Experienced thermal processing engineer with extensive background in vacuum carburizing and all related processes in high volume large capacity facility. Over twelve years diverse experience and extensive understanding of heat treat processing for varied automotive and aerospace customers. Strongly familiar with all aspects of process development from concept through large scale production. Specialized knowledge of gear manufacturing processes and distortion control.
Skills
Comprehensive background in IATF 16949/TS 16949, AS 9100, ISO 1401, OHSAS 18001, ISMS 27001, and NADCAP management systems
Extensive understanding of all aspects of various thermal processing processes and methodology
Comprehensive gear distortion knowledge and detailed understanding of gear systems as related to thermal processes
Attention to detail
Heat treat and metallurgy requirements background and understanding
Manage production team members across multiple shifts to achieve production volumes while maintaining a safe work environment and high quality products and services
Manage and direct metallurgical laboratory staff of 20+ technicians including scheduling, training, and development of new hires and experienced team members
Provide production management and support to production team for new and existing products on a daily basis
Facilitate and direct numerous prototype and early production material through the entire heat treat process for large tier 1 supplier of automotive and aerospace industries
Complete project management for General Motors CVT program including all aspects of production development for facilities in US and Mexico
Provide daily support to facilities in US and Mexico for X-22 and GF6 transmission programs for General Motors
Design and facilitate process development and prototype processing for Ford 8, 9, and 10 speed transmission programs
Provide technical direction and support to all members of the organization at various levels with respect to thermal processing of automotive and aerospace components
Manage all aspects of vacuum carburizing and high pressure gas quench for a large capacity high volume heat treat facility including locations throughout United States and Mexico
Manage all aspects of gas nitriding and ferritic nitrocarburizing for a large capacity high volume heat treat facility including locations throughout United States and Mexico
Design and implementation of thermal process development for many incoming new products and processes
Design and implementation of continuous improvement opportunities for existing product and processes
Daily review and disposition of process deviations identified during incoming material, in-process, and final inspection
Oversee and manage R&D department for large thermal processing operation
Support customer development for large automotive programs and unique applications
Participate in continuous improvement activities including Kaizen events and 5S training and implementation
Project management for Ford HF35 and HF45 transmission programs as a supplier to Systrand Manufacturing
Manage all technical details and provide support to quoting and business case generation for thermal processes to maintain profitability and viable revenue streams for supplier of heat treatment supplier to automotive, aerospace and industrial industries
Research And Development/Engineering Technician, 09/2011 - 08/2013 ALD Thermal Treatment – City, STATE,
Manage, Facilitate and development as well as daily production control and support for GF6 and X-22 programs for General Motors
Facilitate and manage General Motors DCT transmission program from initial process development through program end
Provide technical support to metallurgical laboratory for items related to metallurgical and dimensional evaluation (including gear distortion)
Implement and execute tests and trials for new and existing products and processes
Support the Research and Development department through the execution and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and data storage
Develop and implement project management system for facilities heat treatment facilities in US and Mexico
Support sales team through execution and optimization of sample processing
Work effectively with potential clients to understand and achieve required results
Support and enhance cost saving opportunities within the department and organization
Provide ongoing technical direction and monthly training to staff of 20 metallurgical laboratory technicians
Prepare metallurgical samples for evaluation including sectioning, mounting, grinding/polishing, and etching
Conduct and evaluate results of metallurgical testing including hardness, case depth, microstructure, and gear distortion
Manage and maintain aspects of the quality management system including related documentation and quality database.
Maintain a safe and efficient work environment for all team members in the laboratory
Support metallurgists with projects and testing outside the standard testing profile outlined in standard work instructions
Act as liaison between metallurgist, sales, and production team with new products and processes as well as improvements to existing work
Support PPAP and other customer requirements through customer support and interaction
Quality Technician, 03/2004 - 05/2006 Domtar Inc. – City, STATE,
Monitor and manage test data and documentation for paper test lab (in-process inspection)
Mange sample department for specialty paper mill
Support and maintain quality and environmental management system
Support and assist Technical Director and other members of technical management team in daily operations for specialty paper mill
Education
Associate of Applied Science: , Expected in - St Clair County Community College - Port Huron, MI GPA: Completed 50 credit hours towards Associates of Applied Science in Electronic Technology
High School Diploma: , Expected in 2000 - Port Huron Northern High School - Port Huron, MI GPA:
Achievements
General Motors Supplier Quality Excellence Award 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 (US and Mexico)
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