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Meridian Automotive Systems Employees
AAA Jewelry Store/Natural Godess Co February 2006 - Present
Avon Cosmetics September 2010 - November 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems May 2006 - November 2007
Honda Roller - Fiberglass February 2004 - April 2006
Waterfield Financial May 1998 - June 2001
National City Bank 1995 - 1998
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Business, Mortgage Lending, Finance, SEO, Closing Deals, Credit, Loans, Retail, Team Building, Coaching, Sales Management, Budgets, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Customer Satisfaction, New Business Development, Training, Account Management, Inventory Management, Purchasing, Social Networking, Process Improvement, Business Development, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Management, Team Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Small Business, Deal Closure, Time Management, Fashion, Advertising, Pricing, Public Relations, Business Planning, Merchandising, Marketing, Selling, Blogging, Jewelry Design, Jewelry, Entrepreneurship, Online Marketing, Product Development, Luxury Goods, Handmade Jewelry, Social Media
Education
Indiana Wesleyan University 2010 — 2012
AS, Criminal Justice
Browne Mackie College 2004 — 2006
AAS, Business Management
Ball State University - College of Business 2001 — 2003
AAS, Business, Computer Sciences
Anthis Career Center
Accounting, Secretarial SciencesEducation
Northcrest
Anderson Technologies 2012 - Present
Spectrum Health September 2010 - April 2012
MidMichigan Medical Center August 2010 - September 2010
Spectrum Health June 2010 - July 2010
WMCAT September 2009 - June 2010
NASE October 2008 - October 2009
NASE October 2008 - October 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems December 1989 - October 2008
Meridian Automotive January 1989 - October 2008
Meridian Automotive Systems December 2000 - December 2006
Skills
Automotive, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Quality System, Quality Assurance, SPC, Purchasing, ISO, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Program Management, 5S, Supplier Quality, Quality Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 1982 — 1985
Grand valley State Colleges
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA)
studio sculpture
Kalamazoo Vocational
Certificate, Applied Welding & Science
Hagie Manufacturing 2013 - Present
Hagie Manufacturing 2012 - 2013
Collier Designs 2011 - 2012
ASC 2010 - 2011
Revolution Design Studios 2010 - 2010
Plastech-General Motors Accessory Design Studio 2007 - 2008
Navistar Inc 2004 - 2007
Navistar Inc 2002 - 2004
CAA Inc., CAA AG 2001 - 2002
Meridian Automotive Systems 2000 - 2001
Skills
Industrial Design, Automotive Design, Vehicles, Sketching, Product Design, Photoshop, Ideation, Alias Studio Tools, Keyshot, Project Management, Design Strategy, Concept Generation, Design Thinking, Product Development, Design Management, Concept Design, Graphics, Automotive, Creative Direction, 3D, Logo Design, Idea Generation, Solidworks, Rendering, CAD, Concept Development
Education
College for Creative Studies 1993 — 1998
BFA, Industrial Design
Kent State University
Industrial and Product Design
Sarstedt March 2015 - Present
Hickory Computer October 2014 - Present
Continental Structural Plastics August 2014 - October 2014
Magna International July 2009 - August 2014
Meridian Automotive Systems February 2003 - July 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems August 2000 - February 2003
Perrigo Company plc September 1998 - April 1999
United States Marine Corps September 1992 - September 1998
Skills
Servers, Active Directory, Cisco Technologies, VMware, Networking, Backup Exec, Lotus Notes, DNS, Windows 7, Operating Systems, Microsoft SQL Server, Troubleshooting, Windows Server, Automotive, DHCP, Information Technology, Lotus Domino, Microsoft Certified..., Cisco IOS, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Trend Micro, Windows, Computer Hardware, System Deployment, Program Management, Process Improvement, VMware ESX, SAN, ITIL
Education
Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute 2015 — 2015
VMware Academy
Western Michigan University 1997 — 1999
Business Information Systems
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1992 — 1994
Computer Sciences Transfer Curriculum
Mattawan High School
A & L Great Lakes Laboratories, Inc. June 2008 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems 2005 - 2008
Lear Corporation August 2002 - March 2005
Tec-Fab Div. of PTC- Alliance 1996 - 2000
Emerson Climate Technologies 1990 - 1996
Broderick Co. 1983 - 1990
Skills
Microsoft Office, Excel, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Word, Negotiation, PowerPoint, Problem Solving, Team Building, Program Management, Planning, Inventory Management, Operations Management, Product Development, Analysis, Process Improvement, Six Sigma, Microsoft Excel, Project Planning, Microsoft Word, Lean Manufacturing, Automotive, Quality System, Quality Assurance, SPC, Capacity Planning, Process Capability, Toyota Production System, TQM, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis, ISO
Education
Ball State University 1973 — 1977
Bachelor of Science (BS), Chemistry
Adler Pelzer Group, North America January 2014 - Present
Hexcel Corporation July 2010 - December 2013
TRW August 2004 - July 2010
Meridian Automotive Systems August 2000 - July 2004
Skills
Aerospace Manufacturing, Automotive Operationa, Six Sigma Green Belt, Member of the Board of..., Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, 5S, Program Management, Automotive, Factory, Aerospace, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing Operations, Machine Tools, Value Stream Mapping, Supply Chain Management
Education
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 1993 — 1995
Master of Science (MS), Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
Eastern Michigan University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (BS), Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
The DECC Company March 2008 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems March 2000 - November 2007
Skills
PPAP, Automotive, APQP, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, TS16949, Supplier Quality, 5S, Six Sigma, Quality Management, SPC, Root Cause Analysis, Quality System, Coating Applciations, Gage R & R, Plex, IMDS, Dale Carnegie, Toyota Production System, DFMEA, 5 Why, Manufacturing, Quality Control, ISO
Education
Grand Rapids Community College
Perrigo December 2011 - Present
Perrigo February 2006 - December 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems 2002 - 2006
Magna Mirrors November 2000 - August 2002
Skills
Accounting, Cost Accounting, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, SAP, Quality Auditing, Account Reconciliation, Auditing, Continuous Improvement, Budgets, Hyperion Enterprise, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Industry, Process Improvement, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Six Sigma, Variance Analysis
Education
Davenport University
Bachelors, Accounting
Roche Diagnostics Corporation April 2007 - Present
Roche - Disetronic Medical Systems April 2004 - April 2007
Ingersoll Rand April 2002 - February 2004
Meridian Automotive Systems 1995 - 1997
Reeder & Kline Machine Company 1989 - 1994
Reeder & Kline Machine Company 1989 - 1994
Skills
Forecasting, Cross-functional Team..., Financial Reporting, Accounting, Budgets, SAP, Process Improvement, Pricing, Finance, Cost Accounting, Strategic Planning, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Medical Devices, Management, Pharmaceutical Industry, Biotechnology, Product Launch, Internal Controls, Managerial Finance, Leadership, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Strategy, Healthcare, Business Development, ERP, Corporate Finance
Education
Indiana Wesleyan University 2000 — 2002
MBA, Business
Ball State University 1983 — 1987
Corporate Finance
New Center Stamping October 2010 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems 1994 - 2009
Skills
Strategic Planning, Team Building, Toyota Production System, Inventory Management, JIT, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., 5S, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Negotiation, Customer Service, Kanban, Supply Chain Management, Six Sigma, TS16949, PPAP, Supply Chain, MRP, Materials Management, APQP, Logistics, Process Improvement, Operations Management, ISO, FMEA, Stamping, Shipping, Plant Management, Inventory Control, Warehousing, Poka Yoke, Manufacturing
Education
Henry Ford Community College 2011 — 2013
Associate in Business
Nexteer Automotive December 2007 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems June 2006 - December 2007
Delphi December 2005 - June 2006
Delphi July 2004 - December 2005
Simonds International September 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, AutoCAD, Ergonomics, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, FMEA, Manufacturing..., Value Stream Mapping, SPC, APQP, PPAP, Manufacturing
Education
Ferris State University 2002 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Manufacturing Engineering
Delta College
Associate's degree, Mechanical Engineering
United Church Homes and Services August 2008 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems 2005 - 2007
Meridian Automotive Systems 2001 - 2005
Master Carvers of North Carolina January 1998 - June 2001
RR Donnelly & Sons 1981 - 1998
Skills
Microsoft Certified..., HIPAA, Confidentiality, Administrative..., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Healthcare, Executive Calendar..., Office Management, Leadership, Retirement Communities, Payroll, Healthcare Management, Outlook, Accounts Receivable, Data Entry, Volunteer Management, Filing, Customer Service, Spreadsheets, Accounts Payable, Invoicing, File Management, Telephone Skills, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Team Building, Process Improvement, Management, Human Resources, Program Development, Administrative...
Education
Catawba Valley Community College 2010 — 2012
Office Administration, Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist, GPA 4.0
Catawba Valley Community College 1997 — 1999
Associate's Degree, Business Administration, Management and Operations, GPA 3.9
Kroger June 2015 - Present
Circular Energy March 2015 - Present
Magna Exteriors and Magna Interiors May 2014 - June 2015
AEE Renewables August 2012 - March 2014
United Solar Ovonic June 2008 - May 2012
United Solar Ovonic June 2006 - June 2008
UPF, Inc 2004 - 2006
Bosco's Pizza Company March 2002 - September 2004
Meridian Automotive Systems October 1999 - June 2001
Lear Corporation June 1994 - October 1999
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, CAD, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Photovoltaics, 5S, Solar Energy, ISO, Automotive, FMEA, Renewable Energy, Process Improvement, Team Building, Engineering, Thin Films, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Operations Management, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, Strategic Planning, Kanban, AutoCAD, Project Management, Coaching, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Solar Power, Alternative Energy, Energy Efficiency, Energy, Process Engineering, Solar Thermal, APQP, Design of Experiments
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1997 — 2008
Bachelors, Industrial Engineering
Mott Community College 1992 — 1994
Associate, Applied Science
voith hydro May 2011 - Present
MSSC 2010 - June 2011
Mahle Filter Systems 2007 - 2009
Siemens VDO 2004 - 2007
W.E.T. Automotive Systems 1999 - 2004
Meridian Automotive Systems 1995 - 1999
Pilkington 1991 - 1995
Durable Release Coaters 1990 - 1991
Skills
Six Sigma, Quality Management, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, ISO, Continuous Improvement, SPC, Manufacturing, PPAP, Process Improvement, Quality System, APQP, Quality Assurance, Root Cause Analysis, Program Management, Automotive, FMEA, Change Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain, MS Project, TS16949, TQM, Testing, 5S, Toyota Production System, Auditing, CMMI, DFMEA, 5 Why, Quality Systems, Supplier Quality, Supplier, ISO 14001, DMAIC, Manufacturing Management, Quality Auditing, Process Engineering, Black Belt, Problem Solving, DOE, Process Development, Supplier Management, Cost Reduction, ISO standards, Shainin, Minitab, Supply Chain Management, Business Process..., Value Stream Mapping
Education
Richard Ivey School of Business (University of Western Ontario) 2003 — 2003
Executive Leadership
Niagara College 1988 — 1990
Associates, Quality Engineering
Centennial College 1978 — 1983
Technical, Automotive Technology
Port Colborne High
Various Educational Institutes
Various, Various
K & V August 2014 - Present
Benteler Automotive January 2013 - August 2014
Magna Exteriors and Interiors October 2011 - July 2012
Aspen Surgical February 2010 - October 2011
Johnson Controls JCIM (Interior Division) May 2007 - February 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems January 2003 - December 2006
Meridian Automotive Systems October 1990 - January 2003
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Toyota Production System, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Excel, TPM, Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Forklift Operator, Payroll, Kronos, Windows, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, PFEP, Manufacturing, Automotive, Kanban, Process Improvement, Inventory Control, JIT, Root Cause Analysis, Injection Molding, GMP, Coaching, Leadership, SPC, MRP, Manufacturing...
Education
Cornerstone University 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Science Degree, Business Administrative; Business Management
Cornerstone University 2005 — 2007
Associates of Science, Business Adminstrative
Godwin Heights H.S.
Environmental & ISO Consulting July 2009 - Present
Coca-Cola Enterprises July 2011 - November 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems January 2001 - June 2009
BLDI February 1998 - December 2000
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality March 1987 - June 1997
Suburban Utilities, Inc. June 1983 - May 1985
Elkart Water Works August 1982 - May 1985
Skills
ISO 14001 Certified..., Compliance Management, Environmental Chemistry, Remediation, Hazardous Waste..., Stormwater Management, Permitting, Sustainability, Due Diligence, Water Quality, Leadership, ISO 14001, Environmental Awareness, Environmental..., Manufacturing, EHS, Environmental Auditing, EPA, Environmental Impact..., Safety Management..., Water Treatment, RCRA, Risk Assessment, Occupational Health, Wastewater Treatment, Recycling, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Policy, Environmental Consulting, Waste Management, Water, Auditing, Sampling, Pollution Prevention, Environmental..., Air Quality, Hazard Recognition, Hazardous Materials, Waste, Industrial Hygiene, CERCLA, HAZWOPER, Inspection, Hazardous Materials..., Quality Assurance, ISO, Training, Proposal Writing
Education
Arizona State University 1988 — 1992
Masters, Hazardous Waste
Indiana University South Bend 1978 — 1982
BS, Chemistry
MMI-Engineered Solutions, Inc. September 2015 - Present
USA Hockey August 2000 - Present
SSI Schaefer Systems International North America May 2015 - September 2015
SSI Schaefer Systems International North America June 2012 - September 2015
ADAC Automotive October 2006 - June 2012
GRAHA August 2010 - March 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems July 2004 - October 2006
Lacks Enterprises May 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Automotive, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Injection Molding, Packaging, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Supply Chain, Management, Kaizen, Pricing, Supplier Development, Supply Management, Product Development, Plastics, Quality, Attention To Detail, Supply Chain Management, Six Sigma, JIT, Kanban, Ice Hockey, Refereeing
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2014
MBA, Business
Michigan State University 1999 — 2004
B.S., Packaging
ADAC Automotive March 2010 - Present
CAE Services Corporation September 2002 - February 2009
Hoff and Associates November 2000 - September 2002
Meridian Automotive Systems October 1995 - November 2000
Evart Products Textron April 1992 - October 1995
Skills
Quality Control, Injection Molding, Manufacturing, Plastics, Design for Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Molding, Engineering, Components, Finite Element Analysis, Moldflow, Continuous Improvement, Plastics Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Product Development, Simulations, PPAP, Cross-functional Team..., CRM, FMEA, APQP, Machine Tools, Project Engineering, Management, Product Design, CAE, Analysis, Materials, Automotive, SPC, GD&T, Hypermesh, Kaizen, Cooling Water
Education
Ferris State University 1987 — 1991
B.S. and A.A.S., Plastics Engineering Technology
Alpena Community College 1986 — 1989
A.A.S., Engineering and Business
GE Power & Water August 2014 - Present
GE Power & Water 2010 - August 2014
General Dynamics ATP May 2009 - June 2010
Kohler Co. December 2003 - November 2008
Core Molding Technologies April 2003 - December 2003
Meridian Automotive Systems June 2001 - January 2003
Rene Composite Materials June 1998 - June 2001
Skills
5S, Automotive, Lean Manufacturing, Composites, Manufacturing..., Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Kaizen, Engineering, FMEA, ISO, Kanban, PPAP, Process Engineering, Product Development, Root Cause Analysis, SMED, SPC, Supplier Quality, Value Stream Mapping
Education
Gardner-Webb University 2002 — 2004
MBA
Winona State University 1993 — 1998
Bachelor
Roskam Baking Co January 2006 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems January 1999 - January 2006
classic chevrolet January 1997 - January 1999
Pepsi Co 1993 - 1997
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, PowerPoint, Sales, Leadership, Training, Photoshop, Event Planning, Food, HACCP, Inventory Management, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Continuous Improvement, Sales Management, Marketing, GMP, Public Relations, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Food Industry, Time Management, Budgets, Social Networking, Team Leadership, Event Management, Food Safety, Quality Assurance, Sales Operations, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Satisfaction, 5S, Logistics
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2005 — 2006
Criminology
Kent Career Center 1993 — 1995
High School, Automotive
Grandville High School 1992 — 1995
High School, General Studies
IEC Electronics Corp. October 2014 - Present
Wellspring Church June 2009 - June 2014
Finger Lakes Health February 2007 - May 2009
American Red Cross May 2006 - February 2007
Meridian Automotive Systems July 2000 - March 2006
Skills
ADP Payroll, FMLA, Temporary Placement, Temporary Staffing, Leadership Development, Talent Management, Policy, Training, Management, Payroll, Employee Benefits, Benefits Administration, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Human Resources, New Hire Orientations, Budgets, Accounts Receivable, Hiring, Nonprofits, HRIS, Interviews, Office Management, Invoicing, Accounting, Finance, Event Planning, Job Descriptions, Microsoft Excel, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Accounts Payable, Administrative..., Coaching, Employee Training, Personnel Management, Teaching, Outlook, Employee Handbooks, Paychex, Customer Service
Education
American Public University System 2009 — 2014
Associate's Degree, Accounting
Akebono Brake Corporation June 2015 - Present
Contemporary Cleaning Services, LLC August 2000 - Present
Methode Electronics May 2014 - June 2015
AxleTech International (A General Dynamics Company) January 2007 - May 2014
Android Industries March 2006 - December 2006
Lear Corporation February 2004 - February 2006
Flambeau December 2003 - February 2004
Meridian Automotive Systems July 2002 - November 2003
Chrysler April 2002 - July 2002
Cooper Standard Automotive May 2001 - April 2002
Skills
Financial Statement..., Management Accounting, Automotive, Cost Benefit, Forecasting, Continuous Improvement, Project Estimation, Financial Analysis, Manufacturing, Pricing, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Process Improvement, Budgets, Product Development, Program Management, Cross-functional Team..., Organization, Cost Estimation, Product Cost Analysis, Price Setting, Cost Engineering, Target Costing, Cost Accounting, Price Quotes, Purchase Price..., Manufacturing..., Corporate Finance, Project Management, Negotiation, Engineering, Materials Management, Variance Analysis, Vehicles, Components, JD Edwards, Managerial Finance, Financial Reporting, Government Contracting, Automation, Lean Manufacturing, Finance, Six Sigma, New Business Development, Financial Accounting, Analysis, Management, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Engineering Management
Education
Walsh College of Accountancy and Business Administration 2009 — 2013
MBA, Corporate Finance
Walsh College 2005 — 2009
MSF, Finance
Cleary University 2000 — 2001
BBA, Management
Washtenaw Community College 1997 — 2000
Associates, General Studies
Pioneer High School
Diploma
Smith & Nephew 2013 - Present
ellsWORKS, LLC 2012 - Present
Gore 2003 - 2012
Meridian Automotive Systems 2000 - 2003
Michigan State University 1996 - 1998
Flexfab, LLC 1994 - 1996
Skills
Medical Devices, FDA, Product Launch, Quality System, Lean Manufacturing
Education
Ferris State University
BS, Environmental Health and Safety Management
Michigan State University
Coca-Cola Refreshments March 2014 - Present
Coca-Cola Refreshments January 2012 - March 2014
Coca-Cola Refreshments February 2010 - December 2011
Ford Motor Company - Asia, Pacific & Africa September 2007 - April 2009
Ford Motor Company - Europe May 2007 - September 2007
Meridian Automotive Systems January 2004 - April 2007
Meridian Automotive Systems January 2003 - December 2003
Meridian Automotive Systems June 2001 - December 2002
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Production Schedules, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Quality Control, 5S, Manufacturing, ISO 14001, Cross-functional Team..., Automotive, Kanban, TS16949, Logistics, Management, Purchasing, MRP, ISO, Leadership, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, FMEA, Program Management, TPM, Process Improvement, Supply Chain, SPC, Manufacturing..., SAP, Materials Management, Quality System, Supply Chain Management
Education
Lawrence Technological University 2004 — 2006
MBA, Operations Management
Grand Valley State University 1995 — 2001
Bachelor's Degree, Occupational, Safety and Health with engineering minor
Cass Tech 1992 — 1995
Hanwha Composites May 2009 - Present
Herkules Equipment Co. Sales Directorasimco2005 - 2008
Meridian Automotive Systems June 2000 - February 2003
Cambridge Industries 1995 - 2000
Rockwell, Int'l 1992 - 1996
Skills
Automotive, Change Management, Procurement, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, Business Strategy, Manufacturing, Negotiation, Engineering Management, New Business Development, Extrusion, Team Building, Manufacturing..., Strategy, Business Planning, International Sales, Engineering, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Sales Management, Business Development
Education
Baker College Business and Corporate Services 1993 — 1995
Business, Business Leadership
Wolverine World Wide April 2013 - Present
Spectrum Health December 2011 - March 2012
Meridian Automotive Systems January 1996 - January 2009
Miner Insurance Agency January 1995 - January 1996
United Technologies February 1980 - February 1990
Skills
Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, Microsoft Excel, Invoicing, Accounting, Journal Entries, Financial Reporting, Cash Application, General Ledger, Time Management, Lotus Notes, Cash, Accounts Payable, Auditing, Financial Analysis, Cost Accounting, Variance Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, JD Edwards, Internal Controls
Education
Davenport University 2010 — 2011
Associate of Business Administration, Health Insurance Claims Management
Montcalm Community College 1993 — 1995
Associates, Accounting
Symmetry Medical August 2010 - January 2011
Navistar international May 2010 - August 2010
Hitachi Metals America ltd February 2001 - March 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems September 1999 - February 2001
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1998 — 2000
Graduate, Automotive Engineering Technology
Eastern Michigan University 1998 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, CAD / CAM Manufacturing
Skyline Corp. April 2010 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems January 1997 - July 2009
Lear Corporation 1992 - 1997
White Consolidated Industries 1972 - 1987
Skills
Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, Leadership, Deferred Compensation, Talent Management, HRIS, Labor Relations, Employee Engagement, Recruiting, HR Policies, Human Resources, Onboarding, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Personnel Management, Hiring, Employment Law, Employee Handbooks, Organizational..., Workforce Planning, Union Avoidance, ADP Payroll, FMLA, Interviews, Employee Benefits, Program Management, Change Management, Technical Recruiting, New Hire Orientations, System Administration, Leadership Development, Payroll, Team Building, Conflict Resolution, Applicant Tracking..., Employee Training, Temporary Placement, Job Descriptions, College Recruiting, Organizational..., HR Consulting, Compensation & Benefit, Career Development, Union, Employer Branding, SPHR, Job Analysis, Administration, Organizational Design
Education
Grand Valley State University 1974 — 1977
B.A., Anthropology
Catholic Central
Western Michigan University
Industrial Psychology
Sika USA Industry and Automotive October 2013 - Present
Sika July 2012 - October 2013
Sika March 2012 - June 2012
Sika USA Industry and Automotive 2010 - 2012
Sika USA Industry and Automotive 2008 - 2010
Sika USA Industry and Automotive 2007 - 2008
Sika USA Industry and Automotive 2006 - 2007
Meridian Automotive Systems 2005 - 2006
Meridian Automotive Systems 2004 - 2005
Meridian Automotive Systems 2002 - 2004
Skills
Budgets, Team Building, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Cross-functional Team..., Automotive, Plastics, Injection Molding, Manufacturing, Continuous improvement, New Business Development, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement
Education
Baker University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Management
Kelly Services, Inc September 2003 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems 2000 - 2003
Robert Half Technology 1998 - 2000
Sub Contractor 1991 - 2000
Skills
VMware, Networking, Active Directory, Microsoft Technologies, Software Documentation, Windows, Data Center, Microsoft Exchange, Virtualization, Integration, Windows Server, Solution Architecture, SharePoint, ITIL, Servers, Vendor Management, Technical Recruiting, IT Operations, Infrastructure, Citrix, Enterprise Architecture, IT Management, System Deployment, IT Service Management, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Risk..., Identity Management, Information Security, Information Technology, IT Strategy, DNS, System Administration, Cloud Computing, SDLC, Software Installation, Operating Systems, Visio, Security, Network Security, Databases, Technical Support, Windows XP
Education
Colorado Technical University
Bachelor Of Science in Information Technology
US Army Ranger Indoctrination Program
Amphenol Aerospace January 2008 - June 2012
Meridian Automotive Systems July 1995 - January 2008
Lescoa July 1988 - September 1995
Hackley Hospital January 1985 - July 1988
Skills
Strategy, Program Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Strategic Planning, IT Management, Management, Training, Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Integration, Business Intelligence, Team Building, Organizational..., SaaS, Project Planning, Team Leadership, Disaster Recovery, Change Management, Data Center, Staff Development, Executive Management, Budgets, Cross-functional Team..., Performance Management
Education
Aquinas College 1990 — 1993
Bachelors of Science, Computer Science
Baker College Business and Corporate Services 1984 — 1986
Associate Degree, Accounting / Data Processing
Southern Lithoplate Inc. January 2011 - Present
Konica Minolta Graphic Imaging USA / American Litho Inc December 2006 - January 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems 2004 - 2006
Magna Mirrors 2000 - 2004
Skills
HAZWOPER, Environmental Compliance, ISO 14001, EHS, RCRA, Hazardous Waste..., Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Awareness, Environmental..., Waste Management, EPA, Ergonomics, Remediation, Waste, Hazardous Materials, Industrial Safety, Occupational Health
Education
Ferris State University 1998 — 1999
IEHM, Industrial Environmental Health and Safey
WPI,LLC Spring Lake October 2011 - Present
Amphenol Borisch Technologies September 2010 - June 2011
Borisch Manufacturing Company April 2010 - October 2010
Meridian Automotive Systems September 2008 - July 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems May 1999 - September 2008
Lescoa, Inc. August 1976 - April 1999
Skills
Strategic Planning, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Procurement, Automotive, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Budgeting, Start-ups, New Business Development, Teaching, Coaching, Injection Molding, Business Management, Customer Relations, Operations Management, Budgets, Purchasing, APQP, Product Development, Process Engineering, Customer Service, Engineering, PPAP, Management, Kaizen, Supplier Quality, 5S, Supply Chain Management, Program Management, Manufacturing..., Leadership, Team Building, Value Stream Mapping, MRP, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Davenport University 1976 — 1978
Business Administration and Management, General
Davenport University 1974 — 1978
Associates, Business, 4.0
A.P. Plasman June 2015 - Present
A.P. Plasman March 2010 - Present
Grand Haven Plastics July 2009 - March 2010
Meridian Automotive Systems May 2003 - July 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems May 1999 - May 2003
Lescoa 1995 - 1999
Skills
Professional Ski..., New Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Automotive, Key Account Management, Sales & Marketing..., Manufacturing, Plastics, Sales Management, Accounts Receivable, Cost Reduction..., Continuous Improvement, Management, Injection Molding, Program Management, Engineering, Forecasting, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Start-ups, Sales, Business Development, Pricing, Budgets
Education
Ferris State University 1985 — 1987
B.S, Marketing/Advertising
Delta College 1983 — 1985
A.S., Architectural Technology
Bridgeport 1981 — 1983
Exide Technologies January 2010 - June 2013
General Cable 2006 - 2009
Rockwell Automation 2001 - 2006
Meridian Automotive Systems 2000 - 2001
Scottsburg Plastics 1994 - 1999
Education
Midwest Culinary Institute 2008 — 2009
Cleveland State University
University of Dayton
BS
Arbor Circle May 2015 - Present
Anchor Point Christian School June 2015 - Present
Youth For Christ - Juvenile Justice Ministries January 2009 - Present
Cornerstone University December 2014 - June 2015
Walker Tool & Die Inc. September 2013 - July 2014
mk & Associates March 1996 - September 2013
Hutchinson North American 2009 - 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems 2007 - 2009
Primer Plastics 2005 - 2009
Harbor Industries 2004 - 2009
Skills
IBM iSeries, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Operating Systems, Business Process..., EDI, Security, Technical Support, Training, Help Desk Support, Project Management, IBM AS/400, ERP, System Administration, Software Documentation, Lotus Notes, IT Management
Education
Davenport University 1981 — 1984
Associate's degree, Information Technology
Behler-Young Company June 2008 - Present
ATEK Medical, A Vention Medical Company April 2003 - January 2005
Medtronic July 1997 - April 2003
Meridian Automotive Systems May 2000 - April 2001
Benteler Automotive June 1992 - July 1997
Skills
Cost Accounting, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Accounting, Process Improvement, Account Management, Customer Service, Budgets, Forecasting
Education
Davenport University 1989 — 1997
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting and Business/Management
Hanes Industries July 2011 - Present
Hanes Industries September 2004 - July 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems April 2000 - September 2004
Skills
TS16949, Continuous Improvement, ISO 14001, Iso 9000, Internal Audit, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Supervising, Computer Maintenance, Data Entry, Data Management, Customer Service, Outlook, Forklift Operator, Accounting, Appointment Scheduling, Inventory Control, Google Apps, Adobe Acrobat, Administrative Work, Quality Assurance, ISO 9001, 6S, ISO 9000, ISO/TS 16949, Inventory Management, ISO, Sales
Education
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University 1987 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
Catawba Valley Community College 2003 — 2006
Information Technology
Hampton High School 1984 — 1987
GE Aviation September 2014 - Present
GE Aviation November 2011 - Present
Unison Engine Components / GE Aviation May 2010 - November 2011
GE Infrastructure (General Electric) July 2007 - May 2010
GE Infrastructure January 2005 - July 2007
Meridian Automotive Systems November 2002 - January 2005
Acoustiseal/Permaceal Automotive March 2002 - November 2002
Commerce Bank March 2000 - March 2002
AAA Allied Group 1999 - 2000
Library Services Company 1997 - 1999
Skills
Labor Relations, Succession Planning, Strategic Planning, Compensation Structure..., Leadership Development, Teaming, Employee Relations, Deferred Compensation, Organizational Design, Personnel Management, Performance Management, Employee Benefits, Policy, Recruiting, Compensation Structures, New Hire Orientations, Change Management, Human Resources, Leadership, Interviews, Training, Management, Benefits Administration, Career Development, Coaching, Compensation, Organizational..., Payroll, Strategy, Temporary Placement, Workforce Planning
Education
Baker University 2002 — 2004
MBA, Business Administration, emphasis HR
Kansas State University 1992 — 1995
BS, Business Administration, emphasis HR
FANUC America Corporation May 2014 - Present
CSP August 2010 - Present
Continental Structural Plastics January 2010 - Present
Erler Industries January 2009 - January 2010
Magna Composites LLC 2009 - 2010
Meridian Automotive Systems January 2008 - January 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems January 2004 - January 2008
Skills
Automotive, Fanuc, Robot, Robotics, Robot Programming, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Machine Tools, Lean Manufacturing, PPAP, TS16949, 5S, Automation, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., Quality Management, Process Engineering
Education
Tanta University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Tanta University
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Elsadat high school. Tanta
High school diploma
Erdman Anthony December 2010 - Present
Badger Technologies, Inc August 2005 - July 2010
Meridian Automotive Systems September 1996 - August 2005
Skills
Benefits, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Compensation, Employee Benefits, HRIS, Benefits Administration, Onboarding, Deferred Compensation, Succession Planning, Human Resources, Applicant Tracking..., Talent Acquisition, New Hire Orientations, Internet Recruiting, HR Policies, College Recruiting, Management, Recruiting, Leadership, Interviews
Education
Finger Lakes Community College
Associate's Degree, Computer Science
259 Air Traffic Control Squadron, Louisiana Air National Guard October 2011 - Present
259 Air Traffic Control Squadron, Louisiana Air National Guard 2008 - 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems 2006 - 2009
379th Communications Squadron, United States Air Force 2008 - 2008
258th Air Control Squadron 2004 - 2006
917th Bomb Wing, USAF 2001 - 2004
Skills
Security Clearance, Military, DoD, Military Experience, Military Operations, Defense, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office, Systems Engineering, Information Assurance, Electronics, Electrical Equipment, Mechanics, Mechanical Drawings, AutoCAD, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Automation, Employee Training, Air Force, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Carpentry, MIG Welding, Flight Safety, First Aid
Education
Community College of the Air Force 2006 — 2008
Associate of Science (A.S.), Electronic Systems Technology
Community College of the Air Force 2003 — 2005
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Aviation Maintenance Technology
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College 2002 — 2004
AAS Business Managment
Process / Project Engineer - Paint (Contract) January 2014 - Present
Genesis Casket (Contract) June 2013 - December 2013
AM General, LLC January 2007 - March 2013
AM General, LLC - HUMMER H2 Assy. Plant June 2005 - January 2007
AM General, LLC - HUMMER H2 Assy. Plant June 2000 - June 2005
Meridian Automotive Systems June 1999 - June 2000
Mack Trucks, Inc. August 1998 - June 1999
Batesville Casket Company 1988 - 1998
DuPont January 1984 - June 1988
ITW Ransburg March 1979 - January 1984
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Cost Reduction, Process Improvement, Product Development, Automotive, Manufacturing, Toyota Production System, Problem Solving, Manufacturing..., Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, Operations Management, Team Building, Program Management, Process Engineering, Cost, Strategic Planning, Management, APQP, Kaizen
Education
Ball State University
BS, Industrial Technology
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis
MS, Industrial Technology
University of Notre Dame
Visiting Scholar - Dept. of Chemistry
CommScope August 2015 - Present
TE Connectivity February 2013 - August 2015
TE Connectivity April 2012 - April 2013
TE Connectivity October 2002 - April 2012
Meridian Automotive Systems 2001 - 2002
Day International 1998 - 2001
Milliken & Company 1995 - 1998
Milliken & Company 1993 - 1995
Milliken & Company 1991 - 1993
Milliken & Company 1990 - 1991
Skills
TS16949, SPC, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing..., Automotive, DMAIC, Operational Excellence, Business Process..., Lean Transformation, Lean Operations, Lean Management, Lean Tools, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Project Management, Toyota Production System, Manufacturing, Product Development, Quality Management, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Quality Assurance, 5S, Quality System, Supplier Quality, TQM, ISO, Quality Control, Kanban, Manufacturing..., Minitab, Black Belt, Design of Experiments, Injection Molding, JIT, Manufacturing Operations, 5 Why, Process Capability, Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing, Process Engineering, SMED, MRP, TPM, 8D Problem Solving
Education
Elon University - Martha and Spencer Love School of Business 2013 — 2016
Masters in Business Administration, MBA
University of Alabama 1984 — 1989
BS, Chemistry / Biology
DTE Energy March 2012 - Present
DTE Energy April 2007 - March 2012
Meridian Automotive Systems 2000 - 2007
Skills
Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt
Education
Cornerstone University 2004 — 2005
MSM, Business Management
Serve U Success March 2014 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems September 1995 - October 2009
Kmart Corporation March 1988 - October 1990
Ionia County Nat'l Bank January 1988 - October 1990
Skills
Materials Management, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Lean Manufacturing
Education
Baker College Center for Graduate Studies 2010 — 2011
Associates, General Business Management
Baker College of Flint 2009 — 2011
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Gordon Food Service May 2011 - Present
Grand Rapids Community College July 2009 - May 2011
Custom Profile, Inc. August 2008 - October 2008
Redline Entertainment August 2003 - July 2008
Meridian Automotive Systems January 1996 - February 2006
Skills
Windows 7, Microsoft Office, XP, Visio, Outlook, Microsoft SQL Server, Troubleshooting, Visual Studio, Software Documentation, Access, SQL, Agile Methodologies, Unix
Education
Ferris State University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Information Systems, 3.93
Grand Rapids Community College
Associate in Applied Arts and Sciences, Computer Applications Technology, 3.975
CSM Training
CSM Training
Gilmore, Inc. June 2011 - Present
Tradewinds Furniture Ltd January 2009 - May 2011
Hekman Furniture June 2005 - January 2009
Concept Industries April 2001 - November 2003
Meridian Automotive Systems June 1997 - November 2000
Hekman Furniture August 1988 - June 1997
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing Operations, Team Building, Quality Control, Management, 5S, Product Development, Six Sigma, Process Engineering, Furniture
Education
Ferris State University 1991 — 1993
Engineering
Indiana University—Purdue University Fort Wayne 1983 — 1984
Varroc Lighting Systems August 2014 - Present
General Motors July 2010 - August 2014
Inergy Automotive Systems September 2008 - January 2009
Cadence Innovation September 2005 - August 2008
Quantum-Tecstar May 2003 - July 2005
Craig Assembly Inc. June 2001 - July 2003
Meridian Automotive Systems March 1997 - June 2001
Skills
PPAP, Supplier Quality, FMEA, Automotive, Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, GD&T, APQP, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Supplier Development, Continuous Improvement, Automotive Engineering, SPC, Testing, TS16949, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Geometric Dimensioning..., Management, Injection Molding, Software Documentation, 5S, Quality Management, Customer Service, ISO/TS 16949, VDA 6.3, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Troy 2010 — 2012
Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Networking Systems, 3.93
Cleary University 2005 — 2006
Quality Management
Machinist Training Institute 1996 — 1997
Machining
The University of Findlay 1993 — 1994
Computer Science
JR Automation May 2015 - Present
Century Technology Group / Data Strategy November 2012 - May 2015
Plante & Moran January 2010 - November 2012
Meridian Automotive Systems September 2007 - May 2009
Gordon Food Service June 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Auditing, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, GAAP, Financial Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Internal Audit, Financial Accounting, Tax, Financial Statements, Accounts Payable, Tax Preparation, Income Tax, Assurance, Microsoft Excel, Tax Returns, CPA, Fixed Assets
Education
Calvin College 2004 — 2008
BSPA
Kellogg Company April 2015 - Present
Kellogg Company May 2014 - April 2015
Kellogg Company December 2011 - May 2014
Kellogg Company December 2010 - December 2011
Flex-N-Gate July 2009 - December 2010
Meridian Automotive Systems April 2004 - July 2009
Snook's Home Improvements March 1999 - April 2004
Denso Manufacturing January 1997 - January 1999
Gordon Martin Builders January 1995 - January 1997
Stryker Medical 1991 - 1994
Skills
JDA Space Planning, Apollo, Nielsen Nitro, Nielsen Answers, ShopperMX virtual..., Mirosoft Excel withVBA
Education
Kellogg Community College 2008 — 2010
Associates, Business Administration
Kellogg Community College 2006 — 2009
Associates Degree, General Studies
Baker College Business and Corporate Services
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration
Battle Creek Central
Ventra GR5 LLC October 2013 - Present
Edward Jones April 2010 - October 2013
Meridian Automotive Systems January 2006 - July 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems June 1998 - January 2006
Lescoa Plant #7 April 1993 - June 1998
Lescoa Plant #4 April 1987 - April 1993
Skills
Human Resources, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Interviews, Manufacturing, Payroll, HRIS, Microsoft Excel, Training, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Deferred Compensation, Leadership, Management, Continuous Improvement, Policy
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1997 — 1998
Human Resources Management
Fanshawe College July 2012 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems June 1987 - October 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems April 1987 - June 2009
Skills
Employee Relations, Time Management, Human Resources, Teamwork, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Performance Management, Recruiting, Microsoft Office, Coaching, Training
Education
Fanshawe College 2009 — 2011
Diploma, Human Resources
Fanshawe College 2009 — 2011
human resources
Advantage Kentucky Alliance - MEP November 2012 - Present
Eureka! Ranch November 2011 - November 2012
Kentucky Manufacturing Assistance Center (KY MEP) December 2010 - November 2011
The Technical Palette March 2009 - February 2011
New Pig Corporation February 2005 - March 2009
Cooper Lighting January 2002 - February 2005
Meridian Automotive Systems December 1999 - January 2002
Lear Corporation January 1998 - December 1999
Skills
CAD, Business Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Information Systems, Market, Facilitators, Training Within Industry, Product Development, Product Design, Product Innovation, Strategic Planning, Voice of the Customer, Design for Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Start-ups, Market Research, Innovation Management, Product Management, Product Launch, New Business Development, Marketing, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Entrepreneurship, Customer Insight, Marketing Research, Six Sigma, Project Management, Process Improvement, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, B2B, Product Marketing, Business Strategy, Strategy, Budgets, Competitive Analysis, Integrated Marketing, Ethnography, Marketing Management, Retail
Education
Wayne State University 1993 — 1996
Bachelor's, Fine and Studio Arts
Henry Ford Community College 1991 — 1993
Associate, Applied Arts
GE Aviation July 2015 - Present
GE Aviation December 2005 - July 2015
Meridian Automotive Systems November 2004 - December 2005
Eaton September 1985 - November 2004
Education
Davenport University 1990 — 1994
Bachelors of Business Administration, Accounting
Davenport University 1983 — 1985
Associates of Business Administration, Accounting and Computer Programming
UMPH 2006 - Present
Akg Acoustics 2002 - 2006
Meridian Automotive Systems 2000 - 2001
Hekman Furniture Company 1999 - 2000
Nederveld Associates Inc 1997 - 1999
Rapistan Demag Corp 1987 - 1997
ITT Thompson Metals 1986 - 1987
General Motors Cadillac Division 1985 - 1986
Skills
Accounting, Financial Analysis, Cost Accounting, Inventory Management, Logistics, GAAP Compliance, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cash Management, Tax, Auditing, Payroll, Cash Flow Forecasting, Systems Implementations, Investments, Pensions, Continuous Improvement
Education
Grand Valley State University 1995 — 1996
MBA Program, Finance
Oklahoma Christian University 1982 — 1984
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
Rochester College 1980 — 1982
Associate's degree, Business
Nexteer Automotive September 2013 - Present
Fisker Automotive December 2009 - August 2013
Meridian Automotive Systems August 2006 - August 2009
Visteon April 2000 - July 2006
Ford Motor Company May 1992 - March 2000
Skills
Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Compensation, Organizational..., Government Relations, Talent Management, Personnel Management, Benefits Administration, Deferred Compensation, Change Management, Workforce Planning, Union Avoidance, Talent Acquisition, HRIS, Human Resources, Employee Benefits, Leadership Development, Onboarding, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Succession Planning, Organizational Design, HR Policies, Mergers & Acquisitions, Sourcing, Process Improvement, Restructuring, Executive Pay, Recruiting, Applicant Tracking..., Leadership, Industrial Relations, Compensation & Benefit, Start-ups, Team Building, Union, Incentive Programs, Compensation Structures, SPHR, Strategic HR, Strategy
Education
Wayne State University 1990 — 1992
MAIR, Industrial Relations
Central Michigan University 1985 — 1990
BS, Business Administration
Millann LLC January 2009 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems September 1999 - November 2006
Meridian Automotive Systems September 1999 - November 2006
Education
Appalachian State University 1983 — 1987
Dimension Data May 2015 - Present
Fortinet May 2011 - August 2014
HP August 2006 - June 2011
Henry Ford Health System 2006 - 2006
ACS Healthcare Solutions 2004 - 2006
Meridian Automotive Systems October 2003 - August 2004
Lason 2002 - 2002
INCAT 2001 - 2002
Lear 1998 - 2001
Compuware 1996 - 1998
Skills
Cisco Technologies, Network Security, VMware, Checkpoint, Juniper, Vulnerability Assessment, Routing, Fortinet, Penetration Testing, Load Balancing, Project Management, Program Management, Switching, Risk Management, Firewalls, Security, VPN, Networking, Data Center, Cloud Computing
Education
Ferris State University
Walled Lake Western
Walled Lake Western
Walled Lake Western
Michigan Masonic Museum and Library January 2015 - Present
ITT Technical Institute June 2004 - February 2014
Meridian Automotive Systems June 2003 - June 2004
Skills
Admissions, Higher Education, Student Affairs, Enrollment Management, Adult Education, Student Recruiting, Resume Writing, Staff Development, Career Counseling, Public Speaking, Academic Administration
Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School 2008 — 2011
Juris Doctor, litigation
Cleveland State University 1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
General Motors August 2014 - Present
Attica Hydraulic Exchange October 2013 - August 2014
DE-STA-CO March 2011 - October 2013
International Automotive Components July 2010 - March 2011
EFI 2007 - 2010
EFI 2007 - 2010
Diversified Machine Inc. 2005 - 2008
WF Whelan 2004 - 2005
Meridian Automotive Systems 2003 - 2004
Skills
APQP, Continuous Improvement, Inventory Control, Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Value Stream Mapping, Warehousing
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1984 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
Amway April 2014 - Present
Amway July 2012 - April 2014
Deloitte & Touche November 2010 - July 2012
Ross, Rosenthal, & Company September 2008 - December 2010
Deloitte September 2007 - September 2008
Meridian Automotive Systems May 2006 - August 2007
Wolverine World Wide 2004 - 2005
Skills
Auditing, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, GAAP, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Financial Statements, External Audit, US GAAP, Big 4, SEC filings, CPA, Financial Accounting, Enterprise Risk..., Financial Analysis, Internal Audit, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Process Improvement, Forecasting, Tax, Financial Audits, Finance
Education
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2007
Masters, Accounting
Calvin College 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Chrysler Group LLC October 2012 - Present
SANOVO TECHNOLOGY GROUP March 2012 - June 2012
Watson Engineering Inc. January 2012 - March 2012
Johnson Controls April 2011 - July 2011
Navistar Inc July 2010 - November 2010
Choice Aquariums December 2005 - October 2010
Meridian Automotive Systems November 2000 - August 2005
Federal Mogul Corporation February 1997 - September 2000
Lear Corporation September 1995 - February 1997
MascoTech February 1994 - September 1995
Skills
Cost Accounting, Accounting, Variance Analysis, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Auditing, Financial Analysis, Account Reconciliation, Fixed Assets, Cost Benefit, Forecasting, Payroll, Budgets, Manufacturing, QuickBooks, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Process Improvement, JD Edwards
Education
University of Michigan-Dearborn 1990 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting
Henry Ford Community College 1987 — 1990
Transfered, Accounting
Carhartt 2003 - Present
EUR Systems 2000 - 2003
Meridian Automotive Systems 1999 - 2000
Franks Nursery & Crafts 1999 - 1999
Art Van Furniture 1996 - 1999
Allstate Insurance 1992 - 1996
Skills
Business Analysis, Business Process, Business Intelligence, Business Process..., ERP, Process Improvement, Vendor Management, SAP, SDLC, Program Management, Project Management, Leadership, SAP R/3, SAP Implementation, IT Strategy
Education
Davenport University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Management Information Systems, General
Dean Foods May 2010 - Present
Fort Wayne Foundry May 2005 - July 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems May 1999 - May 2005
Lagrange Products Inc. November 1981 - May 1999
Skills
5S, ISO, ISO 14001, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Management, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, Value Stream Mapping, Troubleshooting, Operations Management, Factory
Education
Ivy Tech Community College 2009 — 2011
AAS, Advanced Manufacturing
Columbia Southern University 2004 — 2007
Occupational Health and Safety
NN Global Ball Division August 2014 - Present
InterFace Sealing Solutions July 2013 - July 2014
Palmer Hamilton LLC January 2010 - August 2013
Weather Shield Door Division September 2008 - August 2010
Meridian Automotive Systems June 2005 - July 2006
NEWMAN TECHNOLOGY OF SOUTH CAROLINA June 2002 - June 2005
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Management, Plant Management, Manufacturing, Automotive, Manufacturing Operations, Toyota Production System, Stamping, JIT, 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, Injection Molding, Union, Plant, PPAP, Plastics, Cost Reduction, Operations Management, Manufacturing..., Executive Management, Corporate culture change, Cost Reduction..., Turn Around Management, World Class Organiztion, Capital Budgeting, Capital Project, Cellular Manufacturing, OEM Production, Plant Operations, Multi Site Operations, Operations start up, World Class..., On Time Delivery, Welding Process, Organizational Culture, Senior Executive..., Workforce Management, Labor Relations, Performance Improvement, Production Managment, Profit and Loss..., Team Leadership, Process Leadership, Decision Making..., Customer Driven, New Product Development, Operating Budgets, Operations Process...
Education
The Ohio State University 1988 — 2008
masters, labor/human resources
Central Michigan University 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), management
rogers city high school 1966 — 1970
DIploma
Altair Engineering January 2011 - Present
Altair Engineering October 2007 - Present
Cascade Engineering, Inc. October 2001 - September 2007
Hoff and Associates March 1999 - October 2001
Meridian Automotive Systems July 1996 - March 1999
Management Recruiters 1992 - 1992
Management Recruiters 1991 - 1991
Skills
Finite Element Analysis, Nastran, Engineering, Hypermesh, Injection Molding, Plastics, Moldflow, Automotive, CAE, Abaqus, Manufacturing, FMEA, Cost Reduction, Lean Manufacturing, LS-DYNA, Optimization, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Materials, Linux, Radioss, Publishing, PPAP, Simulations, Aerospace, Manufacturing..., Machine Tools, Product Design, Design of Experiments, Design for Manufacturing, Catia
Education
James Madison University - College of Business 2007 — 2007
CM (Certified Manager), Management
Ferris State University 1995 — 1997
BS, Plastics Engineering Technology
Grand Rapids Community College 1992 — 1996
AAS, Plastics Engineering
Aquinas College 1989 — 1991
BA, Philosophy
Culver Military Academy 1982 — 1987
College Prep
Spectrum Health Accounts Payable MgrSpectrum-Health Hospital2007 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems September 2006 - April 2007
Meijer 1995 - 2001
Skills
Accounts Payable, Financial Analysis, Management, Financial Reporting, Accounting
Education
Aquinas College 1978 — 1982
BSBA, Business Economics
Northern Tier Energy September 2013 - August 2014
Koch Pipeline Company, LP October 2007 - August 2013
Barnes Group Aerospace Division June 2001 - October 2007
Meridian Automotive Systems March 2000 - June 2001
Double Eagle Steel Coating Company April 1998 - December 1999
Skills
Occupational Health, Inspection, Industrial Safety, Continuous Improvement, Training, Project Planning, Quality Management, Management, Workplace Safety, HAZWOPER, ISO, Project Management, Program Management, Kaizen
Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science, Occupational Safety and Health Management
University of Phoenix, Lansing MI 2003 — 2005
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Human Resources, Magna Cum Laude
Luke M Powers 1988 — 1992
Magna International August 2012 - Present
ABC Group October 2009 - August 2012
Swoboda 2006 - January 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems 2004 - 2006
Royal Plastics 1996 - 2004
Ranir LLC 1995 - 1996
Skills
5S, Automotive, Lean Manufacturing, Injection Molding, PPAP, Plastics, APQP, FMEA, Engineering, Manufacturing, SPC, TS16949, Machine Tools, Stamping, Continuous Improvement
Education
Ferris State University 1991 — 1995
BS, Plastics Engineering Technology
Kandle Interprises, Inc December 2006 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems August 1997 - December 2006
Meridian Automotive Systems January 1993 - December 2006
Lescoa 1988 - December 2006
United Technologies Automotive 1980 - December 2006
Meridian Automotive Systems 1988 - 2006
Skills
Web Site Design, JavaScript, Product Design, Automotive, GD&T, FMEA, Microsoft Office, HTML
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2010 — 2012
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1980 — 1984
Associates, Mechanical Design
ADAC Plastics April 2001 - Present
Leslie Metal Arts Co., Inc, (LESCOA) September 1989 - November 2000
Meridian Automotive Systems 2000 - 2000
Lescoa 1989 - 2000
Keeler Brass Company April 1987 - April 1989
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1961 — 1963
None, Engineering
R&R Engineering January 2015 - Present
Pattonair June 2012 - December 2014
Technical Recruiting Solutions December 2010 - July 2012
Graduate Student August 2007 - June 2012
MANCOR March 2008 - February 2010
Navistar December 2005 - April 2006
BRC RUBBER 2004 - 2005
Meridian Automotive Systems 2000 - 2003
North American Lighting April 1997 - September 2000
New Venture Gear January 1993 - January 1996
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Critical Thinking, Liaison, Business, Root Cause Problem..., Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Kaizen, Automotive, APQP, PPAP, SPC, Supplier Quality, Quality System, 5S
Education
Anderson University 2009 — 2012
MBA, Business Administration
Purdue University 2009 — 2012
MST, Engineering Technology
Indiana Wesleyan University 2002 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Business
Inteva Products LLC April 2011 - Present
Computer and Engineering Services, Inc. April 2010 - April 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems January 2004 - November 2008
Plastic Omnium 2003 - 2003
EA Services 2002 - 2003
Magna Steyr 1996 - 2002
United Technologies Automotive 1994 - 1996
General Motors 1982 - 1994
Skills
Automotive, Injection Molding, Program Management, Extrusion, Product Development, GD&T, PPAP, Manufacturing, DFMEA, Continuous Improvement, Stamping, APQP, Product Design, Manufacturing...
Education
Kettering University 1986 — 1989
Master of Science, Manufacturing Management
Ferris State University 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Science, Business Management
Ferris State University 1978 — 1980
Associate of Applied Science, Plastics Technology
IAC Group January 2011 - Present
Wilbert Plastic Services September 2009 - January 2011
Dale Carnegie Training 2007 - 2010
Meridian Automotive Systems March 2009 - July 2009
ComputerTraining.edu 2009 - 2009
IAC Group March 1998 - November 2008
IAC 2004 - 2008
International Automotive Components - IACNA 2001 - 2008
International Automotive Components,N.A. 1998 - 2008
Lear Corporation 1999 - 2007
Education
Ferris State University 1990 — 1995
Plastics Engineering, Plastics
Computer Training.com
DTE Energy May 2008 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems 2000 - May 2008
Medtronic 1996 - 2000
Textron Fastening Systems 1993 - 1996
Skills
Manufacturing, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, Process Engineering, Injection Molding, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Automotive, Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC, 5S, SPC, FMEA
Education
Cornerstone University 2003 — 2005
Masters of Business Administration, Business
Ferris State University 1991 — 1993
Business Management, Management
Northwestern Michigan College 1989 — 1991
Aviation, Aviation
Middleville Tool and Die Company, Inc. May 2012 - Present
Primerica June 2005 - Present
Ventra Grand Rapids Plant 5 July 2009 - June 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems 2004 - June 2009
Skills
Purchasing, Management, Automotive, Supply Chain, Forecasting, Lean Manufacturing, Team Building, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, New Business Development, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Negotiation, Inventory Management, Continuous Improvement, Finance, Product Development, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Sales Management, Procurement, 5S, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Sales, APQP
Education
Goshen College 1996 — 1998
bs, Business Management
South Christian High School
Regency Plastics January 2012 - Present
Continental Plastics February 2010 - February 2012
Merle Norman Cosmetics 2005 - March 2010
Cadence Innovation January 2005 - September 2005
Meridian Automotive Systems March 2000 - December 2004
Meridian Automotive 2000 - 2004
Key Plastics 1998 - 2000
Textron Automotive Company 1992 - 1998
Dott Industries 1978 - 1994
Education
Central Michigan University 1992 — 1994
Business Administration
Ferris State University April 2014 - Present
Ferris State University October 2011 - March 2014
Ferris State University February 2004 - October 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems 1994 - 2004
DeLisle Associates, LTD March 1994 - October 1994
Prince Corporation May 1993 - March 1994
Skills
Supervisory Skills, Training, First Aid, Emergency Management, Risk Assessment, Leadership, Safety Management..., Hazardous Materials, Construction Safety, Workplace Safety, Policy, Ergonomics, Industrial Safety, EHS, Industrial Hygiene
Education
Grand Valley State University
BS, Occupational Safety and Health Management
Meridian Automotive Systems February 1994 - 2009
Education
Delta College 1988 — 1990
Associate, Criminal Justice
TI Automotive June 2010 - Present
TI Automotive September 2009 - May 2010
The Bartech Group August 2009 - August 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems February 2008 - July 2009
Delphi January 2004 - February 2008
Delphi January 1997 - December 2003
Delphi November 1991 - December 1996
GM and Delphi June 1979 - October 1991
Skills
Operations Management, Project Management, Program Management, Automotive, Process Improvement, Management, Outsourcing
Education
Six Sigma 2006 — 2006
Green Belt
American Comm Schools
Central Michigan University
MA, Business
Fairleigh Dickinson University
BA
Family Christian 2014 - 2015
Martinrea International March 2013 - May 2013
Dematic September 2011 - March 2012
Johnson Controls January 2011 - September 2011
Management Resources Development July 2009 - December 2010
Meridian Automotive Systems June 2003 - May 2008
JL French January 2000 - January 2002
JL French 1999 - 2000
Manpower Technical 1998 - 1999
NK Manufacturing Technologies 1996 - 1998
Skills
A+, MCSA, CCNA, Novell Certified, Windows Server, Troubleshooting, Backup Exec, Active Directory, VMware, Windows 7, Servers, Symantec Antivirus, Cisco Technologies, Lotus Notes, Cisco Call Manager, Windows, DHCP, DNS, Lotus Domino, Visio
Education
Ferris State University 2005 — 2006
Computer Science
Grand Rapids Community College 1998 — 2001
Computer Science
Ottawa ISD
Jenison Sr High
Grand Valley State University
BA, Graphic Art; Advertising Design
Martinrea BCA April 2014 - Present
Diversified Machine August 2012 - Present
Nishikawa Standard Company February 2008 - November 2011
Tenneco May 2003 - November 2006
Meridian Automotive Systems May 2002 - March 2003
Skills
PPAP, TS16949, 5S, SPC, Supplier, Automotive, Problem Solving, Team Leadership, Root Cause Analysis, Quality Engineering, Minitab, GD&T, Poka Yoke, Quality Tools, Supplier Quality, Stamping, FMEA, APQP, Quality Management, ASQ Member, ASQ Certified Six Sigma..., Kaizen, PFMEA, Six Sigma
Education
Ball State University 1977 — 1982
BS, Industrial Education
Lacks Trim Systems November 2013 - Present
Lacks Trim Systems June 2012 - November 2013
Ventra Fowlerville September 2009 - June 2012
Key Plastics February 2008 - March 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems 2007 - 2008
Cadence Innovation 2005 - 2007
Venture Industries 1996 - 2005
Skills
5S, APQP, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, FMEA, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., PPAP, Paint, Root Cause Analysis, TS16949, Value Stream Mapping, Toyota Production System, ISO/TS 16949, Six Sigma
Education
Baker College Business and Corporate Services 1999 — 2006
Associates, Mechanical Engineering
Ventra Ionia Main, LLC July 2009 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems November 1999 - July 2009
Couturier Iron Craft June 1992 - November 1999
Enprotech June 1989 - June 1992
Skills
Auditing, Financial Reporting, Budgets, Cost Accounting, Accounting, Forecasting, Mapics, Financial Analysis, General Ledger, Variance Analysis, Fixed Assets, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Process Improvement, Internal Controls, Finance
Education
Central Michigan University 1986 — 1988
BSBA, Accounting, Finance
Lansing Community College 1983 — 1986
Associate in Business
Mico Industries April 2015 - September 2015
Matcor Automotive Inc. April 2008 - April 2015
Gill Tool & Die October 2006 - April 2008
Meridian Automotive Systems 2000 - 2006
Skills
Cost Accounting, Process Improvement, General Ledger, JD Edwards, Financial Reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Software Documentation, Financial Analysis, Finance, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Budgets, Forecasting, Accounting
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1988 — 1994
Business, Accounting
Plastic Trim International October 2009 - Present
Joe Know's LLC July 2004 - September 2008
Polynorm February 2003 - May 2004
Polynorm May 2002 - February 2003
Johnson Controls Automotive December 2000 - May 2002
Lear Corporation April 1999 - December 2000
Meridian Automotive Systems February 1998 - March 1999
Skills
PowerPoint, Word, Access, APQP, PPAP, Microsoft Word, TS16949
Education
Central Michigan University 1999 — 2000
Mathematics
Indiana University-Purdue University at Fort Wayne 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (BS), Statistics and Business Finance
Henry Ford Community College 1989 — 1993
Associates in Liberal Arts, Mathematics
Ogemaw Heights 1981 — 1985
HS Diploma
Information Technology & Professional Services July 2009 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems January 1997 - July 2009
InformationTechnology & Professional Services 1996 - 1997
Preferred Technical Group 1994 - 1996
AGS Consulting 1990 - 1992
Tri City Computer Consultants 1987 - 1990
SWACO Geolograh 1986 - 1987
Education
Central Michigan University 1982 — 1986
BSBA, Finance/Computer Science
Magna Mirrors Lowell Division April 2011 - Present
Magna Mirrors March 2008 - April 2011
Peace Corps October 2002 - December 2004
Meridian Automotive Systems June 1996 - May 2001
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Automotive, Engineering, Lean Manufacturing
Education
Davenport University 2013 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Finance
Kettering University 1996 — 2001
BS Mechanical Engineering, Plastic Product Design
East Side Baptist Church February 2007 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems May 2002 - February 2008
Guardian Industries November 1999 - May 2002
Somer Alibert Industry May 1996 - July 1999
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Toyota Production System, Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, Automotive, Manufacturing..., Team Building, Process Improvement, Product Development, Operations Management, Budgets, Process Engineering, Purchasing, Injection Molding
Education
DeVry University-Missouri 1999 — 2000
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Meridian Automotive Systems May 2007 - June 2009
Skills
Injection Molding, APQP, Plastics
Education
Ferris State University 2004 — 2007
BS, Plastics Engineering Technology
Magneti Marelli June 2014 - Present
Lacks Wheel Trim Systems November 2011 - November 2013
Grammer Industries October 2008 - November 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems January 2000 - October 2008
Skills
PPAP, Automotive, Stamping, Injection Molding, Continuous Improvement, APQP, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Purchasing, Engineering, Program Management, Forecasting, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, New Business Development
Education
Walsh College of Accountancy and Business Administration 2003 — 2005
MBA
Central Michigan University
Meridian Automotive Systems May 2001 - July 2009
Automotive Products, USA November 1999 - May 2001
Automotive Products, USA March 1998 - November 1999
Education
Baker College Business and Corporate Services 2004 — 2006
Bachelors, Business Administration
Crown Equipment Corporation June 2012 - Present
ELSA LLC September 2009 - June 2012
Meridian Automotive Systems October 2006 - August 2010
Meridian Automotive Systems October 2005 - October 2006
Meridian Automotive Systems June 2003 - October 2005
Meridian Automotive Systems August 2002 - May 2003
Oxford Automotive Group June 2000 - August 2002
Oxford Automotive Group June 1999 - August 2000
Skills
Kaizen, 5S, JIT, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, TS16949, Manufacturing..., FMEA, PPAP, Toyota Production System, APQP, Automotive, Manufacturing, Stamping, SPC, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, MRP
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2010 — 2014
MBA, Business
Dalhousie University 1996 — 1999
BS, Industrial Engineering
Dalhousie University 1992 — 1996
BS, Mathematics and Diploma in Engineering
Meridain Automotive Systems industrial designermeridian Automotive Systems2000 - 2009
meridian Automotive Systems 2000 - 2009
Meridain automotive 1999 - 2009
lescoa 1990 - 2009
Education
College for Creative Studies 1989 — 1995
bfa
MRR Consulting September 2009 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems 2005 - 2009
Morgan Stanley 2004 - 2005
Dynaflex Corporation: Grand Rapids & Chicago 2002 - 2004
Finish Corp. & Track Corp. 2000 - 2002
Acemco Incorporated January 1993 - January 2000
Skills
Manufacturing, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Analysis, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, General Ledger, Team Building, Accounting, Time Management, Financial Reporting, Management, Human Resources, Insurance, Pricing, Forecasting, Internal Controls, Cost Accounting, Automotive, Finance, Risk Management, Process Improvement, Customer Service, Negotiation, Continuous Improvement, JD Edwards, Cash Management, Start-ups, System Administration, Auditing, Sarbanes-Oxley Act
Education
Central Michigan University
M.B.A., Management
Michigan State University
B.A., Finance / Accounting
Meridian Automotive Systems August 2004 - July 2009
Accountemps 2003 - 2004
JES Management 2000 - 2003
Jackson Small Business Service August 1995 - June 2000
Skills
Accounts Payable, Cost Accounting, General Ledger, Accounting, Auditing, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Payroll Taxes, Taxes, 1040,..., Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, SAP, Tax, Variance Analysis, Cash Flow
Education
Davenport University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Admin., Accounting Information Mgt.
Knape & Vogt June 2014 - Present
Workrite Ergonomics October 2012 - June 2014
WorkRite Ergonomics April 2008 - October 2012
Meridian Automotive Systems 2006 - 2008
Meridian Automotive Systems 2003 - 2005
Meridian Automotive Systems 2001 - 2003
Meridian Automotive Systems 1999 - 2001
ADAC Automotive 1996 - 1999
United Technologies 1991 - 1996
Skills
Plant Management, Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System, Manufacturing, Automotive, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., Forecasting, MRP, Negotiation, Kanban, JIT, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Cross-functional Team..., ISO, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, Value Stream Mapping, Product Development, SPC, Inventory Management, Root Cause Analysis, Injection Molding, Manufacturing..., PPAP, FMEA
Education
Central Michigan University 1990 — 1991
MBA, International Business
Central Michigan University 1986 — 1990
BS, Finance
Meridian Automotive 1976 - 2009
Meridian Automotive 1976 - 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems 1976 - 2009
Education
Central Michigan University 1996 — 2000
BS, Business/Marketing
Meridian Lightweight Technologies Inc. 2014 - Present
Meridian Lightweight Technologies Inc. October 2009 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems May 2007 - August 2009
GDX Automotive September 2006 - April 2007
GDX Automotive April 2006 - September 2006
Oxford Automotive, Inc. January 2005 - March 2006
Oxford Automotive, Inc. March 1999 - January 2005
Meritor Automotive April 1998 - May 1999
Lear Corporation July 1996 - April 1998
Lear Corporation December 1994 - July 1996
Education
Walsh College
Masters, Finance
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelors, Accounting
Proos Manufacturing, Inc. / Proos Fabrication, Inc. July 2014 - Present
Harter Stamping January 2010 - June 2014
Inprax October 2008 - February 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems June 1977 - August 2008
Skills
TS16949, PPAP, Supplier Quality, FMEA, APQP, Poka Yoke, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, SPC, Automotive, Stamping, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Injection Molding, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Process Improvement, Quality System, Toyota Production System, ISO, ISO/TS 16949
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1986 — 2001
2 year, Quality
Meridian Automotive Systems July 1997 - July 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems July 1997 - July 2009
Skills
Automotive, MRP, Paint, Injection Molding, Stamping, Purchasing, APQP, Lean Manufacturing, TS16949
Education
Aquinas College
BSBA, Business Management
Stryker Instruments August 2015 - Present
Stryker Instruments June 2008 - August 2015
Stryker Medical June 2008 - June 2013
Lacks Enterprises June 2004 - June 2008
Meridian Automotive Systems May 2000 - May 2004
Skills
Medical Devices, Product Design, Design for Manufacturing, Industrial Design, Product Development, CAD, Design Thinking, Injection Molding, Manufacturing, R&D, Product Innovation, Packaging, Concept Development, AutoCAD, Design Control, Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team..., Sketchbook Pro, Design Engineering, Plastics, Design Strategy, FDA, Concept Generation, Hypershot, Strategic Design, Rhino 3D, Product Launch, Concept Design, Design Management, User-centered Design, User Research, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketching, User Interface Design, Ethnography, Brand Development, User Interface, Molding, Keyshot, Rhino
Education
Western Michigan University 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Industrial and Product Design
College for Creative Studies
Transportation Design
TI Automotive July 2014 - Present
Nexteer Automotive October 2013 - July 2014
Fisker Automotive August 2010 - October 2013
Meridian Automotive Systems September 2005 - August 2010
Delphi Automotive Systems February 1999 - September 2005
Guardian Industries April 1995 - February 1999
Skills
Finance, Financial Transactions, General Insurance, Corporate Governance, Joint Ventures, Intellectual Property, Commercial Litigation, Mergers, Due Diligence, Contract Negotiation, Start-ups, Negotiation, Restructuring, Corporate Law, Corporate Finance, Strategy, Acquisitions, Divestitures, Private Equity, Venture Capital, Risk Management, Business Strategy, International Business, Patents, M&A experience, Mergers & Acquisitions, Management, Licensing, Software License..., Executive Management, Securities Regulation, Employment Law, IPO, Human Resources, Trademarks, Trade Secrets, Litigation Management, Bankruptcy, Legal Assistance
Education
Harvard Law School 1987 — 1990
JD, Law
University of Michigan 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters
Cornerstone Home Health Inc March 2012 - Present
Not applicable at this time February 2009 - March 2012
Complete Home Health Care, LLC 2008 - 2010
Complete Home Health Care, LLC 2008 - 2010
ASL Medical July 2008 - November 2008
Employment Giant, LLC July 2008 - November 2008
Comprehensive Home Health Care May 2008 - July 2008
Meridian Automotive Systems November 1992 - May 2008
Cambridge Industries 1997 - 2000
Aero Detroit 1992 - 1994
Skills
Employee Relations, Human Resources, Management
Education
Penn 2010 — 2011
Medical Office Manager
Davenport University
Business Management
General Dynamics Information Technology September 2012 - March 2015
Hickory Hills Golf Course May 2003 - September 2012
Meridian Automotive Systems May 1997 - May 2003
Kmart Corporation August 1988 - March 1997
Skills
Research, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Management, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Sales, Purchasing, Training, Logistics Management
Education
Ferris State University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting and Finance
Midland High School
Vention Medical, Inc. February 2012 - Present
Micro Machine Company August 2010 - February 2012
Metaldyne 2004 - 2010
Metaldyne 2003 - 2004
Meridian Automotive Systems 2002 - 2003
Meridian Automotive Systems 1997 - 2002
Gill Industries 1994 - 1997
Education
Ferris State University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Caledonia High School 1976 — 1980
Kendall Electric August 2008 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems May 1998 - August 2008
Skills
Allen Bradley, Control Systems Design, Engineering, Motion Control, HMIs, SCADA, Industrial Control, PLC, Automation, Control Logic, Process Automation, Machine Vision, Allen-Bradley, Robotics, Manufacturing, Variable Frequency...
Education
Ferris State University 1997 — 1998
Bachelors, Manufacturing Engineering
Lansing Community College 1993 — 1997
Associates, Industrial Automation
Jace Medical March 2015 - Present
Par-Kan Company November 2012 - February 2015
Zimmer December 2011 - November 2012
Zimmer September 2006 - December 2011
MPI International LLC 2004 - 2006
MPI International LLC 2001 - 2004
Meridian Automotive Systems 2000 - 2001
MPI International LLC 1998 - 2000
Glacier Vandervell 1996 - 1998
Skills
Six Sigma, Design Control, Process Validation, Quality System..., FDA, Continuous Improvement, Quality System, Process Capability, Medical Devices, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, PFMEA, ISO, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing..., V&V, SPC, Cross-functional Team..., DFMEA
Education
Indiana University South Bend 2001 — 2006
MBA
X6 Sigma Consulting Group 2010 — 2010
Certificate, Green Belt
Ball State University 1989 — 1996
BS, Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Ottawa County CMH April 2014 - Present
Ottawa County August 2011 - April 2014
Ottawa County October 2010 - August 2011
Dennen Steel Corp April 2010 - October 2010
Meridian Automotive Systems 2004 - 2009
Education
Aquinas College 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Management Information Systems, General
Michigan State University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mathematics
Michigan State University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mathematics
Stanley Black and Decker August 2011 - Present
Johnson Controls Inc. (JCIM, LLC) May 2002 - July 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems February 2000 - August 2001
Carlisle Engineered Products February 1998 - February 2000
General Cable December 1993 - April 1998
Skills
Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Customer Service, Word, AS400, JD Edwards, Inventory Management, Customer Relations, Materials Management, Microsoft Excel, Manufacturing, Purchasing
Education
Baker College Business and Corporate Services 2009 — 2011
Bachelor, Health Service Administration, Human Resources
Davenport University 1994 — 1997
Associates, Business Administration
Bourque Enterprises August 2009 - Present
Intertek July 2005 - August 2009
Meridian Automotive Systems August 1999 - May 2005
Education
Aquinas College 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Studies, Geography
Employment April 2010 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems December 2005 - April 2009
Skills
2012-Grand Rapids..., 2010-Microsoft Office..., 2010-Work Keys, 2007-Microsoft Excel..., 2002-Medical Insurance..., 1997-Microsoft Office,...
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General, Office Administration
SGL Carbon August 2013 - Present
SGL Group - The Carbon Company January 2009 - August 2013
SGL Carbon August 2007 - January 2009
Shurtape Technologies, LLC August 2004 - August 2007
Meridian Automotive Systems January 2002 - August 2004
SGL Carbon December 1995 - January 2002
Skills
Maintenance & Repair, Continuous Improvement, Project Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance Management, Project Management, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Process Engineering, Welding, Kaizen, 5S, Factory, ISO, Process Improvement, Team Building
Education
UNC Charlotte 1993 — 1995
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute 1990 — 1993
Associate's Degree, Drafting & Design
Infor Global Solutions February 2011 - Present
Infor Global Solutions August 2005 - February 2011
Meridian Automotive Systems January 2003 - July 2005
Family Christian Stores 1997 - 2003
Skills
Help Desk Support, Software Testing, IBM iSeries, Problem Solving, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Baan ERP, ERP LN, Customer Support, Mentoring, Data Analysis, Data Center..., Business Process..., Training, Troubleshooting, Technical Documentation, Microsoft SQL Server, Software Implementation, SharePoint, SQL, Testing, Software Project..., SDLC, Project Planning, Data Center, Oracle, ERP, Baan, Unix, Requirements Analysis, Process Improvement, Visio, Windows, Windows Server, Team Building, Databases, Manufacturing, Data Migration, Perl, Visual Basic, Cisco Call Manager, JavaScript, Cloud Computing, Access, Software Documentation, Windows 7, Citrix, Team Leadership, System Administration, Management
Education
Ferris State University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Information Systems
Delta College 1986 — 1986
General Studies
Eisenhower High School 1982 — 1986
BISSELL Homecare, Inc. Quality EngineerGenesis SeatingNovember 2005 - March 2012
Meridian Automotive Systems November 2000 - November 2005
Skills
Microsoft Office, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, Microsoft Excel, Value Stream Mapping, SPC, AutoCAD, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Engineering
Education
Ferris State University
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Mayfield College UK
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Chemical Physics
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemical Physics
The Fresh Market June 2012 - Present
Big Rapids Appraisals 2003 - May 2012
Oakwood Townhouses 2007 - 2008
Phillips Appraisals 2002 - 2003
Meridian Automotive Systems May 2000 - August 2000
Ferris State University 1996 - 2000
Cascade Engineering May 1999 - August 1999
Century 21 1990 - 1997
Main Street Bakery 1987 - 1990
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Lean Thinking, Sales, Baking, Injection Molding, Property Management
Education
Ferris State University
BS, Plastics Engineering Technology
Ferris State University
BS, Business Administration
Meridian Automotive Systems May 2011 - Present
University of Michigan Naval ROTC September 2010 - September 2015
Skills
Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, Manufacturing, Six Sigma
Education
Eastern Michigan University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemistry
Hearthside Food Solutions June 2010 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems May 1992 - November 2008
Lescoa Inc. 1992 - 2000
Keeler Brass January 1988 - May 1992
Skills
5S, Root Cause Analysis, Food Safety, HACCP, SPC, Food Industry, Lean Manufacturing, Quality System, Process Improvement, Quality Control, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Kaizen, Warehousing, Six Sigma, Food Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, TPM, ISO, TQM, Production Planning, Food Processing, Quality Management, Operational Excellence, Plant Management, Supplier Quality, FMEA, Materials Management, Process Engineering, Quality Assurance, Quality Auditing
Education
Cornerstone University 2009 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Business Management
GRCC 1985 — 1988
Associate's degree, Quality Science
Faurecia Production SupervisorFaureciaAugust 2010 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems April 2002 - July 2009
Education
Colorado Technical University 2009 — 2011
Some College, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Inkster High School 1988 — 1991
Some College, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Paragon Films, Inc. July 2013 - Present
Hickory Construction October 2006 - July 2013
Paragon Films 2013 - 2013
Sara Lee Food & Beverage January 2005 - September 2006
Meridian Automotive Systems January 1998 - December 2005
Meridian Automotive Systems 1992 - 1998
Meridian Automotive Systems 1990 - 1992
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Outlook, Public Speaking, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Employee Benefits, Human Resources, Recruiting, Policy, Personnel Management, Program Management, Administration, Negotiation, Sales, Organizational..., EEOC, COBRA, Compensation & Benefit, Affirmative Action, Performance Management, Purchasing, Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, Employee Handbooks, FMLA, Deferred Compensation, Union, ADP Payroll
Education
Catawba Valley Community College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Accounting and Computer Science
Bandys High School
General Studies
Ionia ISD September 2007 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems September 1994 - April 2001
Driftway Inn July 1993 - October 1995
Skills
Learning Disabilities, Fundraising, Psychology, Cpr Certified, Windows, Classroom, Quality Assurance, Servers, Video Editing, Microsoft Word
Education
Alma Public Schools 2005 — 2005
High School Equivalency Certificate, GED certification
Ferris State University 1993 — 1993
Certificate of completion, Plastic Injection Molding
None August 2011 - Present
Currently Unemployed September 2015 - September 2015
Meridian Automotive Systems 1996 - 2010
X-Ray Industries, Inc. 1992 - 1996
Skills
Quality Control, PPAP, APQP, Validation, Continuous Improvement, Automotive, 5S, Lean Manufacturing
Education
College of the Canyons
Two and one-half year certification course, Mechanical Technology
Don Bosco Technical Institute
4-year certification program, Level II Penetrant Inspection and Level II Radiographic Inspection
Ivy Tech Community College October 2012 - Present
GKN Sinter Metals January 2009 - Present
Meridian Automotive Systems November 2007 - November 2008
ATS April 2007 - November 2007
Nishikawa Cooper April 1997 - April 2007
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Automotive, Kaizen
Education
Cleveland State University