Quality Manufacturing

Vinson L. Blalock

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Objective

Obtain a senior management position where I can effectively use my

expertise in automotive manufacturing, locomotive fabrication, aerospace

operations, and customer focus, to grow the business, while improving the

business' production, cost controls, and product quality.

Summary of Qualifications

. More than 20 years of increasing responsibilities in fast-paced,

quality-driven, customer-focused manufacturing operations. High-

energy, enthusiastic, and dependable team player and team leader who

excels in challenging and competitive environments.

. Six Sigma Green Belt certified with the ability to maintain high

quality standards with a QS 9000 and ISO 9002 rating, experienced in

using manufacturing process improvement tools such as 5S, Kaizen,

Toyota Production System, Continuous Improvement Workgroups and Lean

Manufacturing principles.

. Highly developed problem solving skills with ability to "think outside

the box" and deliver innovative solutions to operating challenges.

. Multi-talented with a broad base of experience in: Multi-Product

Manufacturing Operations, Performance Improvement & Optimization,

Technical Training & Team Leadership, Quality Improvement & Cost

Reduction/Avoidance.

Education and Training

Kettering University, Flint, Michigan

. MS Manufacturing Management - Projected completion December 2010

Central State University, Wilberforce, Ohio

. BS Industrial Engineering Technology: Graduated June 1987

. Received statistical process control training (SPC) from W. Edward

Deming.

Tokai Kogyo Co, LTD - Kinuura Plant, Japan

. Completed a 6 week orientation of Japanese manufacturing techniques.

Training concentrated on injection molding, extrusion and finishing

processes of PVC door side protectors and weather-stripping for Honda

automotive components.

Computer Skills - Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access.

Experienced with PowerPoint, Project, Mini-Tab

and other application-specific software.

Experience

General Electric Transportation Systems, Erie, PA July 2007 - November

2008

Subassembly & Control Locomotive Fabrication - Business

Leader/Six-Sigma Lean Specialist

. Key driver for Six-Sigma process improvements, continuous yield

improvements and lean initiatives to maximize employee

contributions in product quality and process efficiency.

. Responsible for attaining all aspects of production operation

including safety, takt-time, scheduling, machine and material

efficiency, cost out, quality, VPP certification, EHS performance

and team development in assigned areas.

. Project Leader of completed Lean Six-Sigma Sand Fill Cell project

that reduced production lead-time from 13 days to 2 days by

eliminating waste including overproduction lot size which was

reduced from 20 to 10 units, travel distance and queue time. We

were able to reduce the lead-time by 650% thus eliminating customer

delivery misses.

. A change agent, that provides leadership and support to energize,

enhance and develop work teams. Assisted in lean plan execution by

leading Action Work-Outs, developed pull systems and training

personnel to achieve world-class process flow.

Vinson L. Blalock

Ford Motor Company, Livonia, MI September 1993 - March 2007

RWD Transmission Cast Aluminum Machining -Manufacturing Advisor

(12/99-03/07)

. Managed up to 51 production workers and skilled trades in multiple

high volume aluminum machining departments. Execute the operation's

business plan applying Ford Production System [FPS] processes to

achieve the highest level of productivity, quality, and

employee/customer satisfaction. Conduct and participate in continuous

improvement reviews with regard to the Ford SQCDME [Safety, Quality,

Cost, Delivery, Morale and Environment] process.

. Supervised aluminum transmission caseline, oil pump bodies, extension

housings, output shafts, clutch ring gears, stator and rear brake drum

to meet an annual production goal of one million units and an annual

budget of $15,000,000. Coordinated new programs and processes with

Ford Manufacturing Planning and Engineering group.

. Proactively addressed quality concerns by error proofing machine and

assembly processes. Scheduled vacations to ensure minimal disruptions

to production goals. Worked with internal and external suppliers to

manage their components with respect to APQP, QS9000 and supporting

documents.

. Project member on two Lean Six Sigma Black Belt projects that improved

tool usage and machine uptime while improving productivity and

reducing cost by approximately $250,000 annually. As member of the

ergonomics committee, was responsible for any ergonomic issues

pertaining to methods and operating instructions.

CD4E Transmission Caseline, Batavia, OH - Mfg. Operations Specialist

(9/93-12/99)

. Supervised daily activities of 40 production workers, skilled trades

and a process engineer with annual budget of $8,000,000. Worked

closely with manufacturing teams to ensure successful minute by minute

operations. Supported the CROL process [Changing Role Of Leadership]

and involved with implementation of ISO 14001.

. Analyzed machine failures, improved machine uptime and managed a

budget of more than $10,000,000 annually. Planned projects and

improved machine reliability without interfering with production

schedules. Utilized technical knowledge to assist engineering, quality

control, maintenance, research, accounting and production control in

new product development, cost reductions and new equipment

installations.

. Ensured proper associates responded to machine breakdowns and quality

concerns. Deployed associates to resolve downtime concerns in a

timely manner. Selected, Hired, Trained, Developed and provided

ongoing leadership and direction of assigned personnel.

Henkel Corp., Emery Chemical Group, Cincinnati, OH April 1992 - September

1993

Distillation, Dimerization and Hydrogenation - Shift Supervisor

. Supervised several workgroups in a safe and effective operation that

inspired a willingness to work towards the accomplishments of specific

team goals to produce oleo chemicals.

. Responsible for equipment used to maximum outputs at minimum cost to

satisfy customer requirements in a way that minimized product

variability and reduced unscheduled downtime.

General Electric Aircraft Engines, Cincinnati, OH August 1989 - February

1992

Marine and Industrial Large Engine Assembly - Process Supervisor

. Provided technical guidance and functional leadership for 60

professional salaried and hourly associates in the assembly service

unit. Minimized defects of products by providing cross-training of

employees on all machines and/or assembly processes; maintained

quality and minimized downtime.

. Responsibilities included preparing LM2500 and LM5000 power turbine

engines for test, teardown and shipment while meeting production

schedules, cost goals and quality standards.

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