Nick Richardson
HUNTSVILLE,OH
Summary
I have worked for Honda since graduation from High school. Been part or the Quality department for 22 years. I take pride in showing up to work everyday willing to do whatever it takes to make sure Honda and the product they build meets quality standards. I show up on time and work overtime as needed all while having perfect attendance and not taking a day off for being sick or FMLA the whole time I have been at Honda. I have lead almost all the repair projects Honda Transmission has had thru out North america for the last several years at times leading up to 30 plus people. I have experience in almost all programs related to quality that Honda uses. I have many skills that would be a benefit to many areas through out any organization
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Supplier Quality Assurance Group Leader
HDMA
04.2022 - Current
- Group leader for supplier assurance associates.
- Confirm the suppliers are meeting the stds put in place by Honda.
- Support audits as needed
- Confirm items are completed in NARS, CoreMQ and cpcs.
- Confirm IPPAAR activity.
- Schedule visits as needed.
- Travel as needed to suppliers
Supplier Quality Assurance Group Leader
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
04.2021 - 04.2022
- CSA group leader for all frame plant returns
- Lead over all repair projects
- Group leader over parts measurement technicians.
- Support in line calls related to supplier parts issues
- Measured parts using the equipment in the parts quality lab.
- Set daily direction for associates.
Customer Service Representative Group Leader
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
07.2019 - 04.2021
- Lead group leader for CSA frame plant returns. Set direction for analysis. CM follow up.
- Lead repair projects at HTM and all North America honda locations.
- Daily QMC lead for transmission quality
- Monthly lead for quality division meetings.
- Supported SQP as needed
- Lead for e-time
- Lead for budget items in TQ
- Assist in completion of BOP items monthly
Quality Assurance Lead for HTM
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Lead rep for HTM QAV activity.
- Any new equipment or projects were confirmed by myself within the quality department.
- New model confirmation QAV completed on all new projects
- QMS rep for the quality department.
- External auditor class was completed.
Test Engineer Coordinator for Transmission Quality
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Created comprehensive test plans, test scripts, and use cases to support testing objectives.
- Tracked test reports and failures determined by root cause data trends.
- Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
- Developed and maintained test and evaluation strategies for testing to show operational readiness and suitability with planned project decision points.
- Coordinator over SNT function dyno
- Coordinator over NV noise and vibration dyno.
- Set and maintained test schedule to for both dynos in the quality department.
- Worked with PED and MQ as needed for test completions
- Confirmed schedules for NM, maintenance as needed
- Trained in Japan for 4 weeks for a new piece of equipment that was brought in for function testing.
Engineering Coordinator Transmission Quality
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Lead for all units returned to HTM defective. Set direction for analysis.
- Completed QAV activity
- Set direction for analysis and repair of Transmission pulleys that were received no good from AEP
- Lead for repairs at HTM and all North America Honda Locations
Analysis Group Leader. Customer Plant Group Leader
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
02.2011 - 07.2014
- Analysis group leader over all units that were returned from frame plants. Set direction and flow on what needed to be done.
- Issued out trouble reports to departments. And followed up with CM.
- Lead on any repair projects at HTM and any Honda location in North america including Mexico and Canada
New Model Project Lead for Transmission Quality
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
01.2006 - 02.2011
- Spearheaded new model development projects, resulting in successful product launches and increased market share.
- Developed detailed project plans, outlining scope, resources, timelines, and milestones to guide team execution.
- QMS rep for Department
- Record Retention rep for department
- Lead Rep for Transmission department for new model. Made sure the dyno was ready for any new products. Confirmed fixtures and test program was correct. Trained analysis associates to make sure they were able to tear down new products.
- Was leader for plant wide reflections meeting after new model event runs. Worked to make sure all items were followed up on in a timely manner.
- Completed all Honda New model training as required
- Used several items to keep projects on schedule. Aoo, QMP, event tracking schedules. Score card, PPM.
- Window associate to frame plant for concerns.
Dyno Operator and Analysis Tech
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
12.2003 - 12.2005
- Ran SNT function dyno and performed analysis on NG transmissions
- Supported engineering staff with maintenance items
- Lead repair projects at all North America Honda locations
- B-shift TL for 1 year during this time.
Remanufacturing Transmission Support
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
03.2003 - 12.2003
- Enhanced transmission performance by identifying and resolving complex mechanical issues.
- Rebuilt transmissions for optimal functionality, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Improved overall vehicle performance with meticulous attention to detail during transmission rebuilds.
- Conducted thorough diagnostics tests, accurately identifying transmission issues and necessary repairs.
- Worked at one of our remanufacturing facilities by company request for 10 months.
- Supported in the final judgement of the product before it left that location.
- Supported with training the dyno and analysis associates to improve there quality and outflow.
- Worked all 3 shifts during this time to support the over all goal.
Transmission Quality Dyno Operator and Analysis.
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
09.2001 - 03.2003
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
- Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
- Analyzed and measured final products with precision tools to confirm compliance to specifications and standards.
- Ran SNT function dyno to confirm Mass pro missions were in spec. Also tested frame and market returns to find defects for both noise and function.
- Did analysis on missions that came back from the frame plant as suspect NG units. Tore units down to find root cause of failure for noise or function.
- Performed removal and install of transmissions into CBU both at HTM and at frame plants
- Support with teardown projects at all Honda locations
- Supported with overall quality decisions for the final product at HTM
Assembly Line Worker Main Valve Body Line Start up
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
06.1999 - 09.2001
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately, and with zero errors.
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
- Troubleshot assembly line to repair malfunctions and avoid disruptions.
- Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
Assembly Line Worker
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
01.1998 - 06.1999
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately, and with zero errors.
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
Assembly Line Production Worker
Adecco. Honda Transmission Manufacturing
03.1997 - 12.1997
- Enhanced production efficiency by assembling products quickly and accurately on the assembly line.
- Reduced errors in assembled products by maintaining a keen attention to detail and following instructions closely.
- Contributed to overall team success by meeting daily production targets consistently.
- Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring optimal productivity and safety for all workers.
Assembly Line Worker
Adecco. Honda Motorcycle Plant.
06.1996 - 03.1997
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately, and with zero errors.
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ridgemont High School
Mount Victory, OH05.1996
Skills
I have experience equipment and how to maintain it Experience with tools, including removal or transmissions, rear diff and transfers in CBU
QAV and auditor classes have been taken
Activity committee at HTM for 19 years
Plant wide meeting experience including QMC, SQP, BOP, Budget meetings
Understand many systems including deviations, gpcs, cpcs, ipp, ippaar, score card, capdo, coremq
Etime approver currently for over 30 associates
Awards approver for department
Supported with tech fest and NH circle activity
How to make dyno programs
Approve design changes
PO approver Approver for sorts with other companies
Review HES drawings
5p training
5S facilitator for the plant
Understand how to make decision analysis
Training contact for department
Timeline
Supplier Quality Assurance Group Leader
HDMA
04.2022 - Current
Supplier Quality Assurance Group Leader
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
04.2021 - 04.2022
Customer Service Representative Group Leader
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
07.2019 - 04.2021
Quality Assurance Lead for HTM
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
07.2018 - 07.2019
Test Engineer Coordinator for Transmission Quality
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
07.2016 - 07.2018
Engineering Coordinator Transmission Quality
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
06.2014 - 06.2016
Analysis Group Leader. Customer Plant Group Leader
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
02.2011 - 07.2014
New Model Project Lead for Transmission Quality
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
01.2006 - 02.2011
Dyno Operator and Analysis Tech
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
12.2003 - 12.2005
Remanufacturing Transmission Support
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
03.2003 - 12.2003
Transmission Quality Dyno Operator and Analysis.
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
09.2001 - 03.2003
Assembly Line Worker Main Valve Body Line Start up
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
06.1999 - 09.2001
Assembly Line Worker
Honda Transmission Manufacturing
01.1998 - 06.1999
Assembly Line Production Worker
Adecco. Honda Transmission Manufacturing
03.1997 - 12.1997
Assembly Line Worker
Adecco. Honda Motorcycle Plant.
06.1996 - 03.1997
High School Diploma -
Ridgemont High School
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