Engineering Quality/Launch / Prototype & Production

Steven B. Scozzari

**** ****** **** *****, *****, MI 48359 ***********@*****.*** 810-***-****

OBJECTIVE

Highly motivated, detail oriented, analytical thinker and problem solver who is ready to make a valuable contribution to your team. I am a flexible, adaptable, dependable, hard worker who is eager to apply my knowledge of Account/ Product and Program Engineering Management, my extensive professional skills, and my strong work ethic to a position with your organization.

SKILLS

Excellent planning and organizational skills

Detail oriented work approach, with a focus on quality and accuracy

Flexible and adaptable, able to effectively prioritize multiple assignments and consistently meet deadlines

Strong analytical skills, adept at identifying, researching, evaluating, and solving problems

Able to maintain focus for extended periods of time

Experienced in creating, reviewing, and analyzing reports

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Exceptional customer service skills

Dependable, responsible contributor dedicated to excellence and success

Strong background in all Phases of Prototype, Production, Purchasing, Engineering, Build & Quality

Skilled in Metal Stamping, Plastics, Weld and Assembly

RELATED WORK HISTORY

Weld Analyst, Tower Automotive (Contract) Clinton Twp., Michigan Nov 2015 to Present

Audit product and process’s for compliance to customer and TS 16949 requirements

Analyze SPC data for process improvement, corrective actions

Assist with plant activities to achieve quality, productivity and cost reduction goals

Assist colleagues engaged in measuring and testing product and tabulating data concerning materials, product, or process quality and reliability.

Analyze Quality problems for Root Cause and offer solutions

Audit Quality reporting for TS compliance

Analyze and Prepare work instructions for team quality solutions

Track & Implement Changes as needed in Welding Processing procedures

Provide training and support for the Quality Technicians for Tower Quality systems

Launch Engineer /Tooling Tech, Novelis (Contract) Novi, Michigan July 2014 to Nov 2015

Assigned Ford Dearborn Stamping Plant (DSP)

Assigned All Class “A” Surface Aluminum Otr Body Panels P552 Program (F-150)

Supervise material handling of 3 blanking Lines, 8 Press lines & 1 Roll form Line

Analyze Quality problems for Root Cause and offer solutions for Tooling and Production Lines

Working with customer plants to improve Novelis quality rating

Determining the acceptance or denial of customer claims and identifying the root cause of non-conformances

Supporting the launch of new vehicles by providing expertise in packaging, logistics, quality, tryout, etc.

Representing the customer’s needs in internal functions addressing TS16949 requirements

Prepare work instructions for team quality solutions

Provide direction and leadership to assure customer satisfaction

Track Parts & Implement Changes as needed in Process’s and Tooling

Conduct program budget and timing review

Comply and oversee compliance with all internal and OSHA required safety procedures

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Sr. Account Manager, Su-Dan Corporation Orion, Mi. Aug 2013 to July 2014

Management of OEM (GM, Chrysler), Tier 1 & 2 assigned accounts

Main Customer Contact

Manage accounts for Sheet Metal Stamping (Ferrous/ non-Ferrous), Plastic Mold and Assembly

Identify, analyze, quote, win and support new business

Increased business for assigned house accounts by 10%

Improve/build relationships, Improve customer satisfaction

Program & Part Release

Cradle to Grave Program Management, Prototype to Production

Quote new business, engineering changes and price adjustments

Provide direction and leadership to all departments to assure customer satisfaction

Develop, manage and strengthen customer work relationship

Satisfy customer requests for technical information

Identify problems, Provide assistance and offer assistance in quality problem resolution

Global Prototype Build/Launch Manager, Camaco LLC (Contract) Novi, Michigan Dec 2012 to Aug 2013

Manage all Prototype, Per-Production and Pilot Run programs (GM, Chrysler, Ford, Audi, BMW)

Plan and lead the prototype body and assembly processes for new model vehicle development.

Manage Build area ( 25 employee’s) Laser Weld area (4 employee’s)

Evaluates and selects prototype suppliers based on the suppliers’ capabilities, capacities, cost structures

Purchase Low Volume Production Tools and Parts for Pre-Pilot and Pilot Builds, Fixtures & Gages

Purchase/order parts and material to maintain build schedule

Manage RFQ request, Engineering changes and placement of outside work

Program and Part Release

Maintain inventory control, rate & flow to insure deliverables/build is on schedule

Track and control over 300 part numbers on 2 programs

Direct build staff as needed, conduct meetings on changes, timing issues and build requirements

Maintained 2 build schedules, 1 for testing, 1 build schedule for shipments to Germany.

Review root cause analysis and issues and recommend solutes to build problems

All outside tool and part review & follow-up

Insure communication between Engineering, Design and Quality is maintained

Manage Prototype Build for the Audi AU736 Program, 2nd Row Seat (2 versions) & 3rd Row Seat

Sr. Account/Program Manager, Quality Metalcraft Inc. Livonia, Michigan Feb 2009 to Dec 2012

Cradle to Grave Prototype to Production Program Management

Main Customer contact

Automotive, Military and Aircraft Builds/Launch

Plan and lead the prototype body and assembly processes for new model vehicle development/Launch.

Major build program Class “A” surface Hawker Beechcraft Outer Cowl Assembly FJ-44 Engine Build (All Aluminum)

Development part tracking along with process and process flow

Cost Estimating

All Contract review & approval, Program and Part Release

Issue PO/PR and Engineering change order requests (E/C) as needed

Placement and follow-up of all outside work, parts and processes

Tooling and Product Buy-Off

Inter-act with Customer, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Build areas

Supported Engineering in several new product launches, Chrysler, G.M., Toyota, Ford

Processing and Tracking on several different programs/processes and tooling at once

Identify problems and offer solutions, making sure program is on track

Conduct program budget and timing reviews

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V.P Business Development, Prototype Tooling & Mfg. Fraser, Michigan June 2000 to Feb 2009

Cradle to Grave Prototype to Production Corporate Management

Lead and Mentor Sales, Cost Estimating and Purchasing Departments

Main Corporate Customer contact

All Contract review & approval

Responsible for first major aircraft contract, Boeing Aircraft

Increased sales by 40%

Increased corporate signature by 50% into new areas of business

Increased corporate profit margins by 15%

Capital Equipment procurement and installation Stamping Press’s, Laser Cutter, Milling and Laser Weld equipment.

Conduct program budget and timing reviews Program and Part release

Approve and Issue PO/PR and Engineering change order requests

Cost Estimating

Tooling and Product Buy-Off

Inter-act with Customer, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Build areas

Supported Engineering & Quality in several new product launches, Chrysler, G.M., Toyota, For

Identify problems and offer solutions, making sure programs are on track

Daily Operations of Sheet Metal Stamping & Assembly Facility (90/100 Employee’s)

Sales/Program Manager, Industrial Experimental Inc.: Redford Michigan 1995 to 2000

Shop Forman / Sales Engineer Fab-All Prototypes Inc.: Troy, Michigan 1990 to 1995

Cradle to Grave Program Management of assigned programs

Plan and lead the prototype body and assembly processes for new model vehicle development.

Main customer contact

Interpreted Blue Prints for suitable manufacturability

Tracking of all part and manufacturing processes both in-house & out

Reviewed Quality requirements to assure proper results

Supported various prototype builds at one time

Keeping build schedule on time and on track

Suggested alternative manufacturing to reduce cost and improve timing

Expedite orders, processes PO/PR activity

Resolve payment issues as required

Cost Estimating for customer RFQ's considering requirements and targets

Shop Forman for Sheet Metal Stamping & Assembly (78 Employee’s)

Daily Operations for Sheet Metal Stamping Plant

EDUCATION

Antioch University-Philadelphia Pa

Bachelor of Arts-Management

Macomb Community College – Warren, MI

Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Supervision and Management

Macomb Community College – Warren, MI

Metal Model Maker (Journeymen)

Welder Training Center – Ferndale, Michigan

Certification Welding Processes

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

SME: Certified Manufacturing Technologist

USDL: Journeymen Metal Model Maker

ASQ: CQT Certification

ASQ: Certified QS-9000 Internal Auditor

MMC: Certified Welder

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PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

SAE: Society of Automotive Engineers

AUVSI: Association for Unmanned Vehicles System International

NDIA: National Defense Industrial Association

EAA: Experimental Aircraft Association

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