Engineer Manufacturing
Resume:
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Joseph B. Szymanski
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Joseph B. Szymanski
Objective
To apply my work experience in manufacturing toward developing more robust and efficient
processes in other production environments through the use of statistical process control and 6-
sigma variation reduction techniques. To work for a company that creates an atmosphere of mutual
respect and teamwork and fosters the opportunity for continuous improvement in all aspects of its
operations.
Experience
January 2010 – Present
Johnson Controls, Inc. Middletown, DE
Six Sigma Black Belt
December 2012 joined the JCI Middletown Apprenticeship Committee as the Apprenticeship
Coordinator.
August 2011 accepted the responsibilities of Tooling Manager for the Middletown facility while
continuing to function as a Continuous Improvement Engineer.
August 2010 received the Bob Lee Innovation Award for a low cost solution to a production problem.
The Acid Fill Variation Reduction Project will generate $185k in annualized savings at the Middletown
Plant and has been chosen to be implemented in all JCI Power Solutions Battery Plants. This distinction
was recognized during the Team Rally event in Milwaukee where the top15 projects from the US &
Latin America competed.
Generate annual savings of at least $300k via projects following the JCI Six Sigma DMAIC discipline.
Assist skilled mechanics through all project assignments and maintenance activities.
Increase battery production and throughput within the Middletown facility.
Document all project activities for corporate sharing.
Work closely with all production teams as well as reporting to plant & corporate staff.
December 2008 – September
2009 General Motors Assembly Wilmington, DE
Senior Manufacturing Engineer / Quality Systems Team Member
Ensure compliance to Corporate Tool & Equipment Bulletins for major tooling components involving
Skilled Trades employees.
Support Production Groups with regard to process compliance, Business Plan Deployment, and Quality
Focus items.
Maintain and support Departmental Quality Control processes and Information Life-Cycle
Management process.
Department Planner for Body Assembly – coordinate special builds, Engineering Try-Outs,
and Part Try-Outs.
Assist Vehicle Assembly Engineering Group with build studies.
Manage Torque requirements for Body Assembly.
Instrument Measurement & Testing Coordinator.
Department Lead for ISO 14001.
Department Co-Lead for ISO 9000.
April 2003 – December 2008
General Motors Assembly Wilmington, DE
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Joseph B. Szymanski
Senior Manufacturing Project Engineer/ Lead Tooling Engineer
Assisted new vehicle launch by supporting tooling concept, design, and build.
Understood major tooling systems to ensure proper use.
Supported maintenance and production personnel during equipment breakdowns.
Responsible for all major tooling systems in General Assembly – Chassis secure, Tire & Wheel,
Vehicle Alignment, and Cockpit install.
Determined cost effective opportunities to enhance vehicle build, production throughput, and operator
ease.
Applied knowledge of Body Assembly architecture to issues affecting General Assembly –
exterior panel fits, glass openings, interior trim, etc.
April 2001 – April 2003
General Motors Assembly Wilmington, DE
Manufacturing Engineer
Transitioned from Body Assembly to General Assembly.
Assisted General Assembly personnel in problem solving activities.
Responsible for General Assembly tooling systems.
January 1997 – April 2001
General Motors Assembly Wilmington, DE
Dimensional Manufacturing Engineer
Assisted in tooling design concepts for future vehicle program while working with Central Office
Engineers in Michigan.
Determined sub-assembly check fixtures required for future vehicle and follow from design
concept through installation.
Assisted in prototype vehicle builds in Germany and Michigan.
Implemented Process Control Plans.
Worked with installation teams to conduct Repeatability/Reproducibility studies in order to ensure all
tools meet build expectations and deliverables.
Supported all build iterations for a successful launch of saleable vehicles.
Managed a group of 8 Validation Engineers during dimensional check system
implementation.
October 1984 – January 1997
General Motors Assembly Wilmington, DE
Toolmaker
Hired as Toolmaker apprentice, completed studies and achieved Journeyman status.
Worked in General Assembly and Body Assembly supporting the production process.
Competent in machining, welding, and fabrication of hand-tools and fixtures as production
aids.
Literate in AutoCAD 2012 and other CAD packages.
Education
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Joseph B. Szymanski
2009
Villanova University / University Alliance Villanova, PA
6-Sigma Green Belt Certification
2001 - 2003
Wesley College Center for Adult Studies Wilmington, DE
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
1983 - 1990
Delaware Technical & Community College Newark, DE
Mechanical Engineering Associates Degree
Automotives Industries Associates Degree
1978 - 1982
Saint Mark’s High School Newark, DE
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