Tracy Rock
Benton Harbor,MI
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager -Materials and Aesthetics
Whirlpool Corporation
03.2019 - 05.2024
- Led Materials Engineering Global Laboratory Team, responsible for all material property testing and color approval testing in United States, Mexico, India, China, Italy and Poland on washers, dryers, dishwashers, ranges and portable appliances.
- Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment in a global team spread across the globe.
- Managed capital and expense budgets for 9 laboratories.
- Mentored numerous female engineers within the company for skill and career progression.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Championed lean processes across the entire material and color approval processes.
- Conducted performance evaluations , compensation planning and hiring decisions for a team of 20 direct reports.
Principal Engineer
Whirlpool Corporation
07.1997 - 04.2019
- Began as Associate Engineer in 1997 and progressed to a Principal Engineer over 23 year span in Color Engineering.
- Developed and enhanced Global Color Development Process at Whirlpool Corporation.
- Recognized Global Subject Matter Expert for color development on home appliance materials including resins, coatings, porcelain, decorative overlays, injection molded parts, wood, leather, textiles and glass.
- Delivered premium aesthetic color match across complex global deliveries.
- Developed Color Competency Ladder for Whirlpool and trained team members in color engineering practices and procedure around the world in live and virtual settings.
- Achieved successful patent applications by closely collaborating with legal teams and drafting comprehensive technical documentation.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough analysis and identifying areas for improvement.
Facility Coordinator
Whirlpool Corporation
02.1995 - 07.1997
- Provided day to day support for Facility Maintenance and Grounds Crew Team across 13 local facilities.
- Led scheduling and maintenance for company's offsite facilities at local golf course.
Education
Applied Arts - Interior Design And Marketing
Central Michigan University
12.1989
Skills
- Operations Management
- Troubleshooting and problem resolution
- Documentation And Reporting
- Talent Development
Timeline
Senior Manager -Materials and Aesthetics
Whirlpool Corporation
03.2019 - 05.2024
Principal Engineer
Whirlpool Corporation
07.1997 - 04.2019
Facility Coordinator
Whirlpool Corporation
02.1995 - 07.1997
Applied Arts - Interior Design And Marketing
Central Michigan University
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