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Darrell Markowich

Marysville,Ohio

Summary

Experienced professional with a diverse background in manufacturing and engineering. Strong working knowledge of injection molds, stamping dies, and hem dies, as well as expertise in utilizing various types of measuring instruments. Leveraging skills in a people leadership role, effectively guiding and motivating teams to achieve exceptional results.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Tool and Die Manger

PEBU
01.2024 - Current
  • Lead and support the team to ensure understanding and execution of their core R&Rs and in keeping with Honda Philosophy, Honda Core Values and the Honda Way
  • Develop talent through regular guidance, recognition, regular feedback and development planning
  • Promote engagement, diversity and inclusion within the workplace
  • Develop, monitor, and execute Group workload plan, including setting short/mid-term workload assignments, ensuring cost, and delivery targets are met, and group business management, including payroll verification and approvals (FTO, PTO, etc.), monthly workload and budget analysis
  • Works directly with project management team (Project Managers and New Model Project Team at Plant) to update project status and planning
  • Develops and controls maturation plan with manufacturing team, and shares updates at weekly site meeting
  • Utilizes a high level of technical expertise within area of leadership for both tooling application (planning, design change application, emergency repairs, and maturation) and training of associates
  • Acts as a mentor for associate development
  • Assesses competencies and tracks hours for apprenticeship students
  • Creates assignments to strengthen the team (addressing skill gaps) while not compromising project completion or quality
  • Develop individual talent through regular one-on-one engagement meetings, reviews, performance feedback (PMP) and career development
  • Investigate and implement methods to increase Group efficiency and effectiveness using Honda problem solving methods, drive creation and updates of Group standard practices, processes, and procedures

Quality Project Leader

HDMA
11.2022 - 01.2024
  • Consistently identify opportunities for continuous improvement
  • Develop and execute activities / tasks to achieve strategic objective
  • Collect data and apply business knowledge to solve a range of problem
  • Effectively lead project themes
  • Effectively sell ideas, securing buy-in from individuals or team
  • Demonstrate technical proficiency, with expertise on some topics, within technical area
  • Build technical, Honda Way, and Dept knowledge
  • Train and support lower-level associates as require or able to raise overall group TSI ratings
  • Conducted thorough post-project evaluations to identify areas for future improvement in both processes and performance metrics.

Injection Mold Team Leader/SET

Honda Engineering
07.2015 - 11.2022
  • Build and oversee maturation of new model injection molds according to North American mold specs
  • Maintain a build and maturation schedule to achieve all try dates and install and mass production launch and meet quality specifications
  • Advising and support plants in repairs and design changes as needed
  • Mentor new associates (entry level) within the group on problem solving, procedures and repair methods
  • Establishing and maintaining inventory, and supplies; ensuring proper documentation of processes for the area
  • Ability to present to varying audiences, conduct in-depth technical analysis, lead and prioritize multiple projects, work in a team environment as well as independently
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.

Stamping and Hem Die Technician

Honda Engineering
07.2015 - 07.2018
  • Mature stamping dies and perform hem die installs
  • Document all steps of the process quality and data related
  • Work closely with the plants to ensure a smooth transition of the dies and launch of the new model
  • Perform emergency repairs as necessary
  • Assisted in training new Die Technicians, sharing expertise on best practices for optimal performance in the role.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all die repairs, modifications, and maintenance activities for future reference.
  • Increased equipment lifespan by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential problems before they escalated.

Die Maintenance Associate

Honda Manufacturing of Indiana
09.2011 - 07.2015
  • Repair and maintain automotive stamping dies
  • Troubleshoot and countermeasure sheet metal forming problems as they arise
  • Die tryout and installation into press line equipment
  • Perform preventative maintenance on dies in between production runs
  • Maintain and continuously improve quality on all stamping parts
  • Meet repair schedule times to maintain daily stamping production
  • Follow up on past repairs for continuous improvement
  • Daily repair and maintenance of stamp dies
  • Press line support and troubleshooting
  • Quality improvements to stamping panels
  • Communicate at all levels on die repairs
  • Achieved increased equipment lifespan through diligent care, thorough inspections, and consistent adherence to manufacturer guidelines.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting tools and equipment, promptly addressing potential hazards.

Buffer/ Polisher

Raytheon
08.2010 - 09.2011
  • Deburr parts
  • Sand launchers

Maintenance Mechanic II

City of Houston
12.2009 - 08.2010
  • Repaired small engines
  • Performed other duties as assigned

Millwright

The Lincoln Electric Company
04.1997 - 03.2009
  • Maintained machinery in operating condition
  • Operated both light and heaving machinery as required for the job
  • Operated a forklift
  • Read and followed blueprints
  • Used Arc welder as requested
  • Collaborated with others to complete assigned tasks
  • Install machinery and remove old machinery
  • Supported production
  • Addressed any quality issues

Education

Millwright Classes -

Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH

Millwright Classes -

Lakeland Community College
Kirtland, OH

Arc Welding School -

The Lincoln Electric Company
Cleveland, OH
12.2006

Additional Education

  • Great Lakes Truck Driving School, Class A CDL
  • The Lincoln Electric Company, Arc Welding School, 2006
  • Lorain County Community College, Elyria, OH, Millwright Classes
  • Lakeland Community College, Kirtland, OH, Millwright Classes

Timeline

Assistant Tool and Die Manger

PEBU
01.2024 - Current

Quality Project Leader

HDMA
11.2022 - 01.2024

Injection Mold Team Leader/SET

Honda Engineering
07.2015 - 11.2022

Stamping and Hem Die Technician

Honda Engineering
07.2015 - 07.2018

Die Maintenance Associate

Honda Manufacturing of Indiana
09.2011 - 07.2015

Buffer/ Polisher

Raytheon
08.2010 - 09.2011

Maintenance Mechanic II

City of Houston
12.2009 - 08.2010

Millwright

The Lincoln Electric Company
04.1997 - 03.2009

Millwright Classes -

Lakeland Community College

Arc Welding School -

The Lincoln Electric Company

Millwright Classes -

Lorain County Community College
Darrell Markowich