Six Sigma, PFMEA, 6S, Kaizen events, and lean manufacturing.

Defined negotiate and control the department budget, build, deploy, track, and coordinate the flow and Kanban Inventory Control, ensuring that all direct reports and production associates are treated fairly, correctly trained and motivated, using Kanban (Pull/Push Systems), Value Steam Mapping.

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Production Shift Supervisor: Plastic Omnium Automotive Exterior Inc., (Fenders & Bumper) Anderson, SC

January/2011 to September/2015 (10 years Plastic Injection Molding experience)

Monitor and direct day to day process development to ensure safety, product quality, timely product shipments, continuing cost effectiveness and divisional profitability.

Directly oversee the hiring, training, hands-on to develop a highly motivated workforce elevate the skill level of employees, as well as, safety, quality, cost, production, delivery meet company financial goals.

Cascaded Target and Escalated Issues, for product launch, to ensure successful launch of new products meeting quality specification, standardized work systems and delivery profitability.

Monitored results using KPIs for Safety Performance, OSHA 18001 Health/Safety, Product Delivery, and Product Quality, Productivity Budget Management and takes corrective actions when warranted.

Developed and executes strategies plans to meet expectations for factory throughput/output manufacturing efficiency, and establishes budgets, plant performance targets, disciplinary measures as needed to Monitored the relationship of downtime as it directly relates to quality, OEE, PPM efficiency.

Communicate expectations for continuous improvement and hold team members accountable for delivering exceptional performance results, Tier-1 supplier, value stream management, TPS, Kiazen, Kanban, cGMPS, SOP’s, VSD, SMED, PFMEA, MRP, PPAP, TPM, PLC, PDCA, SAP, 6S, 8D, experienced in Plastic Injection Molding, Blow Molding, LSR Extrusion Molding/Metal Stamping, Error Proofing, and knowledge of ISO14001, ISO9001-2015 / TS/IATF16949.

Production Operations Supervisor: Precision South Carolina Plastic Inc., (Cosmetics) Travelers Rest, SC

January/2006 to January/2011 (Plastic Injection Molding and Metal Stamping)

Ensures customers’ needs are appropriately met by shipping to schedule with minimum turnaround time and a high degree of quality, working closely with the Quality Manager.

Coordinated the activities of production operations to drive results focused on reducing cost through LEAN methodology, SHE, quality, timing and (Integrated Process Improvement) IPI’s.

Responsible for the development and general labor relations of department personnel directly or through subordinates. Extensive knowledge of Form Thermal Molding and Plastic Injection Molding.

Evaluated the effectiveness of the manufacturing area in order to meet expectations; GMP, WI, SOP’s, developed a team approach towards product innovation and continuous improvement.

Lead and manage all resources to ensure the achievement of all KPI's, drive continuous improvement by taking a leadership role in Lean Principles/Thinking/Tools and Visual Management

Coordinated with planning, logistics and finance to develop a system for scheduling, production attainment to plan and budget preparation.

Assisted in process improvement efforts by working across disciplines to identify, implement, and validate process changes, PLC, and introduce new products.

Managed project development expenditures versus the planned project budget; identified any deviation to project agreed budget (Hours, Total Development Budget/Other Cost).

Skills: Constraint Management, 5S, VFM, value stream mapping, TPM, SPC, CRP, MRP, PFMEA, ISO 14001, ISO 9001-2009, SAP, SMED, Root Cause Analyses, Plant #1 Foam Thermal Molding Injection, Plastic Injection Molding Assembling/ Plant #2 Metal Stamping Assembling, and Lean Six Sigma.

Manufacturing Manager: Mark IV Automotive Inc., (Tier-1, High Pressure Fluid Lines) Easley, SC

May/2005 to December/2005

Plans and manages the manufacturing functions on all shifts including, planning the production flow, troubleshooting issues, handling staffing and performance issues, GMP, monitoring production orders and schedules.

Applied diverse set of Manufacturing Engineering and leadership skills.

Develops and revises operational work practices, communicates and instructs in implementing

Responsible for manufacturing process improvements, financial results, quality improvements, cost reduction, product industrialization, materials layout and flow optimization.

Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Methodology and knowledge of PLC, PDCA, OSHA 18001, TS16949, ISO14001, ISO 9001-2000, SAP, PFMEA, Root Cause Analyses.

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Manufacturing Operations Manager: Jarden Plastic Solutions Inc., (Medical Devices) Greer, SC

May/2004 to May/2005 (Plastic Injection Molding)

Planned and directed production activities and established production priorities for products in keeping with effective operations, cost factors, and Medical Device Assembly/Plastic Injection Molding High Volume.

Reviewed and analyzed production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity to specifications and production problems.

Developed and implemented operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems, improve product quality, and reduce cost.

Supervised and trained 80 employees for high-speed production lines - medical device equipment, injection molding, and blow molding automotive components.

Coordinated the Lean manufacturing, ERP, MRP, 5S, kanban (Pull Systems), standardized work, policy deployment, work cell design, mistake proofing, TPM, Kronos, JIT, FDA, GMP, and kaizen continuous improvement activities in the areas of safety, PFMEA, SOP’s, value stream mapping, product quality standards and optimizing costs, PLC, OSHA, SPC, ISO1400, IS0013485 quality control specification.

Responsibility for continuous and efficient production while adhering to delivery schedules.

Established standards of performance, evaluated progress, and analyzed problems.

Provided leadership and direction to employees, while ensuring that all policies and procedures were followed. This included interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, and directing work. Other responsibilities included appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.

Troubleshot and repaired automation equipment and process control systems including PLC.

Worked with suppliers to resolve quality issues and reduce product costs by improving process capabilities or by product redesign. Wrote inspection instructions and acceptance test procedures; analyzed defect data to continually reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), CRP, and Customer Escape issues; and performed Quality System activities in support of customer and regulatory requirements.

Senior Engineer Manager: Kemet Electronic Inc., (Electronic Ceramic Chip Compositors) Simpsonville, SC

August/1999 to April/2004

Excellent teamwork skills which include demonstrating a positive attitude, good work ethic and sense of urgency in completing tasks/projects driven.

Effectively completed multiple projects while maintaining strict budget control and Lean manufacturing.

Prepared and submitted forecasts of financial and resource requirements to Senior Management for planning.

Must be able and willing to work any shift, focus pay close attention to detail record keeping.

Developed project plan, coordinated projects, communicated changes and progress to ensure completion of projects on time and budget.

Provided leadership for the shift team under tight deadline schedules and maintained a safe work environment.

Identified and resolved problems in a timely manner; gathered and analyzed information skillfully; and. developed rational solutions.

Responded promptly to customer needs; solicited customer feedback to improve service; responded to requests for service and assistance; met commitments; and sought positive resolution of problems.

Coordinated Lean Manufacturing, kanban (Pull Systems), standardized work, policy deployment, work cell design, mistake proofing, PPAP, PLC, SPC, PDCA, PFMEA, SAP, MRP, CRP, SOP’s, GMP, Kaizen 5S, TPM, OEE, JIT, kaizen continuous improvement activities in the areas of safety, QS9001, ISO1400, OSHA quality control specification, productivity and cost savings.

Prepared forecast 6 - 24 months on project plans; justified capital expenditure on projects; and supported sales team, vendors and customers.

Coordinated successful implementation of new or modified equipment; assembled process control systems including PLC; and distributed control systems.

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Manufacturing Manager: Foundry and Steel Inc., (Mechanical Designing & Metal Fabrication) Anderson, SC

January/1987 to August/1999

Supervised, trained and operated manual, CNC programming/CADCAM, machining practices; turning centers, milling machine, grinder, boring mills, tool and die maker, brazing, welding, metal heat treat, assembly/sheet metal fabrication shop.

Created detailed 3D designs using AutoCad2000 and mechanical desktop for parts specifications; modified existing equipment and new projects.

Lead a cross-functional team and managed all aspects of development to deliver new products with exceptional quality, on time and to budget which met the needs of the customer.

Hired, coached, SOP’s trained and developed of the operations management team and staff of 40 employees, able to read and interpret blueprints to customer specifications.

Ten years of practical experience in heat treatment of alloys, including aluminum, titanium and exotic metals or related and the ability to manage multi-level employees and functions of 20 years’ experience in a supervisory role.

Oversee budget for the design, maintenance, and repair of machinery, equipment, and tools used in the production operation.

Evaluated and recommended new technology and ideas for increased production efficiency, resource utilization, and reduced material variance.

Managed daily activities for facility to maximize the efficiency of the plant layout, maintenance, lean manufacturing, kaizen, and continuous improvement.

Interacted with vendors, materials management, process die fixtures and tooling.

Served as a member of a weekly discussion and action group which resolved Production, Quality, and Engineering Department scheduling issues and conflicts.

Deployed quality systems in department for compliance to documented procedures and improvement goals, Embedded Fanless Systems.

Skills: Knowledge of PPAP, PLC, SPC, CRP, MRP, PDCA, OSHA 18001, GMP, SOP’s, Kaizen 5S, mistake proofing, standardized work, policy deployment, TPM, MRP, JIT, sales.

Design projects from conception to completion, using Mechanical Desktop/Solid-work, 3D design.

EDUCATION

B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Clemson University, Clemson, SC

A.S. Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, Greenville Technical College, Greenville, SC

A.S. Machine Tool/Mechanical Designing Technology, Tri-County Technical College, Pendleton, SC

Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Black Belt Certification

Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Green Belt Certification

COMPUTER SKILLS:

AutoCAD 2012/Solid Work license, Visual Basic, 365 Microsoft Office Professional Certification, Microsoft Office Professional Certification, SAP, Pro-E, Master-Cam/Solid-Work, CATIA/V5 Surface/Solid Modeling, Professional license Engineering, 14 Years of Metal Fabrication, 12 years of Injection Molding, AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop, and Visio Design software, Kronos, E-Time, AOD, SAP, Knowledge in Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Core Quality Tools used (SPC, APQP, PFMEA, MSA, PPAP, and DMAIC), Quality Control (TQC) and Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP)

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