Manufacturing Engineer Continuous Improvement

Work Experience

Manufacturing Engineer

**************@*****.***

Columbus, Ohio, USA 614-***-****

Highly skilled industrial engineer with 30+ years of experience in optimizing production processes, reducing costs, and increasing productivity. Proven track record in implementing new systems and layouts resulting in significant reductions in production time, waste, and maintenance costs. Exceptional skills in inventory control, automation, quality control, and data collection, with a strong commitment to driving continuous improvement and achieving company-wide objectives.

RAYMOND KOBERMANN

Education

University of Dayton

Bachelor of Science Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing Engineer

Magna Seating

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Lead new quotation activities by providing detailed cost estimates to include process flows, capital investments, plant layout, tooling, work holding, gaging, perishable tooling, cycle times, planning and launch costs along with developing master timing charts for achieving manufacturing milestones Lead design to cost, evaluate product specifications of components and assemblies in close coordination with product engineering and purchasing

Develop, refine, and lead manufacturing processes in all manufacturing locations, including plant layout concepts, supply base, logistics, process flows, and workforce utilization to attain maximum efficiency of installed capacity

Provide manufacturing engineering leadership, expertise and support while maintaining a broad knowledge of product design, manufacturing, and assembly processes Jan 2023 Present

Project Manager

Lincoln Electric

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Led and facilitated projects to ensure they stay on track with respect to time, deliverables, and objectives

Partnered with engineers, process groups, and project coordinators to identify, address, and resolve project- related issues efficiently

Created and utilized project management tools and visual aids to enhance communication and tracking Led and facilitated project meetings, ensuring clear communication and alignment among team members and stakeholders

Managed and allocated resources to ensure alignment with project scope, schedule, and budget Analyzed project status regularly, adjusted project scope, schedule, or budget as necessary to meet project requirements and objectives

Jan 2021 Dec 2023

Manufacturing Project Engineer

American Showa Inc

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Led the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects, ensuring adherence to project objectives, timelines, and budgets

Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including design, production, quality assurance, and supply chain, to ensure seamless project integration and successful outcomes Developed and maintained project schedules, identified critical path activities, and proactively addressed potential risks

Evaluated existing manufacturing processes and identified opportunities for improvement in terms of efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness

Developed and implemented strategies to enhance production efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize resource utilization

Collaborated with the manufacturing team to identify and implement automation and technology solutions to streamline operations

Collaborated with the quality assurance team to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements

Led cross-functional improvement projects and drove a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation, and encouraging employee involvement in problem - solving and process enhancement Jan 1996 Dec 2021

Core Skills

Project Planning and Execution, Collaboration and Issue Resolution, Project Tools and Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Reporting, Resource Coordination, Scope and Budget Management, Support for Company Strategy

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