Anthony Raifsnider
Fremont ,OH
Summary
Adept at driving manufacturing improvements and fostering team collaboration, significantly enhanced process efficiency and team performance at Inoac. Specializing in process development and cross-functional teamwork, expertise in root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives led to a notable increase in productivity and quality assurance, aligning with key employer-desired skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Engineer
Inoac Interior Systems
11.2023 - Current
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance overall process capabilities, ensuring market competitiveness.
- Optimized manufacturing processes by implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean methodologies.
- Participated in project reviews to enable ongoing status tracking and reporting.
- Implemented standardized work instructions, enhancing operator understanding of critical tasks and improving workflow consistency.
- Identified bottlenecks in the production line through capacity analysis studies, increasing overall throughput rates as a result.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
- Coached newly hired employees and interns while observing progress and delegating tasks.
- Managed capital projects for the installation of new equipment or modifications to existing systems, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Developed documentation, diagrams, and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining plant reliability and minimizing operational disruptions.
- Designed and executed experiments to identify process improvements, leading to reduced costs and increased efficiency.
- Met weekly with team members to discuss project implementations and alleviate any issues.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams on preventive maintenance programs aimed at extending the lifespan of critical equipment components.
- Prepared scope of work documentation for use in project planning
- Managed third-party contractors, inspecting completed work and ongoing efforts to confirm quality and adherence to prescribed guidelines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Interfaced with area teams to verify application of technical details.
- Supported new product development efforts through scale-up activities from pilot-scale testing to full-scale production implementation.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure more favorable terms, reducing material costs without compromising quality.
Molding Manager
Flex-N-Gate
11.2017 - 11.2023
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective training programs.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful project completion.
- Improved operational efficiency with process optimization initiatives.
- Coordinated tasks to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
- Fostered positive work environment by promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Implemented innovative solutions to overcome operational challenges.
- Enhanced employee engagement, organizing motivational workshops.
- Conducted performance appraisals to boost team morale and productivity.
- Resolved conflicts to maintain harmonious work environment.
- Mentored junior staff to enhance skill development and career progression.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
Education
Engineering Mechanics
Terra State
Fremont, OH06-2010
Skills
- Data analysis
- Process development
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Process validation
- Documents and reports
- Continuous improvement
- Equipment optimization
- Root-cause analysis
- Mechanical engineering
- Process flows
- Report generation
- Automation technologies
- Relationship building
- Hazardous materials handling
- Improvement tracking
- Machine troubleshooting
- Analysis of process flows
- Manufacturing improvement
- Quality assurance
- Cost-saving methods
- New process implementation
- Lean manufacturing processes
- Process integration
- Operations planning
- Cycle time optimization
- Corrective action planning
- Performance analytics
- Technical troubleshooting
Timeline
Process Engineer
Inoac Interior Systems
11.2023 - Current
Molding Manager
Flex-N-Gate
11.2017 - 11.2023
Engineering Mechanics
Terra State