Engineer Engineering

Samuel Woodward ***** Knollwood Road, Northport, AL 35475

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Summary

Multi-functional engineer with experience in various concentrations

including quality, mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and industrial

engineering. Utilize exemplary leadership, time-management, critical

thinking/analysis, problem resolution, written/verbal communication and

human resources management skills to plan and schedule processes associated

with design, development, implementation, and maintenance.

Areas of Expertise and Achievements

. Successful record of using process flow analysis tools to reduce cost

while maintaining quality,

quantity, and safety.

. Have a thorough knowledge of ASTM / AINSI specs, APQP / PPAP

management

(FMEA, CTRL PLAN CAP STUDIES, PROCESS DOCUMENTATION) defect

management, supplier development, SPC systems (ASI DataMyte)

optical/CMM, multi-sensor

gauging (OGP System), internal / external audits and supplier

development.

. Possess in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, QS/TS 16949.

. In 2007, researched, developed, and implemented assembly line

redesign and rebalance, reducing costs 28%.

. Spearheaded long-range planning to prepare for growth and

technological change.

. Researched and implemented steering column part presentation,

reducing recordable injuries by 60%.

. Applied CAD tools to redefine plant layout, reducing design

time by 70%.

. Reduced direct and indirect labor headcount by 15%, thus

reducing operational expense.

. Institutionalized process of conducting follow-up studies of

engineering projects to identify opportunities to improve products or

processes.

. Led multi-functional team to redesign process flow in plant #2

of the Mercedes-Benz assembly plant, resulting in an annual cost savings

of $450,000.

Experience

Delphi Automotive (Inteva), Cottondale, Alabama 2007 to 2010

Product Integration Engineer / APQP

. Use engineering principles to provide efficient solutions to the

development of processes and products.

. Preparation of PPAP documentation.

. Perform Feasibility/Capability Studies

. Conducting supplier audits to improve in-coming PPM levels.

. Evaluate supplier performance for QIP.

. Coordinate performance evaluation of processes for quality

improvement projects.

. Documentation control of Customer Product Specification and

releases..

. Coordinate Process and Quality improvement programs in manufacturing,

inspection, gauging and tooling.

. Development of project specification with other engineers, often

including those from other engineering disciplines.

. Develop, test and evaluate theoretical designs associated with

mechanical and electrical functions of the Mercedes-Benz W/X164 and W251

cockpits.

. Communicate the implications of issues such as cost, safety and time

constraints to appropriate leadership.

. Launch, feedback, assessment, and corrective action of product and

processes.

. Recommend modifications following prototype test results.

Delphi Automotive, Cottondale, Alabama

2004 to 2007

Industrial Engineer

. Worked together with manufacturing operators and supervisors, quality

technicians, and the customer to develop, implement, and continuously

maintain standardized work methods so that lean process flow can be

achieved without sacrificing quality or efficiency.

. Maintained continuous improvement (Kaizen) by attending and /or

leading bi-monthly Kaizen workshops.

. Attended yearly DoJo workshops where subjects such as lean, pull,

problem solving, etc. are taught and certification exams must be passed.

Delphi Automotive, Cottondale, Alabama 2003 to 2004

Industrial Engineering Technician

. Worked closely with manufacturing engineers to develop and implement

ideas for continuous improvement.

. Gathered data by conducting time studies, torque analysis, ergonomic

studies, and other various logging methods.

. Frequently talked to line operators to get their input and ideas to

increase efficiency.

Friday Lumber Company, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 1998 to 2003

Construction Engineer / Project Cost Estimator

. Analyzed blueprints and drawings to advise builders and contractors as

to the most cost effective building methods, while meeting or exceeding

state and local building codes.

. Conducted daily on-site meetings with project foremen to verify all

necessary building methods and correct materials were being utilized.

Education

University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 1997

B.S., Mechanical Engineering

Additional Skills

. Alabama Home Builder License 2002

. Skilled in all versions of AutoCad, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PLC,

DCS, ManIT Facility Manager,

Plexus, Citrix, SAP, Minitab, Catia, and various other engineering

IT programs.

. Certified Shainin Red X Journeyman

. Certified Six Sigma Black Belt

. Extensive knowledge of Kaizen, 5s, FTQ, Polke Yoke, and various

other engineering functions relative to continuous improvement and

quality.

. Vast knowledge of PFMEA, PCP, PFD, workplace organization, lean

manufacturing, material flow, time studies, and many more functions

related to process analysis.

Affiliations

. Member, Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE), 2005

. Member, Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), 2007

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