Manager Technician
Resume:
R. Scott Smalley
Gaffney, S.C. 29341
E-mail: abl6kq@r.postjobfree.com
Objective :
To obtain a position with a company that promotes from within and offers the opportunity for long term growth. I have over
21 years of total manufacturing experience, and over 12 years of direct supervisory/management experience in fast paced
production environments.
Experience:
Suminoe Textiles of America
Gaffney, S.C.
May 2009 – Present
Process Engineer/Supervisor – Fabrics
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Providing technical support for all fabric processes including maintenance of process specifications, maintaining quality
systems for TS 16949 - assuring that all documentation is accurate, approved and applies to current processes. I also work
directly with suppliers - most notably greige fabric suppliers and ensuring their incoming products meet quality standards, and
assist in ensuring that all procedures relating to safety, quality, and 5S are understood and followed by all associates. I also
provide coverage for any shift supervisor absences/vacations.
Eaton Corporation
Kings Mountain, N.C.
August 2004 – May 2009
CNC Machine Technician/Assembly Line Technician
Began with Eaton as a technician in the assembly department building transmissions for heavy duty trucks. Placed in the
“rover” position and had a working knowledge of every job on the line. Responsibilities included: filling in for any absent
associates, training of new associates, assisting any area having problems, and assisting the coach in any area needed.
Transferred in 2007 to the machining side of the plant and was responsible for running CNC equipment in the Smooth Bore
Gear Department. This included the operation of an Okuma lathe, Gleason hob, and a Churchill gear shaver. Laid off May
2009.
Romeo Rim, Inc.
Gaffney, S.C.
May 2003- August 2004
Injection Mold/Paint Technician
Responsible for the operation of a reactive injection molding machine producing components for heavy duty tractor and truck
companies. This included the set-up, operation, and painting of various parts primarily consisting of fenders as well as other
internal components.
Liberty Fabrics
Woolwine VA.
February 2001 – March 2002
Knitting Department Manager
Responsible for 75+ associates in the elastics warp knitting department. Duties included the safety of all associates, the
constant monitoring and follow up of quality and efficiency concerns, and the timely completion of all style changes.
Responsible for training and employee relations.
National Textiles
Gaffney, S.C.
January 2000 – January 2001
Knitting Department Manager
Responsible for 110 associates in the production of circular knitted fabrics. Duties involved all facets of the knitting
department. Responsible for safety, training, product quality, and machine efficiency. I was instrumental in helping to
establish a new machine floor layout and implementing lean manufacturing concepts.
Liberty Fabrics
Jamesville, N.C.
November 1996- January 2000
Knitting Department Manager
Responsible for 90+ associates in the elastics warp knitting department. Duties included the safety of all associates, the
constant monitoring and follow up of quality and efficiency concerns, and the timely completion of all style changes. I was
instrumental in the design and implementation of a preventive maintenance program and also implemented a training program
for all existing technicians to become more proficient and efficient in their duties.
Milliken and Company
Marietta/Spartanburg SC
April 1989- November 1996
Advanced Production Manager
Began as a supervisor in the automotive nap warp knitting department. Promoted to process improvement specialist and was
responsible for 12 maintenance associates and 2 style changers in the maintenance of 57 warp knitting machines. Promoted
to advanced production manager and was responsible for the overall operation of the department.
Education
University of South Carolina/Spartanburg, B.S. Business Administration 1988
Cleveland Technical College, Shelby, N.C. Certificate of completion of the N.C. Manufacturing Certification Program 2004
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