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Thomas Harrison

KINSTON,NC

Summary

Dynamic Manufacturing Engineer with a proven track record at Spirit AeroSystems, enhancing manufacturing efficiency through lean methodologies and advanced problem-solving abilities. Skilled in geometric dimensioning, tolerancing, and SAP, with a strong focus on manufacturability improvements. Excelled in team building, mentoring junior engineers, and achieving significant production advancements.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manufacturing Engineer

Spirit AeroSystems
08.2010 - Current
  • Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
  • Improved manufacturing efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean methodologies.
  • Identified problems and specific resolutions to fix defective, damaged, or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems.
  • Performed concurrent design and manufacturing engineering and other functions to reduce time required to bring product to market.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.

Project Management Analyst

Spirit AeroSystems
06.2005 - 06.2010

Acted as onsite representative supporting ERP/MES Systems. Worked to resolve emergent issues and facilitate intercompany communicaiton.

Manufacturing Engineer

Spirit AeroSystems
10.1986 - 06.2005
  • Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
  • Improved manufacturing efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean methodologies.
  • Identified problems and specific resolutions to fix defective, damaged, or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems.
  • Selected manufacturing methods, fabrication and operations to develop and coordinate production.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
  • Trained and mentored junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
  • Provided engineering support during new product launches, coordinating efforts between design, production, and quality control teams.

Education

MBA - Business Management

Newman University
Wichita, KS

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems

Newman University
Wichita, KS

Skills

  • Computer-based applications
  • Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
  • Manufacturability improvements
  • Production Planning
  • SAP
  • Team building
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Product Development
  • Support manufacturing processes
  • Six sigma certification

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification - International Association for Six Sigma Certification.

Interests

  • Music, skilled guitarist and folk musician
  • Golf, skilled amateur with 2 championships

Timeline

Manufacturing Engineer

Spirit AeroSystems
08.2010 - Current

Project Management Analyst

Spirit AeroSystems
06.2005 - 06.2010

Manufacturing Engineer

Spirit AeroSystems
10.1986 - 06.2005

MBA - Business Management

Newman University

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems

Newman University
Thomas Harrison