James Bo McNeill
Mount Olive,NC
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer
GAF METAL WORKS
Burgaw, USA
10.2023 - Current
- Led project engineering for Facilities and Manufacturing, supporting kaizen and continuous improvement in production areas.
- Directed Single-Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) initiatives to enhance process efficiency and reduce changeover time.
- Authored Capital Authorization requests for facility and process upgrades, including quality and safety improvements.
- Oversaw process improvement and cost reduction projects, focusing on quality management and productivity enhancements.
- Updated rail guards and managed machinery updates to support safe and compliant operations.
- Revised AutoCAD layout proposals to optimize plant operations and support inspection workflows.
- Managed capital projects including building expansion and HVAC improvements, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Directed building maintenance, emphasizing adherence to safety and quality protocols.
Math Teacher
JAMES KENAN HIGH SCHOOL
Kenansville, USA
07.2018 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented curriculum and lesson plans for Math 4 and Pre-calculus.
- Advised, tested, and taught students in various academic subjects.
- Played a significant role in improving state math scores.
- Wrote consistent lesson plans and drove instructional improvements.
- Served as Assistant Football Coach and provided after-school tutoring.
Senior Process Engineer
LEAR CORPORATION
Kenansville, USA
11.2015 - 07.2018
- Initiated Kaizen events to enhance Standard Work and implement SMED initiatives for process improvement.
- Submitted funding requests for new equipment to support quality and production enhancements.
- Wrote Engineering Change Requests to update Bills of Materials (BOMs) and ensure product compliance.
- Developed clear and consistent work instructions to formalize inspection and quality processes.
- Led Kaizen projects that reduced off-quality and improved nonconformance management.
- Served as certified internal AIAG auditor, conducting internal audits and supporting corrective actions.
- Led capital projects focused on machinery upgrades, safety, and quality management system improvements.
Value Stream Manufacturing Engineer
APEX TOOL GROUP, LLC
Jonesboro, USA
09.2012 - 11.2015
- Led engineering for Aluminum and Assembly Value Streams, driving Standard Work Kaizens and SMEDs for process consistency.
- Wrote and implemented Capital Authorization requests for new assembly equipment and quality improvements.
- Developed procedures for kitting parts at assembly to reduce missing or incorrect parts and improve inspection accuracy.
- Led Energy Kaizen projects, reducing waste and supporting continuous improvement in quality.
- Achieved cost reduction savings through process improvements and nonconformance management.
Manufacturing Engineer
NORDYNE INC.
Dyersburg, USA
01.2005 - 09.2012
- Provided direct process support to Coil Fabrication, Sheet Metal, and Accessories Department, focusing on quality and compliance.
- Initiated the Scrap Reduction Team in Coil fab and led process improvement projects to reduce nonconformance.
- Wrote MCOs to update operational method sheets and managed capital authorization requests for quality upgrades.
- Developed Kanban procedures for machine oils, autobrazer flux, and tooling parts to support inspection and quality control.
- Led continuous improvement projects and developed cell layouts to enhance product flow and quality.
- Reduced lead costs through targeted quality and process initiatives.
Continuous Galvanizing Line Entry Engineer
NUCOR CORPORATION
Blytheville, USA
01.2002 - 12.2005
- Maintained smooth operations of the galvanizing line and communicated quality issues to management.
- Managed equipment maintenance and chemical concentration in the cleaner section to ensure product compliance.
- Led quality assurance initiatives that enhanced customer satisfaction and reduced nonconformance.
- Achieved a reduction in welding wheel grinding time and increased productivity through process improvements.
- Participated in ISO 9001 compliance initiatives and supported internal audits.
Equipment Engineer
01.1999 - 12.2002
- Oversaw daily equipment operations and communicated with lead operators and vendors to ensure quality standards.
- Developed work orders and addressed issues with Pot, Mill Furnace, and Air Knife to maintain process compliance.
- Implemented cost control measures to reduce operating expenses while supporting quality objectives.
- Increased life expectancy of tension levelers through root cause analysis and bearing replacements.
- Recommended process improvements for the chromate system to boost uptime and product quality.
Timeline
Project Engineer
GAF METAL WORKS
10.2023 - Current
Math Teacher
JAMES KENAN HIGH SCHOOL
07.2018 - 10.2023
Senior Process Engineer
LEAR CORPORATION
11.2015 - 07.2018
Value Stream Manufacturing Engineer
APEX TOOL GROUP, LLC
09.2012 - 11.2015
Manufacturing Engineer
NORDYNE INC.
01.2005 - 09.2012
Continuous Galvanizing Line Entry Engineer
NUCOR CORPORATION
01.2002 - 12.2005
Equipment Engineer
01.1999 - 12.2002