Quality Assurance

JOHN E. MAY

***** ****** **** * *****: 517-***-****

Bryan, OH 43506 Email: *********@*****.***

Professional Summary

A results oriented, highly driven production specialist with over 10 years of experience working with and leading manufacturing teams. Strong expertise in Quality Assurance and implementing solutions to provide continuous process improvements. Skilled in Lean principles resulting in effective cost and waste management. Technically proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experienced working in union and non-union environments.

Areas of Expertise

Six Sigma Lean/DFSS Green Belt

ISO 9001 & TS 16949

5S / 6S, Care and Protection

Process Improvements

Troubleshooting

Customer Satisfaction

Regulatory Compliance

Verbal/Written Communication

MSA

ASNT VT II Certified

Cost/Waste Reduction

Motivational Leadership

Professional Experience

HILLER SYSTEMS, Marinette, WI Apr 2014 - Present

Assistant Superintendent/QA POC

Oversaw and directed Lockheed Martin fire suppression system installation, ensuring quality and workmanship. Reduced installation time by 2 months compared to previous.

Resolve system installation and functionality issues through close collaboration with FMM engineering, FMM QA, and LMCO QA teams.

Decreased testing time of welded P-1 piping system for fire suppression from 3 months to 3.5 weeks.

Lead and direct up to 30 associates through daily activities and special projects.

ARCELORMITTAL TAILORED BLANKS, Pioneer, OH Aug 2013 - Apr 2014

Laser Weld Inspector

Confirmed laser weld quality and consistency for manufactured automotive components.

Improved overall productivity and OEE through reduction of waste on production line.

WOTCO, Mills, WY Sep 2010 - Aug 2013

Fabrication Supervisor

Drove productivity of up to 20 associates through effective leadership and strong management skills.

Resequenced welded sub-assemblies and created weld out procedures, decreasing build times and warpage.

Reduced defect rate by 50% by empowering workers and taking a proactive approach to Quality Control.

SKD AUTOMOTIVE GROUP, Jonesville, MI Mar 2005 - Sep 2008

QA Supervisor

Troubleshot sorting process from beginning to end, resulting in reduction in scrap and rework.

Designed and implemented check fixtures to assist line operators in catching defects instantly.

Worked closely with engineering and customers to identify functionally acceptable component modifications.

Integral partner in Kaizen events, designed to reduce waste and improve productivity.

Led and directed up to 30 associates, including outsourced support.

JOHN E. MAY CONSTRUCTION, South Haven, MI Jun 2000 - Mar 2005

Sole Proprietor

Solicited contracts for residential home construction or modifications.

Education & Training

Bachelor of Arts, Multidisciplinary Studies, Sienna Heights University, Adrian, MI

Associate of Science, Math, Jackson Community College, Jackson, MI

Associate of Arts, English, Jackson Community College, Jackson, MI

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