Howard Hammontree
Piedmont,AL
Summary
Passion drives ambition. Ambition drives motivation. Motivation drives pursuit. Pursuit leads to success. These are the traits that are instilled in every aspect of my life. The passion is always given by the challenge. It is hard when one is consumed with fear of failure and can no longer have passion for the challenge. Failure is brought on by lack of skills and training.
I have years of training with a long list of skills in the manufacturing field. I am showing interest in the position opening at IAC Anniston and would like for the opportunity to assist in our success' moving forward. This however will depend on if my abilities listed below will meet IAC needs at this time. I look forward to discussing further what we can accomplish together.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Engineer
IAC Group
08.2022 - Current
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Coordinated with quality control staff to complete inspections.
- Supported quality team members during corrective action updates.
- Partnered with senior management to analyze issues and find appropriate solutions.
- Led problem-solving activities to quickly identify and permanently resolve quality and productivity issues.
- Facilitated process improvements to successfully decrease errors.
- Reported on non-compliance issues and other negative factors discovered during production.
- Recommended revisions to internal controls and operational and management policies and procedures.
- Executed operational audits and assessed company operations, compliance and other associated risks.
- Escalated concerns about project and process quality, referring discovered issues to engineering manager for correction.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulatory compliance during managed projects.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
- Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
- Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements.
- Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
- Assisted in developing cost-effective solutions to engineering problems.
- Implemented new strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiency of engineering team.
Quality Control Supervisor
Suzuki Manufacturing Of America Corporation
09.2015 - 08.2022
- Manage Quality personnel labor including time and attendance
- Provide guidance and direction to Quality personnel and discipline when necessary
- Audit performance of Quality personnel to ensure they are following company standards and protecting customers from receiving product that is less than standard
- Constantly evaluate that the location and use of Quality personnel are giving the results that are were expected from Operations
- Ensure logistics of Document Control and Quality Improvement Plan were executed
- Provide data and assist in End of Month activities
- Investigate events/ non-conformances encountered during operations, such as manufacturing, testing, or holding of products. Partner with operations; work on the production floor and in a team environment to provide on the spot input and guidance in responding to deviations. Led investigation teams. Made recommendations to department management regarding results of investigations and process improvements, when necessary. Worked with impacted department management to identify appropriate corrective and preventative actions.
- Provided support during internal and external audits and ensure that assigned audit observations are addressed quickly and completely to maintain readiness levels.
- Coordinate Production, staff, and Finished Goods Audits as necessary. Identify and communicate compliance deficiencies to Upper Management, recommend appropriate corrective actions when necessary.
- Assist in developing and implementing required programs and policies.
- Assist with standards implementations and modifications.
- Assist in containment of non-cinformities.
- Assist with Orientation training and retraining.
- Be a resource for Production Management Team for Quality guidelines, specs and tolerances.
- Calibration management of plants equipment and tools used daily in assembling SMAC products.
- Travel to suppliers to address ongoing issues. Initiate startup of new models utilizing PPAP along with engineering standards to ensure effective and efficient launch.
Injection Molding Process Technician Team Lead
Suzuki Manufacturing Of America Corporation
02.2006 - 09.2015
- Led day to day production of department.
- Scheduling of production for upcoming assembly.
- Created orders for materials needed for molding
- Observed and followed lean manufacturing,
- Scheduled and lead monthly mold maintenance.
- Assisted in new product development by working with design department.
- Train and educate new members in Safety, Quality and Process'.
- Utilized engineering tools for root cause analysis and report findings to Upper Management.
- Created robust process' to reduce waste cost.
- Report monthly data of departments activities and material use.
- Create and maintain WI that hold true to Suzuki's Quality Policy while balancing production needs.
Plastic Process Technician
Newell Rubbermaid
03.2002 - 02.2005
- Schedule mold changes on bank of six assigned press per shift.
- Set press process' to minimize scrap and produce parts efficiently throughout production plan.
- Reduce part to part time by utilizing EOA programming and building of EOATs to maximize their performance.
- Report time and production of equipment to leadership.
- Continuous improvement through in-house Paulson Training
- Practice SMED(Single Minute Exchange Die) training to reduce tool changes.
Operation Manager
Bindley Western
03.1995 - 12.1997
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Education
Associate of Science - Buisness
Shorter University
Rome, GA06.2017
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
Maryville, TN05.1991
Skills
- PPAP proficient
- Plastic Processing
- FMEA
- PCS
- Microsoft Office proficient
- Analytical problem solving
- Ability to communicate clearly
- Trained in SMED and Paulson's Plastic Processing
- Tool Maintenance and Polishing
- CAD knowledgeable
- Skilled Leader
- Production Oriented
Timeline
Quality Engineer
IAC Group
08.2022 - Current
Quality Control Supervisor
Suzuki Manufacturing Of America Corporation
09.2015 - 08.2022
Injection Molding Process Technician Team Lead
Suzuki Manufacturing Of America Corporation
02.2006 - 09.2015
Plastic Process Technician
Newell Rubbermaid
03.2002 - 02.2005
Operation Manager
Bindley Western
03.1995 - 12.1997
Associate of Science - Buisness
Shorter University
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
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