Manager Project

Dennis A. Adamisin MBA, BSAE

**** ********* **. ****: 260-***-****

Fort Wayne, IN 46815-8767 E-mail: *********@*****.***

Difference Maker

The purpose of this is to introduce myself and to see if my experience and background will help you reach the business success you are targeting. My resume highlights some of the successes my employers have enjoyed due to my efforts – I would bet several of these would appeal to you. For example, could you have used anything like these things I have done?

Created $2 million new revenue by taking charge of the service parts business.

Institutionalized Benchmarking to create the foundation for sustainable improvements.

Eliminated the #1 warranty issue via a Six-Sigma process improvement.

Enabled offshore business expansion by documenting compliance data for international markets.

I have extensive product and process development experience in industries as diverse as Aerospace, Automotive, Commercial Truck, School Bus, and Satellite Antennas. Across all the roles I have fulfilled, the constant is that continuous improvement and cost excellence are the ever-green success factors. The low cost/high-value supplier controls the marketplace. If we share that perception, then I look forward to discussing how my qualifications and experience can help you succeed

Dennis A. Adamisin

Dennis A. Adamisin, MBA, BSAE

Cell: 260-***-**** 2124 Greythorn Drive

E-mail: *********@*****.*** Fort Wayne, IN 46815-8767

CRADLE-TO-GRAVE PROGRAM ACCOUNTABILITY

Creative, intuitive, with extensive experience for product simplification and standardization - the “Go-To Player” for leading cross-function projects that meet/exceed customers’ expectations.

Led several cross-functional teams through developing and implementing product programs; defining and delivering project metrics in performance, cost and timing.

Reporting Project Status to Management typically within the framework of Project Gate Reviews.

Introduced the means of writing project team assignments via previously unknown utilities of project monitoring software (MS Project)

Certified Trainer, Kepner-Tregoe Project Management Workshop. Trained numerous teams in Project Management methodology and the language of Program Management. Adjunct Professor teaching Program Management for a local University.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

BRODAK MANUFACTURING, Carmichaels, PA - Electric Products Consultant 2009-Present

Leading producer of model aircraft kits and products. Customer driven hobbyist-enthusiast class of business.

Writing specifications and managing Design, Product and Engineering for motors, controls and Lithium Polymer batteries from off-shore sourced (Asia) products.

Designing products

Answering customer questions regarding product applications

ROLLS ROYCE, Indianapolis, IN (contract) - Project Engineer - Cost Excellence 2010, 2012-2015

Aerospace world leader in jet engines, turboshaft engines, and gas turbine engines for aircraft, marine and industrial use.

Project leader for several cost improvement projects for European & American products. Included fulfilling documentation requirements and live presentation to Managers (internationally) of projects to meet expectations of product gate reviews.

Assisted with preparation of the Contract house’s responses to Statements of Work.

Member of team responsible for assigning Export Classification Codes to 1 million part numbers in 1 year.

EATON CORPORATION, Galesburg, Michigan (contract) - Project Test Engineer 2010-2011

Major innovator and supplier with Hybrid power trains, & commercial truck transmissions.

Tracked & prepared weekly report on progress of a field campaign.

Led component test projects.

BORG WARNER THERMAL SYSTEMS, Marshall MI - Senior Product Engineer 2002-2009

Major supplier of Radiator cooling fans and Fan drives, including former Kysor, Schwitzer & Eaton product lines.

Program Manager for customer programs and ongoing customer sales support.

Created $2 million new revenue by taking charge of the service parts business.

Eliminated the #1 warranty issue and reduced test process cycle time by 28% with a Six-Sigma process improvement.

CHANNEL MASTER ANTENNAS, Smithfield, NC - Program & Operations Manager 2001-2002

Satellite Dish systems and traditional home and commercial antenna systems.

Led product programs for specific customer applications.

Technical input for creating quotes, responded to RFQ’s, and unsolicited “cold” quotes, generating additional revenue.

WORKHORSE CUSTOM CHASSIS, Union City, IN (contract) Program Launch Manager 2001

Specialty chassis builder: class 3-6 Commercial and RV chassis.

Developed and implemented an APQP-derived product program process introducing lean product development and lean manufacturing practices for a new specialty chassis builder furthering cross-functional project team accountability.

Introduced Project Tracking via company intranet.

INDIANA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, Fort Wayne, IN – Adjunct Professor 2001

Taught classes in Program Management and Personal Development

NAVISTAR, Fort Wayne, IN - Program & Project Manager 1984 – 2000

Class 6-8 Commercial Truck and dominant builder of School Buses.

As Program Manager Led cross-functional teams through developing and implementing several product programs, defining and delivering project metrics in performance, cost and timing.

Facilitated teams through Quality Tools processes (dFMEA, pFMEA, DFA, DFM, Process Mapping, etc.) generating improved assembly process, reducing costs.

Instrumental in creating and institutionalizing a Benchmarking Center: identifying Best-In-Class products and processes to create the foundation for sustainable improvements.

Launched major Chassis and Body programs, in union and non-union assembly plants, generating active, enthusiastic participation of assembly personnel in design and product release process.

Achieved 50%-80% reductions in warranty through 3 successive projects across two plants.

Implemented $15 million annual cost savings program; largest ever achieved.

Enabled offshore business expansion by documenting compliance data for international markets.

Led the creation and administration of Navistar Engineering Suggestion Program; resulting in processing over 1,000 cost and product improvement suggestions in the first year, exceeding expectations.

Led Aerodynamic Research & Development supporting Industrial Design. Awarded two patents.

FORD MOTOR COMPANY, Dearborn, MI - Project Engineer –Aerodynamics: 1976-1984

Automotive products and Light trucks

Led Aerodynamic Research & Development supporting Industrial Design. Awarded two patents.

Conducted wind tunnel tests refining new car and truck designs and improving fuel economy.

Aerodynamicist for "Team Taurus" and the original Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

MBA - Business Administration. Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN

BS - Aerospace Engineering. Tri-State University, Angola, IN

Software Proficiency: Microsoft PROJECT, OFFICE (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint & Word)

Certified Trainer - Senn-Delaney Climate for Performance Workshop

Certified Trainer - Kepner-Tregoe Project Management Workshop

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