PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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JOHN OSBORN

LUCID MOTORS
Casa Grande,AZ
JOHN OSBORN
1
Certification
33
Years of experience

Quality and Operational Excellence Leader experienced in automotive manufacturing and advanced materials. Achieved promotions through effective team leadership, successful quality management, and robust process improvements. Focused on fostering collaboration, optimizing processes, and delivering impactful results.

Work History

Quality/MRB Supervisor (Promoted 3 Times)

5 Years 10 Months
LUCID MOTORS | 01.2021 - Current
  • Led daily review and disposition workflow for quarantined material, coordinating quality decisions and follow-up across manufacturing, supplier engineering, and logistics to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
  • Oversaw daily audits and data cross-checks, supporting accurate SAP transactions and resolving inventory discrepancies to maintain operational integrity.
  • Oversee daily audits, data cross-checks, and management updates; support accurate SAP transactions and resolution of inventory discrepancies.
  • Coach and train team members on MRB processes and help maintain visibility of quality actions through daily reviews and weekly stakeholder Sprint meetings
  • Material Review Board Specialist
  • Operational Excellence Coach
  • Promoted to coach teams in operational excellence methods, supporting Lean practices, 6S implementation, and disciplined follow-through on shop-floor improvements.
  • Associate Operational Excellence Coach
  • Selected for expanded operational excellence responsibilities after serving in material review; supported team adoption of process standards and continuous improvement routines.
  • Trained new team members in MRB processes, troubleshot SAP transactions and inventory discrepancies, and contributed to weekly reviews of the SPEQDC tracker.
  • Resolved inventory discrepancies and contributed to weekly reviews of the SPEQDC tracker.
  • Supported 6S implementation and collaborated with operational excellence stakeholders to enhance visibility and control of material issues, driving process improvement initiatives.

Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician

8 Years 6 Months
HEXCEL CORPORATION | 04.2012 - 10.2020
  • Performed quality testing on honeycomb core manufactured at Casa Grande facility, evaluating compressive strength and durability under varied temperature, cooling, heating, and fire conditions to ensure product reliability.
  • Applied calculations and test methods to verify conformance with customer specifications; documented results and presented findings to daily Material Review Board to facilitate informed decision-making.
  • Conducted weekly and monthly audits, reviewed specifications, and completed daily 6S checks to maintain product quality and uphold a safe, orderly work environment.
  • Performed laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products for specification compliance.
  • Reviewed analytical results and documented findings in laboratory information systems and quality records.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process improvements and implement necessary changes.
  • Implemented root cause analysis techniques for troubleshooting issues that arose during testing procedures, leading to timely resolutions.

Correctional Administrator

18 Years
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS | 01.1994 - 01.2012
  • Advanced through progressive responsible roles, including administrator of a 1,170-bed medium-custody unit and supervisor of up to 220 full-time staff; completed performance evaluations and maintained policy compliance.
  • Assessed operating systems and programs, identified deficiencies, and developed corrective action plans; managed procurement, facility operations, and maintenance coordination to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Supervised 36 staff in Offender Information Unit, coordinating records, releases, arrivals, court returns, warrants, parole board materials, and transportation for smooth operational flow.
  • Managed caseloads, coordinated grievances and classifications, ensured safety compliance, responded to fires, and supervised 15-person work crew to maintain facility security and order.
  • Managed calendars, correspondence, and daily administrative priorities for smooth office operations.
  • Coordinated meetings, prepared agendas, and documented action items for follow-up.
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.

Education

Gemba Academy | 10-2026

Completed 2,600+ hours and 190 credit hours of Lean and Six Sigma education; Six Sigma / Lean certification

Six Sigma Council
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification

High School Diploma

St. Rose High School | Belmar, New Jersey

Jersey City State University, Louisiana State University, Central Arizona College, and Maricopa Community College
106 accredited credit hours in Criminal Justice, Fire Science, and Correctional Management toward bachelor’s degree.

Skills

Receiving quality
Supplier coordination
Production Quality
Nonconforming material handling
Quality audits
Corrective Action Follow-up
ISO 9001:2015
Corrective action
Lean & Six Sigma
6S
Data reporting
Team coaching
Cross-functional Leadership
Cross-functional leadership
Process Improvement
Team Development
Quality Communication
Quality Assurance
Team Engagement

Certification

  • Lucid Emergency Response CPR/First Aid (2022)
  • Lucid Team Lead Certification (2021)
  • National First Responder / CPR / First Aid (2016)
  • FBI Hostage Negotiation School (2009)
  • Staff Instructor Certification; Correctional Managers Academy; Correctional Administration Leadership Academy (2007)
  • Correctional Officer III Academy (2003)
  • Structure Fire Fighter I & II, First Responder, Hazardous Materials, Confined Space Rescue I & II (2002)
  • Correctional Officer Training Academy (1994)

Timeline

Quality/MRB Supervisor (Promoted 3 Times)

LUCID MOTORS
01.2021 - CurrentRead More

Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician

HEXCEL CORPORATION
04.2012 - 10.2020Read More

Correctional Administrator

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
01.1994 - 01.2012Read More

Jersey City State University, Louisiana State University, Central Arizona College, and Maricopa Community College

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St. Rose High School

High School Diploma
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Gemba Academy

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Six Sigma Council

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Personal Information

Title: QUALITY | MRB | OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE LEADER
JOHN OSBORN