JEFF R. LINVILLE

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Indianapolis, IN 46234 vjz9n2@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE

Well-organized Quality Engineer with more than 18 years of successful experience working in Automotive, Electronics and Appliance Manufacturing environments. Recognized as a quality-driven contributor with excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Highly motivated and disciplined professional who works effectively with high performance teams, vendors, customers and staff, and readily adjusts to changing business needs/shifts. Areas of strength include:

Process Analysis ISO/TS16949 Process Troubleshooting

Quality Assurance/Control PPAP, PSW Problem Analysis/Resolution

Continuous Quality Improvements PFMEA Vendor Management

Metrics/Reporting APQP New Product Development

Rejection Rate/Scrap Reporting TQM Corrective Action Methods

Vendor Charge Backs Audits Paperless PPAP Records

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

HENDRICKSON INTERNATIONAL, Lebanon, IN July 1997 – September 2008

Quality Engineer

Responsible for PPAP in all manufacturing areas including new part introduction, engineering, and process changes/process improvements, as well as CMM programming, returned goods disposition, nonconforming material administration, supplier quality and cost of quality reporting.

New Product Development

▪ Initiated PPAP check list that helped organize and provide structure, created buy-in and enhanced the coordination of process.

▪ Analyzed, researched and made recommendations for engineering changes (Engineering Change Requests) that improved drawings specifications and/or improved final product.

▪ Created/revised CMM programs for new products and product changes.

▪ Created and developed all plant process flow charts, PFMEAs and control plans.

▪ Created an AQP check list for safety/environmental, quality issues used as the main coordinating tool in AQP process.

▪ Developed PPAP procedure to incorporate new parts, processes and changes to ensure requirements were met.

Process Improvements

▪ Enhanced capability of key product through measurement of parts and data analysis to determine process improvements and improve quality of product.

▪ Partnered with cross-functional departments (manufacturing, production, and quality) to revise several parts that improved production and met quality standards.

▪ Identified non-functional part that caused problems; recommended removal from main assembly that resulted in $500K savings annually and improved assembly quality.

▪ Led team that improved the capability of a key part of the brake system of the suspension.

▪ Utilized automated vision system for parts inspection that improved product quality and reduced man hours.

▪ Initiated a process to charge vendors for supplying nonconforming product.

▪ Created an RGA procedure that processed returns in a more timely and smooth manner.

Quality Assurance

▪ Administered internal audits to determine adequacy of the quality systems and to ensure that the performance of products/service comply with customer needs.

▪ As part of corrective action, utilized automated vision system for parts inspection that improved product quality and reduced man hours.

▪ Led internal audits to assure compliance to ISO9000, ISO/TS16949 and made improvements.

Project Management

▪ Successfully managed a project to place the first computer on production floor for operator use.

▪ Led a cross-functional team that identified and made improvements in fabrication department, saving time/improving productivity.

▪ Led a cross-functional team to complete all PPAP projects that ensured highest quality standards.

Reports/Reporting

▪ Analyzed production and quality data and produced a variety of reports for compliance with TS16949, including supplier development indicators, trend charts, rework, scrap and other data.

▪ Maintained CAD files and coordinated engineering changes; updated drawings and initiated PPAPs.

ALTEX-MAR ELECTRONICS, INC., Westfield, IN April 1996 – June 1997

Quality Manager

Responsible for facilitating the Quality System to maintain ISO9002, as well as continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

▪ Used a high degree of independent, self-managed direction and ability to interface with all departments to resolve quality issues and improve work processes in a timely manner Tracked quality indicators and solved internal/external issues using strong communication and organization skills.

KAUFFMAN PRODUCTS, INC., Carmel, IN May 1990 – March 1996

Quality Engineer

Responsible for providing Quality Assurance support to assigned areas.

▪ Used a high degree of independent, self-managed direction and ability to interface with all departments to resolve quality issues and improve work processes in a timely manner.

▪ Reviewed manufacturing processes and capabilities to determine improvements in methods, procedures and equipment to ensure high quality production while maximizing throughput, using PPAP, advanced quality planning.

▪ Worked to resolve issues with products to ensure total customer satisfaction.

Business Unit Leader

Process Engineer / SPC Coordinator

Management Trainee

EDUCATION

PURDUE UNIVERSITY, West Lafayette, IN; 1990. B.S.: Mechanical Engineering Technology

CERTIFICATIONS

RAB-Accredited ISO 9001:2000 Lead Auditor Training with AIAG ISO/TS 16949:2002 Supplier

Auditor Certification

Certified Quality Auditor (ASQ, 12/97), Engineer (ASQ, 12/95), & Technician (ASQ, 10/93)

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