Christopher Barnes
Windsor,Canada
Summary
Versatile Executive offering 28-year track record of overseeing and managing Automotive Manufacturing operations to meet business objectives. Strong knowledge of budget administration, business development and key decision making. Disciplined and forward-thinking manager with excellent communication and team-building skills. A true Servant Leader that drives the team to innovate and grow with an ever changing industry.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Manager Windsor Operations
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
12.2022 - Current
- Responsible for Windsor Engine Plant and Essex Engine Plants. 2000 hourly 176 Salary under 3M sq. Ft.
- Maintained detailed records of all site activities, providing valuable data for future planning efforts and analysis of best practices in site management techniques.
- Established and maintained relationships with Local/ Provincial Governments. Established relationships with St. Clair College and University of Windsor for training and recruiting purposes. Local and regional Chamber of Commerce Delegate.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying areas for improvement in material procurement and labor utilization.
- Enhanced project efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures for site management tasks.
- Managed subcontractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to project timelines and specifications.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop comprehensive project plans outlining goals, timelines, and deliverables.
- Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
- Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
Launch Manager 6.8L Program Windsor Engine Plant
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Responsible for scope, hiring, installation and delivery of 400M project to production rate within an operational facility
- This included the introduction of an additional shift, product complexity and addition of customer plants in NA.
Operations Manager Windsor Engine Plant
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
04.2019 - 10.2020
- Responsible for the overall operations of the Windsor Engine Plant operations of Assembly, Machining, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- This includes the oversight of 100 Salaried engineers and management personnel and approximately 1200 hourly staff
- Assumed responsibility for 7.3L engine launch from early builds to production rate for both machining and assembly
- The Development of long term strategies for Engineering, Maintenance and Production
- Team issue resolution and planning, development of plant targets and the plans to achieve those targets
- Budgeting, Customer interface, production planning, training and direction of all other tasks related to Plant operations.
Operations Manager Cleveland Engine Plant
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Responsible for the overall operations of the Cleveland Engine Plant operations of Assembly, Machining, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality
- This includes the oversight of 100 Salaried engineers and management personnel and approximately 1600 hourly staff
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- The Development of long term strategies for Engineering, Maintenance and Production
- Team issue resolution and planning, development of plant targets and the plans to achieve those targets
- Budgeting, Customer interface, production planning, training and direction of all other tasks related to Plant operations.
Operations Manager Essex Engine Plant
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
11.2014 - 04.2016
- Responsible for the overall operations of the Essex Engine Plant operations of Assembly, Machining, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality
- This includes the oversight of 100 Salaried engineers and management personnel and approximately 800 hourly staff
- The Development of long term strategies for Engineering, Maintenance and Production
- Team issue resolution and planning, development of plant targets and the plans to achieve those targets
- Budgeting, Customer interface, production planning, training and direction of all other tasks related to Plant operations.
Assembly Manager Dearborn Engine Plant
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
02.2012 - 11.2014
- Responsible for the overall operation of the 2 shift 6 day manufacturing operations of HVL Assembly
- This included the oversight of 22 Salaried engineers and management personnel and approximately 300 hourly staff
- The Development of long term strategies for Engineering, Maintenance and Production
- This includes team issue resolution and planning, development of department targets and the plans to achieve those targets
- Customer interface, production planning, training and direction of all other tasks related to Assembly operations.
Launch Manager 2.0L I4 TIVCT GDI Engine
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
02.2008 - 08.2011
- Responsible for feasibility studies, planning, OEM selection, installation and launch of GDI engine prime engine for Focus NA
- Lead the Development of Program Studies, Business Cases, Installation, Training and launch planning for the 2.0 L TiVCT GDI program
- This included Staffing, Budget Development
- Manufacturing strategy planning, Installation Planning, Zero Loss Launch
- UAW and Plant floor interface and program implementation while current model is in production for 2009 -2010 model year product through Job 1 of 2.0 L GDI
- This included the negotiation of outsourcing Camshafts after the 2007 moratorium agreement wit the UAW
- Over 140M in investment delivered under budget and with no delays.
Site Manufacturing Engineering Team Manager
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
02.2007 - 02.2008
- Appointed and given full responsibility for new programs management, feasibility studies, process engineering, tooling, and capital investment spending at Windsor Engine Plant
- WEP is a two facility, 1.8 million sq.ft., high volume manufacturing facility employing 2000+ hourly and 220 salaried staff.
High Volume Assembly Team Manager
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
08.2005 - 09.2006
- Appointed and given full responsibility for the operations of the High Volume Engine Assembly line producing at a 750,000 unit rate, on three shifts
- Directly responsible for 830 hourly and 32 salaried employees
- This assembly line produces V8 and V10 engines for F Series, Expedition/Navigator and Econoline vehicle lines.
Quality Manager
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
04.2002 - 04.2004
- Promoted to Quality Manager
- Responsible for Windsor High Volume and Annex building internal and external quality, auditing, laboratory and metrology services, supplier quality and plant customer relations
- Responsible for 38 hourly and 6 salary employees.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Australian Institute of Business
Commissioned Officer -
Canadian Armed Forces
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Quality Assurance
- Technical knowledge
- Business Development
- Negotiation
- Contract Management
Certifications & Qualifications
- Certified Six Sigma Black Belt
- Certified Six Sigma Project champion
- Graduate Ford Experience Leader Program(ELP)
- CPM - Certified Professional Manager
Timeline
Site Manager Windsor Operations
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
12.2022 - Current
Launch Manager 6.8L Program Windsor Engine Plant
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
10.2020 - 12.2022
Operations Manager Windsor Engine Plant
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
04.2019 - 10.2020
Operations Manager Cleveland Engine Plant
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
04.2016 - 04.2019
Operations Manager Essex Engine Plant
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
11.2014 - 04.2016
Assembly Manager Dearborn Engine Plant
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
02.2012 - 11.2014
Launch Manager 2.0L I4 TIVCT GDI Engine
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
02.2008 - 08.2011
Site Manufacturing Engineering Team Manager
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
02.2007 - 02.2008
High Volume Assembly Team Manager
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
08.2005 - 09.2006
Quality Manager
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
04.2002 - 04.2004
Master of Business Administration -
Australian Institute of Business
Commissioned Officer -
Canadian Armed Forces
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