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SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT / SUPPLIER QUALITY-DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER / ISO LEAD AUDITOR
Project Management, Supplier Management, Change Management, Process Control Engineer
Extensive qualifications in the management of QMS along with all aspects of supplier development from design concept to launch of product into production. Recognized for establishing strong working relationships between Tier 1, Tier 2 and End Customer. Vast knowledge in performing root cause analysis with excellent problem solving skills.
QUALITY/MANUFACTURING ACCOMPLISHMENTS
* 15+ years experience in the automotive interior manufacturing: Fisker, Caterpillar, Ford, GM, Toyota, Honda and BMW.
* Background/Certification in TS16949, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Black Belt, IMDS & ISO.
* In depth knowledge of quality systems, policies and procedures and the ability to apply that knowledge to the interpretation of customer and supplier.
* Highly developed negotiation skills (internal /external oral and written communications skills).
* Broad knowledge of theory and principles of statistics and statistical process control.
* Diverse knowledge of inspection control methods, techniques and documentation.
* Vendor Analysis and OEM Relationships.
* Willingness to travel. (75%)
* Understanding/working knowledge of raw materials i.e. characterization/effect on development/manufacturing environment (Electrical, plastics, metals).
* Material evaluation, Selection and Management.
* Detailed program planning and scheduling.
* Resource Planning and Management.
* Knowledge of Wrapping, Low Pressure Molding, Injection Molding, Robotic Water jets, Bonding Presses and Extrusion. Secondary equipment including Sonic Welders, Clip Machines and Punch Presses.
* ISO/TS 16949 Lead 3rd party Auditor and Internal Auditor.
* Certified Trainer of MSA, SPC, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, DFMEA, PFMEA & Control Plan.
* IMDS Coordinator. Customers include GM, Ford, Toyota and BMW.
* PPAP 4th Edition Roll Out trainer for multiple manufacturing locations.
* ISO 14001 Guidance Team Champion.
* Kaizen/Lean/Greenbelt Trainer.
IT /PROJECT MANAGEMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
* Lotus Notes Administrator/ Project Manager (3 locations)
* MP2 SQL Server Installation/Project Manager
* Trainer on following Software: MS Office Suite, MS Project along with Crystal Reports, Visio, and Minitab.
* Cisco IP Phone System Project Coordinator
* ADP Payroll, e-time, time clock installation/setup Project Manager
* Integrated Tool Crib Project Manager
EMPLOYMENT
FISKER AUTOMOTIVE – Anaheim, CA
August 2011 – Present
Supplier Quality Engineer at Corporate Office
Sole SQE for all interior parts on both KI and N1 Platforms. Including switches, safety restraints/airbags, mirrors, windows, carpets and acoustics. Responsibilities include APQP, PPAP, AAR, GD&T, JIRA, ECN, Root Cause Analysis (Red X, 8D), Supplier Audits and Supplier on site corrective action investigation/closure. Currently developing Supplier Portal (SAP). Assisting with creation of internal process including Supplier Manual, Part Deviation Process, Supplier Warranty/Field Returns (Supplier bill back).
STAY ONLINE - Creedmoor, NC
June 2010 – Aug 2011
Quality/Operations Director
Responsible for the daily operation of assembly plant (Power Cords). Head of Safety/Environmental program. Responsibly for all aspects of Quality and the implementation of ISO9001:2008. Responsible for the setup/startup of an injection molding process including layout and procurement of secondary machinery including authoring all related documentation.
VOLT, CATERPILLAR BCP- Cary, Sanford, Clayton, NC
April 2008 – December 2008
Supplier Quality Engineer, Process Control Engineer
Contract: Project Management responsibilities for new product introductions (NPI), engineering changes (ECO), corrective actions(CAR/8D), PPAP, MRP, Inventory Control and Supplier Certification for Suppliers in the Non-Metallic commodity group at Caterpillar Building Construction Products.
INTIER AUTOMOTIVE, DIVISION OF MAGNA AUTOMOTIVE, Nashville IL
June 1997 – May 2007
Supplier Development Specialist (SQE) July 2003 -May 2007
Lead supplier selection activities throughout the supply base, through the development and implementation of new supply chain processes, systems, procedures and methods. Conducted detailed supplier analyses including capability studies for prototyping to production, total cost analysis by commodity, cost of quality trends, developed and managed supplier relationships, and lead cost improvement efforts. Provided leadership on structured problem solving teams to proactively promote and contribute to continuous supplier improvement and a lower total cost solution within the supply chain.
Responsibilities/Duties
Responsible for all aspects of New Product Launches with supply base (i.e. APQP, Prototype Tooling Builds, MRP).
Lead new supplier audit activities to ensure the supply base had robust process controls and capabilities that meet all existing and future company requirements both from the business as well as quality.
Reviewed customer purchase orders and specifications, engineering change requests and contracts to ensure that the necessary criteria and provisions were included in supplier selection and supply chain process plans.
Participated in failure analysis activities, drove Corrective Actions when appropriate, and ensured company requirements were adequately addressed within the supply base; including potential inventory shortages created as a result of new business, scrap, or any custo...
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