CNC Manufacturing/Production/Quality Control/Lab Manager

SUMMARY

• Dedicated professional with more than 17 years of experience in machine operation, lab management, and quality control working within TS 16949 and ISO 9001 compliance standards in the heavy-duty manufacturing and powder coating industries.

• Proficient in performing first-piece, in-process, and final inspection of products for dimensional characteristics and appearance, using Marposs measuring equipment, snap and attribute gauges, micrometers, and calipers.

• Comfortable in set-up and operation of CNC production equipment, including usage of specified personal protective equipment, program editing, tool selection and changes, proper segregation of non-conforming product, troubleshooting, routine maintenance, and 5S.

• PC-literate in a Windows environment to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Datapaq, and SPC software. Organized and efficient with strong communication, self-management, teamwork, and liaison skills.

• Experienced in wet chemistry and wastewater issues, including the permitting process, chain of command, crisis communication, spill control, and diplomatic relations with municipal departments.

• Responsible to perform lean manufacturing activities and be involved in identifying process improvement through Value Stream Mapping, Standardized Work, and TPM.

• Experienced in operator training and management, technical writing, and ISO internal auditing.

• Six Sigma yellow belt training.

• NC Manufacturing Certification through Cleveland Community College, Shelby, NC.

SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Worked with engineers to evaluate new tooling in efforts to eliminate non-conforming product, reduce set-up times, and minimize troubleshooting.

• Participated in Kaizen to develop uniform start-up instructions for the Shaft Department.

• Cross-trained at various work cells to be a confident and capable substitute operator.

• Assisted in auditing process flow to identify causes of inventory discrepancies

• Project manager for pilot program to gradually feed spent cleaner and phosphate baths into regular industrial wastewater discharge, thus eliminating disposal costs.

EXPERIENCE

Eaton Corporation • Kings Mtn., NC • 2003 to 2009

Shaft Cell Technician

Operated CNC Okuma lathes and Kawasaki robot loader.

• Produced transmission countershafts. Maintained all part characteristics according to specifications. Performed set-ups, tool changes, program editing, and troubleshooting in a timely manner. Adapted to changing situations to meet production schedules.

• Inspected product samples for highest quality acceptance using proper procedures and devices. Maintained SPC charts and control plans as required.

• Reported any variances in quality to department coach.

• Adhered to all safety, lean manufacturing, and 5S standards.

• Completed daily tasks in compliance with standardized work instructions.

Quality Metal Products • Gastonia, NC • 1996 to 2002

Laboratory/Chemical Process/Wastewater Manager

Organized and managed pre-treatment for powder coating steel and aluminum parts at two facilities and wastewater discharge at three facilities.

• Maintained chemical baths for strength and temperature. Performed titrations per technical process bulletins. Documented results for ISO and process control purposes.

• Scheduled, participated in, and supervised routine maintenance activities, including discharge of spent chemical baths, construction of fresh baths, cleaning of tanks, and replacing spray nozzles.

• Discharged rinse water overflow to sewer according to permit conditions. Monitored ph, adjusting with chemicals as necessary. Responsible for maintaining chart recorder results and reporting monthly water usage. Renewed all wastewater permits. Performed daily inspections to assure physical integrity of system.

• Trained and supervised off-shift and substitute lab technicians, assigning duties as necessary.

• Engaged in troubleshooting of pertinent issues (TSS, TP, TKN) with wastewater engineer. Acted as company liaison to the Dept. of Public Works and Utilities.

• Worked with engineers, vendors, and consultants regarding any quality concerns (pinholes, cure, adhesion) about finished powder coated parts.

• Collected wastewater samples for analysis by independent lab following established chain of command to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Responsible for calibration of lab equipment. Controlled chemical inventory. Maintained current MSDS. Maintained regular contact with vendors. Assessed vendor products for value, quality, and potential hazard.

Hammett Machine Co. • Grover, NC • 1992 to 1996

Machine Operator

Operated Bridgeport milling machines, lathes, and bandsaws.

• Produced spacer rings per blueprint specifications. Performed regular quality checks with calipers and micrometers.

• Cleaned and packaged finished products for shipping and delivery.

EDUCATION

Winthrop University • Rock Hill, SC

B.A., English

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