Kelly Stine

During this time I have held multiple jobs here at Guilford by Lear - Supplier Quality Engineer for Mill, Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt for Continuous Improvement Department for site, Section Lead in Mill, Operator in Mill and Finishing Plant, Mechanic in Mill, Dye and Chemical Inventory Control and Ordering in Finishing, Quality Tech and Quality Engineer for Mill and Finishing, TS 16949 auditor, QS auditor, ISO 9000 auditor

• Evaluated supplier performance against quality benchmarks, fostering partnerships for enhanced material sourcing.
• Facilitated training sessions on various topics including statistical process control techniques, lean principles, or problem-solving methodologies for enhancing employee competencies within the organization.
• Mentored junior engineers on best practices in quality engineering, fostering a culture of excellence within the team.
• Led Six Sigma projects resulting in cost savings through improved process capabilities and waste reduction strategies.
• Influenced supplier selection criteria by evaluating their capability to meet desired specifications consistently over time.
• Championed process improvements initiatives, leading to reduced cycle times and increased production yields.
• Implemented effective corrective action plans based on thorough data analysis and investigation findings.
• Conducted regular audits of suppliers and vendors to maintain high-quality supply chain management.
• Created detailed reports analyzing trends in product performance, identifying areas for enhancement or improvement.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction with thorough root cause analysis and timely resolution of complaints.
• Provided technical support in resolving complex quality issues by conducting thorough investigations and presenting data-driven recommendations.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize design, manufacturing, and validation processes.
• Implemented new strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiency of engineering team.
• Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
• Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
• Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Performed complex calculations to analyze and optimize engineering processes.
• Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify quality issues and drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Conducted root cause analysis of defects, implementing corrective actions to minimize rework and waste.
• Mentored junior engineers in quality control methodologies and best practices.

• Planning and scheduling of my department
• Tracking and reporting metrics
• Trouble shoot and investigate quality issues
• Meet delivery goals for customer orders
• Track and order raw materials needed for my department
• Promote safety and team work
• Handle employee issues and disciplinary actions
• Keep workplace organized using 5S initiatives
• Six Sigma projects.

See details above for same employer - I took a two-year leave and returned to previous job.