Objective

To obtain a position with an organization that can fully utilize and benefit from my skill set as a technical interface between manufacturing and the customer allowing quick problem resolution and 100% on time delivery. My unique capabilities and strong work ethic and hands on knowledge were developed while working within responsible positions I have held.

Summary

Self-motivated professional with a well-documented track record of continuous improvement across the areas of technology, electronics, manufacturing operations, and quality control. Capable and willing to quickly develop experience with new technologies as needed.

Results driven leader with the skills to effectively work with multi-disciplinary teams in a high-pressure, complex, global environment. Gaining a precise level of understanding of customer requirements, identify and solve any manufacturability problems, eliminate communication berries, to meet and exceed corporate and customer expectations.

Skills and Abilities

Communicates customer requirements and concerns effectively to everyone in the manufacturing process to increase manufacturability and reduce potential rejections per customer specifications.

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Ability to perform electrical analysis of test requirements for Capacitor & Thin Film products.

Ability to perform with electro mechanical testing with instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, and bridges.

Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics.

Ability to read and use the Metric and English systems.

Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

EXPERIENCE

Matcor Welcome, NC

Fully-integrated supplier of manufacturing and engineering services providing steel components and complex, high value-added assemblies for the construction, heavy truck and industrial sectors.

Process Liaison Engineer 2011-2016

Maintained a vast understanding of the laser, punch, spot weld, stamping, form, manual weld, robotic weld, pressure vessel weld, powder coat paint and post-paint assembly processes to assist all plant operations with reducing waste, producing quality products, and maintaining preventative maintenance schedules on machines and equipment.

Weekly onsite meetings with Quality Engineers from Matcor, Deere-Hitachi and Caterpillar to address customer quality concerns which drove process improvement projects.

Implemented eight successful program launches (533 new parts). Maintained high levels of communication with customers and Matcor design and manufacturing teams during program launches and after supply chain establishment to ensure customer satisfaction.

Evaluated, and improved manufacturing methods implementing Lean processes. Two Kaizen events were completed per quarter, resulting more than $305,000 annual cost savings.

Developed and maintained standard work instructions, processes, and procedures based on customer needs, part metrics, and root cause analysis findings. Trained manufacturing floor on standard work instructions and processes.

Developed a Plan for Every Part based on safety and ergonomics, customer demand, part metrics, equipment utilization, and plant layout.

Evaluated, analyzed, and improved laser efficiency and sheet metal utilization. Improvements in laser efficiency, and sheet metal utilization resulting in $250,000 annual cost savings.

Value Stream Champion for Caterpillar, Sanford (55% of Matcor’s business), stream lined manufacturing requirements to ensure 100% on-time delivery of quality products.

Co-Championed two ISO audits, two Caterpillar 7SWE audits, and one Caterpillar CAV Paint audit all resulting in re-certification.

Ability to load information into production management system to create bills of materials, routers, work standards, and standard costs.

Garmin Olathe, KS

A leading worldwide provider of navigation, committed to making superior products for automotive, aviation, marine, outdoor and fitness markets

Electro Mechanical Test Engineer 2008-2010

Interfaced with Research and Development on all new products to establish electronic durability standards, and identify potential process failures before production.

Installed electrical or electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies, using soldering equipment and hand tools.

Tested the performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, and bridges.

Performed preventative maintenance on all test equipment, effectively reported all equipment failures to Engineering and IT personnel.

All equipment was customized for testing each product line which constantly evolved, so ongoing operational and maintenance training was required.

All testing on aviation and marine units required adhering to government guidelines and providing documentation of all results.

Maintained technical electronic product knowledge within a robust product development environment. Managed ongoing training and electro mechanical testing required for new products, resulting more efficient diagnosis of returned product.

Evaluated all returned products for both electromechanical mechanical and electrical software failure, identified rework potential.

Performed daily audits on products before they ship to ensure order and invoice accuracy.

Performed daily 5S audits on all work stations.

Prepared and presented reports to the management team on audit findings, resulting in a cost avoidance of $1.3 million in shipping discrepancies.

Aaron’s Tile Raytown, MO

A small tile company that I owned.

Owner 2003-2008

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

DeVry, Kansas City, Mo 2002-2005

Completed 90 hours towards a Bachelor’s Degree Network Communication Management

Proficiency with AutoCAD, Pro E, Minitab, and Microsoft Office Software.

Six Sigma Black Belt Certification 2013

Caterpillar Seven Steps to Welding Excellence Certification 2012

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