Zachary Richey

W***** Wisconsin Ave. Oconomowoc, WI, 53066

Email: ac3flq@r.postjobfree.com (w), ac3flq@r.postjobfree.com (p)

Phone: 309-***-****

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Dear Sirs:

I am writing to apply for the position of Product/ Program Manager within your organization. I am confident that my skills are well-aligned with this role, and that I would be an excellent fit for your organization.

In my 22 years of experience at Caterpillar and one year at GE, I have consistently provided leadership in each of my assignments thus providing me with broad exposure across several functional areas. I have been performing in engineering and management roles for the past 16 years where I have built a tremendous reputation for delivering goals on time while meeting cost/ quality targets. I am a strategic planner, helping direct our current business meet profitability targets. Additionally, I am highly accountable and responsible to ensure every project I am involved meets or exceeds my high standards for success. These traits have served me very well throughout my career.

I believe my experiences and track record make me an excellent fit for this opportunity. I have enclosed my resume for your consideration. Please feel free to contact me via phone or email at your convenience to discuss my background as well as the requirements for the role.

Sincerely,

Mr. Zachary Richey

262-***-**** (DESK)

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R. ZACHARY RICHEY

N56W39334 WISOCNSIN AVE • OCONOMOWOC, WI • 53066

309-***-**** (CELL), 262-***-**** (OFFICE) •

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I am a Mechanical Engineer with 23 years experience in all aspects of heavy equipment design, manufacturing, quality control and testing. I possess a BS in Mechanical Engineering with a high degree of project management, team building, and project execution. My additional strong points include New Product Introduction (NPI) management and process control, Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) issues management, root cause determination with implemented product improvements, and 6 Sigma Black Belt skills.

I demonstrate highly developed technical and engineering management skills with diverse experience across multiple product groups and geographies. I am experienced in effectively organization resourcing and working in partnerships across cross-functional teams. I have demonstrated a proven record in supplier resourcing and management. I have built 20 years of expanding technical and product development leadership including. Product and Portfolio Strategy and leadership roles in development and validation.

Additionally, I possess a strong degree of “hands on” skills. My skill set is broader than my engineering role, having evolved into purchasing, logistics and plant management deliverables. I am a very driven, results oriented individual who holds myself and others highly accountable to meet project objectives. I am eager to apply my skill set to help an organization achieve their high level goals and positive growth. Market share and profitability are always key drivers in formulating my decisions while producing actionable results. My goal is to obtain a senior level management position responsible for delivering challenging projects, meeting cost and time targets by establishing project scope, timelines, cost targets, marketing/ technical requirements and delivering Gateway reviews.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

GE Healthcare Waukesha, WI

IB Program Manager Aug 2016 – present

End-to-End Product quality manager

Install quality manager

Program execution

VCP for warranty, cost reduction impact to the IB Product Line Premium Segment

Group Strategy/ Mission/ Vision development

Develop quicker, more robust field implementation plans through engagement and direction of highly cross-functional teams

Ensure focused and tactical response on all issues with major impact on the customer, understand GE's exposure

Facilitate Product Quality Review Board (PQRB) and maintain direct engagements of all functions through regular, weekly review of in-flight projects, time lines, and challenges to the teams

Engage GE Healthcare Quality COE (Center of Excellence) to drive more robust tracking and serialization of product in the field

Work with Service Engineering to provide solutions and delivery plans to the customer that minimize down time

Caterpillar, Inc. Peoria, IL

Sr Engineering Specialist – UX Team Manager Jan 2016 – Aug 2016

Group Strategy /Mission /Vision development

Lead Caterpillar cabs team and job site solutions to develop common look and feel for the user experience and interface across all Cat products

Core UX Team manager responsible for ensuring all UX, Marketing and Machine Prod Grp requirements are gathered and cascaded to proper development teams for hardware selection, core software, and application layer software development for entire Cat product line

Manage cross functional team of direct/indirect/contract reports to deliver OE&I business commitments

Develop and validate new customer features to deliver improved operating efficiency, increase operator SUS favorability scores (acceptance criteria), decrease operator metal and physical fatigue

Facilitate connected machine implementation, ensuring all UX operator perspectives are met

Lead cost control and product cost reduction efforts through implementation of Technology Enabled Solutions (TES) into all Caterpillar machines through Onboard Electronic Architecture (OEA)

Control budget and PMO plans ensuring business unit is meeting cost and timeline objectives

Engineering Manager Dec 2014 – Jan 2016

Manage cross functional team of direct/ indirect reports

Deliver NPI product programs on schedule and under budget to meet business plan objectives for the organization

Deliver MaK engine business IMO III and EPA Tier 3 solution

Deliver MWM and MaK integrated power generation plant solution

Mentor/ develop engineering team to follow standard design, development, releasing and validation processes

Manage Product Support functional team and resolve all CPI Issues, manage Cat dealer relationship, and lead collecting functional requirements for new/ evolving products

Implement Change Management across the entire organization

Lead the direct business growth for the Cat Oil and Gas, MaK large marine and electric power, EMD locomotives, etc. product lines, including complete rework of LPSD large engine retrofit price list

Led BOM thrifting for cost reduction in production and NPI products

LEAD certified – Leadership Excellence in Accountability and Development: Teaching, daily coaching and feedback, performance management, career development discussions

NPI Manager May 2010 – Dec 2014

Delivered NPI product programs on schedule and under budget to meet business plan objectives for the organization

Extensive Tier 4i/f, Euro Stage 3a/b exposure and development, also ROW (rest of world), and various other governing agencies

Developed and led teams of engineering, purchasing, logistics, marketing, product support and manufacturing personnel to meet on-time, on-quality metrics, as well as cost targets of a $36M business, specifically exhaust aftertreatment

Selected and developed suppliers

Transferred existing business from external suppliers to an internal Caterpillar manufacturing facility (high degree of team cross-functionality and interaction)

Developed plan and timeline to open a new manufacturing plant for product expansion representing $25M NPV

Led manufacturing engineering and support of factory builds, including Lean

Implemented Change Management process

Spent significant travel time supporting all objectives, in excess of 30 days abroad

Led engineering technical integration for all Cat Oil & Gas, Cat Marine programs and EMD Locomotive

Acted as technical team lead and point of contact for all NPI projects, as well as facilitate entire NPI process

Managed scope negotiations for MFRs, drive proper ownership to functional areas, manage technical reviews, and provide upwards feedback through Product Manager and Director levels

Drove documentation and closure for Intellectual Property (IP)

Managed design and development of products to support VOC/VOB/ VOR

Facilitated cross-functional projects, engaging resources from Prod Support, Supply Chain, Global Purchasing, Engineering, Caterpillar Electronics, PD&GT, Caterpillar Manufacturing and Engine Systems

Drove A&I Guide direction and engineering support

Trained Caterpillar Dealers on new product throughout the NPI program progression

Met with customers, service technicians, operators and Caterpillar dealers to obtain Critical Customer Requirements

Caterpillar Brand Advocate

Engineering Specialist – Design Oct 2007 - May 2010

Managed product development across multiple internal business partners and external suppliers to achieve cost objectives on multiple NPI programs

Developed T4i engine and emissions systems for EPA/ EU driven Caterpillar emissions requirements, allowing Caterpillar to remain competitive in the world market

Developed a market driven need for alternate emissions solutions and diesel particulate filter regeneration strategies

Led aftertreatment and engine design and development

Led the operator interface project, gathering VOC/ VOB/ VOR, ensuring Caterpillar machines and engines meet all worldwide expectations on best in class quality and efficiency to our customers

Performed as industrial engine liaison to all Caterpillar engine platform customers, aiding in design and integration of engines and aftertreatment into customers’ products (agriculture, mining, forestry, electric power, marine, and industrial applications)

Drove consistent operator interface for T4i across all Industrial, Petroleum, EPG, and Machine programs

6 Sigma Black Belt June 2006 - Oct 2007

Delivered BB projects on time, reducing waste and improving efficiency across the Caterpillar organization ($1M)

Delivered field follow parts stocking project to improve machine uptime in the event of upgrade/maintenance operations ($650k)

Trained Green Belts (GB) and facilitated Green Belt led projects

Senior Engineer - Development Jun 2003 - Jun 2006

Led test engineering for all large mining motor graders

Led NPI issue evaluation and closure effort prior to production of the product, meeting NPI timelines

Led evaluation and closure of CPI issues for legacy product in the field

Facilitated engineering for smaller, municipal / private contractor machines, including motor graders and all sub-systems

Field tested and troubleshot NPI/CPI/ Validation issues

Aided in design, assembly, manufacturing, and field rework

Senior Associate Engineering July 2000 - June 2003

Developed and validated diesel engine hardware, software, and control strategies

Demonstrated Proof of Concept validation

Operated dyno facility

Machine Repairman – Skilled Trades July 1995 - June 2000

Maintained equipment in Caterpillar’s foundry to ensure up-time, quality metrics were met for casting delivery to customers (SOP)

Conducted routine and plant down time maintenance on machines

Volunteer Caterpillar fire department and HAZMAT team

CNC Plasma Punch Operator May 1994 – July 1995

Produced parts for Track Type tractors on CNC

Ensured correct material and dimensional tolerance/ inspection to meet quality objective

Operated, programmed and troubleshot CNC machining center

Getz Fire Equipment Peoria, IL

Fire Safety and Suppression Design/ Test Engineer Aug 1992 – May 1994

Designed fire detection and suppression systems using multiple extinguishing media, release prints, and work with Commercial Team to ensure customer requirements are met

Drafted Bill of Materials for installations and procure hardware

Performed installation and testing before commissioning fire safety suppression systems

EDUCATION

Bradley University Peoria, IL

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, May 2008

Graduated Magna Cum Laude

Senior Project President

Illinois Central College East Peoria, IL

Associates in Mechanical Engineering, May 1994

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Lean manufacturing

APQP Quality metrics

ProE

Design management

Engine dyno lab operations

Skilled trades machine repairman

Print reading, including P&IDs

Microsoft Office proficient

6 Sigma Black Belt

STRENGTH FINDERS COMPETENCIES

Strategic

Futuristic

Analytical

Restorative

Responsibility

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