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FRED S. BRADBURY
Mission,TX
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Summary
Results-oriented Senior Quality Manager experienced in quality assurance, process optimization, and compliance management. Achieved significant improvements in product quality and operational efficiency through effective leadership and strategic planning. Focused on fostering team collaboration and continuous improvement to enhance customer satisfaction and drive organizational success.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. QHSE Manager
Varel Energy systems
Matamoras, TX
07.2022 - 07.2026
- Developed and implemented safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Managed environmental assessments to minimize operational impact on ecosystems.
- Led training sessions for staff on quality control and safety procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance workplace safety culture.
- Reviewed incident reports and implemented corrective actions effectively.
- Maintained documentation for regulatory compliance and audits consistently.
- Advised management on health, safety, and environmental policies and practices.
- Worked closely with internal stakeholders across multiple departments to ensure consistent implementation of HSE objectives throughout the organization.
- Investigated incidents of non-compliance with safety rules, identified root causes and recommended corrective actions.
- Conducted training sessions on various aspects of health, safety and environmental awareness for staff members.
- Managed emergency response teams during drills or actual emergencies involving hazardous materials releases or other dangerous situations.
- Provided guidance on hazardous materials management, waste disposal protocols, emergency response plans and occupational health issues.
- Analyzed data collected from monitoring devices such as air quality monitors or noise meters to identify potential sources of contamination or exposure risks.
- Organized regular safety meetings to review existing procedures and discuss new initiatives.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive health, safety and environmental policies and procedures.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential hazards and establish effective control measures.
- Ensured the availability of appropriate personal protective equipment for all personnel working in hazardous environments.
- Provided technical advice on various HSE matters including design reviews for new facilities and equipment installations.
- Monitored compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
- Monitored workplace activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards.
- Performed periodic audits of organizational operations to evaluate effectiveness of health, safety and environmental programs.
- Inspected work areas to identify any unsafe conditions or practices.
- Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
- Led teams of risk management and operational personnel in development of hazard analyses and risk assessments.
- Analyzed incident data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses and accidents.
Staff Quality Manager
Heartland Automotive
Lafayette, IN
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Led 34 direct reports, including 5 salaried and 29 hourly associates, as HALF Supplier and Plant Quality manager.
- Accountable for Plant and Supplier Quality Metrics.
- Oversaw daily management of safety, quality, delivery, and cost initiatives.
- Implemented a plan to reduce ppm metrics.
- Developed Supplier Quality metrics and improvement plans to enhance supplier performance.
- Maintain IATF audit and certification.
- Engaged with customers to nurture and strengthen relationships..
- Identify Quality Team skill set requirements and acquire.
Staff Level Manufacturing Engineer and Quality Manager
REXNORD LINK BELT
Clinton, TN
01.2004 - 01.2018
- Managed 40 direct reports, 10 salaried and 30 hourly associates as warehouse manager and as the Quality Leader for McAllen Texas and Monterrey Mexico sites.
- Managed safety, quality, delivery, and cost initiatives daily to ensure operational excellence.
- Developed supplier relationships and conducted customer visits to facilitate outsourcing during relocation transition.
- Trained associates in Rexnord Business Systems (Lean) Management Engineer including Six Sigma.
- Provided technical support for Greenfield startup for Mexico operations $40 million sales.
- Oversaw $80 million Brownfield startup for relocation to Texas, ensuring seamless integration and operational readiness.
- Provided technical support for Greenfield start up for Mexico operations $40 million sales.
- Oversaw the Brownfield start up for relocation of $80 million sales to Texas Location.
- Developed suppliers for outsourcing and conducted extensive customer visits during relocation transition.
Front End Process Manager and Six Sigma Black belt
THOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
Marion, IN
01.1998 - 01.2004
- Led six salaried and 40 bargaining unit process attendants, providing management support for front end operations.
- Managed Six Sigma Black belt projects and mentored Green Belts.
- Completed 14 Six Sigma Black Belt Projects, 3 of which were at the Mexicali Mexico facility resulting in 3.2 million in savings annually.
- Participated in a joint venture with a major competitor to establish best practices and combine resources resulting in a cost savings move for both companies of 200k annually.
- Improved Front End Operations First Pass Yield from 95% to 99% and a scrap rate of
- Reduced labor cost by 75% for front end operations.
- Effectively managed new product Introduction of 4 new product types in 4 years.
- Streamlined processes to achieve a 75% reduction in labor costs.
- Managed implementation of new photo mask design for Tru-Flat CRT screens, achieving 80% weight reduction and 92% reduction in frozen cost.
Supervisor and Engineering Support
British Tire and Rubber (Automotive)
Logansport, IN
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Supervised three salaried shift supervisors and 60 hourly associates across two unions to ensure operational efficiency.
- Managed off shift shipping and receiving operations to maintain workflow continuity.
- Provided engineering support for off shift welding, ecoat paint line, and assembly operations to optimize performance.
- Increased machine uptime by 35% using TPM tools.
- Reduced changeover time for weld cells from 20 minutes to >5 min.
- Improved scheduling and manufacturing tracking tool to facilitate customer demand fluctuations resulting in OTD increase from 79% to 93% daily.
- Improved e-coat paint line process defects resulting in less than 10 ppm defect rate.
Skills
- Project and Resource Management
- Quality Management
- Process improvement
- Manufacturing Processes
- Rapid Product Introduction
- Manufacturing Techniques
- Lean Manufacturing
- Fabrication Techniques
- Supplier Development
- Molding Techniques
- New Plant Start-up
- Six Sigma Black Belt
- Quality management system
- Supplier quality
- Safety compliance
- Process improvement
- Six Sigma methodologies
- Regulatory compliance
- Customer management
- Environmental assessments
- Risk assessment
- Data analysis
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Strategic planning
- Product inspection
- Supplier quality
- Validation protocols
- Customer complaint handling
- Internal auditing
- Test method validation
- Preventive actions
- Quality systems
- CAPA investigations
- Metrics development
- Process validation
- Assurance techniques
- GMP compliance
- Documentation control
- Change management
- ISO 9001 compliance
- Quality auditing
- Quality measurements
- Operation Monitoring
- Quality planning
- Document management
- Design of experiments
- Sampling plans
- Customer feedback
- SOP review
- Failure mode and effects analysis
- First-article inspection
- Performance evaluation
- Compliance monitoring
- Continuous improvement
- Budget preparation
- Analytical mindset
- Preventive actions
- Gage R&R studies
- Total quality management
- External auditing
- Quality processes
- Quality training
- Problem resolution
- Measurement system analysis
- Validation management
- Process capability analysis
- Operational excellence
- Issue resolution
- Document management
- Operational improvements
- External audit support
- Statistical process control
- Certified quality auditor
- Protocol optimization
- Mastery of quality processes
- Validation techniques
- Corrective actions
- Certified manager of quality
- SOP development
- Control plan development
- Supplier management
- Statistical analysis
- Critical thinking
Training And Development
- Six Sigma Black Belt Training GE
- Quality Management Systems (QMS) Lead Auditor
- Lean Manufacturing Facilitator and Mentor
Timeline
Sr. QHSE Manager
Varel Energy systems
07.2022 - 07.2026
Staff Quality Manager
Heartland Automotive
01.2019 - 06.2022
Staff Level Manufacturing Engineer and Quality Manager
REXNORD LINK BELT
01.2004 - 01.2018
Front End Process Manager and Six Sigma Black belt
THOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
01.1998 - 01.2004
Supervisor and Engineering Support
British Tire and Rubber (Automotive)
01.1996 - 01.1998