Ken Bair
La Porte,IN
Summary
Accomplished Director at Hammond Group, INC., with a proven track record in leading quality and continuous improvement initiatives. Expert in process improvement, quality management systems, and enhancing customer experience. Skilled in Six Sigma and project management, significantly boosting performance metrics and operational efficiency.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Continuous Improvement
Hammond Group, INC.
08.2023 - Current
- Improved QA operational efficiencies through statistically-based sampling plans
- Implemented cost saving initiatives for service contracts
- Problem-solved production issues for various product lines
Director of Quality Management
Hammond Group, INC.
06.2009 - 08.2023
- Oversaw quality assurance processes from the inspection of incoming raw materials to the final assessment of outgoing finished products
- Led the successful implementation of IATF 16949 standards
- Developed and maintained departmental budgets.
- Supervised a $1 million renovation project for laboratory and office spaces
- Delivered technical support services to multinational corporations with revenues exceeding $1 billion
- Conducted second party and internal audits
Chemist
Hammond Group, INC.
09.1986 - 06.2009
- Developed and trained analytical methods
- Analyzed samples for process adjustments
- Investigated and solved production issues
- Conducted statistical analysis on products and processes
- Supported customers
- Managed laboratory safety and personnel
Education
Lean 6 Sigma Green Belt -
Purdue University Northwest
Hammond, IN2015
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - Software Development
Purdue University Northwest
Hammond, IN2008
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Purdue University Northwest
Hammond, IN1987
Skills
- Process Improvement
- Development of Performance Metrics
- Customer Satisfaction Improvement
- Six Sigma Methodology
- Skilled Project Coordination
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- ISO/IATF Standards
- Internal Auditing
- Supplier Quality Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Proficient in AIAG Core Tools
- SPC/Statistics
Timeline
Director of Continuous Improvement
Hammond Group, INC.
08.2023 - Current
Director of Quality Management
Hammond Group, INC.
06.2009 - 08.2023
Chemist
Hammond Group, INC.
09.1986 - 06.2009
Lean 6 Sigma Green Belt -
Purdue University Northwest
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - Software Development
Purdue University Northwest
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Purdue University Northwest
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