Eric D. Richards
Gallatin
Summary
Operational Excellence / Continuous Improvement Leader / Automotive CNC Program Improvement, Programming, and Production / Community Outreach and Leadership
Operational excellence professional with extensive experience in optimizing processes and fostering continuous improvement. Known for collaborative approach and achieving significant results. Reliable team player with strong focus on quality control and problem-solving.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Operational Excellence Leader
North American Stamping Group
06.2019 - Current
- Teach all aspects of TQPS (Total Quality Production System) including Basic Equipment Care, Problem Solving, and Swarming the problem from the CEO to new hires (325+ TMs)
- Implementing and training 5S standards from the CEO to new hires
- Document Control utilizing QCBD
- Document all Tangible Cost Savings related to waste and process improvements. ($6M)
- Track machine efficiency (OEE) to reduce downtime utilizing ShopEdge MRP system
- Process Design utilizing the 4 Capabilities of the Operationally Outstanding.
- Led 5S Workshops in North America to improve workplace organization and efficiency.
- Teach TQPS for Leadership to high level leaders in the organization.
CNC Operator/Programmer / Machinist
Inland Lakes Machine Inc.
11.2007 - 06.2019
- Operated 5 axis Fanuc Control Daewoo Lathe and 5 axis Quick turn Mazak lathe
- Program / set up / operated Mazak SQT8 lathe
CNC Router Programmer
Fours Winns Engineering
04.2002 - 11.2007
- Program Router utilizing Cimblock Production Machining software and Cadkey 97
- 2.5 years General Assembly
Machinist / Programming / Development / Troubleshooting
Inland Lakes Machine Inc.
10.1996 - 04.2002
Mold Technician / Quality Assurance
Michigan Rubber Products
09.1994 - 10.1996
Education
High School Diploma -
06.2019
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Florence, KY01.2010
Mfg. Eng.
Baker College of Cadillac
05.2004
High School - undefined
Cadillac High School
06.1994
Skills
- 5S
- Visual Management
- Kanban Implementation
- VSM – Value Stream Mapping
- Kaizen Improvement
- Scrap Reduction
- Process Design
- Operational Efficiency Improvements
- Microsoft Office
- Team Development
- DMAIC / DFSS
- Cost Reduction
- Problem Solving
- Project Management
- Direct Observation
- PFMEA / Control Plan
Certification
Six Sigma Lean Black Belt – CSSC 2025 - Certification # SzAZ41hLB4
Timeline
Operational Excellence Leader
North American Stamping Group
06.2019 - Current
CNC Operator/Programmer / Machinist
Inland Lakes Machine Inc.
11.2007 - 06.2019
CNC Router Programmer
Fours Winns Engineering
04.2002 - 11.2007
Machinist / Programming / Development / Troubleshooting
Inland Lakes Machine Inc.
10.1996 - 04.2002
Mold Technician / Quality Assurance
Michigan Rubber Products
09.1994 - 10.1996
Mfg. Eng.
Baker College of Cadillac
High School - undefined
Cadillac High School
High School Diploma -
Areas, Roles, and Expertise
- Toyota Production System Coaching and Application
- Continuous Improvement Coaching and Application
- Process Improvement and Sustainment
- 5S Coaching and Application
- CSSBB - Certified Six Sigma Black Belt