Unit Leader Management Consultant

Rodrick A. Byrd

Phone: 313-***-****

E-mail: ***********@***.***

Areas of Expertise & Achievements

Experienced problem solver with follow-up skills, educated in quality control standards, extensive knowledge of Paint System including Sealer and Powder Coat, fluent in WCM Methodologies, expertise in parts rework and timely turn around rate, creating a morale boosting working environment, tackling disciplinary issues quickly and effectively, outstanding project management skills, outstanding ability to interact with all levels within the organization, qualified manager with over 16 years of manufacturing experience including extensive knowledge of FIFO, and Paint application processes.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (May 1987)

Jarvis Christian University, Hawkins, Texas

Master – Business Administration – (December 2021)

University of Phoenix

Professional Experience

Sr. Management Consultant, Bvestin Enterprise Inc. (2020 – Present)

Process oriented management consultant

Analyze businesses and create solutions

Managed and improved performance and efficiency

Problem solver, adept at providing strategic support

Devised strategic framework for businesses identifying complex problems, minimizing change resistance and risk

Leading transformation to maximize growth and increase performance

Provided clear answers to ongoing issues investing assets purchases and trust

Business Unit Leader / MQAS Lead – Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (2018- 2020)

Responsible for managing the Paint Center launch of the new DT model of the Ram Pick-up at SHAP.

Managed process design and deployment within the Paint Center.

Closely monitor and manage Quality Metrics within the shop.

Responsible for MQAS standardization throughout the shop, MQAS Audit Prep, sustainment and Audits.

Business Unit Leader – Warren Truck Assembly (2015- 2018)

Responsible for managing C Crew operations within the Paint Center.

Managed system flow and quality output through implementation of Daily Quality Huddles and Shift End Hand-Off Meetings.

Balanced production schedule to reduce USOT within the Paint Center by 18% on C Crew.

Implemented Part’s identification process which allowed Yard Repairs to be reprocessed more efficiently and shipped to the customer in a timely manner.

Responsible for initiating Safety Team Leader Huddles on a daily basis, which allowed Team Leaders on C Crew to voice their concerns over Unsafe Conditions, Unsafe Acts and Near Misses within their teams.

Member of the Environmental Team, working closely with EHS Department to reduce energy losses within the shop.

Unit Leader / Parts Coordinator – Chrysler Warren Truck Assembly Plant (2004-2015)

Responsible for managing 3.5 million revolving parts inventory

Created and collaborated on a new paint application process to improve throughput, quality, and appearance

Assess and train personnel in inventory management

Led regular stand-up meetings, events and continuous improvement projects with measurable goals.

Actively studying in Best Practice creation and utilization.

Streamlined departmental scrap and parts processes to determine optimum inventory levels

Instituted metrics to document cost savings, product location and number of Best Practices

Founding member of the Part’s Inventory Team at WTAP.

Managed and supported projects with over 1.2 million dollars in savings for the Paint Shop in the 2015 production year.

Managed all zones within Paint Department at various times throughout current tenure.

Serves as alternate Business Unit Leader for the WTAP Paint Center.

Production Supervisor – DaimlerChrysler Jefferson North Assembly Plant (1998-2004)

Responsible for managing and coordinating an hourly workforce of over 80 employees in a Union monitored operating environment

Ensure that production team meets / exceeds daily Safety, Quality and Throughput targets.

Monitoring and reducing production cost and scrap

Drive Safety Net Methodology in conjunction with ISO-9000 compliance

Coordinate with staff in initiating, developing, organizing and planning for future projects

Set goals and objectives for Zone Coordinators.

Managed multiple zones and processes throughout tenure.

Chemical Process Specialist – Henkel Surface Technologies, Warren, MI. (1987-1998)

Responsible for the physical testing of materials (terocure) environmental testing, salt spray corrosion testing and formulation of sound deadening automotive undercoating.

Responsible for the evaluation of a metal pre-treatment system.

Performed quality testing of the material under specified customer criteria

Awards and Accolades

Top Kaizen Savings for WTAP Paint Center – January, 2015

Top Kaizen Savings for WTAP Paint Center – November 2015

Top Kaizen Savings for the WTAP Paint Center – April 2016

Foundation of Leadership – Certificate

Dale Carnegie ‘The Leader in You” – Certificate of Completion

BEST Safety Team Training – Certificate of Completion

Labor Relation, Conflict Resolution Training – Certificate of Completion

ISO / MQAS Certification

Technical Skills

Microsoft Office ( Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Factory Information Systems (FIS)

Performance Feedback System (PFS)

CQR – Warranty Database

ISD Matrix

Scrap Database

WCM Database

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