Khristopher E Keleher
Topeka, Kansas 66611
***********@*****.***
Objective
A supervisory position that will allow me to utilize my extensive skills in Manufacturing management,
Maintenance, and Continuous Improvement.
Work Experience
10/2011 - Present
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Topeka, Kansas
Area Manager
Promote safety in aspects of every task. Develop employees and foster a team
culture. Use knowledge of Lean manufacturing, GOS, 5S and 4M to aid in the
development of the plants OTR Ultra Operations while maintaining the smooth and
timely flow of plant production, ensuring a quality product is delivered to the
customer. Lead adherence of all procedures, audits, practices, and standard work
within the operation. Rated top performer two years in a row.
05/2011 – 10/2011
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Topeka, Kansas
Quality Assurance Technician
Served as "eyes and ears" for Compounder's. Assisted in the setup and testing of nonproductive compounds.
Found and reported several issues to Technology Team Leaders in an attempt to improve mix specifications and
aid in the further development of compounds.
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Topeka, Kansas 07/2010 - 05/2011
Banbury Trucker
Assisted in the storage and running of pelletized rubber.
Assisted in training of new employees.
Long Lighting Studio, Topeka, Kansas 01/2010 - 07/2010
Warehouse Manager
Managed and assisted in the receiving, storage, and delivery of household lighting products.
Speedycom, Wellington, Kansas 01/2009 - 01/2010
Contract Installer
Contracted with Directv and Wildblue Satellite Systems. Thorough knowledge of KAKU and Wildblue systems as
well as household cable and phone lines. Installed both types of systems seven days a week using the most up-
to-date tools and technology.
TECT Aerospace, Wellington, Kansas 01/2008 - 01/2009
Manual Machinist
Produced aircraft components for several major aerospace companies.
Qualified to use manual and 3D upright milling machines.
Diversified Services Inc., Wellington, Kansas 01/2007 - 01/2008
Lead Painter
Managed a team of three employees who ran all aspects of finishing aerospace components for several major
aerospace companies.
Education
Fort Hays State University Hays, Kansas 2012 - Present
Attending classes toward Bachelor’s in Technology Management
Allen Community College Burlingame, Kansas 2011-2012
Associate of Science in Biology
Associate of Arts in Business
2010 - 2011
Washburn University Topeka, Kansas
Earned 30 credits toward a Bachelor's of Business Management
Dean's Honor Roll
Awards
Silver Pride Medal Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company
Received for continued excellence in continuous improvement.