Capital Project Engineer / Continuous Improvement Engineer
Resume:
JIM SCHWARTZ
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Seasoned professional engineer and respected leader with 39 years of manufacturing engineering experience. Ready to hit the ground running and eager to deliver positive results for your organization improving processes, equipment, tooling, quality, and profits.
SKILLS
Motivated, success-driven professional
Excellent communicator and project leader
Strong “plant floor” presence with firsthand knowledge of all production processes
Results-driven leader, dedicated to including production associates and welcoming input and participation to
ensure successful, sustained positive change.
Expert in:
oContinuous Process Improvement, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing.
oMetal Stamping, Welding, Assembly
oRobotic Automation specialist for Stamping, Welding, Handling, Paint and Assembly
oLarge-scale capital equipment project management and New Model Launch.
oNew facility construction and building expansion project management.
oAutoCAD, Microsoft Project, EXCEL, Word
Experienced designer of Stamping Dies; Weld Fixtures; Robotic Weld Cells; Paint and Plating Systems
Certified in time study and methods engineering.
Highly skilled in metal fabrication, woodworking and machining.
Disciplined in 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, PFMEA, 5 WHY, 8D, Safe Launch Activities, Root Cause Analysis, Error Proofing
EXPERIENCE
FLEX-N-GATE CORP.
7TH LARGEST AUTOMOTIVE TIER 1 PARTS SUPPLIER IN THE WORLD. 69 FACILITIES WORLDWIDE.
2019 – CURRENT
CAPITAL PROJECT ENGINEER, GUARDIAN WEST FACILITY (urbana, il)
Solely responsible for driving successful implementation of capital equipment improvements from concept to mass production launch and training.
Develop complex CAD designs and working blueprints for fabrication of special machines and automation equipment for multiple departments including stamping, paint, chrome plating and assembly as well as ancillary equipment including Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer, Chrome Evaporator, Automated Bumper Washer, Power & Free Conveyor System, Robotic Press-to-Press Transfer.
Risk analysis, ROI projections, supplier selection, oversee fabrication and installation.
Managed 7 projects in 2019 totaling $3.4 million of capital equipment investment resulting in year-upon-year annual savings of $2 million dollars. 2020 projects totaled over $1.2 million of equipment investment with annualized savings of $750,000. 7 capital projects scheduled for 2021 (so far).
2015 – 2019
ENGINEERING MANAGER, master guard (veedersburg, in)
Managed the entire Engineering Department consisting of Process; Electrical; Welding; Robotic; Assembly; and Continuous Improvement Engineers.
Directed all new model launch activities and continuous improvement projects for production lines resulting in reduction of man hours, improved quality, productivity and profits.
Design overview and approval of equipment, stamping dies, fixtures, robotic weld cells and automated assembly lines.
Developed BOM’s; Process Flow Charts; Routers; Automated Labeling; Development of Detailed Work Instructions; Led Operator training. Prepared PFMEA’s and Control Plans for new model launches.
Responsible for Customer Defect investigation including Root Cause Analysis.
Completed 8D’s and 5Why reports to customers and Implemented countermeasures to ensure the defect could not be repeated.
EAGLE WINGS INDUSTRIES
A JAPANESE TIER 1 MANUFACTURER OF METAL STAMPINGS AND ROBOTIC WELDED SUB-ASSEMBLIES FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY. DIVISION OF ASTEER CO. OKAYAMA PREFECTURE, JAPAN. 15 FACILITIES WORLDWIDE.
2012 – 2015
VICE PRESIDENT – MANUFACTURING SUPPORT DEPARTMENTS (rantoul, il)
Managed 4 departmental managers and 48 professionals within Marketing /Quality Control /Accounting / HR / Purchasing & Production Control, to ensure all customer requirements were met or exceeded in Quality, Cost & Delivery. Established systems and procedures to meet KPI for each department. Monitored budgets and P&L for the organization. Led “Continuous Improvement” and managed hundreds of “Kaizen” activities. Led daily meetings. Utilized 5S principles and lean manufacturing. Responsible for new business development and project launch activities.
2010 – 2012
VICE PRESIDENT – ENGINEERING/QUALITY/MARKETING (rantoul, il)
Led technical support departments including Engineering, Quality and Marketing. Supporting manufacturing, handled all quoting activities and served as liaison with our customers.
2006 – 2010
GENERAL MANAGER OF MARKETING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT (rantoul, il)
Achieved 160% growth in Sales and expanded Customer Base by 250%. Regarded as an expert in my field.
2002 – 2006
GENERAL MANAGER OF ENGINEERING (rantoul, il)
Developed new technologies for manufacturing processes providing a strong competitive advantage.
2000 – 2002
MANAGER OF ENGINEERING (rantoul, il)
Provided strong leadership of engineers in stamping, welding, assembly, controls and electrical disciplines.
1996 – 2000
CHIEF TOOLING ENGINEER (rantoul, il)
Managed and mentored engineers. Implemented Quick-Die Change techniques. Installed a large 3 Axis Servo Transfer System on a 1500-ton Transfer press. Incorporated In-Die Nut Insertion in progressive and transfer dies.
1994 – 1996
SENIOR TOOLING ENGINEER (rantoul, il)
Responsible for new stamping die design, development, U.S. procurement and launch.
FLEX-N-GATE CORP.
7TH LARGEST AUTOMOTIVE TIER 1 PARTS SUPPLIER IN THE WORLD. 69 FACILITIES WORLDWIDE.
1991 – 1994
PLANT ENGINEER, Master guard 1 (urbana, il)
Responsible for new facility start-up. Oversaw completion of new building; Installed new stamping presses; robotic weld cells; paint line. Participated in Hiring and Training of Staff.
1981 – 1991
PROCESS & TOOLING ENGINEER, flex-N-Gate corporate (urbana, il)
Completed design and development of stamping dies and custom machines. Oversaw New Product Design, Prototyping and Testing. Established production processes. Set line rates and Manpower. Managed Tool & Die department. Time study and continuous improvement.
EDUCATION
1982
ACHIEVED INDUSTRY RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATION IN TIME STUDY AND METHODS ENGINEERING, maynard institute (Columbus, oh)
1980-1981
CERTIFICATE DEGREE IN MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY AND MECHANICAL DRAFTING,
parkland college (champaign, il)
CONTINUAL EDUCATION
Formally Trained in Kaizen (Continuous Improvement), Poke-Yoke, 5S, 5 Why and 8D techniques.
Highly proficient in AutoCAD.
Experienced with GD&T and led cross departmental reviews establishing datums and control points.
Trained in Auto Desk “Inventor” 3D – Danville Community College – Danville, IL 2014
Certified in Global 8D; 5 Why problem solving; Resolving Conflict; Team building & Lean Manufacturing – on-site training in affiliation with Eastern Illinois University – Charleston, IL
Proficient with AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Project.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS & BOARD POSITIONS
Currently hold a Patent Pending on a power tool accessory
Board Member “Ironwood Homeowners Association”
Member of the Architectural Committee for the “Ironwood Homeowners Association”
Regional Board Member for BBBS - Big Brothers Big Sisters for Central Illinois
Served six years on the Education Commission at “The High School of Saint Thomas More”, Champaign, IL.
Previous Member of the Editorial Advisory Board for “Stamping Journal” – magazine
Authored Articles in Metal Forming and Stamping Journal Magazine
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