I have spent the past 8 years in the automotive manufacturing industry. My objective is to do the absolute best I can at everytask that I'm assigned to do. As well as, showing up every day, effectively communicating with managers, coaching team members and doing everything I can to help the company succeed.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Product Quality Supervisor
Starplus Energy - Samsung/Stellantis JV
Kokomo, IN
11.2023 - Current
Starplus Energy is a joint venture between Stellantis Automotive and Samsung SDI, which creates EV batteries for Jeep, Dodge, Ram, etc.
Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for employees to improve overall product quality of the battery module.
Collaborated with different departments (SQA, CS, etc.) to identify opportunities for process improvements.
Increased candidate engagement by conducting thorough and personable interviews.
Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced procurement time. I was tasked with handling all purchase orders, goods received and shipping arrival within the battery module quality department.
Created and performed weekly presentations for new hire orientations.
I was tasked with creating and implementing new SOP’s for the battery module PQC & OQC labs.
Inspected my teams progress throughout the initial launch and applied coaching techniques to improve their performance.
Collaborated with department heads to determine staffing needs and develop targeted recruitment strategies accordingly.
Quality Control Supervisor
Chegar Rack Manufacturing
Windfall, IN
09.2021 - Current
Chegar Rack Manufacturing builds and fabricates metal racks for plating companies
I was required to use AutoCAD, SolidWorks & Sigma Nest to draw and print rack designs, as well as cutting certain products out with a Mazak CNC Laser Machine and print rack prototypes with our company 3-D Printer.
I trained workers in different departments in improved procedures designed to enhance quality and eliminate errors.
I deliver product to customers (OH, MI and KY), if we are short on drivers.
I established and tracked quality department goals and objectives.
I monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
I was required to conduct interviews and hire employee's.
Implemented a 12-Point quality check-list system to identify and prevent future defects on the plating racks.
Die Cast Operator/ Quality Inspector
Chrysler Casting Plant
Kokomo, IN
06.2017 - 09.2021
My job duties included operating a Die Cast Machine, following WCM (world class manufacturing) rules, training new or inexperienced operators, operating & "touching-up" ABB and Fanuc robots and also, making sure we hit our rate every shift
I was also required to troubleshoot machines and robots
If a robot were to get knocked out of position, my job was to update the program back to the original position while using the "touch pendant" (controller for ABB and Fanuc robots)
I was also required to change shot-tips and use torches and air hammers to loosen the "stuck piece" (aluminum) from the die, as well as following all safety lock-out procedures.
Manufacturing Associate
NHK Seating of America Inc
Frankfort, IN
10.2016 - 06.2017
NHK specializes in building seats for Subaru
There are 15 jobs on my line ( B-Line Rear Seat) and I am qualified to do 8 of them
My main jobs are, hog ringing the trim to the foam on the bottom rear seat cushions and installing the seat belt guides, hinge covers and lock button covers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tri-Central High School
Kokomo, Sharpsville, IN
05.2015
Skills
PPAP
Customer Interaction
Hardware and Software Installation
3D Rendering
CAD Software Proficiency
Production Work
Lockout and Tagout Processes
Safety Protocols
High Pressure Die-Casting
Visual Inspection
Quality Control
Maintaining Clean Work Area
Fabrication Inspection
Interviewing and Prescreening
Malfunction Troubleshooting
Lean Six Sigma
ISO 9001:2015
IATF 16949:2016
Corrective Actions
Root Cause Analysis
5S
Certification
Purdue University - Leadership Development Training