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Resume:
Gordon Alan Simerson
Eubank Ky
***********@*****.***
Manufacturing Manager with over 23 years of experience with demonstrated
ability to:
effectively lead, coach and develop a large work team to accomplish
operational objectives identify, diagnose and resolve operational,
manufacturing and maintenance problems within deadlines,plan work flow,
championed rubber/vinyl coating process for MRAP vehicles for US military
utilized in safety and insulated coatings used in combat zones,manage
multiple priorities and meet daily production targets while consistently
reducing downtime, develop new procedures and processes to improve
production accuracy, set up health and safety audit procedures and improve
safety efficiencies. Competently utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC
and related process improvement techniques to ensure the most cost-
effective manufacturing process, establish and maintain acceptable quality
levels for all assigned products. Interpret and develop reports including
standard operating procedures and efficiently set and control operational
budgets and P&L performance.
EMPLOYMENT:
Faurecia Emissions Control, Louisville Ky April 2012-Present
Operations Supervisor: Make sure QCD indicators reflect customer
expectations
Define, together with the supervisors of the other shifts and the UAP
manager, QCDP targets for the GAPs (improvement versus actual situation):
ppm, pph, TRS, absenteeism, number of accidents, improvement ideas...
Monitor performance during the shift and report accurate data at the end of
the shift
Manage resources to reach results: adapt headcount to volume, etc
React in case of a problem: take care of immediate containment, call
support functions, build corrective action plans
Replace GAP leader when necessary
Drive actions for improvement:
Know team problems, seek feedbacks
Define area for performance improvements
Drive teamwork and problem-solving activities, lead Problem Solving Groups
and workshops (5S, Hoshin, TPM, SMED, 6 Quality Basics
Drive improvement ideas generation and implementation
Ensure audits of standardized work are conducted by GAP leaders on a daily
basis and ensure corrective actions are taking place.
Corning Inc. Harrodsburg KY November 2010-Feb 2012
Area Supervisor: Direct and supervise production of precision flat panel
display glass during a specified shift. Gather and analyze Process data
relating to Continuous Flow process. Utilize knowledge of process control
for manufacturing decision making
Direct and assign daily work assignments for hourly employees on the shift
Achieve and maintain superior safety and housekeeping performance
Define and achieve quality performance that allows HAKY to meet or exceed
customer expectations and
Manufacturing goals and objectives
Hold team to standard operating procedures, code of conduct,
plant/company rules, collective bargaining agreement
Engage the Union workforce through setting clear expectations and holding
the team accountable
Drive continual process improvement
Utilize Six Sigma Process to eliminate Cause and Effect
BAE Systems York, PA October 2006-May2010
Manufacturing Manager: Responsible for all phases of daily plant operations
including, production schedule, quality, and safety while managing
production costs for multiple Defense contracts which included Bradley,
Paladin, M88 Hercules and MRAP Tactical Wheeled Vehicle assembly.
Supervised 5 supervisors, 9 Engineers, and over 150 Federal union employees
Responsible for exceeding safety, quality, cost, and schedule KPI's
Manufacturing manager for new Tactical Wheeled vehicle product line for US
Army and Marine Corps (MRAP Vehicles)
Assisted in plant start up operations at Letterkenny Army Depot
Team produced fastest wheeled vehicle from design to final assembly to date
(57 days)
Lead as Site Operations Manager role when required and Engage VIP's to
include members of Senate and high ranking military and civilian officials.
Initiated teams for Six Sigma and Lead Process
Champion of Emergency Response Team
Bustin Industrial Products Inc East Stroudsburg Pa April 2006-October 2006
Plant Supervisor: Responsible for production planning, production
management, product quality and plant safety for manufacturer of aluminum
and steel grating. Involved in employee hiring as well as new staff
training. Managed 27 direct union reports.
Led new product development team in dip coat process for Sysco regrigerated
products
Initiated and performed repairs in the execution of safety upgrades on
product which required extensive travel.
Performed employee evaluations/counseling
Penn Summit Tubular LLC West Hazleton Pa. July 2005-April 2006
Production Supervisor: for company which produced cellular, and power
transmission poles. Was responsible for meeting all production time lines,
product scheduling, material ordering and purchasing of plant equipment,
plant safety committee while directing 35 person production units.
Plant supervisor for 2nd shift
Maintained or exceeded cost and schedule for customer product
Performed employee evaluations/counseling
Assisted R&D team
Air Products & Chemicals, Inc., Hanover, PA April 2001-July 2005
Lead Man for Welding/Heat Exchange department. Duties include utilizing
GTAW and GMAW processes in accordance with blueprint specifications to weld
piping components to an LNG heat exchanger. Each project encompasses a 12-
month period to complete critical fabrication aspects on vessels with very
low tolerances and ensuring zero defects by x-raying all joints.
Union representative for 45 employees
Shift lead man responsible for scheduling and training of new hires
Member of Medical Response Team
Victory Energy Corporation, Indiana, PA Nov 1999- ApriI 2001
Welder, Foreman: Responsibilities included all aspects of welding on
facilities and equipment for a natural gas-drilling company to include the
installation, fabrication, and repair of all gas-line projects.
Harley Davidson Motor Company, Eden Rd., York, March 1995-Nov 1999
Welder, Lead man Duties included completing the welding aspects of
manufacturing Harley Davidson motorcycles
Part of a demo team to promote Harley Davidson products
Evaluate product performance in accordance with engineering standards.
Welder on assembly line/ assembler on assembly line
Member of safety and first response teams
Education
Luzerne County Community College
Military Police Training 2003 (US Army)
Civil Engineering Technical School, 1987 (Air Force)
Military
March 1987-March 1992- United States Air Force
September 2001-July 2006 United States Army Reserve
Specialized Military Training:
Non Commissioned Officer
Paladin Weapons Training
Combat Engineer/Base Denial Technical Training
Military Police Training
Air Borne/Air Assault School
Combat Medical Lifesaver certified 7 yrs (assisted Combat Medic)
TOURS OF DUTY:
2003-2008 Operation Iraqi/Enduring Freedom, Iraq/Kuwait/Afghanistan
as Platoon Sergeant
2003 Operation Keystone, Local Security - Nuclear Power Plant Security
Force Leader
2001-2002 Deployment to Bosnia/ Security Force Detail
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