Industrial / Manufacturing Engineer

William Q. Wilkinson, Jr.

Anniston, AL *****

Home: 256-***-****

Cell: 256-***-****

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Summary

An Engineering Manager with over 25 years experience leading engineering, production, and quality functions for diverse manufacturing businesses. Very strong track record of inspirational leadership and team work leading to improved operating results and cultural transformations. A skilled problem solver and innovative thinker with the proven ability to develop effective business processes and deliver results. Committed to on-time delivery with excellent quality at the lowest possible cost.

• Engineering Management • Union and non-union environments

• Quality Management • Six Sigma / Lean Implementation

• Production Management • Project Management

• International business experience • Secret Security Clearance Eligible

Professional Experience

Advantage Technical Resourcing, (BAE Systems), Anniston, AL 2011-Current

Packaging Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer

Responsible for preparing packaging information sheets for DLA shipments and Work Instructions for Military Vehicle rebuild program.

BAE Systems, Anniston, AL 2006 - 2010

BAE Systems is the second largest defense contractor in the world with annual revenues of $36 billion.

Engineering Manager 2008-2010

Industrial Engineer 2006-2008

Responsible for Engineering related activities for military recovery vehicle program. Direct reports included up to six engineers, three engineering technicians, and an administrative assistant. Customers included the US Army and USMC.

• Prepared documents critical to receiving additional revenues of over $70 million

• Developed six station assembly line which resulted in a 40% increase in production and 20% reduction in overtime

• Developed quality processes which resulted in a decrease in defects per unit from an average of 35 to an average of three

• Instrumental in preparing documents and materials responsible for winning an initial USMC contract for $3.8 million

• Awarded two Bronze Chairman’s Awards in 2009

• Awarded two Bronze Chairman’s Awards in 2010

Springs Industries, Piedmont, AL 1998 - 2006

Manufacturer of bedding products.

Department Manager 1999-2006

Responsible for production in plant constructing bedding products including comforters, dust ruffles, pillow shams, and decorative pillows. Major customers included Wal-Mart,

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Target, Sears, and J C Penney. Recognized as having plant with highest production and efficiency rate with lowest accident rate for all Springs manufacturing plants.

• Managed three shift operation with nine supervisors and 300 associates

• Analyzed production costs and developed yearly budget in excess of $3 million

Industrial Engineer 1998 – 1999

• Designed layout for 70,000 square foot plant for maximum production and increased efficiency

• Analyzed accident reports to implement safer working conditions and prevent repetitive motion injuries

• Performed time and motion studies that increased efficiency in excess of 20%

Crowntuft Manufacturing, Division of Kellwood, Inc., Heflin, AL 1985 – 1998

Produced ladies bath robes for sale to J.C. Penney, Sears, Victoria’s Secret, Wal-Mart, and K-Mart.

Engineering Manager 1996-1998

Responsible for all engineering aspects for a plant manufacturing ladies robes. Hired and supervised engineering staff of five responsible for bills of material, labor cost sheets, and process development; and a staff of 13 in product development and samples.

• Researched and implemented payroll system for 400 employees

• Managed capital expenditure projects in excess of $2 million

• Established network of domestic and foreign contractors

Quality Control Manager 1996

Established quality control standards utilized in evaluating new styles and machinery. Traveled to and performed audits at contractors in El Salvador, Honduras, Mexico, China, and Malaysia.

• Successfully passed all customer quality audits

Industrial Engineer / Purchasing Manager 1985- 1996

• Implemented process model which increased efficiency and productivity by 300%

• Purchased general supplies and equipment for budget in excess of $2 million

Chalkline of Ranburne, Inc., Ranburne, AL 1982 - 1985

Sewing Machine Mechanic

Combined Insurance Company of America, Chicago, Illinois 1981 - 1982

Health Insurance Sales

Many Parts of Heflin, Inc. (Automotive Parts Store), Heflin, AL 1978 - 1981

President, Co-Owner, and General Manager

Many Parts of Lenlock, Inc., Anniston, AL 1975 - 1978

Douglas and Lomason, Inc., Carrollton, GA 1970 - 1975

C. F. Clegg, Inc., Heflin, AL 1967 - 1970

Education

B. S. Degree in Technology, Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, AL, 36265

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