Project Manager
Resume:
DENNIS I. GILBERT
********@*****.***
**** ********* ***** ****: 810-***-****
Davison, Michigan 48423 Cell: 810-***-****
CAREER SUMMARY
Manufacturing project management professional with experience ranging from basic product assembly to total vehicle program launch. Skills in the areas of project coordination, scheduling, training, and attention to detail have been demonstrated through the completion of programs on time and ahead of schedule. An ability to acquire new knowledge and skills quickly is complemented further by an ability to work independently and as a team member.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KROGER CORPORATION, Davison, MI 2016 – Present
Provider of food products
ClickList Associate – Part-time 2016 – Present
Provide service of online grocery service
VALLEY AREA AGENCY ON AGING, Flint, MI 2010 - Present
Provider of services to the aging and administrator of Medicaid Waiver Services
Chore Service Provider – Part-time 2010 - Present
Provide landscaping and household maintenance services to homebound Medicaid
recipient.
FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM, Flint, MI 2014 – 2015
Provide transportation services for Foster Grandparent program volunteers
Driver 2014 – 2015
Provide transportation for Foster Grandparent program volunteers from the participant’s
residence to the volunteer location and return to residence again
H&R BLOCK TAX GROUP 2012 – 2013
Provider of tax preparation and bank services
Office Manager - Seasonal 2012 - 2013
Supervise tax office and advise tax preparation professionals in the provision of
tax services and bank product distribution to clients.
H&R BLOCK TAX GROUP 2011 – 2012
Provider of tax preparation and bank services
Tax Associate - Seasonal 2011 – 2012
Provide tax preparation and bank service products to individuals
GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, Detroit, MI 1972 – 2009
Global automobile manufacturer.
Cost Center / Manufacturing Requirements Engineer 2006 - 2009
Provided Cost Center and Manufacturing Requirements support to General Motors North America Operations.
Managed the Non-Portfolio Project Tracking process with the cooperation of the Manufacturing Finance Management Group to provide visual updates to leadership in the form of run-rate charts to present actual monthly project spending in relation to appropriation forecast.
Developed, tested, and led implementation of the Global Project Registration System that provided a mechanism for the submission of preventative maintenance and asset sustainment projects.
Served as instructor to provide world-wide training for the Global Project Registration System during the process introduction and roll-out phases to establish a global common manufacturing process for the submission of preventive maintenance projects.
Selected as the initial North America Regional Process Manager for oversight of the Global Project Registration System responsible for development of milestone events, meeting schedules, single point of contact support, and other undefined requirements of
the position to ensure that all necessary data was provided to allow for the appropriation of funds based on business priority.
Successfully modified the Global Appropriation Cost Elements ( ACE ) Matrix document for easier use through the addition of user interaction features which later received acceptance by the Global ACE Matrix Council as the global standard reference document.
Investment Analyst 2004 – 2006
Provided support for Advanced Vehicle Development Center Portfolio studies.
Successfully administered Manufacturing Requirements database for various product programs to allow for the implementation of common manufacturing processes and established product design guidelines.
Coordinated the compilation of product program investment data to provide guidance regarding estimate compliance to business case threshold.
Manufacturing Engineer 1994 – 2004
Provided model change launch support for seven Full Size Truck assembly plants as a member of the GM North America Front End Load Team.
Coordinated launch activities of new product introduction through the provision of manufacturing process guidance and training support to assembly plant personnel to facilitate a seamless transition from current product to new product without unit loss or quality degradation.
Assumed the role of Program Launch Manager with responsibility for coordination of all areas ensuring that production goals were met, any outstanding new product issues were resolved, and launch acceleration was completed on time or ahead of schedule.
Supervisor 1992 – 1994
Managed and supervised the activities of 35 – 40 UAW represented employees in order to maintain throughput and provide a safe work environment for production operations.
Designed and maintained statistical data support a spreadsheet to provide and compare daily manufacturing discrepancies in order to provide awareness to areas requiring immediate attention.
Ability to implement changes in department operations led to consideration and subsequent promotion to position of Manufacturing Engineer.
Hourly Employee 1972 – 1992
Performed the responsibilities of a union represented employee to ensure world class product quality and record setting production levels.
EDUCATION
MPA, Public Administration, University of Michigan, Flint, MI 1995
BS, Business Administration / Finance, University of Michigan, Flint, MI 1991
Associate in Applied Science, Gerontology 1987
Charles Stewart Mott Community College, Flint, MI
Other Relevant Training
Microsoft Word - Expert
Microsoft Excel - Expert
Microsoft PowerPoint - Expert
Red X Problem Solving – Journeyman status
Wood Window Rehabilitation – Completed (8/6/10) a ten day workshop on the proper process of rehabilitating wood double hung windows through the instruction of the Michigan Historic Preservation Network.
HR Block Tax Professional training completed 11/17/2010
Successfully passed the IRS Registered Tax Return Preparer (RTRP) exam 9/14/2012
Completed State of Michigan CDL (Commercial Driver License) requirements 2/8/2014
Volunteer Service Work
Eastside Senior Citizens Center – Since 1996, I have assisted the Executive Director of the Eastside Senior Citizens Center in the process of applying for various grants for their organization. The Center maintains a multi-passenger van to transport residents of their senior housing complex to and from activities. In this endeavor, my assistance has been to develop spreadsheets to be used to document client counts and for financial reporting. I have also provided proofreading services for various documents and publications for accuracy of content.
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