Engineer Quality

Leighton Linval Rankine

Permanent Address:

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Mississauga ON L5B 3Y7

Canada

Temporary Address:

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Bowling Green, KY 42104

Residence 416-***-**** / Mobile: 404-***-**** Email: adcjey@r.postjobfree.com

Continuous Improvement / Industrial Engineer/Manufacturing Engineer

Six Sigma black belt (DMAIC) Quality Engineering Project Management

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Over 8 years proven experience working with ISO 9001-ISO 9004, ISO 13485 Standards and Q9000-Q9004 Quality management and systems in certified facilities.

Experienced organizing and leading Kaizen Teams to effect process improvement in manufacturing plants.

Apply Six Sigma tools and methodology to improve process capability and eliminate defects, and Lean Manufacturing tools and principles to eliminate waste and improve flow.

Proven outstanding track record in designing optimally functional production system and increasing productivity utilizing excellent project management skills.

Excellent knowledge in applying continuous improvement techniques and analytical tools such as: lean manufacturing, Six Sigma (DMAIC) and SPC to achieve improved business results.

Proven track record for conducting required business and process analysis utilizing benchmarking principles as required for analysis.

Possess sound Industrial Engineering principles as related to work study, process analysis, resource planning, capacity planning and time study.

Experienced in deploying LEAN methodologies, concepts and tools used for Continuous Improvement.

Computer skills: Lotus Notes, MS Office, Visio, MS Project, CAD, Minitab 15,Micro Station.VB8, SAP MM and Access.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Continuous Improvement Industrial Engineer

Bowling Green Metal forming Bowling Green, Kentucky November 2015- Present

Coordinate process improvements for existing operations

Record and monitor results of process improvement effects on efficiency, scrap and other indicators

Assisted BGM achieve cost saving goals in alignment with business plan

Assisted in development and implementation of work standardization techniques and methods

Made regular presentations at Plant-wide Team member meetings to report CI progress and team recognition contributions

Manufacturing Support engineering with new program development and Program launches- C1UX cradle line

Lead improvement teams and conduct regular CI committee meetings

Manager fabrication department of eight (8) fabricators and three CI technicians

Key Achievements:

Successfully developed and implemented Standardized work which increase productivity and reduced a 7 days worked week to a 5 days week [ $1.2M per year saving]

Achieved $4.5M savings by successfully used SMED and other continuous improvement tools in Press shop to eliminate outsourced jobs

Used SMED to reduce downtime in Press Shop from 85 minutes to 8.5 minutes

Successfully implemented 5S program in manufacturing facility which save $1.5M in safety cost

Aerospace Industrial Engineer-Methods and planning

Mitsubishi Aerospace Canada February 2013- November 2015

Developed Assembly Process Charts (APC’S) for the assembling of aircraft wing components.

Lead cross-functional teams in LEAN and Continuous Improvement Projects in the manufacturing facility.

Worked cross functional teams to resolve Production, Safety, Quality and other productivity related issues utilizing LEAN tools and methodologies.

Developed and implemented Manpower and Crane utilization program for new assembly jig.

Review engineering documents to ensure the ability to produce of aircraft parts, components, and/or assemblies

Produce planning documents on how to manufacture, assemble, install parts, components, or assemblies in aircraft in an optimize manner

Manage off-site 3rd party suppliers to include bidding, contract award, tracking and reporting for on-time delivery of work packages as committed

Coordinate with purchasing for the obtainment of raw material and equipment required for work package, project, or contract

Maintain, update, distribute and track/report on planning documentation

Perform periodic review of machine lay-out and location in the manufacturing and work areas

Key Achievements:

Reduction in build hours from 1800 hours to 1050 hours for new Riveting assembly jig.

Developed and created crane utilization schedule which eliminated downtime from 48 hours per week to 0.

Created and implemented shadow box system and point of use cabinets which achieved 85 % reduction build hours per jig.

Created and implemented Kanban pull system for Stringers used on Aircraft wing panel installation.

Successfully achieved eight consecutive weeks exceeded weekly production targets.

Lead Process Improvement teams for New Assembly lines.

Lead capital expenditure projects for new equipment (New Automatic Riveter and material handling dollies).

Continuous Improvement Industrial Engineer

WKW-Erbsloeh Automotive North America, Pell City Alabama November 2011 – December 2012

Utilize LEAN tools and methodologies to drive continuous improvement in the automotive manufacturing facility.

Identify and carry out Kaizen activities geared at improving productivity in the office and plant.

Worked with all cross-functional groups to effect process improvement by reducing downtime and scrap reduction of manufactured parts.

Facilitated cross functional teams to develop root cause determination using Man, Method, Machine and Material Analysis

Created SOP and work instructions and train associates in executing various manufacturing functions.

Established 5 S and trained team members and associates on the effective use its Tools and Methodologies.

Supports Program Managers with the introduction of LEAN TOOLS for new and existing programs for Mercedes, BMW, VW and GM

Conduct Capacity planning and Time study for new and existing products in the manufacturing facility.

Performs cost/benefit analysis to justify return on investment (ROI) for projects.

Works with and support the Quality Team to resolve 8D problem utilizing various tools and methodologies.

Train, lead, and facilitate C.I. teams to identify and implement significant improvements in the manufacturing facility using Six Sigma and Lean concepts and principles.

Conduct ergonomic studies upon completion of layout of new manufacturing cells and new machine addition to production lines.

Key Achievements:

Utilized Lean Principles of SMED reduce stamping presses setup time from 90 minutes to 8 minutes.

Implemented Quality gates which eliminate expedites (from $850K to $0 over five month period).

Reduced scrap from 23% to 9% over a five month period.

Utilized Kaizen activities to increased productivity on a non-productive Buick line utilizing reduced workforce.

Methods Product Development Engineer

Bombardier Aerospace Corporation, Toronto, Canada January 2011- November 2011

Developed and deployed LEAN and Achieving Excellence concepts and tools in the new Global 7000 / 8000 business aircraft project.

Wrote LEAN section Final Line Assembly manufacturing plan for new Global aircraft.

Conducted daily team meeting and weekly problem solving sessions.

Participated in Suppliers selection for aircraft components.

Developed KPI’s for the six operations levers (SAFETY, QUALITY, PRODUCTIVITY, HUMAN DEVELOPMENT, COST, and Achieving Excellence (AES).

Instituted and developed Point of Use Tool cabinets for aircraft production assembly bays.

Worked with existing Global program to Value stream map of current and the development of future state.

Coordinated and facilitated change management program for manufacturing facility.

Coordinated the development of Health, Safety and Environmental projects and policies including emergency response plan for the Aerospace facility.

Trained team members on MOST system for use on existing lines and for new product development

Key Achievements:

Used Lean tools to Reduce aircraft delivery times from 45 days to 23 days over a five month period.

Developed and tracked KPI to measure progress of projects which resulted in a 23% turnaround times.

Reduced downtime by 30% through effective planning.

Continuous Improvement Engineer / Industrial Engineer - Contract

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Company of America, Newnan, GA Aug 2010-Dec 2010

Created work instructions, visual aids and process standards for ATV, Golf car and WV manufacturing assembly operations.

Conducted Line balancing activities for ATV’S, Golf car and Water vehicle (WV’S).

Created approved process documentation for every process assembly in manufacturing facility.

Utilized MOST system to analyze assembly operations for new ATV and re-designed golf car.

Ensured current information is maintained and used in assembly sequence.

Created SOP within assembly area for use in process improvement.

Developed Value stream map to eliminate MUDA in system.

Responsible for training, communication and implementation of processes in the organization. Plan, organize, prepare and conduct training as required for process improvement initiatives throughout the organization.

Key Achievements:

Increased production from 450 ATV`s per day to 730 per day through effective line balancing and time study.

Achieved a 45% reduction of machine downtime over a 3 months period.

Consultant Engineer

Torranks Engineering Limited, Mississauga ON 2009- 2010

Industrial Engineering projects; LEAN and productivity Improvement; Time study; Cycle time reduction.

Utilized Quality Engineering procedures and deployed FDA Quality System and regulatory procedures.

Developed and deployed Health and Safety policies, programs and procedures for facility.

Pursued Professional Development courses at Toronto College 2008-2009

Project Industrial Engineer

Food Specialties Limited, Mississauga ON 2005- 2008

Conducted time studies and work simplification programs that resulted in reducing production time in more than fifty percent (50%) of products manufactured in plant.

Continuous monitoring of the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) program including staff training and developed FDA Quality system for the manufacturing facility.

Created documentation and work instructions for the manufacturing processes.

Revised programs by conducting studies that enhanced industrial health and safety with optimum utilization of material, machinery and human resources.

Trained production associates to safely operate cookie dough food extrusion machine.

Worked with other work groups and suppliers within to organization promote enhanced productivity and good quality products.

Analyzed existing operations and proposed cost justifications for improvements.

Optimized use of floor space, materials, personnel and equipment for effective utilization.

Key Achievements:

Reduced batch production time from 18.5 hours to 3.5 hours for a 1200 Kilo batch.

Improved product delivery time to customer from 3 days to 1 day.

Achieved 30 % overall customer satisfaction from order to delivery.

Continuous Improvement Industrial Engineer- (Contract)

Sobeys Inc, Toronto ON Jan 2005 – May 2005

Analyzed statistical data and product specifications to determine labor and performance standards for the various warehouse distribution centers in unionized environment.

Recommended methods for improving utilization of personnel, material and utilities.

Conducted equipment calibration and justifications on projects in warehouse distribution facilities.

Developed engineering standards and work measurements for the manufacturing and service industries.

Industrial /Process Manufacturing Engineer

Green Belting Industries Limited, Mississauga ON 1999-2005

Investigated and analyzed manufacturing technologies used within production.

Wrote Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) used for manufacturing products.

Continuous improvement projects on tortilla fryer belts for food manufacturing.

Ensured company Ergonomics policies were defined to minimize causes of employee injury and discomfort.

Assisted in establishing operational methods and work standards using various measurement techniques.

Analyzed existing operations and proposes cost justified improvements ·

Optimized use of floor space, materials, personnel and equipment within the manufacturing facility.

Assisted in planning new facilities, operations and/or relocation of same ·

Provides information for various management systems ·

Monitored adherence to recommended safety procedures and good housekeeping

Quality Control Technician (Part-time)

Amhill International -Plastic Lid Manufacturing Company 2000-2002

Conducted in process and final inspection of products.

Audited defined manufacturing processes to ensure conformity.

Performed equipment calibration and testing on plastic extruded cups.

Industrial Engineer

Lobone Industries, Hamilton ON 1998-1999

Planned and established sequence of operations to fabricate and assemble products to promote efficient utilization.

Conducted ergonomics studies and design equipment and workspace layout.

Reviewed production schedules, engineering specifications and work orders to obtain knowledge of manufacturing methods and procedures.

Used work measurements and time studies to develop standards for the manufacturing facility.

EDUCATION

Certified Quality Engineer - Post graduate Diploma, Toronto College of Technology

Bachelor of Science Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering

University of Missouri-Columbia, MO

Mechanical Engineering - Diploma, University of Technology-Kingston

Mechanical Engineering - Certificate, University of Technology-Kingston

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Six Sigma Black Belt - Diploma, Toronto College of Technology

Project Management Professional - Certificate, Toronto College of Technology

SAP Material Management - Certificate, Toronto College of Technology

M.O.S.T, LXLI International - Toronto College of Technology

Leadership Training Certificate, Florida International University

Business Leaders- Certificate of participation- Jacksonville, Florida

Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Mississauga, ON

Fanuc Robotics – Tool Operations and Programming- Southcentral Kentucky Community & Technical College, Kentucky, USA

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) (ASME Y14.5-2009)

Problem Resolution Process- PFMEA

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) - 2ND Edition - Southcentral Kentucky Community & Technical College, Kentucky USA

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP / CERTIFICATIONS

Member - Institute of Industrial Engineer (IIE)

Member - American Society of Quality (ASQ) - Certified Quality Engineer

Member - Ontario Society of Professional Engineer (OSPE)

Member - Project Management Institute (PMI)

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