George E. Kammerer III

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

An accomplished, outcome-driven, professional in the manufacturing industry with significant experience and year-over-year success leading challenging initiatives that emphasize strategic planning, manufacturing production, scheduling and control, engineering, quality assurance, project development and capital improvement. Proven ability to adhere to strict production timelines and ensure that inventory targets maintain the highest quality standards and cost containment. Experienced employee supervisor utilizing strong, decisive leadership skills to coach and motivate. Elevated skill level in change management, scheduling, payroll, and performance evaluations. Dedicated and thorough technical associate with more than 30 years experience and a demonstrated record of success with top-tier manufactures including Honda, Chrysler, and Ford.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

FABRICATION:

Composite Fabrication Specialist B

Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Oct 2011 - 2017

Charleston, SC Aft-Body 787 Program

Operations and process control of Advanced Fiber Placement machines and composite layup fabrication.

Application of carbon fiber materials to aft fuselage sections of the 787 aircraft using latest and precision application equipment.

Perform machine set-up, innovative repair, troubleshooting, and design techniques to accomplish the World's most history making aircraft in the industry.

LEAN SIX SIGMA:

SAIC Company, North Charleston, SC, Jan 2009-June 2010

Established efficient Lean Six Sigma work flow processes to reduce variability and to streamline production flow.

Implemented strong business techniques and practices that focus upon continuous improvement of manufacturing processes resulting in the reduction of cost and labor variances.

Utilized Value Stream Mapping (TPM, TQM, Pareto Analysis, & 5s) to reduce waste and root cause analysis.

Improved the quality of process outputs by identifying and removing errors.

Mechanical/Electronic Assembly Apr 2008-Jan 2009

Assembled command & control, communications, computer, intelligent equipment on tactical systems used on various vehicle platforms for U.S. armed forces deployed overseas.

MANAGEMENT:

Technical Specifications & Engineering Manager

Gates Corporation, Jan 1996- Jan 2008

Managed various manufacturing and technical services and processes, resulting in an efficient and sustainable work environment.

Cross-functional proficiency with factory operations and special automotive procedures.

Directed factory support, process development, R & D, Customer support, and manufacturing tooling design to support new tooling development.

Tooling & Packaging Manager

Gates Corporation, Mar 1992-June 1996

Developed and Designed Timing Belt Tooling using Auto-CAD programs.

Developed all packaging for the Monck's Corner plant, including Major Tier One customers like Honda, Chrysler, Ford, and Xerox.

Developed packaging for high-net automotive manufacturers such as Honda, Chrysler, and Ford, as well as other industries such as Stanley, Otis, and Harley Davidson.

Participated on integrated product teams, resulting in technical solutions across multiple disciplines.

ENGINEERING: (QUALITY, PROCESS DESIGN, MANUFACTURING, AND INDUSTRIAL)

Quality Engineer

Gates Corporation, Jun 1990- Mar1992

Analyzed reducibility and variation to ensure that manufacturing process matched requirements.

Collaborated with engineering, production, purchasing and service departments to provide professional guidance, resulting in quality assurance in design, process, purchase and vendor selection.

Machine Capabilities, R&R, FMEA, FND Tooling Manual development.

Coordinated supplier quality audits and certifications in close cooperation with purchasing and engineering.

Negotiated tooling suppliers with Supply Chain Director in China.

Process Design Engineer

Gates Corporation, Apr 1988-Jun 1990

Designed tooling and package engineering resolutions, resulting in more than $100K in profits.

Utilized supply-chain management techniques to maintain inventory control.

Manufacturing & Industrial Engineer

Gates Corporation, Jan 1986-Apr 1988

Developed and implemented conceptual designs and maintained program architecture for build.

Interfaced with professional associates, suppliers, and internal customers to develop products, skills, and experience resulting in world-class manufacturing and production.

Instituted and established Lean manufacturing techniques.

Employment History:

Boeing South Carolina, North Charleston, SC 5/2011- Present

Composite Fabrication Specialist B

SAIC Company, North Charleston, SC 01/2009-06/2010

Lean Six Sigma/Mechanic/Electrical/Assembler IV

Gates Corporation, Moncks Corner, SC 12/1986-01/2008

Technical Engineering Manager

Cummins Engine Company North Charleston, SC 01/1975-04/1986

Numerical Controlled (CNC) Gear, Machining Center

Other Skills: Technical Skills

Certified in packaging (CPP), Certified ACAD, Just in Time, Capacity and Resource Planning, Supply Chain Management Certificate, Total Quality Management Certificate, Motion and Time Study Certificate, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance Certificate, Microsoft Word, Excel, Oracle 11i, Lean Manufacturing 101 & 201, Visio, PowerPoint, ACAD, EI Team Member and Co-Lead, OWI, BAC5657, OEE, Multiple Certifications, Statistics and Probability.

Education:

Trident Technical College, North Charleston, SC., APICS, ACAD, Statistics and Probability

The Citadel, Charleston, SC., Business Law

Limestone College, Gaffney, SC., Business Administration

Villanova University, Villanova, PA., Project Management (Enrolled)

Villanova University, Villanova, PA., Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (Enrolled)

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