Washington, PA E-mail
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com
Jeffrey E. Ross
Objective To find a challenging position in an organization where I
can utilize my skills and establish myself as a
contributing member of a team.
Work experience 2006 - Present Lockheed Martin - Fairmont, WV
Quality Assurance Manager - January 2006 to Present
Responsible for the quality activities and processes of a
software development facilities
Trained in Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt Certified
Participated in pilot CMMI Version 1.2 Training in June
2006
Worked on 3 programs
2003 - Present Howard Hanna Real Estate Co. -
Washington, PA
Real Estate Agent - December 2003 to Present
Further developed my sales skills in a self motivated
independent contractor environment.
Accomplishments include: selling 1 million dollars my
first year, most improved office of Howard Hanna in 2004,
sold 2.5 million in 2005 and 1.0 Million part-time in
2006. Member of Circle of Excellence in 2004 and 2005
1979 - 2003 Washington Penn Plastic Co., Inc -
Washington, PA
Plant Manager - V-BAT Division - September 2002 to August
2003
Responsible for all production activities, determine
requirements for projects and major purchases,
troubleshoot problems, improve housekeeping, safety and
the elimination of bottlenecks.
Accomplishments include: no lost time accidents, no
grievances and further development of professional growth
for the staff.
Process Engineer - Arden Division - November 2000 to
September 2002
Responsible for the development and standardization of
process conditions.
Assist manufacturing in troubleshooting processing
problems.
Accomplishments include: working with all maintenance
supervisors in developing, ordering and maintaining
information on screws and barrels across the
organization.
Director of Manufacturing - Uniform Color - May 2000 to
November 2000
Responsible for all production activities, determine
requirements for projects and major purchases,
troubleshoot problems, improve housekeeping, safety and
the elimination of bottlenecks.
Part of the management team that set the direction of the
company.
Product Manager - Automotive - November 1998 to May 2000
Responsible for profitability of Automotive Market of WPP
which represented >
40 % of our business.
Responsibilities include: setting pricing with customers
and sales force, approving projects, monitoring projects,
developing contracts with major customers, negotiating
with General Motors and Delphi and maintaining
relationships with key customers.
Plant Manager - PPD Division - April 1996 to November
1998
Responsible for all production activities, determine
requirements for projects and major purchases,
troubleshoot problems, improve housekeeping, safety and
the elimination of bottlenecks.
Accomplishments include the installation of a railcar
unloading system, 3 silos, a 4-1/2 inch Twin Screw
Extrusion Line.
Vice-President of Human Resources - April 1991 to
November 1998
Responsible for the Union relationship, handling
grievances, arbitrations, contract negotiations,
establishing work rules and overseeing all Human Resource
functions.
Accomplishments include the establishment of an EAP
Program, selection of cost effective medical insurance,
installation of a 401-k Program and were part of two
acquisition teams - UCC and PRC.
Part of the management team that set the direction of the
company.
Vice-President of Quality - May 1986 to April 1996
Responsible for all Quality Control Laboratories (Arden,
V-BAT and PPD), establishing test methods, resolving
problems between labs, setting the direction for WPP to
achieve ISO 9001 and QS 9000 Accreditation and
laboratories A2LA Accreditation.
Accomplishments include: receiving a number of quality
awards from customers including: Ford (Q-1), Chrysler
(Pentastar), Packard Electric and Whirlpool.
Part of the management team that set the direction of the
company.
Director of Quality - 1983 to May 1986
Responsibilities were the same as Vice-President of
Quality.
QC Manager & Product Development Engineer - August 1979
to 1983
Responsible for establishing test methods, training
laboratory personnel, reviewing test results, approving
material for shipment, developing products, visiting
customers.
Education 1975 - 1979 University of Lowell Lowell, MA
BS Plastics Engineering
Other awards or achievements include:
Certified Lead Assessor - ISO/QS 9000 - January 1994
Dale Carnegie - February 2000
Interests and Family, church, volleyball, basketball, golf
activities