John M. Cincilla

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ad3u3i@r.postjobfree.com 269-***-****

Accomplished and dedicated professional with 20+ years of experience in a wide variety of engineering-related disciplines including product design and development, sales, purchasing, quality management, supplier development and production. Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. Quality conscious, results-driven, self-starter, and team player. Proven problem solving and program management skills. Thorough knowledge of quality, production, prototype, and product design processes. Extremely positive attitude. Seek to apply my skills and experience in a challenging scientific sales or engineering-related position in a professional and dynamic environment.

Core Competencies

Product Design & Prototyping

Material Science (Al Fe Mg)

Engineering Management

Communication skills

Fabrication and Assembly

Quality Systems

Procurement

Technical Writing

CNC Machining

Metrology

Program Management

Sand and Die Casting

Supplier Development

Lean Manufacturing

VA/VE

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

FEMA Corporation Portage MI

Product Engineer 2021 – Present

Provided Product Engineering support for the manufacture of hydraulic valves.

Program management of new product introduction (AIAG based).

Led continuous improvement activities.

Assisted in manufacturing engineering efforts to support production.

Acted as product expert in resolving and assessing quality issues. Magna Casting Battle Creek, MI

Product Engineer /Prototype Program Manager 2016 – 2020

Provided Product Engineering support for high integrity automotive structural die castings.

Prototype program management support and coordination.

provided design and development for prototypes phases.

Successfully launched several prototype programs for Stellantis, Honda, and GM.

Led the coordination of the purchasing and application of engineering tooling and services.

Established process and manufacturing parameters for die cast components. American Axle Corporation Three Rivers, MI

Product Engineer 2014 – 2016

Provided product engineering support for production and quality of automotive drive train systems.

Led the implementation of engineering design changes.

Successfully launched K2xx (GM truck) 9.5" axle program.

Investigated and provided engineering support for product quality-related issues.

Developed, calculated, and maintained cost saving (VA/VE) activities and systems. Getman Corporation Bangor, MI

Technical Writer 2012 – 2014

Created and edited technical reports, manuals, catalogs, and other company related publications for underground mining vehicles.

Documented procedures and created work instructions.

Developed and documented maintenance and operation procedures.

Improved methods and systems of communication for quality and engineering systems. Diversified Business Services (Home business) Kalamazoo, MI Owner/Account Manager 2009 – 2012

Marketed electronic (credit card processing and point-of-sale) business services to retail and wholesale merchants.

Created price quotes. Introduced credit card products and services and expanded business opportunities with existing Customer accounts. Tracked new sales performance to goals. Contech U.S. LLC Portage, MI

Program Manager / Design Engineer 1999 – 2009

Provided prototype program management for high-integrity aluminum die cast products.

Created, developed, and managed highly engineered prototype programs. Optimized products for design, manufacturing and VA/VE during pre-production phases to ensure launches of high-volume components for major automakers and suppliers.

Aided in the design of new products (design for manufacturing) and processes resulting in on-time and profitable launches into production. ($2 - $3 million per year in purchased parts and services).

Developed and guided the supplier base that improved profitability, quality, and delivery. (supplier development). Initiated and strengthened sales-engineering relationships with customers, resulting in the establishment of long-term business collaboration. Customers: Toyota, Honda, ACH, TRW, General Motors, Ford, Delphi, TRW.

Denso Manufacturing Battle Creek, MI

Product Design Engineer 1990 – 1999

Ensured products designed remotely were compatible with US-based manufacturing for automotive climate control and engine cooling products.

Prepared detailed, accurate, and timely engineering change instructions.

Used general engineering skills, broad understanding of vendor base, and manufacturing methods to communicate technical and commercial information during production and pre-production phases.

Performed vehicle tear-down and VAVE activities with Customers and suppliers.

Spearheaded launch of first US-based rear AC system for Toyota (Sienna).

Coordinated development of first North American prototype department.

VA/VE and benchmarking, resulting in millions of dollars in savings. EDUCATION

Michigan Technological University – B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Western Michigan University – Master of Business Administration (MBA) (50% Completed) TRAINING:

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Extensive training available by request.

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