Manager Quality Control
Resume:
Elkhart, IN *****
JAMES A. WATSON
To apply the varied but specialized experience in the Manufactured Housing and Recreational
Objective
Vehicle Industries to a Company that rewards Managers balanced to results the position
brings to the table. In this stage of my career indicates that I bring my expertise to a concern
that offers a lasting, results orientated association. Special Projects, Process Development
and a Strong Work Ethic will complement goals set for my future growth.
Summary of Seasoned MH/RV industry professional with 35 years in the industry as well as
qualifications 25 years in a management roll. With an understanding of Lean Manufacturing
and cost effective production. With well developed skills in the following area’s:
• •
Quality Management Field Service Management
o HUD and Modular, UBC, • Purchasing
RVIA and CSA Codes • Inventory Control
• Production Supervision • Process Development
Self Employed Elkhart, IN
Contractor/Self Employed May 2006 – Present
Home Restoration
Restored and repaired bank repositions.
Road Master, Inc. Goshen, IN
Professional
Group Leader March 2006 – April 2006
experience
Lead production team from metal through final finish and PDI
• •
Assigned jobs for most efficient Successfully supervised the
work flow construction of 5 Play and Tow
• Units a day.
Responsible for final quality of all
units produced
Gulfstream Coach Inc. Nappanee, IN
Quality Control September 2005 – February 2006
o Was in charge of the rear
• Quality Control over FEMA
of the production line and
Production
assisted the Production
o Over saw from Chassis
and Assistant Production
thru Shelling
Manager
o Production Level 35 a day
Worked with several smaller companies Elkhart and Goshen, IN
Line Production August 2004 – August 2005
o Floors
• Swing Department
o Roof Build
o Electrical
o Final Finish
o Plumbing
o Cabinet Shop
o Shelling
Forest River Inc. Elkhart and Goshen IN.
Quality Control and Liaison November 1999 – July 2004
• Quality Control – Goshen
o Taught code classes
o In charge of all code
o Cosmetic issues
related items
o Worked with RVIA on any
o General construction
and all issues.
overview and corrections
o Worked with engineering
o Trained new employee’s
on print changes
• Liaison – Elkhart Motorized Division – Class – C and B Motor homes
Responsibilities in this position were varied but not limited to:
o Instituted all print change o Helped with the
and corrections management of 2 lines of
o Oversaw code issues production along with the
Laminations Department
o Instituted construction
total of 160 employee’s
modifications
o Developed and maintained
o In charge of all proto type
and accurate Bill of
units and new
Materials – 18 floor plans
development
o Worked with Purchasing
o Retailer and Dealer plant
and Production on material
tour’s
flow and new pricing
o Helped in the institution of
a Lean Manufacturing
Concept
Champion Homes Enterprise Inc. October 1996 – July 1999
Service Manager and Quality Manager Talladega, AL and Flemingsburg, KY
• Quality Manager - KY
o D.A.P.I.A revisions
o Implement HUD, Modular
o Print distributions
and IBC Codes
o Retail site inspections
o Continuous training in
o Field related set-up issues
construction and codes
o Worked with Service with o TQM training
County and Government
issues
• Service Manager – AL
o On site inspections and state
o Complete set-up of service
complaint issues
department
o In charge of all Regional and
o Hired all contractors and in
National Shows
house service personnel
o Instructed Dealer network on
o Developed Service Policies
set-up and trim out
o Instituted a fit and finish in
o Quality Managers Course
house crew
Schult Homes Corporation Inc. July 1995 – September 1996
Service Manager Middlebury, IN
• Reorganized service, parts and
transportation
o Trained office personnel
o Reduced backlog by 320%
o Developed cost o Over saw parts
effectiveness for dealer department operation
o Did all hiring of outside
credits and contractor cost
o Maintain a crew of 10 in contractors
o All on site inspections
house service Technicians
Worked with several Leading Manufactures May 1990 – June 1995
Quality Assurance/Control and Line Elkhart, Goshen and Middlebury, IN
Supervisor Trainer
• Quality Management • Trained Supervisor and Inspectors
o Assured HUD, Modular, RVIA o Code compliance
o Maintained quality records
and CSA code compliance
o New Plant Certifications o Worked directly with General
o Assisted 3rd party agencies Manager to assure HUD and
o Developed unit travels and Modular Standards and DAIPA
compliance
shortage reports
Several Leading RV/MH Manufactures December 1979 – May 1990
Line Foreman and Assistant Plant Elkhart, Goshen and Middlebury, IN
Manager
• Plant restoration to increase • HUD, Modular, RVIA and CSA
production codes and requirements
• New Plant start-ups • Assisted with supplier problems
• Supervised 20 – 100 employee’s • MSDA training and compliance
Education: Elkhart High School - Graduate
Elkhart Career Center – Computer Programming Basic Training
IUSB – Real Estate Licensing Course
TQM – Total Quality Manager Courses - Certificates
Quality Manager College - Certificate
Ivy Tech – Computer Courses – Certificates
Contact this candidate