Jack M. Shapourian

*** **** ***** ******

Cookeville, Tennessee 38501

Phone 931-***-****

Cellular 931-***-****

Professional Objective

To obtain an Engineering Manager, Senior Engineering or Safety Manager

position with a World Class company where I can fully use my knowledge

of manufacturing to bring about continuous improvement, safety and

financial growth within the organization.

Leadership Summary

Excellent communication and interactions with all levels of the

company.

Interacts daily with manufacturing and functional departments to

accomplish the task.

Strong ability to listen, balance points of view, and integrate ideas

into action.

Ability to analyze problems, both technical and behavioral in nature,

and provide practical solutions.

Demonstrated track record for assuming increased responsibilities.

Takes initiative and is able to efficiently handle a variety of tasks

and responsibilities simultaneously; works well under pressure

Thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Strong desire to coach and mentor potential leaders.

Meets deadlines; is adept at solving problems.

1. Excessive background in Continuous improvement activities (Kaizan) and

5S

2. Excessive knowledge and training in safety and ergonomics.

Professional Experience

Hutchinson FTS, Inc-Livingston, TN.

Hutchinson is a manufacturer of automotive a/c components and

assemblies. Our customers include Chrysler, Mercedes, Honda and Nissan.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - June 1993 to January 2012

Responsibilities currently include all engineering activities for the

Chrysler RT Minivan platform with annual sales in excess of $30 million.

Concentrated efforts have been focused to ensure adherence to overall

manufacturing systems. We strive to have a work environment that promotes

communication, cooperation, consistency, safety and a continuous

improvement environment that is value driven. Responsible for all platform

quoting activities which include cost estimating. Also have responsibility

for platform launches and specifying, purchasing and approving capital

equipment and tooling.

Operations Manager - July 1990 - May 1993

Responsibilities included the operation of a 90,000 ft2 facility that

produces assemblies for the Chrysler Minivan platform with annual

sales in excess of $55 million. I managed over 240 employees on three

shifts - including operators, mfg. technicians, supervisors, and

engineers. Achieved the "Pentestar Award" from Chrysler for Quality

and Delivery for the 1991 model year.

Nuturn Corporation - Smithville, TN.

Nuturn is a manufacturer of automotive friction materials (Brake

pads).

Manufacturing Process Engineer - June 1987 - June 1990

Responsible for process improvements in the lining department

including process flow improvements, time studies and new equipment

installation.

United technologies - Carrier Corporation - McMinnville, TN.

Carrier is a manufacturer of industrial and commercial HVAC units.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - June 1979 - May 1987

Responsibilities included:

Responsible for new product drawing review, manufacturing process

route sheets, layout of equipment and time studies. Implemented a

control box progressive assembly line to reduce labor by $200,000 per

year.

Education

Bachelor of Science, August 1976

Tennessee Technological University

Cookeville, TN

Major: Industrial Technology

Minor: Mathematics and Management

References

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