Eric W. Coger
***** ******** **. *-***, Southfield, MI.
ad333u@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Rivian /Normal/Illinois 02/2022-02/2023
Resident Engineer/Program Manager
Set detailed guidelines on what needs to be checked and what the quality standards, for High & Low Voltage Electric Harnesses.
Update the Quality Management System (QMS) with incidents, fixes and improvements.
Audit systems based on ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
Monitor the entire production cycle and perform regular tests to identify potential malfunctions as early as possible.
Spearheaded a 45,000 …part sort/rework campaign
Prepare reports on malfunctions and corrective actions (e.g. number of defective raw materials per day).
Identify the root of technical issues and recommend fixed.
Alpine-JVIS LLC/ TOLEDO JEEP ASSEMBLY PLANT
supplier quality Engineer /Liaison 06/14-02/22
Task to represent the manufacturer at one or more customer location.
Work pro-actively to monitor quality and delivery, ensuring the customer’s expectations are met or exceeded
Document and communicate any non conformances to manufacturer….
Collect any relevant data to assist in problem solving – dimensions, pictures, etc
Makes plant visits, to several customers for issues (Quality / Logistics), reporting corrective actions.
Responsible for 3rd party sorting at customer, reporting / controlling the rejection and quality cost. I also discuss Body Harness issues with the Yazaki Rep. at Jeep.
Manage customer complaints together with Quality/SCM Engineer team
Lead on Plant Sorting activity and responsible for the quality cost control
Authorized to initiate containment action when needed.
Familiar with automotive tools, e.g. APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, etc.
Good computer skills-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Visual Resources/ Exel- DETROIT, MI
Product/Warehouse Supervisor 10/13-06/14
Product Supervisor at the Exel metering facility in Detroit for a third party sort company
Supervise, train and aid my inspectors in replacing or repairing, non-conforming parts, that are utilize to build dodge ram vehicles
Repair Body Harnesses for Yazaki and other Non-Conforming parts that are located at the Warren Truck Warehouse
Ensure proper recordkeeping of training plans, schedules, evaluations and other relevant records
Coordinate, schedules and shipment to and from WTAP [warren truck assembly plant]
Assign all duties and responsibilities and scheduling of personnel
MPS/Ford Transmission /Plant -Livonia, MI
Quality Manager 07/13-10/13
Quality manager at the Ford Transmission plant in Livonia for a third party Sort Company
Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Handles complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances and conflicts.
Utilizing SAP software to Compile, code, categorize, calculate, tabulate, audit, and verify information or data.
Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work. Monitor and control resources and spending of money.
Evaluate Information to Determine Compliance with Standards - Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Detroit Manufacturing Systems – Detroit, MI
Quality Technician 01/13 – 07/13
Quality Technician for the Largest Native American owned automotive supplier in North America.
DMS develops state of the art interior systems, utilizing the latest injection molding technology.
Supervise 10 Quality Inspectors daily on Sorts, Containments and evaluating Conforming Parts.
Inspect parts using Gauges, Indicators and CMM fixtures. Implement Six Sigma and Statistical process control (SPC) and Geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T)
Maintain Daily SQDCM Spreadsheet reports. Utilized Microsoft Excel and Minitab to store and archive information and findings
Coordinate with our PC&L on JIT, ROA, MRP, and DELJIT practices.
Aid our Plant Engineers and Managers on Test Studies and production part approval processes (PPAP] for Ford Manufacturing Company and our primary Customer and our Parts Suppliers,
Assist on Quality Reports [QR] and Quality Alerts [QA] by daily communication with our Plant Liaisons
Quality Assurance Services [QAS] – Plymouth, MI
Quality Liaison/Customer Representative/team Leader 09/09-11/14 [Part/Time]
Employed has a Quality Liaison. Travelled to different Plants & Facilities throughout the Greater Detroit Area such has the Jefferson North Assembly Plant [Chrysler], Ford Rouge Plant and
Webasto between Customer and Supplier on Shipping, Logistics and Quality Concerns
Commute to Major Manufacturing Facilities aiding them in Work Processes and Standard Operating Procedures
Supervise up to 15 employees on sorts and containments.
Performs checks, inspections and measurements on Conforming/Non-Conforming Parts utilizing the latest Gauging Tools and North American Headquarters and Moeller Aerospace has a Quality Technician
Liaison
Apparatuses.
Report my findings and results by Data Entry/Inputting, Faxing, Scanning and E-Mailing
The Chrysler Corporation LLC– Detroit, MI
quality Inspector/Quality Assurance/CNC Set up/Programmer/Operator 08/95-10/09
Inspector has the ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools .Understands AS9102
1st article documentation and lot documentation
Measured work dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures
Worked has a CMM Operator for 2 years using PC-DMIS Software
Trained in Lean Manufacturing, SQDCM, ISO Processes, OHSA, Safety Training and Lockout Training
Programmed CAD/Cam Related Software-3 Axis/Multi spindle CNC Machines throughout plant
Worked with Vertical and Horizontal Lathe & Mill Machines
CNC Machine Repairs on an as needed basis
Routine Preventative lubrication Maintenance on all equipment
Engine Teardown and Analysis
Organized data from several sources and communicated data in a usable format
Learned working knowledge in SAS software packages, Microsoft Access, Excel Macros, and MS Office tools.
US Army – Mannheim, Germany
Logistic Planner/Team Leader and Army Liaison/Transportation Specialist 07/85-06/93
Light Wheeled Mechanic, Dispatcher
Performed logistics deliberate planning processes.
Developed and supervised preparation of logistics annexes for operations plans and orders, programming plans, and general support, contingency, and exercise plans.
Monitored and resolved logistics limiting factors.
Prepared, evaluated, and supervised all aspects of deployment planning, dispersal, sustainment, recovery, reconstitution, exercises, and logistics support procedures.
Provided logistical and operational information between US Army Battalion and local German officials
EDUCATION
Logistic Planner/Transportation Specialist Certification United States Army 1987-1991
B.A. Degree [in Process] Wayne State University (present)
Engine Overview/Leadership Certification MCC
TECHNICAL SKILLS
MS Word - MS Excel - MS PowerPoint - MS Visio - MS Outlook - MRP
SQL - Ford DDL - Chrysler SMART - QAD - Man base - SAP Software