Program Manager, Product Engineer, Sales Engineer

Tony Guzzo

*** ***** *** ****, **********, AL ***06

(C) 256-***-**** ********@*****.***

Program Manager, Product Engineer, Sales Engineer

Summary

11+ years of Quality and on time product development and delivery

5+ years of Sales Engineering achievement

Successfully managed and launched all aspects of various multimillion dollar Automotive, Aviation and Government projects, while providing superior customer service and forging strong customer relationships in highly competitive markets

Proven self-starter with energy and motivation to find, develop and close sales leads through enhanced customer relationships, communications and product knowledge

Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differences

Thrive in deadline-driven environments

Skills

Project/Program Management

Product Engineering

Strategic Planning

Profitability Improvement

Product Lifecycle

Management

Manufacturing

Scheduling/Microsoft Project

Engineering Quality

Customer/Vendor Relationships

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Multidisciplinary Team Management

Education

B.S. Information Systems Management Wayne State University, Detroit, MI 2000

Undergraduate Engineering Classes University of Alabama in Huntsville 1993 -1997

(6 Sem. Hours Calculus, 3 Sem. Hours General Physics w Calculus, 1 Sem. Hr General Physics lab, 2 Sem. Hours Intro to Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, 3 Sem. Hours Fortran, 3 Sem. Hours Computer Aided Drafting)

Experience

2013- Present Tecvox OEM Solutions Madison, AL

Program Manager

Project Leader responsible for managing New Customer RFQ’s( Oversee Pricing, Timing(Microsoft Project), Logistics, Mechanical and Electrical Designs)

Project Leader responsible for overseeing creation of new design specification package for Ford Motor Company.

Project Leader responsible for overseeing creation and implantation of Plex (SAP) System

Attend Customer meetings, develop and present project presentations and Project timing plans

Coordinate daily with Customers, Suppliers and other organizations

Documented and championed efforts to manage and track implementation of open items from Chinese Manufacturing teams visit to Tecvox.(Process, Quality, Documentation and Supply Chain improvements)

Negotiate and quote new cost structure for current assemblies as well as new products

Operate cross functionally to manage, coordinate and direct the efforts with engineering, manufacturing, planning, testing and quality to achieve and maintain on time and consistent quality delivery of all products

Influential in team turnaround of underperforming project teams; met expectations of timing and delivery of a quality product and instituted individual team-member accountability resulting in increased revenues and next model year business wins

Initiate, maintain and approve documentation for program BOM, DFMEA, DVP&R, Timing(Microsoft Project),8-D, PPAP, APQP

2012 – 2013 Rehau Automotive Inc. Cullman, AL

Project Engineer for X166 AMG Mercedes

Managed program timing, modifications and negotiations with sub-suppliers and customers

Team Leader for Material Solutions Trials, develop Part trial, paint and test schedule

Coordinate testing across multiple platforms between Germany and United States

Attend Customer meetings, develop and present project presentations

Coordinate daily with Customers, Suppliers and other organizations

Took ownership of transfer tools from Germany for SOP at Mercedes facility

Work with Mercedes and Rehau internal engineers and quality engineers to resolve production and quality issues

Lead Engineer responsible for tool transfer from Reahu to sub-supplier

Initiate, maintain and approve documentation for program BOM, DFMEA, DVP&R, PCN, Timing(Microsoft Project), 8-D, PPAP, APQP

2011– 2012 PEI-Genesis Huntsville, Al

Sales Engineer Territory Responsibilities – Alabama, Mississippi and Western Tennessee

Open, develop, engineer, manage and maintain new connector opportunities, power supplies and cable assembly opportunities for new & current customers

Operate cross functionally to coordinate and direct the efforts of engineering, purchasing and program management to develop and deliver required electronic components on time and within budget per developed Project timing.

Worked with Military, Aviation, Aerospace, Medical, Automotive and Industrial end customers to help engineer several cable assemblies and custom power supplies

Responsible for the life cycle of product, from concept to shipping product through end of life

Coordinate daily with Customers, Suppliers and other organizations

Analyze and solve problems on a daily basis with limited supervision

Attend Customer meetings, develop and present project presentations and project timing (Microsoft project)

Took ownership of existing customers who were unhappy with quality and service, built strong customer relationships with several levels of management throughout facility, managed product development and deliveries, increased products being supplied to customers and increased profit by15%

Generated over 40 accounts in the 1st year

2008 – 2011 Stephen Gould Corporation Huntsville, AL

Sales Engineer Territory Responsibilities – Alabama & Mississippi

Worked with Military, Aviation, Aerospace, Medical, Automotive and Industrial end customers to help engineer custom packaging, racking, crates and reusable containers

Analyze and solve problems on a daily basis with limited supervision

Open, develop, engineer, manage and maintain packaging solutions for new & current customers

Operate cross functionally to coordinate and direct the efforts of engineering, purchasing and shipping to develop and deliver required packaging on time and within budget per project timing

Develop strong and successful business relationships with suppliers to improve delivery and service to customers

Took ownership of existing customers who were unhappy with quality and service, Built strong customer relationships with several levels of management throughout facility, managed inventory control and deliveries, increased products being supplied to customers and increased profit by15%

Drove annual sales revenues from $100,000 to 400,000 over two years by procuring new or next generation business.

Generated 24 new accounts over the last 2 years

2007 – 2008 Sanmina-SCI Huntsville, AL

Program Manager

Project Leader responsible for the life cycle of product, from concept to shipping of product through end of life

Attend Customer meetings, develop and present project presentations

Coordinate daily with Customers, Suppliers and other organizations on program timing (MS Project)

Worked with Aviation and Medical end customers to manage product life cycle

Manage program timing, modifications and negotiations with sub-suppliers and customers

Negotiate and quote new cost structure for current assemblies as well as new products

Operate cross functionally to manage, coordinate and direct the efforts with engineering, manufacturing, planning, testing and quality to achieve and maintain on time and consistent quality delivery of all products

Influential in team turnaround of underperforming project teams; met expectations of timing and delivery of a quality product and instituted individual team-member accountability resulting in increased revenues and next model year business wins

Took over program in launch mode, streamlined suppliers and assembly parts. Improved quality at next launch and decreased customer cost bringing final launch in ahead of schedule.

Initiate, maintain and approve documentation for program BOM, DFMEA, DVP&R, Timing(Microsoft Project), 8-D, PPAP, APQP

2006 – 2007 GE Plastics Chicago, IL

Product Manager Territory Responsibilities - Illinois & Wisconsin

Manage, maintain and resolve/address materials and application Issues among current OEM's

Determine enhanced material solutions for new applications with various OEM's

Took ownership of existing customers and closed 15 opportunities within the first 3 months

Generated 20 New material application opportunities within the first 3 months

Operate cross functionally to coordinate and direct the efforts of engineering, account managers, sales staff and molders to achieve material sales objectives

2005 – 2006 Plastech Engineered Products Dearborn, MI

Product Engineer – C170 Interior Hard Trim

Managed program timing, modifications and negotiations with sub-suppliers and customers

Coordinate feasibility, timing and cost among multiple suppliers (foam, adhesives, welders, fasteners, tooling and material suppliers)

Manage program from cradle to grave, worked with line workers to resolve quality and installation issues

Initiate, maintain and approve documentation for program BOM, DFMEA, DVP&R, Timing(Microsoft Project), 8-D, PPAP, APQP

2004 – 2005 Bertrandt US Automotive Lighting North America Juarez, Mexico Wixom, MI

Program Engineer (Contract thru Bertrandt US)

Engineer for GMT 360 (Saab) headlamp and tail lamp

Responsible as main contact in Mexico to oversee all engineering and launch activities

Effectively communicate customer expectations for end product requirements through multiple business divisions. (Sales, Marketing. Design, etc.)

2004 – 2005 Valeo Sylvania Seymour, Indiana /Oshawa, Canada/Shanghai, China/Bangalore, India

Product Liaison Engineer (Contract thru Bertrandt US)

Engineer for GMT 193 lighting – headlamps, tail lamps and CHMSL

Based in China and India as main contact to manage all engineering, prototype, testing and design activities

Worked side by side with Asian and Indian counterparts to complete design phase and mock up phase for Prototype launch, helped overcome timing and logistical issues by managing overseas engineering on-site and passing information back to USA

Lead new product introduction initiatives including interfacing with GM production supervisors to develop optimal assembly standards

Coordinate feasibility, timing (MS Project) and cost among multiple customers. GM China, GM Canada, GM US and Valeo Sylvania

2002 – 2004 Collins and Aikman Dearborn, MI

Product Engineer

Engineer for CD338 IP & components – glove box, steering column cover, end caps & finish panel

Coordinate feasibility, timing (MS Project) and cost among multiple suppliers (foam, adhesives, sonic welders, fasteners, tool shops and material suppliers)

Initiate, maintain and approve documentation for program BOM, DFMEA, DVP&R, PC assumption sheets, 8-D, PPAP, APQP

Engineer for GMX245 Headliner, Sunshade Systems and Targa Stowage System

Lead new product introduction initiatives including financial analysis, applicability to standards, safety requirements, global safety standards, product performance criteria and objectives

Lead feasibility studies of potential suppliers and tooling services including consideration for selective outsourcing

Successfully oversee the rollout of GMX 270 IP, topper and doors, UVan cluster & air vents, as well as the Saab cup holder

Team Leader responsible for generating & pursuing quality and cost savings ideas as well as overseeing implementation of said ideas Tasked to reduce cost on multiple levels of engineering, design and manufacturing. Reduced cost across the board 4% by using

different materials and process methods

Effectively communicate customer expectations for end product requirements through multiple business divisions. (sales, marketing. design, etc.)

2001 – 2002 Plastech Engineered Products Dearborn, MI

Product Engineer

Successfully launched Ford U/P 207 interior trim and U137 DVD entertainment systems

Managed program timing, modifications and negotiations with sub-suppliers and customers

Coordinate feasibility, timing (MS Project) and cost among multiple suppliers (foam, adhesives, sonic welders, fasteners, tool shops and material suppliers)

Lead new product introduction initiatives including financial analysis, applicability to standards, safety requirements, global safety standards, product performance criteria and objectives

Utilize Ford IT Network to facilitate all program cost and timing

Initiate, maintain and approve documentation for program BOM, DFMEA, DVP&R, Timing (MS Project), 8-D, PPAP, APQP

1999 – 2001 Lear Corporation Dearborn, MI

Technical Supervisor

FORD U/P 207 rear seat Project Engineer responsible for all program timing, modifications and negotiations with sub-suppliers and customers

Managed U/P 207 Continuous Program, responsible for modifications, financials and timing(MS Project)

1998 – 1999 North American Lighting, Inc Farmington Hills

Product Engineer

FORD M205 Program Liaison Engineer responsible for effective communication of program timing and modifications to corporate product and design engineers

Developed new design standards, specifications and guidelines

Initiate, maintain and approve documentation for program BOM, DFMEA, DVP&R, PCN & assumption sheets

Conducted Benchmarking and Recyclability Analysis and made formal presentations on the outcomes across multiple business divisions

Utilize Ford IT Network to facilitate all program cost and timing

Initiate, maintain and approve documentation for program BOM, DFMEA, DVP&R, Timing (MS Project), 8-D, PPAP, APQP

References available upon request

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