SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS- Automotive body, exterior, interior, component design release. Process design, manufacturing and assembly release engineering.
- 23 years in automotive product design release, process, systems integration, development, and manufacturing management industry with a very diverse portfolio.
- Strong personal, analytical skills, ability to lead, organize and motivate people, cradle to grave process planning.
- Enthused and always ready to take on challenging and technical situations.
- Proactive, problem solver and proven ability to face challenges head-on.
- Ability to handle simultaneous projects, meet deadlines effectively with above average results.
3 / 06 - 12 / 06 Aerotek Automotive - Sr. Launch Leader, Aerotek Automotive – BMW E-70 PROGRAM
Develop methods & techniques for interior components manufacturing, related interior assembly equipment and processes, laser scoring, vacuum forming, milling, flame treat, water jet, squeak & rattle, IP, DP, CC assembly. Developed facilities & plant layout. Document all forms of information. 4 / 05 - 9 / 05 COSMA INTERNATIONAL - Manufacturing Systems Engineer
Drive Automotive Of North America, Piedmont, SC 29675 - Weld tool process & design, die process, European Project Engineer - BMW Z4 Coupe
Exterior closures, structure & exterior components manufacturing assembly, time studies and estimates, product flow. FEA, PPAP, APQP, SPC, ISO9001, DFMEA, PFMEA, GD&T, PLP, Supply chain management, tool procurement. 6 / 94 - 10 / 2004 General Motors Corporation - North American Operations· 7M33 / 7E06 – LEAD STSYEMS DESIGN INTERGERATION Engineer Pontiac, MichIGAN. Exterior closures assembly systems engineer, lead, guide, and manage a large group of engineers & engineering support personnel assigned to process, design, and construct integrated door assemblies systems. Exercises technical direction over other engineers and engineering support personnel and give work direction over a group with specific engineering objectives. Use a high level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult. Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area. Motor compartment, Underbody assembly systems process and design. Project management & overall engineering execution with other departments, functions, suppliers, and customers as required. Prioritize work based on available resources. Trains, develops, mentors, and manage employee performance. Actively identifies new areas for learning and takes advantage of opportunities within a math-based environment. Develops processes & methods for software applications, Generate technical solutions for new programs & applications. Use lean engineering and six sigma tool applications. Make presentations to all levels of management. - Design Release Engineer, Lead Manufacturing Synchronous Math Based Applications Engineer, Flint, Mich.
Product release engineer includes: Exterior components, lighting, baffles, braces, fasteners & thermal plastics assemblies. Bumper systems, front-end sheet metal, body in white door systems. Works with engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel to implement cost reduction methods and product improvements within GM’s manufacturing operations, develop technical specification for exterior components, develops requirements for the application of deadener foam, paint & polymer, coatings, sealers, adhesives. Develop methods for statistical process control in exterior component. Develop methods for assembly process control. Coach & lead process failure mode analysis & design for manufacturability activates as required. - Manufacturing Process Engineer, Exterior Components, Flint, Mich.
Thermal plastic vertical body panels, injection molding, compression injection, RIM, sheet molded panels and assemblies. Provides technical leadership for advanced technology development within GM. Guide suppliers and define GM’s requirements for thermal plastics process. Develop design, and process for sheet molded components. Plans and implements test for plastics programs within paint shop. Provides technical leadership, generates technical solutions, Defines system requirements, and communicates information, stays abreast of new technology and competitive products. Use high levels of oral and written communication skills. Communicates information to and from internal and external customer organizations coordinating work and deliverables. Manage recurring and non-recurring special assignments. 7 / 84 - 6 / 94 Modern Engineering Service Co. - Warren, Michigan 48093· Sr. Project Engineer Flint Automotive Division, Cadillac Luxury Car Division (Contract Direct General Motors) General Motors Corporation Flint, Michigan 48557 Manufacturing process & design engineer, body assembly systems, and exterior components. EDUCATION - Kennedy Western University-Bachelors in Business Administration
- Certificate, Applied Computer Science (Oakland Community College, Union Lake Michigan)
- Center For Professional Studies, Basic UNIX, Unigraphic V18, Autocad 2000 / 3D.
- Laser Institute of America (Continuing Education Points)
Laser For Manufacturing Applications - General Motors University (Continuing Education Points)
Key Concepts of Business Plan Deployment, Conquering Conflict Through Communication, The Basics Of Listening, Managing Knowledge Workers, Common Master Planning, Body Design Advisor, Managing Individual Performance, Global Leadership Workshop, Management Practices, Effective Team Work, Managing Conflict, Project Management For Engineers, Safety Training for Engineers & Managers, People Recognition. - University Of Dayton OH. (Continuing Education Points)
( 7 ) Most Deadly Forms Of Waste - D. H. Brown Associates Inc. (Continuing Education Points)
Synchronous Math Based Applications - Extensive knowledge of residential electrical, hands on business management as a residential electrician for (20) years, complete project management, estimating.
5 / 78 - 5 / 84 United States Marine Corps· Camp LejEune, North Carolina / Camp Pendelton, CAliforniaHonorable discharged - Sergeant E-5 Platoon Leader, senior tracked vehicle technician responsible for a variety of special assignments, including establishing a course of action to accomplish completion of the mission.Marine Corps Institute, Advanced Tracked Vehicle Technician. P-7, R-7 - electric, hydraulic, pneumatic & mechanical, Expert Rifle-M16, Qualified 45 Caliber. (2) Bronze Star Good Conduct, Sea Service Ribbon 6 / 76 - 6 / 78 Diploma, Bentley High School, Livonia, Michigan Soft ware Skills Unigraphic V18, Microsoft Suite, Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Auto Cad 3D, Factory Cad, GM PDM, Basic UNIX, Em Planner, GM Team Center, Product Vision View / Mark, Spinfire 3D. References Available Upon Request easygoingent@hotmail.com Human Resources This candidate is highly motivated, self-starting, confident and experienced automotive applications engineering manager. This candidate performs in manufacturing as an automotive product and process release engineer, with a great understanding of business goals required to compete. He has many marketable skills and seeks personal growth and enhanced opportunity. This candidate has excellent communication skills, and pose a wide range of successful management experiences & knowledge within the automotive tool design, product design, release, manufacturing industry. This candidate has managed small and large groups of engineers, designers and project support personnel within a team environment, with my overriding priority for safety. This candidate supports knowledge workers, conflict avoidance and recognize people for who and what they are. He offers the community an honest hard working individual ready to rise to any challenge. Thank you for your time. Respectfully Yours, Jeffery M. Howell Sr. 248-960-3581 easygoingent@hotmail.com
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