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Eric Taylor

Taylor,MI

Summary

Dynamic Program Coordinator with a proactive mindset, experienced at Ford Motor Company in launching new model vehicles and enhancing paint quality. Skilled in project oversight and strategic planning, successfully led the conversion of pretreatment systems, improving efficiency and compliance with color standards. Expertise in robotics and continuous improvement initiatives.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Coordinator

Ford Motor Company
12.2014 - Current

Launched New Model Vehicles.

Determine the Paint Parameters for Processing new vehicles.

Worked with Fanuc, Durr, and ABB robotics.

Assured Vehicles met Color Harmony and Appearance standards required by the company.

Helped Our Manufacturing facilities with quality and production issues.

Worked as a Project Lead on converting our Pretreatment system from Zinc Phosphate to Zirconium Oxide.

Helped our Facilities teams with installing or upgrading our Abatement systems.

  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows and enhance communication.
  • Developed and implemented project timelines, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and deadlines.
  • Managed program budgets, tracking expenditures and optimizing resource allocation for maximum efficiency.
  • Oversaw compliance with industry regulations, ensuring all programs adhered to safety and quality standards.

Technical Support Representative

PPG
07.2000 - 12.2014

Served as the Color coordinator for the all paint sold to the customer.

Made all adjustments to the paint to match Ford standards at the plant.

Launch all new colors at the Ford Flat Rock plant.

Help the Plant resolve all paint related defects.

Made adjustments to paint materials when needed to help paint repair operators.

Worked with Customer to enhance booth balance, oven temperatures, and booth water flow.

Member of VRT team that worked on continuous improvement programs.

  • Trained new team members on support protocols and best practices
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to escalate unresolved technical issues
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by quickly addressing concerns and providing clear, concise explanations of technical solutions.

Paint Supervisor

Textron Automotive
04.1995 - 07.2000
  • Oversaw daily paint operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored team members on painting techniques and equipment usage.
  • Implemented process improvements, reducing waste and increasing efficiency in production workflows.
  • Monitored paint application processes, maintaining consistency across various automotive models.

Education

Master of Science - Management

Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA

Skills

  • Project oversight
  • Proactive mindset
  • Strategic planning

Affiliations

Kappa Alpha PSI Fraternity INC

Timeline

Program Coordinator

Ford Motor Company
12.2014 - Current

Technical Support Representative

PPG
07.2000 - 12.2014

Paint Supervisor

Textron Automotive
04.1995 - 07.2000

Master of Science - Management

Georgia Southwestern State University

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Georgia Southwestern State University
Eric Taylor