Quality Assurance Continuous Improvement

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THOMAS LORINI

Experienced Manufacturing Professional

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Accomplished professional with over 20 years of cross-functional expertise in manufacturing including: operations, safety, quality assurance and project management

Recognized as an exceptional problem-solver & decision maker providing strategic advice to C-level executives

Proven team leader with strong technical, organizational and relationship building skills

Excels at communicating with stakeholders to provide accurate information regarding ongoing initiatives AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Problem Solving Productivity & Efficiency Focused Continuous Improvement

Quality Assurance LEAN Manufacturing Results Oriented PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Nova Inc. 2015 - Present

Reporting directly to the President, both tactical and strategic leadership across multiple departments

Responsible for overseeing P&L and administrative functions for company managing over $100M in assets

Leading a team of associates to achieve company quality & productivity goals to meet critical timelines

Maintain clear communication channels with all appropriate stakeholders

Consistently enforce company policies, educate employees and implement new workplace practices

Develop and implement continuous improvement procedures that produce substantial positive results

Monitor and report on corporate operating costs and implement cost saving initiatives

Enforce necessary regulatory compliances

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Novatec Machining Inc. 2010 - 2015

Responsible for the overall production output for CNC machining and engineering service company

Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the day-to-day manufacturing operations for 18 technicians

Developed and managed (KPI) Key Performance Index’s (count, reject rate, target output, downtime, etc)

Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, disciplinary action, evaluating, documentation

Cost-benefit analysis for implementation of advanced manufacturing systems

Responsible for implementation of ISO 9000 quality assurance standards

Experienced with developing prototype parts for the automotive and aggregate-calibration industries MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR

Bobrick Washroom Co. 2006 - 2010

Responsible for leading the manufacturing departments; including stamping, welding, riveting, manual and automated assembly processes

Managing and mentoring 32 technicians to achieve company safety, productivity and quality goals

Consistently enforced safety policies, educated employees and set example of safe workplace practices

Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, disciplinary action, evaluating, documenting

Advance manufacturing processes including determining root causes of nonconformance’s

Develop, track and champion operational Key Performance Indicator’s (KPI’s)

Implementation of LEAN manufacturing methodologies o Ex: Incorporating a Self-balancing flow system which eliminated double-handling (non-value-added work) M 949-***-****

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MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

KTM Locks - division of MAGNA 2005 - 2006

Conducted advanced research, testing and identifying of product deficiencies

Applied innovative problem-solving techniques in unionized automotive environment

Analyzed, developed, and implemented cost saving initiatives for Automotive Latching Systems

Proactively drove a high level of associate engagement within the team

Confirm to (JIT) Just-In-Time production methodology, reduced flow-time and minimal inventory

Developed documentation procedure system for updating PFMEA to support the production process

Restructured engineering and manufacturing processes for improved traceability

Effectively utilized available resources to meet production objectives PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Tecnico Tools Ltd. 1999 - 2005

Reported directly to General Manager on the planning, production scheduling for precision machining company

Involved in cost management and continuous improvement methodologies

Supervised work flow and training of 15 technical associates

Ensured optimal quality standards were regularly met and capital equipment was properly maintained

Dealt with suppliers, sub-contractors and customers to address opportunities and solve complex issues

Implemented cost effective equipment modifications to help improve safety and reliability

Budgeting responsibilities $150,000-$200,000

Adhered to environmental and labour regulations to ensure compliance with government and industry standards QUALITY ENGINEERING

SKD Automotive Group 1997 – 1999

Quality Assurance responsibilities for Unionized Tier 1 Automotive supplier

Audited products and processes, including product dispositioning and statistical data acquisition

Tracked defective components utilizing (SPC) Statistical Process Control methods

Confirm to (JIT) Just-In-Time production methodology, minimal inventory

Applied corrective action for equipment failures and performance deficiencies

Developed and supported continuous improvement activities using FMEA & APQP

Involved in destructive testing, mig-weld penetration testing of spot welding EDUCATION & CONTINUOUS TRAINING

Ryerson University, Project Management 2010

Supervisors’ Responsibilities and Due Diligence, IAPA 2009

Safety, Health and the Law, IAPA 2009

Effective Maintenance Planning and Scheduling, American Trainco 2008

Medic First Aid & CPR Training, EMP Canada 2007

Solidworks Level 1 Design, Javelin Institute 2007

Fundamental Management, University of Toronto 2003

Material Handling Safety Class 1, Lift Code 4 & 5 and Class 4, Lift Code 3, Safety One 2002

Strategic Leadership & Management, The Personal Performance Centre 2000

Centennial College, Mechanical Engineering 1999

VOLUNTEERING

(CBM) Christian Blind Mission

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