Wesley Brady
Lafayette
Summary
Experienced with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements. Utilizes root cause analysis and problem-solving skills to enhance operational efficiency. Track record of fostering culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Engineer
Checkers Safety
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented standard work procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency across the plant.
- Specialized in value stream mapping (VSM) using eVSM to identify inefficiencies and drive process improvements.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives as a project manager, enhancing productivity, reducing waste, and optimizing workflows.
- Owned the continuous improvement funnel, driving projects that resulted in cost savings of over $1M.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring processes remained efficient, scalable, and sustainable.
Continuous Improvement Intern
Checkers Safety
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted time studies and developed standard work for multiple processes to reduce variability, observe waste, and identify areas for improvement
- Calculated machine capacities to allow the plant to accurately predict lead times and optimize resources
Math Tutor
Louisiana Tech University
09.2020 - 05.2023
- Delivered successful math tutoring for students, weekly, based on current needs and upcoming course materials
- Created a comfortable learning environment for students working through classes ranging from algebra to differential equations and physics
Area Manager Intern
Amazon
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Learned the operation processes to lead a team of associates, completing daily goals and ensuring a safe and positive working environment
- Designed and planned implementation for a facility reconstruction project to improve productivity, while learning the steps of change management
Education
Master of Science - Engineering Management
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA08-2024
Bachelor's Degree - Industrial Engineering
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA05.2023
Skills
- Project management
- Continuous improvement
- Process mapping
- Standard Work
- Waste reduction
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
Honors And Certifications
- Six Sigma Black Belt
- Lean Manufacturing
- Alpha Pi Mu
- IISE Technical Paper National Champion
Projects
Six Sigma Black Belt Project
• Created a system for routing school buses and creating bus stops for grades K-12 to reduce the average time a
student is on a bus.
Checkers Uptime Improvement
•Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance capacity, minimize material waste, and maximize uptime through strategic capital investments.
Checkers Whips Kaizen Burst
•Redesigned facility layout to streamline workflow, enhance process flow, and increase parts per person per hour (PPPH), resulting in improved efficiency.
•Implemented 5S methodologies to create a more organized, visually controlled, and productive work environment.
Timeline
Process Engineer
Checkers Safety
09.2023 - Current
Continuous Improvement Intern
Checkers Safety
05.2023 - 08.2023
Area Manager Intern
Amazon
06.2022 - 08.2022
Math Tutor
Louisiana Tech University
09.2020 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Engineering Management
Louisiana Tech University
Bachelor's Degree - Industrial Engineering
Louisiana Tech University
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