Manager Manufacturing

Barry D. Williams acqehs@r.postjobfree.com

*** ****** *****, ***********, ** 28117 704-***-**** (H) 980-***-**** (C)

Dynamic and highly motivated leader who is driven to achieve results, capable of excelling in a mid to upper management level position in a manufacturing environment as a Manufacturing/Engineering or Lean Manufacturing Director. Team player, with a strong automotive quality and leadership background. Proficient background in Lean/Six Sigma and Problem Solving that can effectively support critical continuous improvement and cost control initiatives in most manufacturing environments. Ability to bring prior training and coaching/mentoring experience to the table and support leadership development. Proven track record of advancement and tenure that positively impacts succession planning strategies. Can be an excellent fit for a critical employment opportunity in almost any manufacturing environment.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Successfully supported automotive quality and manufacturing environments for over 20 years

Able to support quality outputs on a global platform

Ability to manage quality performance, capable of achieving world class results (prior history of <10 PPM/year)

Effectively able to apply reliable business acumen

Total number of employees supervised increased to over 400; promoted to senior level management role

Understanding of all AIAG Core Tool Disciplines; able to proficiently apply them to support manufacturing efficiency (FMEA, Control Plans, APQP, SPC, MSA, PPAP); can effectively train manufacturing teams

Expanded knowledge of Planning/Scheduling ERP/MRP systems can support cross functional responsibilities

Developed strong Supply Chain and Supplier Development understanding; can apply cost control initiatives

Ability to apply Green Belt Certification and extensive Lean background to support manufacturing improvements and reduction of waste (MUDA)

Quality System background can support technical standards implementation and/or 3rd Party Registration

Certified Lead Auditor to ISO 9001/TS 16949; can assist in quality management system requirements

Can sustain effective Continuous Improvement environment within any manufacturing setting

Ability to Lead Kaizen Projects and develop future project leaders

Successfully participated global corporate Continuous Improvement activities; placed 2nd among 23 teams in 2014

Ability to apply previous cost savings initiatives of over 3 million dollars to support future cost control strategies

Extremely proficient in Problem Solving arena; can support Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving methodologies such as 5-Why, 7/8-D, Fishbone/Ishikawa, and A3

Capable of applying prior manufacturing growth experience to support resource and strategic planning needs

Can successfully perform at any level of manufacturing, from hands on applications to corporate office

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support management outputs

WORK EXPERIENCE

RSI Home Products Inc. Lincolnton, NC

Jan 2015 – May 2015

Assembly Plant Manager Industry leader of wood cabinet manufacturing

-Reported to the Director of Manufacturing

-Oversaw over 400 employees on 2 shifts; including 14 salaried plant supervisors

-Able to maintain and improve safety record within the first 3 months

-Responsible to oversee daily productivity and efficiency performance

-Successfully incorporated multiple workstation layout changes to help drive Lean manufacturing improvements

-Plant Lead for continuous improvement and problem solving roles

NGK Ceramics USA, Inc. Mooresville, NC

1997 – Jan 2015

Plant 2 Department Manager Manufacturer of ceramic substrates used for catalytic converters

-Reported to the North American manufacturing site President

-Was promoted from Quality Engineer to Inspection Manager to Quality Manager and then Plant 2 Dept. Manager

-Successfully oversaw the outputs of 4 manufacturing areas; involving 280 Operators and 4 Area Managers

-Managed all activities involving a 3 shift operation and also oversaw some 24/7 outputs

-Contributed to the overall production growth from 8 million units to over 18 million units shipped

-Successfully supported the implementation of QS 9000 and then ISO 9001/TS 16949

-Served as the Management Representative and Project Leader for TS 16949 implementation

-Able to fill the role of lead contact for the Engineering and Sales office in Novi, MI

-Played a key role in development of quality system controls in the newest manufacturing site in Monterrey, MX

-Supported quality activities on a global platform, including Japan, Poland, China, Mexico, South Africa & Poland

-Successfully supported Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Leadership Development initiatives

-Ability to effectively oversee wholesale changes to Logistics Operations including introduction of new external warehouse

Guilford Mills Greensboro, NC

1995 – 1997

Quality Assurance Manager Manufacturer of laminated fabric for automotive applications

-Reported to the Plant Manager

-Responsible for day to day Quality Assurance, Testing and Final Inspection operations

-Supported implementation of QS 9000 quality system requirements

-Left to begin working at NGK Ceramics

Bauman Springs Charlotte, NC

1993-1995

Quality Engineer Manufacturer of precision springs for automotive applications

-Reported to the Quality Manager

-Responsible to support all quality assurance activities at this site

-Also supported the development and implementation of QS 9000 quality system requirements

EDUCATION

Pfeiffer University

Master of Business Administration Graduated in December, 2009

University of North Carolina Charlotte

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology Graduated in December, 1993

SPECIALIZED TRAINING

GD&T, MSA/Measurement Uncertainty, Certified Lead Auditor to the TS 16949 Standard, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt, Value Stream Mapping, Automotive Core Tools, Design of Experiments, Advanced SPC Training, Effective Communication, Project Writing, Cycle Count Inventory Management, APICS skills, Leadership Development

EXPERIENCE BASED TRAINING

Multiple problem solving methodologies (8-D, 5-Why, A3, DOE)

Cost analysis and efficiency management

AIAG Core Tools – PPAP, SPC, FMEA, MSA, Control Plan, APQP (very skilled in all tools)

Lean manufacturing practices, Value stream mapping

Quality System and Documentation management software (QSI)

TQM and TPM application understanding and successful deployment in a manufacturing environment

Inventory control applications – cycle counts, import and export management, warehouse optimization and costing

Logistics Operations, including warehousing, domestic and overseas freight applications, Custom clearance

Global production and quality experience

Understanding of successful operations in a multi-cultural manufacturing environment

Strong statistical applications (SPC, DOE applications, Infinity software, Minitab, Excel, DBQ for Statistics)

Excellent people management skills, 7+ years experience in top management position

ERP/MRP software exposure

AS/400 understanding

Mechanical Drafting experience

Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Project Manager)

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