Resume for Kevin Richter

Objective:

A Quality Professional with proactive focus on Problem Solving, Team Building, Continuous Improvement through Lean Manufacturing, and Total Customer Satisfaction. Who has experience in Electronic Assemblies, Plastic Injection Molding, Arc and Spot Welding, SMT/Through-hole soldering and Sheet Metal Fabrication is seeking a key leadership position with a global industry leader.

Skills include – Microsoft Software, GD&T, Measuring and Gauging GD&T, Gage R&R, PPAP, Minitab, DCC CMM Programming, MSA, Calibration, and Internal Audits to MIL-Q-9858, ISO 9001-2000 & QS-9000 with knowledge of TS 16949, PDCA, Poke Yoke, 5-why, 8D, TQM, QAD, MAPICS, CAD Reader, EPIC, ACCESS, DataView

Work Experience:

EML LLC, Franklin TN Nov 09 - present

Calibration Technician

• Electronic and Mechanical Calibration such as Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, Spectrum Analyzers, Service Monitors, Multimeters, Fiber Optic Test Equipment, Surface Plates, Optic Comparators, Power Meters, Gage Blocks, Micrometers, Calipers, etc… using United States Air Force Guidelines.

Johnson Controls Inc, Plymouth, MI Sept 08 – May 09

Quality Engineer

• Manufacturer of Automotive Seat Assemblies

• Responsible for assembling the necessary documentation and PPAP’s to transfer product from the Cadiz KY Facility to the Athens, TN Facility.

• Meeting Customer Specific Requirements as related to the transfer

• Dimensional Comparison Analysis

• Weld Quality validation

• Updating Quality Documentation at receiving Facility

• Responsible for the GP-12 Plan, training, and implementation

DURA Automotive, Lawrenceburg, TN Feb 07 - Aug 08

Quality Engineer

• Manufacturer of Automotive Glass and Window Assemblies

• Responsible for defining Quality, establishing standards and enforcing those standards to insure Customer satisfaction while meeting DOT and Federal Guidelines.

• PPAP’s, Gage R&R’s, Capability Studies, Control Plans, FMEA’s, Appearance Approval, Flow Charts.

• Conducted continuity testing on wiring harnesses.

• Supervised 3 Field Representatives.

• Developed a Quality Plan for the MASS Transit Business

• Verified Customer Part Number and Dura Part Numbers were correct on PO’s and BOM’s – working closely with Sales and Customer Service.

• Supported TS16949 and ISO 14001

• Assisted in the transfer of the Metal Fabrication Department, which included training operators in Blueprint Reading, Math, and the use of small Measuring Tools.

Moll Industries, Lavergne, TN May 98 - May 00 and Nov 02 - Feb 07

Quality Engineer

• Plastic Injection Moldings for Automotive and Commercial as well as Value Added Operations

• Department Head – reported directly to Operations Manager

• ISO-9001-2000 Management Representative. Completed transition from ISO-9002 to ISO-9001-2000 in March 04 with no majors and only one minor. (Control of customer documentation/specifications)

• Responsible for reporting the status of Quality Management System monthly which included Customer Complaints and Corrective Actions, Internal and External Scrap and plans to reduce, Internal Audits and Corrective Actions, Cost of Quality, Supplier Ratings and Corrective Action Status and Effectiveness,

• Trained Quality and Production Personnel on ISO 9001-2000 requirements, Manufacturing Procedures, Operations Procedures, and how to use Test & Measuring Equipment properly. Equipment included Calipers, Digital Height Gauges, Go No-Go Gauges, Ring Gauges, Thread Gauges, Spectrophotometer, Moisture Analyzers, Location and Length Gauges.

• Trained Quality Personnel in the use of SPC.

• Reorganized Department to cover a 24-7 work schedule while reducing personnel by eliminating Non-Value Added Operations and Reports.

• Worked closely with Materials/Warehouse/Production Departments to insure Quality product was delivered to customers on time.

• Programmed DCC CMM using PCDMIS

Thermasys, Montgomery, AL May 00 - Nov 02

Quality Engineer

• Manufacturer of Automotive Radiators and Charged Air Coolers

• Interfaced with 18 customers to insure 100% Customer Satisfaction.

• PPAP’s, Warranty and Failure Analysis.

• Champion of a Lean Manufacturing Program using the Total Business Management Method (Toyota).

• Worked closely with Materials/Warehouse/Production Departments to insure Quality product was delivered to customers on time.

Kantus Corp, Lewisburg, TN Jun 94 - May 98

Lab Technician

• Plastic Injection Moldings and PCBs for the Automotive Industries

• Performed Environmental Testing on new products before launch which included Thermal Heat/Cold Testing, Thermal Shock, Vibration, Dimensional, Impact, Flammability, Chemical Resistance, Weatherbility, and Color Matching to Customer Specifications/Standards.

• Reorganized Calibration Department to obtain QS-9000 & GM Certification.

• Programmed CMM using PCDMIS

Avex, Pulaski, TN Aug 90 - Jun 94

Quality/Production Supervisor

• Manufacturer of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies – Plated thru hole and SMT

• Started up facility’s first high speed production line, which utilized robots and operators – which spilled over to 4 shifts. Trained new operators on procedures and product specification as well as Automated Equipment use.

• Organized facility’s first Quality Department.

Teledyne, Lewisburg, TN May 81 - Aug 90

Quality Inspector

• Manufacturer of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies – Plated thru hole and SMT

• Performed Calibrations to MIL-I-45662A

• Worked in the Receiving Inspection Department

• Worked 4 years as a Machinist I – completing a 4 year apprenticeship program.

Education: Columbia State Community College, 2-year certificate in Electronic Engineering Technology. Maintained a 4.0 GPA.

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