Cindy O’Rourke

• Manager for prototype scheduling, procurement and program execution in support of Global Powertrain Engineering Engine and Battery Sector
• Managed Scheduling and Procurement teams for various engine and battery programs.
• Interfaced with assembly plants and prototype build facilities to develop executable build schedules.
• Addressed challenges in materials delivery that affected project timelines and quality.
• Developed recovery plans with suppliers, product and manufacturing engineering.
• Interfaced with purchasing management to address quoting and timing conflicts, streamlining procurement processes.
• Facilitated collaboration in operations and process leadership, improving workflow efficiency.
• Updated multiple monthly metrics for engineering and preproduction operations.

• Engine Sector Consolidation and Budget Management for Global Experimental Engine Programs
• Consolidated multimillion dollar budgets and forecasts for Engine Sector, presenting updates to sector leadership
• Developed material and tooling budgets and monthly forecasts to achieve budget targets.
• Developed standard work procedures for Global Budget & Forecasting organization.
• Represented team in various engineering leadership meetings and reported budget/forecast status.
• Managed Engineering Data Warehouse report development with IT.
• Processed requests for prototype tooling, material, and engine components.
• Lead in resolution of new Global Budget & Forecasting gaps.

• Managed multi-million dollar budgets, plan book, and workload models for global experimental engine program, facilitating resource allocation and project planning.
• Developed yearly budget and monthly forecasts for global engine program, ensuring alignment with financial targets.
• Developed project plans working with Chief Engineers to support Engineering Service Agreements with Asia.
• Managed workload for global engine program.
• Interfaced with Engineering Team and Asian Engineering to resolve issues with documentation.
• Interface with Engineering Team to ensure that workload was identified in plans.
• Develop studies and financial estimates in support of service agreements.
• Approved global requests for prototype tooling, material and engine assemblies.
• Represented team in leadership meetings, providing updates on budget and forecast status to inform decision-making.
• Achieved DFSS Green Belt certification to enhance process improvement skills.

• Lead material and build execution for three preproduction engine programs.
• Managed employees overseeing scheduling, procurement, and program execution for global powertrain engineering initiatives.
• Business leader / Interface with IT for upgrade of global scheduling system that was implemented in March, 2011.
• Resolved issues that affect team; including compressed timing, quality, bill of material, and late designs.
• Developed recovery plans with suppliers, product and manufacturing engineering.
• Collaborated with global operations teams in Germany and South Korea to establish and document effective scheduling and procurement processes.
• Interfaced with purchasing management to resolve quoting and timing conflicts.
• Led cross-functional teams to implement standardized work processes, documentation, and training manuals, enhancing operational consistency.
• Updated multiple monthly metrics for engineering and preproduction operations.

• Led planning, scheduling, and delivery efforts for the global engine program.
• Coordinated planning, execution, and delivery of engines to customers across multiple global regions.
• Collaborated with engine and vehicle manufacturing facilities to ensure timely delivery of properties with accurate content.
• Contributed to development and implementation of experimental planning and scheduling tools within the team.
• Traveled to Ricardo in England and GM Holden, Australia to assist in establishing parts lists and scheduling processes.
• Communicated logistics requirements to suppliers, resolved customs and dock receipt discrepancies, and communicated the plan for every part.

• Coordinated scheduling for automotive production lines at a leading manufacturer.
• Scheduled and executed delivery of engines and vehicles to engineering customers, ensuring timely fulfillment of project requirements.
• Managed daily operations to ensure timely completion of project deadlines.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation.

• Supervised hourly mechanics to support engineering requests in mock-up department.
• Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
• Trained and mentored team members on production processes and best practices.
• Coordinated workflow between departments to optimize production efficiency.
• Facilitated communication between management and team members for operational clarity.
• Developed training materials for new hires on operational procedures.

• Collaborated with team members to meet production goals daily.
• Maintained a clean and organized work area for safety compliance.
• Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues during assembly processes.
• Participated in team meetings to discuss workflow improvements regularly.
• Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
• Maintained records of repairs, calibrations, and tests performed on equipment.
• Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.

Maintained a clean and organized work area for safety compliance.
Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues during assembly processes.
Participated in team meetings to discuss workflow improvements regularly.
Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
Maintained records of repairs, calibrations, and tests performed on equipment.
Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.