Matthew Raleigh
Contact: ******@*****.***
Street: **** ****** ****** *****
City: Clarkston
State: Michigan
Country: United States
Zip:
48348
Mobilephone: 248-***-****
Years of Work Experience: 10 to 15
Current Employer: Unemployed
Current Title: Engineering Manager
Current Salary: 50K to 74K
Current Duties:
Engineering Manager, Project Manager, Quality Manager, Applications
Manager, Turnkey Manager
Looking for:
Process Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Manager, Engineering Manager,
Quality Manager
Maximum Travel: 50
Position Type: Either
College Attended: Baker College
Highest Degree Attained: High School
Available Start Date: 2009-08-13
Cover Letter
MATTHEW RALEIGH
mr3970@ymail.com5995 Spring Meadow Court, Clarkston, MI 48348
Dear Sir or Madam:
With extensive manufacturing experience in project management and process engineering I
feel I am an ideal fit for the Subject Position with your company and so I have enclosed
my resume for your review. My commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has been
demonstrated and recognized with every position I have had. Some of the expertise I offer
your company includes:
Demonstrated project management abilities with experience leading teams, analyzing and
implementing change and managing budgets, timelines, and escalating issues.
Comprehensive process engineering experience working closely with customers to identify
needs, cultivate strategies and implement processes that ensure customer satisfaction.
Strong leadership capabilities utilized working on simultaneous projects and leading
several teams including project management, process engineering and order processing
teams.
Cultivated effective communication skills implementing training and presentations,
supplier negotiations, and customer and team communications.
Currently I am interested in seeking a position that can utilize my experience and
achievements as a Project Engineer to reach or exceed the objectives of your company. If
you feel my qualifications meet the requirements your organization is looking for, I
welcome the opportunity to meet with you and discuss how effectively I can contribute to
your company. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you for your time and
consideration.
Sincerely,
Matthew Raleigh
Attachment
Resume
MATTHEW RALEIGH
mr3970@ymail.com5995 Spring Meadow Court, Clarkston, MI 48348
MANUFACTURING PROJECT MANAGER / PROCESS ENGINEER
Turnkey Project Management / Proposal Engineering / New Order Process Development / Root
Cause Analysis / Training Implementation Leadership / Time Studies / Vendor & Supplier
Negotiations
Results-oriented project and process specialist with more than 10 years of experience
generating effective manufacturing processes and equipment to meet customer needs.
Engineer processes for component completion, work directly with customer, obtain resources
and suppliers, and manage manufacturing teams. Expertise in timestudies and proposal
development, leading projects, and overseeing order processing. Effective communicator and
proficient in German.
SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS
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In-depth experience working in fast paced environments with tight deadlines and
simultaneous projects.
? Conduct need assessments and analyze results prior to proposal/project and materials
development.
? Trained and experienced in quality management documentation, failure modes effects
analysis (FMEA), geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T) and advanced product quality
planning (APQP).
? Led proposal engineering for equipment, machines and tools in the automotive, medical,
and military and ammunitions industries.
? Authored complex and statistical documentation such as toollife data, cycle time
studies, failure mode effects analysis.
? Develop training programs and collateral materials for new and existing customers
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ELLISON TECHNOLOGIES, Novi, MI 2008 to 2009Engineering Manager
Managed teams in applications engineering, proposal development, machine tool accessories
applications, and order processing for this manufacturing company. Ensured proper resource
management for cutting demonstrations and customer training. Directed proposal engineering
for automotive, medical, military and ammunitions industries. Ensured accuracy and
compliance of procedures and regulations.
Coordinated and managed turnkey projects including Delphi?s REPS and EPS Programs and
Stryker Medical.
HELLER MACHINE TOOLS, Troy, MI 2001 to 2008Proposal and Project Engineer
Supported proposal development including working directly with clients, vendors, and lead
engineers to generate cost effective turnkey proposals. Led estimating and supplier
research in keeping quotes low on proposals. Acted as lead engineer and project engineer
for several large proposals and projects. Proficient in project management scheduling and
managing financials. Analyzed data and developed technical documents.
Led as Project Engineer for the American Axle and Manufacturing GMT900 Front Carrier
Manufacturing Program; recommended improvements which were addressed at the 6 month
review, implemented, and notably improved quality and reduced costs.
Acted as Project Manager for the DaimlerChrysler Kokomo ITP1 Oil Pump House Manufacturing
and Test Program where a root cause analysis was initiated to determine the cause for
ongoing quality issues, which were corrected and resulted a passed runoff and shipping of
product.
Liaised between Heller (Germany and US) and international customers, utilizing English
and German fluency while living and working in Germany.
Instrumental in the numerous project developments including, DaimlerChrysler Phoenix
Engine Program,V-6 Engine, Ford Van Dyke AX4N Valve Body Manufacturing Line, Metaldyne
China Ford Ranger Knuckle Manufacturing Program, International Brazil (MWM) D20 MAN V6
Inline Block Manufacturing, Assembly, and Test Program.
Selected to train complex Cutview Excel based program to team members.
CARGILL DETROIT CORPORATION, Troy, MI 1999 to 2001Proposal Engineer
Developed turnkey processes utilizing automotive and assembly equipment to build
components to supplier specifications. Negotiated with and coordinated vendors needed for
individual projects. Assisted with development of AutoCAD layouts, work holding and
tooling concepts. Communicated with and presented proposals to customers. Managed process
improvement and maintained high quality and continue improvements.
Turkey proposals included DaimlerChrysler Perrysburg Steering Column Assembly Line
Program, Ford Indy Steering Column Assembly Line Program, GM 4-cyclinder Bedplate
Manufacturing Line Program for Uni-Boring.
Trained in and used witness simulation software for manufacturing and assembly systems.
LAMB TECHNICON, Warren, MI 1998 to 1999Proposal Engineer
Assisted in developing and implementing new and improved processes for customers of this
industrial manufacturing and processing machinery company. Reviewed proposals and specs,
worked with sales department to determine estimates and pricing, and developed and
presented quotations to customers. Fostered detailed specifications of machines to build
automotive components.
Acted as lead engineer on simultaneous projects.
Assisted in large turnkey proposals including Cummins Diesel Cylinder Head Manufacturing
and Assembly Line Program and the Cummins Diesel Cylinder Block Manufacturing and Assembly
Line Program.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND & AFFILIATIONS
Coursework in Information Technology - BAKER COLLEGE, Flint, MI (ADG 4/2012)
Coursework in German Language - OAKLAND UNIVERSITY, Rochester, MI & LANGUAGE ENTERPRISES,
Waterford, MI
Coursework in Math & Science - OAKLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Auburn Hills, MI
TECHNICAL TRAINING
Microsoft 2007 Word, Project & Excel, AutoCAD 2007, FMEA
3D Viewing Software, Simulation Software, SAP, CutView, GD & T, HTML, CSS