Kerwin H Waugh
Urbana,OH
Summary
Self-motivated team player with expertise in process engineering and continuous improvement. Enhanced operational efficiency by implementing targeted training initiatives and resolving quality issues, fostering collaboration across departments.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
PROCESS PLANNER
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORP
10.2014 - Current
- Served as process engineer at advanced assembly plant, contributing expertise across multiple departments.
- Coordinated parts and labor movements to align with production schedule changes, ensuring efficient workflow.
- Submitted tooling and fixture requests for torque and process changes.
- Created and maintained Work Instructions using Win Sequence
- Provided installation drawings for operators due to new and revised parts
- Supported axle, frame, chassis I, chassis II, chassis III, cab, paint assembly plant, and engine by routing new and revised parts based on engineering releases across all departments.
QUALITY CONTROL INVESTIGATOR
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORP
10.2012 - 03.2014
- Implemented 3 Level Deep containment strategy for defects to enhance quality assurance processes.
- Collaborated with production supervisors and engineers to address and resolve quality issues, ensuring product integrity.
- Created Quality Alert visual aids for operators to prevent defect recurrence.
- Identified root causes of medium and heavy-duty truck production defects to facilitate effective resolutions.
MATERIAL ANALYST/INVENTORY AUDIT
ODW(OHIO DELIVERY WAREHOUSE)
08.2009 - 10.2012
- Supervised materials for cab, chassis II and III, and engine production lines, ensuring timely availability and flow of components.
- Verified inventory accuracy through daily cycle counts of major and minor components.
- Reconciled shortage count sheets, ensuring accurate inventory tracking and addressing discrepancies.
- Prepared daily Line Set Condition report, enhancing production visibility for models and build rate.
SLITTER OPERATOR, SET SLITTING WIDTHS AND QUALITY CHECK STEEL TO ALUMINUM.
DIDO METALS
BELLEFONTAINE, OHIO
08.2007 - 08.2009
- Operated slitting machines to cut metal rolls to specified dimensions.
- Adjusted machine settings based on material type and thickness.
- Monitored production processes for quality and safety compliance.
- Sharpened slitter wheel and chopper blades to maintain cutting precision
- Removed scrap bins from workstation for recycling, ensuring efficient waste management
Technician
MOBILE INSTRUMENTS
BELLEFONTAINE, OHIO
04.2005 - 08.2007
- Inspected and repaired colonoscopy scopes based on identified issues to ensure safe and effective use.
- Executed soldering tasks to restore cameras, tubes, and control systems for optimal functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, enhancing overall equipment reliability.
- Disassembled units and rebuilt components for proper function.
Production Associate
HONDA OF AMERICA
EAST LIBERTY, OHIO
10.1990 - 03.2005
- Operated in the welding department for ten years, ensuring high-quality welds and adherence to safety standards.
- Performed MIG welding for three years, contributing to the production of durable components.
- Two years Team Leader experience B-Zone (Side Panels, Wheel Well, Roof, and Roof Assembly)
- One year Team Leader experience in Weld Repair.
- Assisted assembly department for five years, supporting efficient workflow and timely project completion.
- Two years of New Model experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Upper Scioto Valley
McGuffey, Ohio05-1987
Skills
- Process engineering
- MS Office proficiency
- Organizational management
- Process planning
- Lean manufacturing
- Verbal and written communication
- Analytical problem-solving
- Quality assurance
- Workflow optimization
Timeline
PROCESS PLANNER
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORP
10.2014 - Current
QUALITY CONTROL INVESTIGATOR
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORP
10.2012 - 03.2014
MATERIAL ANALYST/INVENTORY AUDIT
ODW(OHIO DELIVERY WAREHOUSE)
08.2009 - 10.2012
SLITTER OPERATOR, SET SLITTING WIDTHS AND QUALITY CHECK STEEL TO ALUMINUM.
DIDO METALS
08.2007 - 08.2009
Technician
MOBILE INSTRUMENTS
04.2005 - 08.2007
Production Associate
HONDA OF AMERICA
10.1990 - 03.2005
High School Diploma -
Upper Scioto Valley