Thomas Tubbs
Spring Hill,Tennessee
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at General Motors Co, excelling in strategic development and critical decision-making. Spearheaded initiatives reducing downtime by 75% and achieving significant cost savings. Expert in workforce development and interdepartmental collaboration, driving project execution and quality control management to new heights.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Paint Shift Leader
General Motors Co
Spring Hill, TN
01.2021 - 10.2024
- Motivated staff to achieve high-quality production targets.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Highlighted process enhancement opportunities.
- Maintained operational compliance with all corporate policies and procedures.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Displayed leadership skills by motivating team members to meet daily goals.
- Coached employees on interactions with customers to drive exceptional service.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss upcoming events or promotions.
- Supervised and trained new shift leaders on store operations, policies, and procedures.
- Monitored team performance to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
- Determined budgets, production goals and rates based on company policies and requirements.
- Resolved conflicts between employees or customers in an efficient manner.
- Conducted daily pre-shift meetings to ensure smooth operation of the shift.
- Implemented cost-control measures to maintain budgetary guidelines.
- Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize department productivity.
- Evaluated and assessed personnel to identify potential candidates for promotion.
- Recommended opportunities for growth and advancement to motivate employees.
- Reported employee behavioral issues, losses and customer complaints to upper-level management.
- Directed and led employees and team members on effective operations, methods and procedures.
- Provided feedback on employee performance during monthly evaluations.
- Enhanced operations and boosted productivity through employee training, coaching and assignments.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and maintained coverage for shifts.
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
- Ensured that all employees adhered to established safety regulations and guidelines.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Stamping Quality Manager
General Motors Co
Wentzville, MO
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Utilized the GO & SEE approach at Body 5F meeting to enhance VOC response, emphasizing Body DRR, DRL, and FTQ.
- BIQ IV - Facilitated accreditation via coaching and teaching.
- Headed BIQ Basketweave initiatives for the Stamping Department.
Body Shop Production Planner
General Motors Co
Wentzville, MO
01.2017 - 07.2020
- Manage the supervision and development of employees across different employment types according to GMS guidelines.
- Oversaw successful implementation of GMK and embossed Chevrolet tailgate launches.
- Formulated, rolled out, and integrated an efficient door ring interior sanding system.
- Achieved GCA improvements with zero GMK action items.
- Developed and implemented a process to perform monthly GSQE, successfully achieving audit goals.
- Generated significant cost savings of $150K, with a 50% reduction in BIW.
- Executed cost and manpower reductions for three consecutive years.
- Coordinated SLT Basketweave efforts at Body Shop.
Paint Shop Acting Shift Lead
General Motors Co
Lordstown, OH
07.2016 - 12.2017
- Led, trained and oversaw Group Leaders (salaried, contract, Per Diem) to achieve daily production goals.
- Consistently met higher production standards, reducing needed overtime by 10%.
- Consistently met productivity targets, achieving a 10% annual reduction in headcount.
- Oversaw onboarding, training, and development of new hires.
- Created uniform guidelines improving efficiency for leadership roles.
- Implemented standardized processes, procedures, and business plan deployment goals for the entire Paint Shop.
- Implemented new BPD goals and targets across the Paint Shop.
Paint Shop Business Manager
General Motors Co
Lordstown, Ohio
01.1997 - 12.2017
- Oversaw program timelines and manpower needs to guarantee successful vehicle program launches.
- Ensured all launches met the scheduled timeline without delay.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including assembly plant, Central Office Engineering, manufacturing personnel during initial vehicle launch year.
- Reduced post-launch update revisions to 5%.
- Led Level 3 BPD initiatives for the Paint Shop, resulting in full achievement of CAP goals.
- Enhanced team participation in the People Involvement Basketweave for the paint shop.
Paint Shop Maintenance Shift Leader
General Motors Co
Lordstown, OH
- Hired, trained, developed, and evaluated new employees.
- Reduced downtime between equipment failures by 75% through effective management of preventive maintenance activities.
- Achieved significant reduction in non-scheduled overtime by improving the PMP process’s accuracy, efficiency, and consistency.
Body Shop Maintenance General Foreman
General Motors Co
Lordstown, OH
- Ensured consistent implementation of roles and responsibilities among group leaders and per diem employees.
- Coordinated with skilled trades staff to tackle and fix maintenance concerns.
- Achieved a 10% reduction in production downtime by leading cross-departmental collaboration on PMP schedules.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OHMaster of Science - Lean Manufacturing
Kettering University
Skills
- Procedure Compliance Oversight
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Team Engagement Strategies
- Effective Problem Resolution
- Workforce Development
- Visionary Leadership
- Project Execution
- Strategic Development
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Strategic Task Assignment
- Dispute Resolution
- Quality Control Management
- Risk Management Procedures
- Change Management Expertise
Timeline
Paint Shift Leader
General Motors Co
01.2021 - 10.2024
Stamping Quality Manager
General Motors Co
07.2018 - 12.2021
Body Shop Production Planner
General Motors Co
01.2017 - 07.2020
Paint Shop Acting Shift Lead
General Motors Co
07.2016 - 12.2017
Paint Shop Business Manager
General Motors Co
01.1997 - 12.2017
Paint Shop Maintenance Shift Leader
General Motors Co
Body Shop Maintenance General Foreman
General Motors Co
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Youngstown State University
Master of Science - Lean Manufacturing
Kettering University
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