John Ford
Crown Point,IN
Summary
Seasoned Engineering Manager adept at seamlessly integrating project technical aspects and making information relatable to non-technical personnel. Experienced leader and program manager with 30-year history in field. Clear communicator, decision maker and problem solver. Technical-minded Plant Engineer proficient at discerning and eliminating costly performance bottlenecks. Constantly analyzes operational weaknesses and designs enhanced best practices. Guaranteed to positively influence all aspects of plant operations. Adaptable Plant Engineer eager to take responsibility for smooth and reliable throughput of managed positions. Dedicated to creating cohesive teams of impactful plant employees. Humanistic manager talented at deriving exceptional performance while maintaining staff morale.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Engineering Manager
Ford Motor Company
04.1994 - Current
- Improved plant efficiency by implementing advanced engineering solutions and optimizing production processes.
- Developed cost-saving strategies for plant operations, resulting in significant budget reductions.
- Ensured timely maintenance of plant equipment, minimizing downtime and maintaining high productivity levels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish and implement best practices in plant management.
- Managed a team of engineers and technicians, providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations.
- Implemented safety protocols within the facility, reducing workplace accidents and promoting a culture of safety awareness.
- Conducted root cause analysis on system failures, leading to corrective actions that improved overall reliability.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives within the plant environment, driving operational excellence across all functions.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement, making recommendations to senior management based on findings.
- Served as point of contact during plant emergencies, overseeing disaster recovery and expediting restoration efforts.
- Managed budgets for capital projects within the facility, ensuring effective allocation of resources throughout project lifecycles.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, ILSkills
- Resource Allocation
- Performance Metrics
- Plant Design Expertise
- Team Leadership
- Root Cause Analysis
- Preventive Maintenance
- Continuous Improvement
- Operational Excellence
- Quality Assurance
- Production Scheduling
- Maintenance Management
- Electrical Troubleshooting
Additional Information
30 years of Stamping experience at a Ford Motor Company with Maintenance and Production skills. Strong knowledge of stamping dies and presses that include three Schuler's Presses. I oversee the maintenance and repair for 37 presses and 48 robots in total with a salary team of ten people and 70 UAW skilled trades on three shifts.
Timeline
Plant Engineering Manager
Ford Motor Company
04.1994 - Current
Associate of Applied Science -
Prairie State College
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