FELIX GEORGE

*** ******* ****** • Bolingbrook, IL 60440 • jogad1@r.postjobfree.com • 630-***-****

SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER/ PROCESS ENGINEER

Manufacturing Engineer with extensive domestic and global experience developing manufacturing process and sustaining systems to reduce manufacturing costs with introduction of Lean Manufacturing Principles( Kanban, 5S, Kaizen and SMED), with the goal of increasing capacity and productivity. Responsible for shipments of quality parts and products while meeting or exceeding Key Performance Indicators.

 Developed specifications for robotic water jet technology to replace 20 operators on a traditional assembly line resulting in annual labor savings of $1,200,000 on a two shift operation.

 Display effective problem-solving skills; able to quickly adapt to new challenges to achieve common goals, developing and implementing new procedures to improve performance.

 Proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships with management, vendors, clients, and staff in fast-paced environments.

 Strong computer skills including proficiency in MS Windows Applications: Word, PowerPoint, Access, Works, and Excel.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Quantum Foods LLC – Bolingbrook, IL 2009-2010

Meat and Poultry Processor

Engineering Consultant (2009-2010)

Key Achievements:

• Developed design specifications for a Robotic Water Jet Cutting System for portioning meat per USDA standards & negotiated with machine builder for a cost of $925,000.

• Provide technical support to waste water treatment plant (WWTP) and monitor pollution emissions for annual reports to ensure IEPA compliance to the environment.

• Facility Engineering Projects: Detention ponds, mezzanines construction, parking lots, boiler installations, permit applications from governmental agencies.

FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION – University Park, IL 1990-2009

Worldwide manufacturer of emergency vehicle lights, sirens and security systems

Senior Manufacturing Engineer (1995-2009)

Collaborate with Design Engineering, Maintenance, Accounting, Marketing, Purchasing, and Tool & Parts Vendors. Prepare AFEs (Authorization For Expenditure) and capital budget expenditures for new product launch or sustaining manufacturing systems to assure customer expectations of all manufactured product lines. Adopt 5S and Lean Manufacturing techniques for process improvements thru Kaizen events.

Key Achievements:

• Convert new product designs for electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies into cost justifiable manufacturing process.

• Implemented Department of Defense compliance packaging and labeling standards for product shipments.

• Contributed to Global Business by developing manufacturing equipment specifications for a wholly-owned financial enterprise in China.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer/Production Supervisor (1994-1995)

Responsible for the supervision of a new product launch and development of the manufacturing process, including training and supervising of production personnel.

Key Achievements:

• Developed self-directed work teams which enabled reduced learning cycle time of the product, increased productivity and higher quality levels.

• Initiated Kanban production in the assembly workcells, enabling a significant reduction in inventory costs.

Manufacturing Engineer (1990-1993)

Develop new production workcells run by the Kanban systems for parts replenishment to support a JIT production system. Provided technical assistance to the production operations regarding the timely resolution of technical problems encountered on a daily basis.

Key Achievements:

• Converted inefficient paced production lines into self-contained workcells in response to customers request for shorter delivery times.

• Introduced ergonomic principles in the procurement of all the tools and equipment to address systemic operator injuries.

GTE COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS – Northlake, IL 1977-1990

Manufacturer of telephone transmission equipment

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing methods and plant layout for electro-mechanical assemblies.

Coordinate manufacturing launch for new and revised products. Determine and troubleshoot root causes for quality and productivity issues.

Analyze product designs for best method of manufacture in the Sheet Metal Fabrication department. Develop and implement process improvements for cost reductions.

EDUCATION

B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering, Milwaukee School of Engineering, Milwaukee, WI

A.A.Sc. Mechanical Engineering, Camden County College, Blackwood, NJ

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Proficient in Lean Manufacturing, Strong Mechanical aptitude in stamping, welding and assembly processes.

• Internal Auditor ISO9000. Ability to work well under compressed time constraints.

• Capable of extracting drawings from AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

• Well versed in Kanban production systems.

• Experienced in RFID compliance military labeling.

• USDA manufacturing standards.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Township Trustee, Dupage Township, Bolingbrook, IL

Former Vice President, Bolingbrook Jaycees

Member, Lions Club International, Bolingbrook, IL

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