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William R. Kindle
Objective: To obtain a position within an automotive manufacturing organization that will challenge my knowledge and skill set.
Experience: Oct. 2014-Present General Motors Lordstown, OH Quality Tech
Ensure compliance to company safety and work place organization goals
Responsible for Torque data base, Monitors and equipment/tooling
Program and maintain ultra sound equipment for use in non- destructive weld integrity testing
Train Supervisors and Team Members to use ultra sound equipment
Train new Supervisors in daily operations/responsibilities and quality systems
Coach Quality and Production Supervisors in problem solving methodology and documentation
Maintain department training records
Setup and manage containment activities in house and in the shipping yard
Track all department overtime and charge to responsible parties
Develop and maintain hourly and salary standardized work.
Conduct assessment of job duties/functions to increase productivity and efficiency
Conduct and document various problem solving activities
Collect, disposition, and track hourly and salary vacation requests
Conduct work station and BPD audits
Conduct interviews with hourly personnel and union officials to determine appropriate corrective action for performance issues July 2013-Oct. 2014 General Motors Lordstown, OH
Group Leader/Supervisor
Manage daily activities in Quality Operations
Oversee quality inspection of in process and finished product
Supervise Quality personnel in Trim and Chassis departments
Maintain Quality documentation including but not limited to; containment records, Task Instruction Sheets, Job Element Sheets, Vacation Requests, etc.
Responsible for ensuring time keeping accuracy for payroll purposes
Conduct interviews with hourly personnel and union officials to determine appropriate corrective action for performance issues Sept. 2012-July 2013 Aerotek (General Motors) Lordstown, OH Quality ISO/Compliance Auditor
Audit manufacturing processes and procedures in accordance with ISO requirements
Maintain corrective action procedures and database
Conduct user acceptance tests on new tooling and equipment
Set tool travel within job stations operational foot print
Revise and/or develop documentation as directed
Serve as a liaison between quality and manufacturing Jan. 2012-Sept. 2012 Mah. Col. Training Assoc. Youngstown, OH Youth Job Developer
Enhance youth leadership skills
Conduct classroom training teaching work readiness skills
Assist youth in career development and research
Conduct follow up, prepare documentation, keep and update records Oct. 2003 – Dec. 2008 Ventra Plastics (FKA Blackhawk Auto) Salem, OH Quality Engineer
Maintain quality documentation
Extensive knowledge of APQP documentation
Work with customers such as GM, Ford, and Chrysler on a daily basis
Prepare PPAP submissions
Conduct root cause analysis
Developed and implemented inspection procedures
Developed and implemented various rework procedures
Manage and oversee inspection and rework procedures
Developed and maintained APQP documentation
Practiced and implemented quality systems basic techniques
Conduct D.O.E. and other problem solving activities May 1994 – Oct. 2003 Blackhawk Automotive Plastics Salem, OH Paint Operator
Paint and assembly on various automotive part production lines
Work with automated machinery
Maintain high level of production and exceeded quality expectations
Performed final inspection for part quality
Education: January 2010 – August 2011
Kent State University, Associate Degree
Major: Applied Science
Specializing in Human Resource Technologies
Course of studies include Case Management practices, psychology, and other business related courses such as advanced mathematics and science 1991 Graduate of Beaver Local High School
Business Classes
Professional Training: Quality Engineering
PFMEA Training – Learned to create and maintain PFMEA’s in compliance with AIAG Level IIII requirements
Quality documentation training-Trained to create and maintain control and flow plans to include both APQP and production phases
Trained in root cause analysis documentation such as 5-why, drill deep, 8- D, and Problem Reporting Resolution
Quality System Basics Training
Mpact Computer Software Training – Links, Flows, Controls, & PFMEA
Management Training Seminar – Held at Atwood by the Prillarman Group
Powerway – Online PPAP system for Chrysler
GQTS – Global Quality Tracking System used by General Motors
Extensive training to conduct process audits
Proficient in the use of computer technologies including Microsoft office applications.
Familiar with ISO & TS requirements
Experienced with lean manufacturing practices