Quality Control Manager
Resume:
Robert M. Vordeburg
Salem, SC 29676
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MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
HIGH VOLUME ASSEMBLY • SUPPLY BASE MANAGEMENT • QUALITY CONTROL
LEAN MANUFACTURING • STRATEGIC PLANNING • PROCESS DEVELOPMENT
• Skilled senior operations management professional with over 30 yrs. experience in a variety of functional positions including Production, Supplier Quality Control, Launch Management, Lean Manufacturing, Training and Continuous Improvement.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent ability to manage / lead people through projects, tasks, and objectives.
• Resourceful decision maker adept at improving and producing results on time and within budget.
• International business experience in Europe and North America.
• Experienced in maintaining successful working relationship with organized labor work force.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MOUNTAIN LAKES BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORP. - Walhalla S.C. (09/2011 - PRESENT)
Board of Directors / Manufacturing Mentor
As a charter member of MLBDC, I am responsible for the development and growth of a non-profit business organization with a mission to guide and assist entrepreneurs and existing small businesses through the development of sound business practices and growth. The effort was initiated by the Oconee County Economic Development Commission and Tri-County Technical College. I am responsible for mentoring clients in the area of product and process development. I have initiated a partnership with the Clemson University School of Mechanical Engineering to provide technical support. In addition to aiding my clients, I have created an opportunity for students to have a hands on experience in product and process development.
CHRYSLER LLC, WARREN TRUCK ASSEMBLY – WARREN, MICH. (01/2008 - 06/2011)
Manufacturing Operations Manager, Assembly
I directed all shift operations in Manufacturing, Maintenance, Production Control, and Quality output for a 1.5 million square foot automotive based assembly facility with a yearly operating budget of $250 million. I directed a multi-level staff of 20 managers, 4 Process Engineers and 450 hourly employees. Responsible for all manufacturing and business metrics (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale)
Key Achievements:
Trained workforce and implemented lean manufacturing and small team concept.
Annual improvement of safety (35%), quality (28%), and schedule attainment metric to 104%.
Achieved yearly reduction of Fixed and Variable costs by over $20 million to support corporate objectives.
DAIMLER CHRYSLER CORP. - WARREN TRUCK ASSEMBLY – WARREN, MICH. (4/2003 –12/2007)
Plant Quality and Product Engineering Manager
I was directly responsible for all product and process quality control systems development and implementation for Body, Paint, and General Assembly. I led Safety and Emissions Compliance, QS9000/14001 sustainment, as well as departmental metrics for Safety, Delivery, Cost and Morale) for a three shift, 3.2 million square foot facility with separate body, paint, and assembly shops - building five different body styles in line sequence.
I directed a three shift Quality Operation. I developed and led a management team of 25 salaried quality/process engineers and 240 bargaining unit inspectors.
Key Achievements:
Launched numerous major and minor product revisions.
Recorded Zero Lost Time injuries two straight years – 2006/2007
12% Yearly improvement in First Time Capability, while supporting full/partial new model product launches.
50% improvement in Warranty Expense Per Unit Sold from 2004 through 2007
Led yearly successful QS9000/14001 compliance audits.
DAIMLER CHRYSLER CORP. - CORPORATE MANUFACTURING QUALITY – AUBURN HILLS, MICH. (1/2002-3/2003)
Senior Quality Specialist
I was responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of standard quality measurement process for Chrysler Corp. Jeep and Truck Assembly Operations. I created a standard data collection and reporting format for six vehicle assembly plants. I developed a standard Zone Control containment and corrective action process based on Lean Manufacturing principles. I trained plant quality staffs and assisted in implementation and support. The development process required consensus of Senior Corporate Management and the support of local management and union leadership at all facilities.
Key Achievements:
Integrated standard quality control process in six assembly plants. Trained over 100 salary and hourly employees.
Created standard reporting format to assure consistent interpretation of plant quality performance by Senior Management.
CHRYSLER CORP. – ADVANCED MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS – AUBURN HILLS, MICH. (7/1999 – 12/2002)
Senior Launch Manager
I was directly responsible for the planning, launch, and operational implementation of all new model sheet metal programs for Chrysler Corp. Jeep and Truck Operations. Led a team of engineering, advanced manufacturing, and supplier specialists in the development, production, and implementation of new model sheet metal components. The position required functional knowledge of dimensional, weld, and surface control to coordinate successful, timely build programs in multiple assembly facilities.
Key Achievements:
I developed a corporate standard for Surface / Dimensional Quality assessment and approval to support all new model sheet metal programs.
I developed an approval process with corporate manufacturing and engineering organizations as well as external tool suppliers to assure timely transfer of quality products to production stamping and assembly facilities.
OTHER MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE
CHRYSLER CORP. - AUBURN HILLS, MICH.
Stamping Operations Platform Quality Manager 5/1993 – 6/1999
Supplier Development Specialist 10/1987 – 4/1993
Education
Bachelor Degree in Business Administration
Davenport University, Warren, MI.
Graduated Sigma Cum Laude
Kepner Tregoe and Shanin Red X Problem Solving Methods
University of Michigan Six Sigma Program
Continuous professional development programs
In Executive Management, Leadership, Quality Control, and Cost Analysis
Additional Professional Interests
Independence Twp. Fire Department
On Call Officer/Fire Fighter/Emergency Medical Technician (Retired)
Professional and Personal References Available upon request or through Linked In
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