Quality/ Manufacturing

Michael Blankenship

Buford, ***** GA 256-***-**** **************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Results-driven professional with 25+ years of success leading project management, quality control, production operations, and business process optimization across multiple industries. Recognized for enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and driving compliance through strategic planning and team leadership. Expertise includes Six Sigma methodologies, data analysis, auditing, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement. Committed to delivering operational excellence while aligning with client objectives and regulatory standards. Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Problem Solving

Decision-Making

Leadership & Team Management

Project Management

Regulatory Compliance

Preventive Maintenance

Quality Control & Assurance

Six Sigma & Lean Methodologies

Professional Experience

CAPA PROJECT ENGINEER (CONTRACT) 04/2024 - Current Ethicon - Cornelia, GA

Analyzed and interpreted complex data sets involving 6,000+ asset sets to identify compliance gaps and support regulatory alignment. Verified resolution of compliance issues, ensuring adherence to quality standards and internal SOPs. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), enhancing process integrity and efficiency.

Conducted root cause analyses to determine nonconformities and recommended data-driven solutions to mitigate recurrence. PROJECT MANAGER 04/2019 - 04/2024

MDB Homebuilders - Buford, GA

Led analysis of 6,000+ asset data sets to identify trends, validate compliance resolution, and support adherence to regulatory and quality standards.

Directed cross-functional collaboration to implement and monitor corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), ensuring timely issue resolution.

Oversaw project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communications to align CAPA initiatives with business objectives. Applied risk management strategies and root cause analysis to proactively address compliance challenges and drive continuous improvement.

ASSISTANT PLANT MANAGER 02/2017 - 04/2019

MannaPro - Chamblee, GA

Directed daily plant operations and enforced safety protocols, contributing to a compliant and high-performing manufacturing environment. Led the successful implementation of SAP systems in the mill to streamline inventory management, production tracking, and reporting processes.

Certified as a Food Safety Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI), ensuring adherence to FDA and industry food safety standards. Developed comprehensive training manuals, resolved storage and inventory challenges, and documented standard operating procedures

(SOPs) for improved efficiency.

QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER 09/2012 - 10/2016

Maples Industries, Inc. - Scottsboro, Alabama

Led implementation of Quality Management System (QMS), facilitating successful third-party audits and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Increased compliance evaluation scores from 86% to 97% by optimizing quality control procedures and enforcing best practices. Analyzed production data to identify inefficiencies, resulting in a significant reduction of off-quality issues and material waste. Developed comprehensive training manuals and quality documentation to standardize processes and ensure consistent team performance. PRODUCTION MANAGER 07/2012 - 02/2013

Mohawk Industries - Lyerly, GA

Led daily operations of the tufting department, managing 271 employees and 7 supervisors to ensure production goals and quality standards were consistently met.

Identified and resolved mechanical issues proactively, implementing corrective actions that reduced unplanned downtime and increased equipment reliability.

Conducted predictive maintenance assessments to forecast machinery failures, minimizing disruptions and extending equipment life cycle. Improved workforce awareness of critical production issues through targeted training and clear communication, resulting in enhanced accountability and performance.

QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER 09/2009 - 07/2012

Mohawk Industries - Dalton, GA

Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime. Standardized quality assurance best practices across departments, ensuring consistent compliance with internal and regulatory standards. Led cross-functional safety initiatives that enhanced workplace safety culture and reduced incidents. Achieved $250K in annual cost savings by identifying inefficiencies and streamlining operations through continuous improvement strategies.

QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER 03/2004 - 09/2009

Oriental Weavers of America - Dalton, GA

Led quality control operations in a multicultural manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance with global standards and company objectives.

Developed and enforced robust quality assurance procedures to maintain consistency across all production stages. Analyzed off-quality data and customer claims, generating detailed reports to drive data-backed decision-making. Reduced manufacturing claims by $275K annually through strategic data collection, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions.

Education & Certifications

Dalton State College - Dalton, GA Associate's Degree Business

Accomplishments

Managed in multicultural production facility and shared ideas and insight to achieve new heights in excellence. Increased plan compliance from 76.5% to 92.9% within a six-week period, reducing costs by $250k annually in an ISO 9001 facility and ISO 14389.

Managed a Lab using the ASTM (American Standard for Testing and Materials) guidelines, cut manufacturing claims by $275K annually through data collection and corrective actions.

Reduced substandard production by 150K in a textile rug manufacture for cupping within 6 months. Assured FDA compliance in a milling and feed facility.

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