Ryan Grounds
Ringling,Oklahoma
Summary
Knowledgeable Industrial Engineer skilled in process improvements, data analysis, and waste reduction. Strategic planner and analytical problem solver. History of improving production and maximizing efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Engineer
Michelin Tire
Ardmore, OK
05.2023 - Current
- Optimized production processes by implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
- Enhanced overall operational efficiency through redesigning workflow and layout of production lines.
- Reduced inventory costs with effective demand forecasting and inventory management strategies.
- Improved product quality, implementing rigorous testing procedures and quality control measures.
- Increased production capacity to meet growing market demands by streamlining processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, identifying inefficiencies in existing systems and processes.
- Facilitated root cause analysis sessions to identify issues contributing to downtime or waste within the facility.
- Conducted time studies for various manufacturing processes, optimizing workstations and reducing cycle times.
- Trained employees on new software tools to improve productivity levels across the organization while maintaining safety standards.
- Applied value stream mapping techniques to assess current state processes and develop future state plans aligning with organizational objectives.
- Partnered closely with Quality Assurance team members to ensure maintenance of high-quality deliverables throughout project lifecycles.
- Streamlined material handling and material flow procedures to reduce overall production times and shorten lead times on custom orders.
- Collected and organized data for use in key decision-making.
- Identified problems and recommended new processes to improve performance and reduce costs.
Machine Operator
Michelin Tire
Ardmore, OK
07.2019 - 05.2023
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
- Participated in cross-functional teams focused on achieving company-wide goals related to safety, quality, and productivity improvements.
- Maximized resource utilization through efficient scheduling of machines'' run time while minimizing changeover times.
- Utilized Lean Manufacturing principles to identify areas for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
Melt Utility
EJ
Ardmore, OK
06.2014 - 06.2019
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance of melting equipment, scheduling repairs as necessary to minimize work disruptions.
- Increased production capacity with timely material preparation for the melt process, including weighing, measuring, and blending raw materials.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards through consistent application of company policies and procedures during daily operations.
- Minimized errors in data entry by accurately recording all relevant information regarding melt production into computerized systems for real-time tracking purposes.
- Safeguarded equipment longevity by regularly checking instrument calibration settings and making adjustments when necessary to maintain accuracy levels within specified tolerances.
- Streamlined communication between departments by providing accurate documentation of melt activities, including production records, test results, and operational logs.
- Improved efficiency by monitoring and adjusting melting furnaces to ensure optimal temperature and material consistency.
- Optimized resource utilization by identifying opportunities for recycling scrap materials within the melting process.
- Promoted a positive work environment through collaboration with colleagues in achieving shared goals while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Maximized cost savings with effective inventory management of raw materials and consumables for the melt process.
- Ensured product quality by testing molten metal samples according to established specifications and adjusting alloy compositions as needed.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives in the melt department by actively participating in team meetings, training sessions, and sharing best practices.
- Enhanced organizational reputation with diligent attention to environmental regulations associated with air emissions control systems around furnace operations.
- Monitored furnace operations, inspected outgoing products and loaded new materials into system.
- Used proper safety gear and procedures when dealing with molten metal.
- Removed impurities from surface of molten metal using strainers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Biology
Collin County Community College District
Plano, TX06.2016
Skills
- Mathematical Calculations
- Process Improvement
- Quality Assurance
- Manufacturing Processes
- Lean principles
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Data Collection
- Process flow analysis
- Cycle Time Optimization
- Production Schedules
- Cost Estimates
- Manufacturing
Timeline
Industrial Engineer
Michelin Tire
05.2023 - Current
Machine Operator
Michelin Tire
07.2019 - 05.2023
Melt Utility
EJ
06.2014 - 06.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Biology
Collin County Community College District