Kevin Kephart
Summary
Proven innovator and problem-solver at Superabrasives, adept in manufacturing processes and critical thinking. Excelled in enhancing health & safety standards, achieving WCM green belt, and leading process improvements compliant with ISO standards. Skilled in coaching and developing cutting-edge production techniques, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and a results-driven approach.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Resin Technician
Superabrasives
01.2013 - Current
- Achieved WCM green belt in Health & Safety pillar.
- Contributed to the WCM reliability pillar by executing process improvements.
- Conducted audits ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards.
- Conducted audits in compliance with ISO/TS 16949/2009.
- Advanced problem-solving and root-cause analysis training.
- Statistical methods (stage-gate) training.
- Developed new pressing cycles for producing 4-inch-thick resin rings for alt core.
- Coach operators on process establishment and work instructions.
- Created innovative pressing and stripping protocols for Bonded hot press initiative.
- Developed innovative cement fixture solutions tailored to large resin wheel assemblies.
- Designed comprehensive OPLs to support troubleshooting efforts and enhance process consistency.
- Introduced and standardized form FM6030 across all disposition benches in SA for streamlined operations.
Production Control Specialist
Superabrasives
01.2017 - 01.2024
- Completed 15-hour Crucial Conversations course.
- Completed 6-hour Crucial Accountability Training.
- Conducted audits ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards.
- Vast knowledge of SAP transactions, including stock movements.
- Released shop orders on a daily basis to ensure smooth operations.
- Managed rejections and swiftly created replacement orders.
- Developed internal test checks and MROs, ensuring accurate tracking processes.
- Managed and addressed daily expedite requirements consistently.
- Reviewed and provided updated ship dates for delayed orders daily.
- Developed and managed spreadsheets for monitoring production control and pack ship KPIs.
- Developed and executed a prioritized list for expedited and late orders.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and product management to assess priority levels.
- Coached new employees in the pack and ship area, created work instructions for the area, and uploaded them to our document system.
- Developed visual standards for enhanced organization within P&S area under a 5S initiative.
- Transformed purchase requisitions into purchase orders.
- Adjusted schedules as needed based on changes in customer demands or supplier delays.
Large Bay Molder
Superabrasives
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Transitioned to the forefront of large bay molding operations by moving down from old SA.
- Collaborated with contractors for bay installation.
- Demonstrated self-sufficiency in production amid resource constraints.
Group Leader
Superabrasives
01.2001 - 01.2009
- Supervisor Institute Training 2001 (2-week course at UNH).
- Small bay molder / large bay molder.
- Monitored team performance to ensure adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
Lead Molder
Superabrasives
01.2000 - 01.2001
Small Bay Molder
Superabrasives
01.1998 - 01.2000
Molder
Superabrasives
06.1995 - 01.1998
Education
High School Diploma -
Worcester Vocational High School
Certificate - Architectural Drafting
Hall Institute
Pawtucket, RISome College (No Degree) - Architecture
Wentworth Institute of Technology
Boston, MASkills
- Problem-solving
- Manufacturing processes
- System troubleshooting
- Blueprint reading
- Issue analysis
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Innovation skills
- Attention to detail
- SOP enforcement
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Production Control Specialist
Superabrasives
01.2017 - 01.2024
Manufacturing Resin Technician
Superabrasives
01.2013 - Current
Large Bay Molder
Superabrasives
01.2009 - 01.2013
Group Leader
Superabrasives
01.2001 - 01.2009
Lead Molder
Superabrasives
01.2000 - 01.2001
Small Bay Molder
Superabrasives
01.1998 - 01.2000
Molder
Superabrasives
06.1995 - 01.1998
High School Diploma -
Worcester Vocational High School
Certificate - Architectural Drafting
Hall Institute
Some College (No Degree) - Architecture
Wentworth Institute of Technology
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