JOSEPH HAMES
Ellsworth
Summary
Industrial Engineer with a comprehensive background in process validation, time studies, and quality control. Proven track record in implementing continuous improvement strategies that enhance productivity and operational efficiency, while fostering teamwork across diverse departments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Engineer
General Motors Assembly
Lansing
07.2020 - 06.2026
- Spearheaded initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, contributing to annual reductions in headcount.
- Applied traditional IE skills in validations, time studies, continuous improvement, line balancing, APS, STDS, and ergonomics.
- Managed trim department operations to optimize workflow and productivity.
- Taught APS classes for team leaders.
Supplier Quality Engineer
General Motors Assembly
Lansing
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Assessed suspect defective parts and collaborated with suppliers to resolve quality concerns.
- Evaluated build issues on off-shifts and coordinated with responsible personnel to implement corrective actions.
- Participated in daily 5F problem-solving meetings to identify root causes and propose solutions.
Quality Engineer
General Motors Assembly
Lordstown
07.2018 - 02.2019
- Applied quality engineering expertise in exterior group to resolve build issues, enhancing product quality.
- Collaborated with suppliers to address parts and build issues, implementing engineering changes for improved reliability.
- Employed Red X problem solving to identify root causes of build issues and track effectiveness of corrective actions.
Supplier Quality Engineer
General Motors Assembly
Lordstown
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Evaluated suspect defective parts, executed actions via contact and PR/R system, and collaborated with suppliers on root cause and corrective actions while leading teams on in-house sorting and reworking of discrepant parts.
- Monitored and audited secondary company managing outsourced sorting and reworking processes to ensure compliance and quality standards.
- Conducted daily scrap review meetings and monthly scrap table audits and tracked data appropriately.
- Initiated cost-saving projects with vendors and suppliers, focusing on enhancing supply chain efficiency.
Dimensional Engineer
General Motors Assembly
Lordstown
01.2004 - 12.2016
- Monitored Perceptron and CMM data for Underbody and Body-In-White builds, including sub-assemblies, to ensure quality standards.
- Monitored body fits at the body shop level, throughout assembly level, and on finished vehicles.
- Adjusted shims based on assembly data to ensure proper fit and alignment. associated with the data/build and evaluated.
- Monitored tooling for damage and wear, assessing impact on build issues to maintain production integrity.
- Audited standardized work of hourly workers across areas affecting fits to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
Welder Maintenance Supervisor
General Motors Assembly
Lordstown
01.2000 - 12.2003
- Supervised skilled trades in body shop, including electricians, millwrights, plumbers, panel checkers, tool & die makers, while collaborating with welder maintenance engineers to ensure operational efficiency.
- Responded to breakdowns by prioritizing work and expediting parts and repair materials to minimize downtime.
- Performed preventative maintenance through Maximo system to enhance equipment reliability.
Quality/Reliability Engineer
General Motors Fabricating
Lordstown
09.1993 - 01.2000
- Performed quality assurance in stamping and metal assembly roles to ensure product compliance.
- Collaborated with panel checkers and inspectors to implement quality techniques and maintain standards.
- Conducted reliability assessments on manufacturing processes and equipment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product durability and safety.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for machinery and tools.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OHSkills
- Time studies
- Continuous improvement
- Line balancing
- 5S methodology
- Process validation
- Quality control
Timeline
Industrial Engineer
General Motors Assembly
07.2020 - 06.2026
Supplier Quality Engineer
General Motors Assembly
02.2019 - 07.2020
Quality Engineer
General Motors Assembly
07.2018 - 02.2019
Supplier Quality Engineer
General Motors Assembly
01.2017 - 06.2018
Dimensional Engineer
General Motors Assembly
01.2004 - 12.2016
Welder Maintenance Supervisor
General Motors Assembly
01.2000 - 12.2003
Quality/Reliability Engineer
General Motors Fabricating
09.1993 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Youngstown State University