Lawrence A. Williamson

**** ******** ****, *** ****, Atlanta, GA. 30338 336-***-****

ad05b7@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER OBJECTIVE: Creative, resourceful and innovative problem solver with extensive background experience in management team-based manufacturing facility seeking a position with a reputable company that encourages and promotes personal and professional growth and development.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from Wayne State University, 1994.

Certification in Biotechnology, Wake Technical Community College, 2003.

North Carolina State Certification in Biotechnology, 2004.

Master’s Courses in Chemistry, NC A&T State University, 2004.

North Carolina State University Certification Six Sigma Greenbelt, 2005.

TRAINING:

Computer Skills include: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook-Email, lotus notes).

Six Sigma Green Belt (Certification, 2005, 2017) and Six Sigma Black Belt Training, 2017.

SPC, Cpk, Minitab, SAP, Business Objects and AS 400.

cGMP, cGLP, 5S, AIB, DHEC, and Lean Manufacturing.

Certified Internal Auditor for ISO 9001-2000, ESH for ISO 14001/OHSAS 18001, IATF TS16949.

In-Line Defect Inspection systems – ISRA.

Experience with GC, HPLC, FTIR, CMM (Brown and Sharp), Micro Vu, and PC Dmis Software.

Experience with PPAP, FMEA, 8D, Control plans, DOE, GD&T Drawings, and Poka Yoke.

Safe Start Training – Certified Safety Trainer 2018.

Serv Safe Training – Certificate 2023

HACCP Training – Certificate 2023

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

TMS a HAVI Co. Atlanta, Georgia May 2022 – Present

Quality Manager – Packaging (Chick-Fil-A Corporate Support Center)

Responsible for the implementation of the quality plan across supply partners to drive continuous improvements in packaging production for Chick-fil-A.

Lead supplier onboarding activities for packaging suppliers.

Manage supply partner production data against specification (produce to target).

On-Site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for customer relating to all packaging quality.

Conduct quality system verifications – on-site audits.

Support Speed-to-Market initiatives on new packaging items.

Address field packaging issues by developing direct contact with select Owner/Operators, providing quick and consistent responses and serve as a resource to O/O’s.

PAC Worldwide Atlanta, Georgia May 2021 – April 2022

Quality Manager

Develop, implement, and manage effective quality assurance policies and programs for operation.

· Initiate and implement continuous process improvement through RCA and CAPA systems.

Manage Quality Lab, Staff of 8 reports, maintain instrument calibrations and monthly KPI’s.

Ensured quality testing, rework process, inspection of incoming, in-process and end-product materials.

· Technical support for production in need of identifying and developing innovative structures and/or process improvements that support the company's objective.

Kloeckner Metals Greenville, South Carolina July 2018 – April 2021

Quality Assurance Manager/Branch Safety Manager

Responsibility for maintaining IATF 16949/ISO 9001:2015 compliance for the quality management system by managing quality policies, standards, procedures, programs and practices while driving and facilitating continuous improvement.

Interface with customers as a key host performing facility tours including IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3 audits.

Perform 8D management including writing and issuing customer corrective actions; as well as verification and effectiveness of corrective actions.

Define, review and drive PPAP requirements.

Establish KPI monitoring and data analysis systems to identify process compliance and capability.

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Active role with continuous process improvement through RCA and CAPA systems.

Work closely with all functional areas of the business to secure alignment toward objectives.

Safety Management responsibility for the facility Safety (Safe Start Program) and Environmental annual compliance.

Safety training and tracking, hazard identification and job hazard analysis.

Manage close calls, accident reporting and investigations.

CarMax Greenville, South Carolina Dec 2017 – April 2021

Senior Sales Consultant - Part Time

Ranked Top 25 part-time salesman throughout all CarMax locations in the country within 10 months.

Awarded President’s Club - Silver level status for achieving the required number of vehicle sales/extended service plan.

Guide customers every step of the way, from sale or appraisal to test drives and arranging financing applications.

Complete all relevant records and documentation to ensure smooth transitions for customers.

EPC (Engineered Plastics Components) Anderson, South Carolina Oct 2017 – July 2018

Quality Manager

Assures compliance of the quality management system by managing quality policies, standards, procedures, programs and practices while driving and facilitating continuous improvement.

Responsible for the implementation of new automotive certification for IATF TS16949.

Manage metrology lab for dimensional measurements for parts. Perform Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Gage R&R, PPAP, CMM, FMEA, Control Plans and GD&T Drawings.

Manage product containment activities in the event of customer complaints.

Performs 8D management including writing and issuing customer corrective actions; as well as verification and effectiveness of corrective actions.

Acts as a host for external/customer-requested IATF 16949/ISO 9001:2015 and VDA 6.3 audits or initiating new customer-requested Quality Systems requirements.

Provide key performance quality results to staff monthly. Analyze trend analysis for claim dollars, deviations, quarantine holds and inspection yield losses.

MITSUBISHI POLYESTER FILM Greer, South Carolina 2011 – Oct 2017

Quality Assurance Manager May 2017 – Oct 2017

Assures compliance of the quality management system by managing quality policies, standards, procedures, programs and practices while driving and facilitating continuous improvement.

Provide key performance quality results to the management team weekly. Analyze monthly trend analysis for claim dollars, downgrades, deviations, quarantine holds and inspection yield losses.

Work directly with sales, manufacturing and customers to identify requirements, specifications and expectations.

Lead continuous efforts in job safety analysis, waste reduction and claim reduction.

Provide customer technical reports involving product and supplier quality data analysis, control plans, root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Lead continuous scrap reduction projects and standardized final inspection methods.

Manage the response, review and communication of customer feedback and complaints information.

Directly supervise associates and is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the quality group.

Senior Quality Engineer, June 2011- May 2017

Responsible for leading key product quality improvement initiatives for assigned film line.

Maintain the quality for customer accounts including the largest company account – 65% volume.

Quality liaison for film line areas, R&D, Testing Lab and Marketing and Technical Service.

Developed a pre/post batch database system to improve production yields.

Provide trial support for new and existing products. Ensure the quality testing and specifications are adequate for the development.

Claim investigation and resolution to determine root cause and implement corrective and preventative actions.

Maintain adequate quality testing and frequency, rework process, inspection of in-process and end-product materials.

Knowledgeable in using statistical tools for process improvements and customer technical quality reviews.

Conduct QMS internal and external supplier quality audits to ensure quality management systems are in compliance.

Manage quarterly inspection audits from South Carolina Department of Health and Environment Control.

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NORTH STATE FLEXIBLES Greensboro, North Carolina May 2006 – Jan 2011

Quality Assurance Manager

Management representative responsible for the implementation of the Quality Management System, QC Laboratory and Customer Complaint System.

Responsible for maintaining compliance with ISO, cGMP, AIB and 5S.

Excellent knowledge of ISO 9001:2000, cGMP and AIB requirements for the pet food, pharmaceutical and flexible packaging industry.

Developed, implemented, and managed effective quality assurance policies and programs for operation.

· Initiated and implemented continuous process improvement through RCA and CAPA systems.

Customer interface with all quality-related issues involving customer claims, audits and visits.

Ensured quality testing, rework process, inspection of incoming, in-process and end-product materials.

· Technical support for sales and customers in need of identifying and developing innovative structures and/or process improvements that support the company's objective.

Special Projects: Acquired first AIB certification with SUPERIOR rating classification. Implementation of 5S program. Successfully converted the plant to cGMP in order to manufacture pet food packaging products.

Completion of Supplier Audits - New Accounts acquiring $30MM annually

MOEN Sanford, North Carolina May 2005 – May 2006

Quality Engineer/ Coating finishes -Six Sigma Greenbelt

PPG INDUSTRIES Greensboro, North Carolina June 2000 – March 2005

QA/QC Manager

Plant Chemist, Greensboro, North Carolina May 1999 – June 2000

SHERWIN WILLIAMS Fort Wayne, Indiana August 1996 – May 1999

Senior Chemist/Powder Coatings

MORTON INTERNATIONAL Rochester Hills, MI Feb 1994 – August 1996

Chemist/Powder Coatings

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