Damon Lounds
Kansas City,Missouri
Summary
With 16 years of experience in the automotive and motorcycle industries, I bring extensive knowledge as a Production Supervisor and Process Engineer. I excel in managing plant operations, ensuring equipment maintenance, and maintaining high standards of quality control. My expertise includes process engineering and team leadership, prioritizing cost management and lean manufacturing techniques for optimal operational efficiency. I am proficient in 5S Methodology and OSHA compliance, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement. My dedication is focused on driving success in every aspect of the role, with a strong emphasis on achieving superior production outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Caregiver
Independent Caregiver
10.2016 - 08.2023
- Provided extensive care management for parents with terminal illness.
- Managed in-home care services to support daily living requirements
- Managed all household activities, systems, and procedures to ensure tasks were completed on time.
- Directed relevant alterations to appropriate experts according to nature of ailments and new health requirements
- Ensured effective communication between specialists during healthcare service coordination.
- Acted as primary healthcare advocate while liaising with medical specialists.
Office Manager
State Farm Insurance (George Lounds Agency)
04.2015 - 04.2023
- Revised sales floor layout to meet company requirements.
- Boosted office efficiency by designing and executing systems.
- Collaborated with owner/agent on recruiting, hiring, and training staff.
- Evaluated and sanctioned supply requisitions to streamline process
- Established historical data controls through effective record management protocols.
- Monitored expenditures and ensured alignment with scheduled targets.
Process Engineer & Production Supervisor
Harley-Davidson
01.2014 - 04.2015
- Refined department-specific process flows to enhance operational efficiency.
- Worked with team leads to resolve quality and warranty issues.
- Reduced downtime by 34% through strategic process optimization.
- Coordinated and oversaw preventive maintenance on existing and new production equipment including routine calibration.
- Led professional development for assembly and operator staff and trained staff for promotion to cross-functional operations
- Defined manufacturing performance standards and reviewed performance to set future targets and staffing/capital needs
- Conducted root cause analyses to eliminate production constraints.
- Optimized budgeting strategies to promote lean practices and operational efficiency.
Senior Process Coach (Paint Department)
Ford Motor Company
04.2008 - 10.2013
- Enhanced team efficiency by coaching staff on process improvements.
- Developed training materials to support process changes and streamline operations.
- Led workshops for process optimization, increasing team capability.
- Assisted in identifying process bottlenecks to improve workflow.
- Collaborated with management to design effective process strategies.
- Improved operational consistency by implementing standardized procedures.
- Mentored team members on best practices to elevate process outcomes.
- Implemented process changes for reducing operational costs.
- Increased productivity with targeted process interventions.
- Delivered training sessions for promoting process understanding.
- Addressed process issues swiftly to minimize disruptions.
- Streamlined communication between departments for process alignment.
- Improved manufacturing processes by analyzing workflow, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing corrective actions.
- Directed operations of two premier paint shops overseeing workforce comprising 107 employees and five supervisors.
Process Engineer
Ford Motor Company
05.2006 - 10.2008
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance overall process capabilities, ensuring market competitiveness.
- Coordinated with suppliers to resolve raw material issues affecting production schedules.
- 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.
- Championed and facilitated kaizen events to drive continuous improvement efforts throughout the organization, resulting in a culture of operational excellence.
- Met weekly with team members to discuss project implementations and alleviate any issues.
Production Supervisor (Paint Final Inspection Are)
Ford Motor Company
05.2005 - 04.2006
- Increased production efficiency by coordinating daily operations and managing team workloads.
- Supervised production team to ensure compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.
- Enhanced team performance with regular training sessions and skill development workshops.
- Improved production output, monitoring equipment performance and implementing timely maintenance schedules.
- Implemented process improvements for streamlining operations and boosting efficiency.
- Led safety training initiatives to promote a culture of safety and compliance.
- Coordinated with maintenance team for timely repair and upkeep of equipment.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Collaborated with plant Variability Reduction Team to ensure compliance.
- Optimized systems for manufacturing painted materials.
Salary Ford Production Systems Coordinator
Ford Motor Company
10.2003 - 05.2005
- Improved team collaboration by organizing regular meetings and facilitating open communication.
- Instrumental in the implementation and the sustained success of LEAN/FPS at Ford's Kansas City Assembly Plant. As Passenger Paint's Salary FPS (Ford Production System) the department was named as the benchmark for the plant.
- Implemented and enforced a culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while providing operational leadership.
- Lead the implementation of "5S"and all of its elements for the department, while adapting these elements for the specific processes relative to a paint department.
- Represented K.C.A.P. at the North American Diversity Summit
- Prepared reports to track project progress and identify potential issues related to the implementation of FPS.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
- Managed resources and allocated tasks to optimize project performance.
- Enhanced skills of participants through interactive training programs.
Production Supervisor
Ford Motor Company
09.1999 - 10.2003
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed the execution of training initiatives for thorough understanding of procedural and safety standards as well as role-specific skills.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Provided regular feedback to team members, enhancing professional growth.
- Supervised production processes across a group of 27 personnel, achieving all project deadlines.
- Instructed staff in product manufacturing processes.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
Education
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Central Missouri State University
01.1997
Skills
- Department Operations
- Six Sigma
- Lean Manufacturing
- Team Leadership
- Standardized procedures
- Cycle time reduction
- Quality improvements
- Process improvement strategies
- Assembly line operations
- Manufacturing capabilities
- Process analyses
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Production standards
- Safety protocols
- Cross-functional teams
- Preventive maintenance programs
- OSHA
- Quality Control
- Cost Management
- Production Planning
- 5S Methodology
- Resource Management
- Microsoft Office
- Process Engineering
Timeline
Independent Caregiver
Independent Caregiver
10.2016 - 08.2023
Office Manager
State Farm Insurance (George Lounds Agency)
04.2015 - 04.2023
Process Engineer & Production Supervisor
Harley-Davidson
01.2014 - 04.2015
Senior Process Coach (Paint Department)
Ford Motor Company
04.2008 - 10.2013
Process Engineer
Ford Motor Company
05.2006 - 10.2008
Production Supervisor (Paint Final Inspection Are)
Ford Motor Company
05.2005 - 04.2006
Salary Ford Production Systems Coordinator
Ford Motor Company
10.2003 - 05.2005
Production Supervisor
Ford Motor Company
09.1999 - 10.2003
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Central Missouri State University
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