Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer

Adam R. Havens

East Hazel Crest, Illinois

708-***-**** • ****.*******@*****.***

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Automotive Industry • Quality Control • Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Processes

Project Management

Packaging Documentation

Manufacturing Design

Assembly Operations

Regulatory Compliance

System Layouts

Personnel Management

Project Scheduling

Supplier Relations

United States Navy Veteran

Highly versatile engineering and manufacturing professional with 15+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, project management, quality control, and within highly technical roles.

Skilled in identifying, developing, and proffering solutions for complex manufacturing and technical issues that ultimately result in optimized production capabilities and enhanced efficiency.

Innovative problem solver continually focused on recognizing, isolating, and resolving potential issues that could disrupt labor and key processes. Serve as subject matter expert for manufacturing and engineering processes. Sound decision maker while under pressure, drawing on several years of experience and dedication to maintaining the highest personal and professional standards. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MOREY (STAFFMARK) Woodbridge, Illinois 2024 – Present General Assembler

Assemble, install software, and test integrated circuit boards for John Deere, Ford Motor. This is accomplished with semi- automated equipment, manual soldering & various equipment managing tools to introduce programing to circuit boards. AMST University Park, Illinois 2022 – 2023

Continuous Improvement/Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer for Mobil Medical Units. Conducted continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean/Six Sigma practices. Teach and implement 5S program. Perform Kaizen/A3 events utilizing operating personnel. Track and chart operating cost and hours. Perform motion studies for ergonomic analysis and risk mitigation to improve the safety of defined work. Perform time studies to develop process flow diagrams & process maps for line balancing to gain optimal workflow. Standardize work by creating operator work instructions. Controlled and purchased all power tools used in plant. Key Contributions:

• Continuous Improvement: Successfully ran Kaizen event reducing takt time for finished electric on Mobil Medical Units from 2.8 day to 2.0 days.

• Experience Expertise – Performed time studies on following departments: Welding, Trailer Exterior Skinning, Rough & Finished Electric, Magnetic Shielding, Finished flooring, Finished ceilings, Doors & Windows ITW BODY & FUEL Richton Park, Illinois 2014 – 2018 Manufacturing Engineer

Delivered expert leadership and guided continuous improvement projects by means of root cause analysis for Richton Park facility. Worked directly with senior leaders to develop and implement project strategies and goals focusing on results and successful project completion. Designed and deployed work cells for new and existing capital projects. Conducted review and assessment of time studies. Perform motion studies for ergonomic analysis and risk mitigation to improve the safety of defined Adam R. Havens

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work. Created and maintained process flows, operator visuals, and PFEMA documents for all assembly operations. Spearheaded efforts to develop, test, and procure packaging through suppliers for all OEM programs, as well as utilizing OEM portals to ensure accurate packaging documentation. Conducted continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean/Six Sigma practices. Teach and implement 5S program. Perform Kaizen/A3 events utilizing operating and office personnel. Key Contributions:

• Automotive Expertise: Successfully set up assembly production cells and packaging for Tesla M3 inside and outside door handles along with cells and packaging for Ford & Chrysler programs.

• Cost Savings: Oversaw continuous improvement projects for Chrysler and Tesla programs, including packaging redesign that provided $200K in savings.

• Continuous Improvement: Enhanced service and installation procedures by conducting root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for key processes.

CLASSIC HOME INSPECTION SERVICE, INC. Homer Glen, Illinois 2015 – 2022 Home Inspector

Coordinate with the owner’s real estate agent to arrange for access to the property. Complete building inspections prior to the sale to ensure the home/building meets current standards for electrical systems, roofing, HVAC systems, structural components and building codes updates. Flag specific repairs that might be needed, so home/property owners can improve property before sale. Estimate potential cost to complete needed repairs, providing a range of options. Write a detailed report following each inspection that includes photos and specific descriptions of any damage observed. Assist clients with any requests regarding the inspection to keep open lines of communication and adapt to meet their needs. Key Contributions:

• Experience Expertise: Successfully performed over 2000 home & commercial property inspections. MONEE-PEOTONE HEATING & A/C Monee, Illinois 2012 –2013 Service Technician Installer

Charged with overseeing service calls and delivery of technical services for diverse range of clients. Applied expert knowledge to install, trouble-shoot, and repair commercial and residential furnaces, boilers, and air conditioning units. Fully accountable for preparation of engineering drawings, site plans, and equipment layouts for piping and ventilation systems. Conducted field surveys, facility walk-throughs, and interviews to collect data and evaluate client’s requirements before developing statements of work and assembling materials necessary for projects. Key Contributions:

• Project Results: Quality work and customer satisfaction MERTS HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING South Chicago Heights, Illinois 2006 – 2012 Project Manager Estimator

Oversaw tasks related to providing accurate and timely estimates for commercial projects, including preparation of bid documents and development of clear written proposals and correspondence. Guided efforts to monitor material and labor costs associated with ongoing projects; analyzed alternative means and methods to determine the most economical choice. Conducted estimation and project management efforts by developing and executing integrated, realistic, and detailed plans to allow for successful project delivery. Built and maintained strategic relationships with general contractors and subcontractors for the purpose of negotiating and scheduling projects accurately. Adam R. Havens

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Key Contributions:

• Project Management: Planned, organized, and implemented multiple projects resulting in the on-time completion of maintenance and capital projects.

− Provided estimates and managed to completion projects for schools, libraries, and Aldi food stores. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

AMEX CONSTRUCTION Tinley Park, Illinois

Estimator Field Engineer Scheduler

HAVENS ENGINEERING Flossmoor, Illinois

Structural Draftsman

CLASSIC HOME INSPECTIONS, INC. Homer Glen, Illinois Home Inspector

UNITED STATES NAVY USS Elrod FFG 55

Electricians Mate Third Class

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

MICHIGAN TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY Houghton, Michigan Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

SKILLS: Microsoft Office Suite, Advanced Excel, Solid Works, Primavera 3.0, SAP, Trac, and Servcom CERTIFICATIONS: Licensed Home Inspector, Primavera 3.0 Project Planner Certificate, Certified Forklift Driver, and Class II Refrigerants Handling Certification

AWARDS: Honorable Discharge United States Navy, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal from United States Navy

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