Engineer Quality

JAY R. KING ***** Maple Ave., Farmington, MI *****

H: 248-***-**** C: 248-***-**** ***.****@*******.***

August 27, 2014

Hiring Professional: Xytek International

Re: Sr. Quality Engineer TS16949 – Automotive Electronics Supplier, Austin, TX

I am relocating to Austin, Texas in 2014 and looking for a new opportunity in the Austin area. With my extensive experience in

quality management, supplier relations, purchasing sourcing decisions, and project management skills I believe that I can be an

asset to automotive suppliers. I am excited to apply for this position and believe my expertise, knowledge, and skills from the

automotive sector can become valuable as an integral member of the automotive supplier team.

I am certain you will be happy with the value I can bring to your organization. Some of the key competencies that I can

contribute to the opportunity include;

• +30 Years Automotive Engineer Experience

• Over 5 Years Lead Supplier Quality Engineer GM Truck Assembly Plant

• New Vehicle Launch Experience

• Proficient Data Analysis and Problem Solving Skills

• Manufacturing Machining and Assembly Experience

• Self motivated

• Certified Quality Technician (CQT)

• Excellent Computer skills

Included below are a few excerpts from my reviews to provide insight into my work ethics, productivity, and performance.

Thank you for your consideration.

I look forward to speaking with you.

Sincerely,

Jay. R. King

Enclosure: Résumé

JAY R. KING 23014 Maple Ave., Farmington, MI 48336

H: 248-***-**** C: 248-***-**** ***.****@*******.***

Self motivated quality engineer with extensive experience in manufacturing and supplier quality.

Talent for details, data analysis, and laser speed problem solving and experience with MS Office, computer proficiency.

High level of written and verbal communication skills and ability to make sound decisions regardless of ambiguity.

Self motivated and ability to manage work load as the business priorities change and able to multi task assignments so it doesn’t

impact the customers.

Value Proposition

Prioritization ~ Communication ~ Goal Driven ~ Supplier Performance Improvement

Documentation and Training ~ Product & Process knowledge of Metallic, Electrical and Chemical components (Chassis – Exhaust

Systems, Control Arms, Torsion Bars, Driveline – Front & Rear Axles & Automatic & Manual Transmissions, Stampings, Trim,

Electrical Harness, HVAC, Hoses, Tubes & Lines, Engine Compressor and Air Intake,…others)

8 Discipline Problem Solving ~ Global Supplier Quality Management

Supplier Certifications of ISO/TS16949; ISO14001; ISO9001

GM Specific Systems Knowledge Base Include:

All modules: GM Global Quality Tracking System (GQTS) Problem Reporting Resolution (PRR) ~ GM SupplyPower/Covisint

GM Corporate Supplier Identification Source (CSIDS) ~ Supplier Performance Creativity Team Bid List ~ Global Manufacturing

Systems (GMS) ~ International Automotive Task Force (IATF) Data System

Career History

GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, Warren and Pontiac, MI (1992–present)

Leader: Supplier Vendor Tooling & Global Quality Tracking Systems (GQTS) (2008–present)

Subject matter expert for GQTS. Provide leadership, support, and training to suppliers, buyers, and quality personnel globally

throughout the organization. Track, coordinate, and implement changes and enhancements for all modules. Manage adjustments

and continuous improvements affecting 7 System Management Teams (SMT) and 139 Creativity Teams (CT). Scope of

experience includes:

Global lead for vendor tooling management, driving team to support 12,000+ global suppliers and ensure accountability

to processes and guidelines.

Manage global supplier certification administration and maintain database

SQ lead for supplier transition from Delphi to GM Component Holdings (GMCH). Created 39 teams, added 380+

suppliers to CT Bid List, and developed and provided GQTS training.

Provide continuous improvement in business operations and supplier base requirements by leading and ensuring North

America’s global process team implements applicable revisions and changes to global manuals, forms, procedures, and

statement of requirements.

Coordinate all North American supplier business transfers; assign engineers and track all supplier tool transfers.

23014 Maple Ave., Farmington, MI 48336

H: 248-***-**** C: 248-***-**** ***.****@*******.***

JAY R. KING

Supplier Quality:

Global Commodity Integration Supervisor & Global Metallic Team Leader (2004–2008)

Supported 50+ Creativity Teams for 3 System Management Teams across four regions (Europe, Asia Pacific, North America,

and South America), and managed bid list of 10,000+ suppliers. Created and presented group training and delivered weekly

presentations to managers and directors.

Led global team to achieve 92% reduction of non compliant suppliers within one month.

Developed expertise in GM SupplyPower /Covisint and GQTS.

Sr. Supplier Quality Project Engineer:

Supplier Process Development & Metallic Team Leader (2001–2004)

Managed and drove supplier quality improvements for various suppliers. Coordinated quality performance meetings and

audits.

Awarded “People Make Quality Happen” team award for outstanding supplier performance improvements.

Represented Supplier Quality for six Metallic Creativity teams; Chassis Systems, Driveline, Stampings, Impact

Beams and Bumpers, Mechanical Controls, and Body Hardware.

Resident Sr. Supplier Quality Project Engineer: Pontiac East Assembly (1996–2001)

Analyzed and resolved supplier quality issues and coordinated supplier reviews and audits. Investigated suppliers causing

assembly plant disruptions. Facilitated and led supplier/plant meetings.

Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer: Central Office (1992–1996)

Managed future advanced supplier quality planning, production approvals, and supplier run at rates for 100+ part numbers

with 15+ suppliers. Utilized manufacturing and quality experience and knowledge to assess supplier disruptions and

develop solutions.

Education and Training

B.S. Industrial Administration, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI, 1998

GM Red X Strategies – Journeyman Certificate: Shainin LLC Problem Solving

Certified Quality Technician (CQT)

American Society for Metals – Metallurgy for the Non Metallurgist

Awards and Associations

People Make Quality Happen Team Award, 2004

GM Presidents Council Honors, Best of the Best, 1995 Vehicle Launch

ASQ: American Society Quality, 1989 Current

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