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Robert Caudle

Washington,Illinois

Summary

Resourceful professional in manufacturing engineering with a proven track record for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in process optimization, quality control, and lean manufacturing techniques. Excel at problem-solving, teamwork, and communication, ensuring smooth operations and continuous improvement in fast-paced environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Engineer

Caterpillar Inc
East Peoria, IL
02.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with departments including Quality Control, Procurement, Maintenance, and Production Planning to ensure timely delivery of parts and products.
  • Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues during manufacturing processes.
  • Developed and implemented process improvements that increased production efficiency.
  • Conducted investigations of risk sources during process and equipment inspections.
  • Applied Lean Manufacturing techniques such as 5S, Kaizen events, and Kanban systems to optimize production flow.
  • Performed root cause analysis on production issues and developed corrective action plans.
  • Created detailed documentation for all processes, including Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Participated in cross-functional teams that developed innovative solutions to reduce costs and enhance quality.
  • Trained personnel on proper use of machines and tools used in the manufacturing process.

Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Caterpillar Inc.
East Peoria, USA
06.2021 - Current
  • Wrote and updated Standard Work for Electric Drive processes
  • Coordinated facility improvement projects and Hazmat waste removal
  • Drove continuous improvement initiatives for VPI processes
  • Created new tooling and fixture design, safety upgrades, improved OJT practices
  • Read worker logs, product processing sheets or specification sheets to verify adherence to specifications.
  • Calibrated or adjusted equipment using calipers, micrometers or ring gauges.

CPS BIQ Team Lead

Caterpillar Inc.
East Peoria, USA
07.2018 - 07.2020
  • Developed and implemented Built in Quality metrics for KK logistics in three different areas.
  • Reduced MPU ratio from .25 to .042.
  • Reduced stop-time average per week for logistics related issues from 377 hours to 60 hours on transmission flow lines as the number of builds increased from 92 per week to 112 per week.
  • Handled dock inventory for incoming and outgoing material for logistics.
  • Ordered material needed for various assembly lines.

CPS Quality Team Lead

Caterpillar Inc.
East Peoria, USA
05.2015 - 07.2018
  • Provided supervisor support to 10-15 employees.
  • Implemented, sustained, and audited 5S practices and processes throughout the work environment to drive towards a productive lean manufacturing work environment.
  • Achieved 10 years without a recordable in Building KK Quality.
  • Trained and certified other inspectors to perform laboratory procedures according to standard work.
  • Repaired and replaced damaged gauges.

Education

Associates - General Studies

Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL
05.2020

Bachelors - Industrial Management and Applied Engineering

Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL
05.2020

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Effective Communicator
  • Fork Truck Certified
  • SAP and Legacy Experience
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Technical support
  • Root cause analysis
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Process improvement
  • Risk assessment
  • Workflow optimization
  • Personnel training
  • Quality assurance
  • 3D printing and additive manufacturing
  • Failure modes and effects analysis
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Affiliations

  • Junior High Boys Basketball Coach
  • Sports Enthusiast
  • Backyard BBQing Professional
  • Inner City Youth Leader

Timeline

Manufacturing Engineer

Caterpillar Inc
02.2022 - Current

Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Caterpillar Inc.
06.2021 - Current

CPS BIQ Team Lead

Caterpillar Inc.
07.2018 - 07.2020

CPS Quality Team Lead

Caterpillar Inc.
05.2015 - 07.2018

Associates - General Studies

Illinois Central College

Bachelors - Industrial Management and Applied Engineering

Southern Illinois University

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