KEVIN BELLHORN

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QUALITY MANAGEMENT

A dynamic self-motivated Advanced Quality Engineer & Quality Management recognized for excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. 24 years experience in the automotive industry with extensive knowledge of AIAG & VDA requirements. I am an expert in time management, problem solving, supplier training with a diversified commodity management background.

Significant skill set includes:

• In-depth knowledge of AIAG procedures • GD&T

• APQP • Lean Manufacturing

• PPAP • Statistical Process Control

• Minitab • FMEA & Control Plans

• GD&T • Gage R&R

• Microsoft Office • Process Capability

EDUCATION

Saginaw Valley State University • Saginaw, MI. 1994

Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering

EXPERIENCE

GKN Driveline • Auburn Hills, MI 2013 to 2018

Supplier Quality Engineer

• Actively participate in all internal and external supplier/program launch activities.

• Escalate and communicate supplier high risk concerns to management.

• Organize and execute APQP meetings with suppliers.

• Commodities responsible for: Forgings, Stampings, Ferrous & non-Ferrous Castings, Precision Machining, & Electronics

• Support of Heat Treatment facility audits.

• Documented and distributed supplier program activities to program management.

• Participate in the Strategic Sourcing Review & Sourcing Nomination Committee process.

• Actively support the development of global standardized work procedures.

• Proactively plan agenda driven supplier visits to conduct APQP activities, capacity analysis audits, and corrective actions implementation

• Lead customer reviews of the tier 2 supplier manufacturing capability and quality process.

Nexteer Automotive • Saginaw, MI 2005 to 2012

Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer

• Managed the implementation & certification of the supply base manufacturing systems to ensure the cost, quality and delivery of perfect parts.

• Collaborated with suppliers and product engineering to obtain an efficient & robust product.

• Participated in customer reviews.

• Responsible for maintaining commodities in the global purchased part database.

• Commodities responsible for: electric motors & actuators, switches, sensors, raw steel, ferrous & non-ferrous castings, precision machining, assembly processes.

Nexteer Automotive • Saginaw, MI 2000 to 2005

Plant Quality Supervisor

• Supervised a 3 shift unionized workforce consisting of 24 floor inspectors and 6 tool & die inspectors.

• Responsible for Customer AIAG PPAP approval (PPAP coordinator).

• Managed warranty returned parts analysis and corrective actions and presented the results to the customer.

• Planned the implementation of an electronic database for warranty analysis reporting.

• Participated in a Lean Team activity which reduced FTQ by 11% using Six Sigma Green Belt methodology.

• Initiated and managed containment and inspection of non-conforming material.

Delphi Automotive/Saginaw Steering Gear • Saginaw, MI 1995 to 2000

Product Engineer

• Designed, procured, analyzed & tested variable displacement hydraulic pumps.

• Coordinated off-site product evaluation with the customer.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• 1978 - 1981 certified State of Michigan mechanic - Heavy Duty Tractor & Trailer Suspension.

AWARDS AND DISTINCTIONS

• Investment in Excellence • The Pacific Institute • 2010

• Six Sigma Green Belt • I&CIM • 2005

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