Benteler Automotive
Industry: Holding company
DescriptionBenteler International AG is a holding company in German family ownership. The Group companies operate worldwide in the fields of automotive technology, steel and tube production, engineering and distribution. The headquarters of Benteler International AG is in Salzburg, as of 2010. The owner is the Benteler family. Revenue: 7.856 billion EUR (2017) Headquarters: Paderborn, Germany Number of employees: 30,000 Founded: 1876 Key people: Ralf Göttel, CEO; Guido Huppertz, CFO; Isabel Diaz Rohr, Member of the Executive Board Subsidiaries: Benteler Stahl/rohr Gmbh,
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Benteler Automotive Employees
Benteler Automotive January 2006 - Present
SPX/Contech 2004 - 2006
Skills
Troubleshooting, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, PLC Ladder Logic, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Automotive, PLC, Electronics, Process Engineering, Robotics, Process Improvement, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing, FMEA
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Fort Wayne 1990 — 1992
Associate's Degree, Electronics Engineering Technology
Benteler Automotive 2013 - 2014
Volkswagen of America, Inc March 2011 - November 2013
Ford Motor Company January 1988 - October 2010
United States Navy ROTC University of Michigan Ann Arbor January 2001 - January 2002
Ford Motor Company November 1991 - June 1999
Ford Motor Company April 1989 - November 1991
Ford Motor Company January 1988 - April 1989
McDonald's Restaurant June 1984 - January 1988
Skills
Kanban, Engineering, Machine Tools, Vehicles, Leadership, ISO 14001, Testing, Training, Iso 9000, Automotive, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, PPAP, FMEA, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing
Education
Henry Ford Community College 1998 — 2000
Associates, Liberal Arts
US Army September 2009 - Present
Benteler Automotive December 1994 - Present
US Army September 2011 - August 2013
Skills
EMT, PHTLS, PPCT, MIG welding, TIG Welding, Coaching, BCT3, Kalamazoo County..., 68W Combat Medic, 56M Chaplain Assistant, Security Clearance, Industrial Safety, Military Experience, Military, Training, Army, Team Building, Leadership, Military Operations
Education
Galesburg Augusta High School
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Advantage Sales & Marketing February 2013 - Present
Benteler Automotive May 2012 - January 2013
Kuyper College August 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Process Improvement, Microsoft Excel
Education
Kuyper College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's Degree, Business Leadership, Graduated
Benteler Automotive July 2008 - Present
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Jacksonville 2003 — 2004
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
Lopes group May 2014 - Present
Park N' Fly July 2013 - April 2014
RJ McCarthy’s June 2012 - November 2012
Benteler Automotive May 2011 - February 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Access, Highway Capacity..., AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Microstation, MicroSurvey, Revit, MS Project
Education
Humber College 2011 — 2014
Civil Engineering Technology
Ray Watson Rentals February 2014 - Present
ForceOne Solutions, Inc. October 2012 - February 2014
Draexlmaier Automotive of America 2011 - 2012
JTEKT Corporation February 2011 - September 2011
Meritor (contract Through RGBSI October 2010 - February 2011
Watts Water Technologies January 2010 - October 2010
Benteler Automotive March 2007 - September 2009
Alfmeier Corporation 2005 - 2007
Parker Hannifin July 2003 - July 2005
Eaton Corporation October 1977 - June 2003
Skills
ISO 9000 Lead Auditor, FORD 8D, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, Gages, Injection Molding, Extrusion, Machining, Supplier Quality, APQP, IMDS, ISIR, Training, Personnel Supervision, Iso 9000, Clutter Control, TS16949, Root Cause Analysis, 5S, Poka Yoke, Kaizen, QS9000, ISO, DMAIC, Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, TQM, Quality System, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Six Sigma, JIT, Quality Management, Quality Auditing, Continuous Improvement, Automotive, Kanban, Process Capability, Supplier Evaluation, 5 Why, Toyota Production System, Manufacturing..., SMED, ISO 14001, GD&T, TPM, Product Quality, Green Belt
Education
Limestone College 2001 — 2003
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Isothermal Community College 1970 — 1973
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
RS Central High School
Benteler Automotive October 2013 - Present
Skills
Research, Critical Thinking, SPSS, SAS, Writing, SAP
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2013
BS, Sociology and Philosophy
Holland High School 2005 — 2009
Benteler Automotive Aluminum Division March 2013 - Present
Benteler Automotive March 2013 - December 2014
SMS January 2013 - March 2013
Watkin Tree Pro April 1999 - January 2013
Grooters Productions February 2010 - October 2011
Regency International Flooring Inc. February 2006 - November 2006
Lakeshore Distinctive Flooring March 2003 - February 2006
P.S.I., Radio Services June 1999 - March 2003
Skills
Gaffer, Set Construction, Props, Hardwood Flooring, Feature Films, Acting, Film, Film Production, Short Films, Commercials, Customer Service, Sales, Television, Voice Over, Management, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Entertainment
Education
National Wood Flooring Association 2003 — 2003
NWFA Degree, Wood flooring installation
USD - University of San Diego 1989 — 1995
MFA, Acting
Hope College 1989 — 1993
BA, Major in Acting, Minor in Music
Benteler Automotive 2013 - 2015
QinetiQ North America 2009 - 2013
FormTech Industries LLC 2007 - 2009
VT Group 2005 - 2007
Valeo 2001 - 2005
Dana Automotive 1994 - 2001
Sara Lee 1992 - 1994
Ralston Purina 1990 - 1992
Wang Laboratories 1983 - 1990
Louis Zahn Drug Company 1981 - 1983
Skills
Succession Planning, Personnel Management, Human Resources, HRIS, Deferred Compensation, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Leadership, Employee Benefits, Performance Management, Training, Recruiting, Change Management, Government Contracting, Workforce Planning, Workday, Union Avoidance, Executive Compensation..., Temporary Placement, Mergers & Acquisitions, Compensation & Benefit, Manufacturing, Compensation Structures, Policy, Human Capital Management, PeopleSoft, Corporate Benefits, Expatriate Management, Lean Manufacturing, Compensation Structure..., Corporate Relocation, Chief Human Resources..., Due Diligence, Outplacement, Security Clearance, Employee Surveys, HR Metrics, Corporate Recruiting, Salary Review, Human Resources..., DCAA Compliance, Service Contract Act, Affirmative Action..., Group Reorganisations, Military Experience, Intelligence, Development & delivery..., Defense Contracting
Education
University of Missouri - St. Louis 1971 — 1973
BSBA, Management
INSEAD
European Centre for Continuing Education, Fontainebleau, France, Executive Management
Johnson Controls August 2014 - Present
Benteler Automotive February 2012 - August 2014
SpartanNash July 2008 - July 2011
Magna Donnelly August 2007 - December 2007
Herman Miller May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
EHS, Hazardous Waste..., Environmental Compliance, Ergonomics, Environmental Awareness, Emergency Management, Inspection, Program Management, Risk Management, First Aid, Management, Waste, Workers Compensation, Employee Engagement, Occupational Health, Safety Management..., Industrial Safety, ISO 14001, Emergency Services
Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor's degree, Occupational Health & Safety
Benteler Automotive August 2014 - Present
Benteler Automotive February 2014 - August 2014
Benteler Automotive August 2012 - February 2014
New branches school June 2012 - June 2013
Skills
Health Education, Fitness, Fitness Training, Classroom Management, Personal Training, Sports Coaching, Volunteer Recruiting, Volunteer Training, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition, Nutrition Education, Coaching, Youth Work, Basketball, Experience Working with..., Leadership Development, Physical Education, Staff Supervision, Automotive Engineering, Product Quality
Education
Michigan State University 2015 — 2020
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Adult and Continuing Education Administration
Grand Valley State University 2012 — 2016
Master's degree, Adult and Continuing Education Administration
Grand Valley State University 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Health and Physical Education/Fitness, 3.5
Mississippi Phosphates Corporation August 2011 - Present
Reliance Worldwide Corporation May 2009 - May 2010
Teledyne Technologies November 2006 - February 2009
Benteler Automotive September 1995 - November 2006
Education
University of Michigan 1982 — 1987
Grand Valley State University
Non-degree, Business/Accounting
Dicastal North America December 2014 - Present
Ranir March 2011 - December 2014
ODL May 2009 - March 2011
DENSO December 2006 - May 2009
Benteler Automotive December 2004 - December 2006
Johnson Controls January 1999 - December 2004
DENSO January 1990 - January 1999
Skills
Employee Relations, Succession Planning, Talent Acquisition, Benefits Administration, Labor Relations, Onboarding, Employee Engagement, Union Avoidance, HRIS, Deferred Compensation, Performance Management, Human Resources, Talent Management, FMLA, HR Policies, Organizational..., New Hire Orientations, Project Management, Management, Leadership, Team Building, Recruiting, Training
Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor's Degree, Occupational Safety and Health
Western Michigan University
Master's Degree, Human Resource Development
FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles September 2014 - Present
Martinrea International July 2014 - September 2014
Mubea May 2013 - July 2014
Benteler Automotive July 2011 - May 2013
Benteler Automotive January 2010 - December 2011
Benteler Automotive March 2006 - February 2010
ThyssenKrupp Budd October 1998 - March 2006
MSX International 1996 - 1998
Milford Fabricating 1987 - 1996
ThyssenKrupp Budd Company 1986 - 1996
Skills
Stamping, Automotive, APQP, Machine Tools, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Continuous Improvement, Engineering, Weld, Kaizen, 5S, FMEA, Six Sigma, Purchasing, SPC
Education
Henry Ford Community College 1989 — 1999
Associate, Science
Oakland Community College 1994 — 1997
Certificate, Computer Manufacturing
Benteler Automotive March 2014 - Present
Gill Industries April 2013 - November 2013
Johnson Controls July 2010 - 2012
Johnson Controls 2008 - 2010
Johnson Controls 2003 - 2008
Johnson Controls and Steelcase April 1990 - June 2003
Skills
Automotive, Product Development, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, FMEA, Business Development, Engineering, Negotiation, Product Design, Program Management, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Project Management, Management, Injection Molding, Lean Manufacturing, Project Planning, Purchasing, Plastics, Team Leadership, PPAP
Education
Grand Valley State University
Masters in Business Administration, Finance and Portfolio Management
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design
Calvin College
Cosma International Group of Magna International Inc. October 2011 - Present
Benteler Automotive July 2006 - December 2010
Benteler Automotive December 2004 - July 2006
Benteler Automotive July 2004 - December 2004
Morehead Technologies, Inc January 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Kaizen, Manufacturing, Welding, CAWI, FMEA, Manufacturing..., Robotics, Machine Tools, Root Cause Analysis, Automotive, Engineering, GD&T, Lean Manufacturing, Automotive Engineering, Process Improvement, SPC, MIG welding, Arc Welding, Oxy-acetylene, Tig, Occupational Health, Safety, APQP, AutoCAD, 5S, Geometric Dimensioning...
Education
Purdue University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Technology
Ivy Tech Community College 2002 — 2004
Industrial Technology, Welding
Ivy Tech Community College 2000 — 2002
Manufacturing Technology, Machining
The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care June 2014 - Present
Statewide Coalition of Presidents of Resident Councils Connecticut January 2010 - Present
AM General 2001 - 2006
Benteler Automotive September 1992 - May 2001
Skills
Cost Accounting, legislative advocacy, Public Speaking, Team Building, Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Variance Analysis, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, SAP, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Budgets, Microsoft Excel, Managerial Finance
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 1991 — 1994
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Nichols College 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
Newington High School 1976 — 1980
Diploma
Benteler Automotive August 2012 - Present
Group Dekko, Inc November 2004 - August 2012
Auburn Foundry, Inc May 1999 - November 2004
Fort Wayne Foundry, Inc. November 1994 - November 1999
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Metal Fabrication
Education
Indiana University—Purdue University Fort Wayne 2006 — 2012
Associates in Business, Management
Rupari Food Services February 2014 - Present
Hillshire Brands June 2012 - January 2014
Sara Lee January 2012 - June 2012
Sara Lee September 2008 - January 2012
Sara Lee October 2006 - August 2008
Federal-Mogul February 2004 - October 2006
Benteler Automotive January 1999 - February 2004
Education
The University of Connecticut
Masters, Professional Studies in Human Resource Management
Grand Valley State University
B.S., Sociology
Benteler Automotive April 2013 - Present
Benteler Automotive April 2010 - April 2013
Skills
Compact Heat Exchanger..., Unigraphics, COMSOL, SAP, Matlab, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Welding, Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics
Education
Kettering University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering, 3.60 Cumulative GPA
Consumers Energy January 2015 - Present
HNI Insurance July 2014 - Present
Knoll July 2014 - January 2015
MIOSHA Grant Project October 2013 - August 2014
Benteler Automotive June 2014 - June 2014
Sherwin Williams April 2013 - October 2013
Dwellings Inc. 2003 - 2013
Lamphear Heating and Cooling April 2012 - October 2012
Skills
Hazardous Waste..., Indoor Air Quality, Occupational Health, Environmental Health, Safety Training, Safety Inspections, Ergonomics, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Risk Assessment, Program Development, PowerPoint, Global Harmonization..., Noise Control, Inspection, Process Safety..., Research, EHS, Customer Service, Training, Microsoft Office
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Occupational Safety and Health, Occupational Safety and Health, 3.438
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Occupational Safety and Health
Pinkys1store.com October 2010 - Present
Benteler Automotive September 2003 - April 2010
Laurels of Bedford April 2003 - April 2008
Skills
Budgeting, Excel, Accounting, Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Inventory Management, Small Business
Education
Everest University online 2012 — 2013
Associates degree, Accounting and Business/Management
KCC 2010 — 2012
Accounting/business management
Kaplan University 2008 — 2010
Accounting and Business/Management
Johnson Controls January 2014 - Present
Benteler Automotive 2004 - 2013
Keeler Die Cast 2002 - 2004
Lear Corporation 1998 - 1999
Lowell Engineering 1995 - 1997
Magna Mirrors 1995 - 1997
Magna Mirror Systems, Lowell Engineering 1995 - 1997
Prudential Financial 1995 - 1995
US Army 1989 - 1992
Skills
Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Talent Management, Organizational..., Union, Benefits Administration, Policy, Succession Planning, Administration, HR Policies, Performance Management, Hiring, Strategic Planning, FMLA, Problem Solving, Negotiation, Legal Compliance, Process Improvement, Interviewing, Continuous Improvement, Excel, HR Strategy, Customer Service, Word, Microsoft Office, Change Management, HRIS, Personnel Management, Onboarding, Recruiting, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Human Resources, Interviews, Employee Engagement, HR Transformation, SPHR, Employee Benefits, Deferred Compensation, New Hire Orientations, Talent Acquisition, System Administration, Employee Recognition, Applicant Tracking..., HR Consulting, Performance Appraisal, Leadership Development, Training, Payroll
Education
University of Phoenix 2000 — 2006
MBA, Human Resources
Grand Valley State University 1992 — 1995
Bachelor's, Human Resource Management
Martinrea International May 2015 - Present
Benteler Automotive July 2014 - May 2015
Benteler Automotive November 2011 - October 2014
Magna Powertrain July 2009 - November 2011
MDS Sciex September 2008 - July 2009
Fresenius Medical Care September 2004 - September 2008
Hummingbird 2003 - 2004
Shanfari Group of Companies January 2001 - February 2003
Skills
Financial Reporting, SAP, Forecasting, Cash Flow, Financial Analysis, Problem Solving, Strategic Planning, Accounting, Analysis, Internal Controls, Business Strategy, Tax, Lean Manufacturing, Budgets, Process Improvement, Cost Accounting, Consolidation, US GAAP, Risk Management, Leadership, Business Analysis, Managerial Finance, Variance Analysis, Accounts Payable, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, IFRS, ERP, Financial Audits, Target Costing, Hyperion Enterprise, Business Process..., Account Reconciliation, GAAP, Auditing, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cost Reduction, Strategic Financial..., Financial Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Continuous Improvement, Financial Accounting, Business Planning, PPAP, Kaizen, 5S, Automotive, Medical Devices, Project Management, Financial Planning
Education
CMA 2013 — 2013
Master Controller Certificate Program
CMA -Institute of Certified Management Accountants 2006 — 2008
CMA, Cost Accounting & Business Strategy
Institute of Cost and Work Accountants of India 1996 — 2000
ICWA, Cost Management Accountant
MBA -University of Lucknow 1997 — 1999
MBA, Finance Hons
University of Lucknow 1993 — 1996
B.Com, Business & Commerce
La Martiniere College 1979 — 1992
Woodward July 2007 - Present
Benteler Automotive 1996 - 2007
Skills
Lean Manufacturing
Education
Grand Valley State University 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Western Michigan University 1991 — 1996
BS, ISM
TRMI, Inc. (Tokai Rika Group), Battle Creek, MI May 2014 - Present
TRMI, Inc. (Tokai Rika Group), Battle Creek, MI May 2007 - May 2014
II Stanley Co., Inc. September 1998 - January 2007
Benteler Automotive September 1997 - September 1998
Motorola Mobility April 1994 - September 1997
Skills
Windows Server 2008, AutoCAD, Manufacturing..., Microsoft Office, Windows Server 2003, Optimization, Computer Hardware, Cat5, Network Cards, Motherboards, Network Administration, Process Engineering, Kaizen, Line Balancing, Cost Justification, Continuous Improvement, Cycle Time Reduction, Heijunka, SMT, Electronics..., Assembly Lines, Graphicode, Electronics, Manufacturing, Design of Experiments, Automation, Test Equipment, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing..., Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing, 5S, Soldering, TS16949, FMEA, PFMEA, PCB design, Engineering, DFMEA, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Manufacturing Operations, JIT, Engineering Management, ISO, APQP, PPAP, Troubleshooting, IPC, SPC
Education
University of Phoenix-West Michigan Campus 2001 — 2004
BS, Information Technology
ITT Technical Institute-Indianapolis 1992 — 1993
BAS, Automated Manufacturing Technology
ITT Technical Institute-Wyoming 1990 — 1992
AAS, Electrical Engineering Technology
Flextronics March 2015 - Present
Energetx Composites April 2012 - February 2015
Benteler Automotive July 2005 - September 2011
International Automotive Components 2007 - 2007
Musashi Auto Parts Michigan Inc. April 2002 - July 2005
Thermotron Industries July 1995 - January 2002
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, SAP, Process Improvement, Automotive, Kaizen, 5S, Inventory Management, Cost Accounting, Value Stream Mapping, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Manufacturing..., Budgets, Syteline ERP, Microsoft Excel, Cash Flow Forecasting, SAP BPC, Aurora Browse, SAP BI
Education
Grand Valley State University 1990 — 1995
BBA, Accounting
Vosovic Investment Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC June 2010 - Present
Koyo Corporation November 2006 - June 2010
DENSO AIR SYSTEMS MICHIGAN INC. November 2006 - June 2010
Benteler Automotive June 2005 - October 2006
Skills
Management, Automotive, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Insurance, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Budgets, Continuous Improvement, Team Building, Financial Modeling, Institutional Advising, Endowments and..., Investments, Retirement Plans, Mutual Funds, Annuities, Asset Allocation, Risk Management, Financial Services, 401k Rollovers, Investment Strategies, Multigenerational..., Social Media, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Sales
Education
Grand Valley State University 2003 — 2006
BS, Occupational Safety & Health Management
Bowers Manufacturing Company March 2011 - Present
Kellogg Company May 2008 - March 2009
Benteler Automotive September 1994 - November 2007
Benteler Automotive September 1991 - September 1994
Skills
Project Management, Budgets, Contractor Management, Facilities Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance Management, Root Cause Analysis, 5S, Manufacturing, Preventive Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, Manufacturing Operations, Six Sigma, Factory, Process Improvement, Welding, Electricians, Reliability, Automation
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Electricity and Electronics
Bowers Manufacturing June 2011 - Present
Center Manufacturing November 2009 - July 2011
Summit Polymers February 2007 - November 2007
Benteler Automotive November 2006 - November 2007
Benteler Automotive 2005 - 2006
Benteler Automotive 2001 - 2005
Benteler Automotive 1999 - 2001
Benteler Automotive 1998 - 1999
Benteler Automotive 1988 - 1998
Skills
Team Building, Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Welding, Automation, Lean Manufacturing, Automotive, Product Development
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 2008 — 2010
Still Attending, Business Administration
Construction News Service of Michigan January 2009 - Present
Construction News Service 2007 - Present
Builders Eye Production Company September 2005 - September 2007
Edward Jones July 2001 - June 2005
GFT Spot Forex CFDs Spread Bets September 1998 - September 2001
GFT Spot Forex CFDs Spread Bets September 1999 - September 2000
Benteler Automotive 1995 - 1998
Education
Grand Valley State University 1993 — 1995
DENSO April 2015 - Present
Summit Polymers March 2015 - May 2015
Tenneco June 2014 - March 2015
Benteler Automotive October 1991 - April 2014
Benteler Automotive October 1991 - April 2014
Skills
Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, PPAP, Inventory Management, Value Stream Mapping, FMEA, ISO/TS 16949, Toyota Production System, SPC, Kanban, Manufacturing..., TPM, Manufacturing Operations, Poka Yoke, Supplier Quality, JIT, ISO, SAP, Geometric Dimensioning, Six Sigma, Operations Management, Machine Tools, Stamping, 5 Why, Microsoft Office, Production Management, Welding, American Welding..., Standard Work
Education
Portage Northern High School 1987 — 1990
High School
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Welding Technology/Welder
Benteler Automotive November 2014 - Present
Gentex Corporation January 2012 - November 2014
Gentex Corporation November 2009 - December 2011
Gentex Corporation August 2008 - November 2009
JR Automation August 2004 - December 2007
Skills
Automotive, Lean Manufacturing, Robotics, PLC, Solidworks, Continuous Improvement, Engineering Management, Design for Manufacturing, DFMEA, AutoCAD, GD&T, Engineering, Manufacturing, PPAP, FMEA, Manufacturing..., Pro Engineer, Root Cause Analysis
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2016
Masters, Business Administration
Grand Valley State University 2001 — 2008
Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Benteler Automotive August 2012 - Present
Benteler Automotive November 1999 - December 2012
Benteler Automotive December 2011 - August 2012
Benteler Automotive Corp. November 2011 - August 2012
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Quality Control, Automotive, PPAP, TS16949, ISO, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, SPC, Root Cause Analysis, Minitab, SAP, Operations Management, Quality System, Cross-functional Team..., Testing, Product Quality, 5S, Iso 9000, Microsoft Excel, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, Software Documentation, Stamping, Quality Management, Inventory Management, Quality Auditing, Manufacturing Operations, Leadership, Data Entry & creating..., Training, ISO/TS 16949
Education
Ivy Tech Community College 1990 — 1991
unfinished, Graphic Design
BENTELER Automotive April 2015 - Present
Magna Seating July 2013 - April 2015
Benteler Automotive May 2010 - July 2013
Benteler Automotive 2008 - 2010
Benteler Automotive 1999 - 2008
Skills
Stamping, APQP, Automotive, PPAP, Problem Solving, Supplier Quality, Supervision, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Welding, 5 Why, Chassis, Product Quality, Supply Management, Supplier Development, Toyota Production System, Kaizen, FMEA, Value Stream Mapping, JIT, Poka Yoke, TS16949, SPC, DFMEA, GD&T, Kanban, Manufacturing..., PDCA, QS9000
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Benteler Automotive August 2011 - Present
Boys and Girls Club of Greater January 2011 - April 2011
Dometic Corporation July 1996 - March 2009
Dometic Corporation January 1996 - January 2006
First National Bank January 1986 - January 1995
Skills
Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Invoicing, Accounting, Payroll, Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Customer Service, Cost Accounting, Retail, Financial Statements, Troubleshooting
Education
Indiana Institute of Technology 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
Ivy Tech Community College 2009 — 2011
AAS, Accounting
Perrigo August 2012 - Present
Grand Valley State University January 2007 - Present
Perrigo October 2011 - July 2012
Perrigo March 2008 - October 2011
Shape Corporation November 2007 - March 2008
Shape Corporation February 2007 - November 2007
Shape Corporation August 2005 - February 2007
Shape Corporation June 2003 - August 2005
Benteler Automotive April 2002 - June 2003
Transmatic January 2000 - April 2002
Skills
Group Presentations, Technical Writing, Statistics, GD&T, Biostatistics, Six Sigma, Databases, Supervisory Skills, Program Management, Change Management, DOE, Trend Analysis, SAS, Minitab, Statistica, Statgraphics, JMP, Quality, APQP, Tolerance Analysis, Pharmaceuticals, TS16949, ISO 14001, ISO 17025, Measurement System..., Technical Presentations, Failure Analysis, cGMP, Regulatory Requirements, Toastmasters, SPSS, Consultation, University Teaching, Technical Training, Training Skills, PPAP, SAP, Plex Online Cloud ERP..., Blueprint Reading, CAD, Drug Development, Lean Sigma, Organizational..., Technical Leadership, Coaching, Curriculum Development, SPC, Process Capability, Quality Auditing, Design of Experiments
Education
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2010
M.S., Biostatistics
Grand Valley State University 1993 — 1997
B.S., Applied Statistics
Integrity Financial Service, LLC April 2012 - June 2013
Edward Jones September 2010 - April 2012
Korn/Ferry International February 2011 - August 2011
The Philadelphia Center February 2011 - May 2011
Edward Jones June 2010 - August 2010
Benteler Automotive June 2006 - August 2010
Center Street Bistro May 2010 - July 2010
Hope College May 2010 - June 2010
Hope College January 2010 - May 2010
Hope College May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Research, Customer Service
Education
Grand Valley State University 2013 — 2017
Bachelor's Degree, Mechanical Engineering
The Philadelphia Center 2011 — 2011
Hope College 2006 — 2011
BA, Economics
Holland High 2002 — 2006
CES January 2015 - Present
Benteler Automotive August 1999 - January 2015
Rapid Design Service January 1998 - February 1999
Acutech Ind. January 1996 - December 1997
Captial Concept and Engineering July 1995 - January 1996
Acutech Ind. West January 1995 - August 1995
Acutech Ind. January 1995 - July 1995
Fetz Engineering July 1993 - January 1995
Kal-Blue May 1989 - July 1993
Castle Windows June 1988 - May 1989
Skills
Automotive, Tooling, Fixtures, Tooling Design, Machine Tools, Solid Modeling, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, CAD, 5S, Engineering
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1985 — 2002
A.A.S.
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Certificate
lcNewberry Art January 1966 - Present
PLDC November 2001 - Present
You & Improved L3C October 2010 - Present
Benteler Automotive February 2000 - September 2012
LINDA NEWBERRY ENTERPRISES August 1991 - January 2000
Creative Wonders Inc November 1986 - August 1991
Colorado National Leasing January 1984 - January 1986
Skills
Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Management, Automotive, Change Management, Continuous Improvement, Procurement, Training, Lean Manufacturing, Business Development, Team Building, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, Sourcing, Project Management, Sales, Operations Management, Negotiation, Start-ups, Product Development, Project Planning, Pricing, New Business Development, Marketing, Supply Chain, Contract Negotiation, Leadership, Analysis, Sales Management, Program Management, Budgets, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Service, Time Management, Account Management, Business Strategy, Six Sigma, Forecasting, Strategic Sourcing, Logistics, Retail, Strategy, Human Resources, Analytical Skills, Technology Needs..., Global Sourcing, Oil Painting
Education
University of Jerusalem thru ETeacher 2012 — 2013
Biblical Hebrew
Center for Financial Training (Colorado National Bank affl) 1985 — 1986
Accounting I, Accounting II, Cost Accounting
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1979 — 1981
General, drafting/construction
Amway January 2012 - Present
Benteler Automotive June 2007 - January 2012
Sturgis Iron and Metal 2006 - 2007
Indalex Inc. 2005 - 2006
Pfizer 2004 - 2004
Skills
EHS, ISO 14001, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Industrial Hygiene, 5S, Risk Assessment, Ergonomics, Industrial Safety, Environmental..., Training, Inspection, Accident Investigation, Microsoft Office, Hazard Recognition, Environmental Compliance, Occupational Health, Safety Management..., Environmental Awareness, ISO, Hazardous Waste...
Education
Grand Valley State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Occupational Safety and Health Management
Benteler Automotive February 2013 - Present
Viability, LLC February 2007 - March 2010
City of Holland October 2001 - October 2005
KANDU Industries Inc. October 1992 - October 1999
Magna Donnelly 1987 - 1991
Skills
Grant Writing, Leadership, Public Speaking, Training, Grants, Customer Service, Local Government, Resume Writing, Interviews, Change Management, Energy Efficiency, Social Services, Project Management, Coaching, Community Outreach
Education
Hope College 1979 — 1988
BA, Sociology, Psychology, Philosophy
Benteler Automotive April 2013 - Present
Benteler Automotive India January 2009 - March 2013
Benteler Automotive January 2004 - December 2008
Edscha North America 1999 - 2004
Jackson Automotive 2000 - 2001
Skills
APQP, PPAP, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, Cross-functional Team..., Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, FMEA, Engineering Management, Program Management, Stamping, Kaizen, SPC, Project Planning, Automotive Engineering, Product Design, DMAIC, 5S, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing..., Value Stream Mapping, MS Project
Education
Program Management Institute
PMP Certification
University of Michigan-Dearborn 2005 — 2008
MS, Engineering Management
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals 1993 — 1996
MS, Mechanical Engineering
NED University of Engineering and Technology 1988 — 1992
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Parker Hannifin July 2014 - August 2015
Parker Hannifin September 2010 - July 2014
Navistar Inc May 2010 - September 2010
Navistar Inc March 2005 - May 2010
Navistar Inc June 2001 - March 2005
Navistar Inc May 1998 - June 2001
BENTELER Automotive August 1995 - May 1998
Skills
GD&T, DFMEA, Design for Manufacturing, Unigraphics, Solidworks, FMEA, Engineering, Engineering Management, Autodesk Inventor, Design for Assembly, Project Engineering, Product Design, NX Unigraphics, Teamcenter, Electronic Cooling, Chassis, Geometric Dimensioning...
Education
Indiana University—Purdue University Fort Wayne 1989 — 1994
Bachelor’s Degree, Mechanical Engineering
Georgia-Pacific LLC September 2014 - Present
Georgia-Pacific LLC September 2007 - September 2014
URS Corporation Washington Division February 2007 - September 2007
Benteler Automotive October 2002 - February 2007
Affiliated Building Services August 2001 - September 2002
Thomson Consumer Electronics August 1999 - July 2001
Thomson Consumer Electronics September 1996 - August 1999
Thomson Consumer Electronics May 1994 - August 1996
Thomson Consumer Electronics January 1990 - April 1994
Millipore February 1989 - December 1989
Skills
Project Management, RCM, CMMS, Visual Manufacturing, Maintenance Management, TPM, Facilities Management, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Factory, Operations Management, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Process Improvement, Leadership, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, Preventive Maintenance, Program Management, Automotive, SAP, Product Development, SPC, Budgets, Manufacturing..., Kaizen, Management, Value Stream Mapping, Toyota Production System
Education
Indiana Wesleyan University 1995 — 2001
MBA, Business
Rochester Institute of Technology 1971 — 1976
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Southern Cayuga Central High School 1968 — 1971
AF Global Corporation 2013 - Present
Confluence Watersports March 2011 - January 2013
Yokohama Tire Corporation July 2009 - September 2010
Spartanburg Steel Products 2009 - 2009
Benteler Automotive 2006 - 2008
Faurecia 2003 - 2005
Edscha North America 2002 - 2004
Woodward 2001 - 2003
Cummins Inc. 1999 - 2001
Honeywell May 1983 - February 2000
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Quality Management, Quality Systems, Problem Solving, Engineering, DMAIC, Quality System, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing, SPC, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, APQP, FMEA
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville - College of Business Administration 1996 — 1998
BS, Business Transformation - Lean Systems
Almeda University 1998 — 2001
Masters Business, Management
Benteler Automotive January 2015 - Present
Skills
Research, CAD, PowerPoint, Engineering
Education
Kettering University 2014 — 2019
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mathematics, GPA 3.90
Honeywell Automation and Control Solutions November 2010 - Present
Honeywell January 2008 - November 2010
Benteler Automotive March 2003 - January 2008
DaimlerChrysler 2002 - 2003
General Motors June 1997 - February 2002
Skills
CRM, Management, Business Development, Program Management, Sales Operations, Account Management, Business Planning, New Business Development, Sales, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Marketing, Product Development, Purchasing, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, Automotive, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Six Sigma, Training
Education
Kettering University 1997 — 2002
BS, ME
Kettering University 1997 — 2002
Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
SMC March 2015 - Present
SMC July 2014 - March 2015
Benteler Automotive June 2012 - June 2014
Employment Plus April 2012 - June 2012
Center for the Homeless February 2010 - April 2012
Center for the Homeless February 2008 - January 2010
Skills
Employee Relations, New Hire Orientations, Benefits Administration, Human Resources, Leadership, Employee Benefits, Coaching, Payroll, Onboarding, Labor Relations, Talent Management, Training, Hiring, FMLA, Project Coordination, Technical Writing, Leadership Development, Succession Planning, HR Policies, Wellness Coaching, Pastoral Counseling, Workers Compensation, EEO compliance, Benefit Administration, Recruiting
Education
University of Notre Dame 2007 — 2010
Master of Arts, Theology
King's College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, English
Indiana University South Bend
PHR Cert Exam Prep
Ficosa North America July 2014 - Present
Valeo 2005 - 2014
Metaldyne 2002 - 2004
Benteler Automotive 2002 - 2003
Microsoft 2000 - 2002
Quality Measurement Control 1997 - 2000
Skills
Human Resources, Personnel Management, Employee Benefits, Employee Relations, Deferred Compensation, Succession Planning, Management, Training, Leadership, Talent Management, Employee Engagement, Labor Relations, Program Management, Performance Management, HR Policies, HRIS, Workforce Planning, Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Workers Compensation, Compensation & Benefits..., New Hire Orientations, Interviews, Hiring
Education
Jack Welch Management Institute
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Dayton
BA, Economics/Finance
University of Phoenix
MA, Organizational Management
Accuride Corporation June 2015 - Present
Eaton Corporation December 2011 - Present
Eaton July 2011 - November 2011
Magna Powertrain May 2010 - July 2011
Benteler Automotive July 2008 - March 2010
TRW January 2007 - July 2008
TRW October 2003 - January 2007
MSC Software April 2002 - June 2003
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Machining, Supplier Development, Stamping, Manufacturing, Automotive, SPC, TQM, TS16949, Purchasing, DFMEA, 5S, Strategic Sourcing, Components, Product Development, Poka Yoke, Value Stream Mapping, Casting, Metallurgy, Supplier Negotiation, Root Cause Analysis, GD&T, PFMEA, Kaizen, Toyota Production System, Strategic Negotiations, Contract Management, DVP&R, Design for Assembly, Measurement System..., PPAPs, Quality System, Testing, Forging, 8D Problem Solving, JIT, Fixtures, Needs Analysis, Shainin, Six Sigma, Functional Design, Design for Manufacturing, Die Casting, Safety Critical, FMEA, APQP, Purchasing Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Organizational..., Performance Benchmarking
Education
Kettering University 2000 — 2005
Bachelors of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Agoura High School 1996 — 2000
General Education, 3.87
Siemens Wind Power March 2009 - April 2012
BENTELER Automotive 1999 - 2009
BENTELER Automotive 1999 - 2009
BENTELER Automotive 1999 - 2009
Skills
Networking, Cisco Technologies, Troubleshooting, Windows, Windows Server, Microsoft Office, Network Security, Network Administration, Security, Data Center, Microsoft Word, Operating Systems, Information Technology, Active Directory, Servers, TCP/IP, VMware
Education
MHCC 2013 — 2015
Associate's Degree, CIS Netwoking and operating systems, 4.0
Kellogg Community College 2007 — 2008
Associate’s Degree, Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Benteler Automotive May 2013 - Present
Indian Trails Camp 2012 - 2013
Skills
Process Improvement, Logistics, Continuous Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Lean Manufacturing, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Public Speaking, Master Data Management, JIT, A3 Thinking, Cross-functional Team..., MRP, ERP Software, Packaging Management, Supply Ordering, Purchase Orders, EBP, Production Planning, Production Schedules, Customer Relations, Supplier Evaluation, Supplier Development, Microsoft Office, Product Launch, Ford Supplier Portal, FCA Supplier Portal..., BOM Creation, BOM management, International Business, EDI
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, Cum Laude
Comstock High School 2005 — 2009
High School, College/University Preparatory, 4.0 Unweighted GPA
Challenge Mfg. Company October 2014 - Present
Dennen Steel Corp February 2014 - September 2014
Bosch North America April 2013 - September 2013
Grand Rapids Plastics January 2013 - April 2013
Johnson Controls Automotive October 2010 - November 2012
Benteler Automotive April 2007 - November 2007
BBi Enterprises November 2003 - August 2006
Edmar Manufacturing January 2002 - February 2003
GR Spring and Stamping April 1999 - January 2002
Skills
Quality Assurance, Geometric Dimensioning..., PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, Gage Design, Liaison, OEM databases, Lean Manufacturing, APQP, Clutter Control, TS16949, Product Development, Manufacturing..., Industrial Engineering, Supply Management, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, SPC, Process Engineering, Automotive, Program Management, Minitab, Gage R&R, ISO, Iso 9000, Machining, Manufacturing, Process Capability, Quality Control, Stamping, Value Stream Mapping, Toyota Production System, ISO 13485, Engineering, Injection Molding, Supplier Quality, Quality System, Manufacturing..., DMAIC, Continuous Improvement, FMEA, Quality Management, Process Improvement, Kanban, Design of Experiments, ISO/TS 16949
Education
Hope College 1990 — 1994
Bachelor's Degree, Psychology / pre-med
Holland High School 1986 — 1990
Self-Employed July 2013 - Present
Kaufman Global July 2013 - Present
Cannon-Muskegon April 2008 - July 2013
Self-Employed April 2007 - April 2008
Benteler Automotive 2005 - 2007
Benteler Automotive 2000 - 2005
Benteler Automotive 1995 - 2000
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Operational Excellence, Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Process Engineering, Operations Management, Business Process..., Manufacturing, Strategy, Change Management, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Grand Valley State University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Benteler Automotive November 2014 - Present
JB Hunt Transport Services, Inc. July 2013 - November 2014
University Quality Inn July 2011 - October 2012
College Works Painting September 2009 - August 2010
Skills
ChoiceAdvantage, DollarsOnTheNet, Microsoft Office, ServSafe, SalesPro, Auditing, Human Resources, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Accounting, OnQ, Front Office, Sales, Hospitality, Leadership, Inventory Management, Logistics, Management, Microsoft Excel, Supply Chain Management, Time Management, PowerPoint, Logistics Management, Transportation..., Supply Chain, Microsoft Word, Negotiation, Public Speaking, Teamwork, 3PL, Operations Management, Team Building, Transportation, Purchasing, Forecasting, Contract Negotiation, Pricing
Education
Michigan State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business
Lake Michigan College
Accounting and Business/Management
Benteler Automotive January 2011 - Present
AM General LLC April 2009 - December 2010
MIDWAY PRODUCTS GROUP January 2006 - January 2009
Skills
PPAP, TS16949, APQP, QS9000, FMEA, GD&T, DFMEA, SPC, Stamping, 5S, Quality Systems, Root Cause Analysis, Supplier, Kaizen, DOE, Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, Welding, Machining, CNC
Education
Indiana University South Bend 1988 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (BS), General Studies
Donatelle February 2013 - Present
ProMed Molded Products September 2009 - November 2012
US Army Reserve September 2001 - September 2009
Whiteboard Product Solutions December 2007 - May 2009
Brookdale Plastics August 2005 - September 2007
Benteler Automotive 1998 - 2000
Skills
Solidworks, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, GD, FMEA, Manufacturing..., Pro Engineer, Design for Manufacturing, Design of Experiments, Geometric Dimensioning, Injection Molding, PTC Creo, Root Cause Analysis, SolidWorks
Education
Kettering University 1995 — 2003
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Eaton - Supercharger June 2014 - Present
Kettering University October 2013 - 2015
Benteler Automotive January 2012 - March 2014
OMT-Veyhl USA Corp. June 2012 - September 2012
Holland Litho Printing February 2012 - June 2012
Zeeland Community Schools January 2007 - January 2012
Skills
Power Tools, Learning Quickly, Learn New Software..., Work Well Independently, Works well with people, Works well in a team, Mathematics, English grammar, Spanish, Dependable Team Player, Take Direction, Assembler, Assembly Lines, Powder Coating, Paper Industry, Apple, Microsoft Office, Automotive, Speed Reading, Reading, Readability, Typing, Communication, Directions, Precision Measuring, Counting, Coaching, Construction, Unigraphics, GD&T, CAD, Research, Cnc, NX Unigraphics
Education
Kettering University 2012 — 2016
Mechanical Engineering - BME
Careerline Tech Center 2011 — 2012
Automotive Mechanics
Zeeland East High School 2008 — 2012
Diploma, General Studies
Benteler Aluminum Systems November 2013 - Present
Gibraltar Inc April 2008 - November 2013
Benteler Automotive October 2002 - April 2008
Unisource Office Furniture Parts November 1999 - October 2002
Eaton Aerospace October 1998 - November 1999
Metal Flow Corp. September 1997 - October 1998
Herman Miller June 1988 - December 1996
Skills
Inventory Management, Purchasing Management, Lean Sigma, Negotiation, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, MRP, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Materials Management, Purchasing, Six Sigma, Supply Chain, Toyota Production System, Inventory Control, Logistics, Purchase Management
Education
Grand Valley State University
Business Management
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles October 2011 - Present
Chrysler Group, LLC July 2010 - October 2011
Exova Group Limited January 2010 - July 2010
Benteler Automotive July 2007 - February 2010
Hilite International July 2006 - October 2006
General Motors Powertrain January 2006 - April 2006
Skills
Durability, Validation, Warranty, Fatigue, Testing, Test Automation, Quality Assurance, Test Planning, Vehicle Dynamics, Test Management, Product Development, GD&T, PPAP, Powertrain, Vehicles, Components, Manufacturing, Automotive, Engineering, FMEA, APQP, Automotive Engineering, DFMEA, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, Mechanical Engineering, 5S
Education
Oakland University 2012 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Entrepreneurship
Kettering University 2005 — 2009
BSME, Mechanical Engineering, Management Minor
Nike September 2014 - Present
B&A Mining June 2013 - August 2013
Monitor Group January 2008 - June 2012
Unilever January 2007 - December 2007
Benteler Automotive May 2006 - December 2006
Robert Bosch August 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Strategy, Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Strategy, Market Research, Project Management, Corporate Finance, Strategic Consulting, Management Consulting, Product Development, Market Entry, Management, Mergers
Education
Harvard Business School 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Universidade Estadual de Campinas / UNICAMP 2002 — 2007
B.Sc., Mechanical Engineering
The Music Center September 2010 - Present
Kellogg Community College January 2010 - May 2012
Kellogg Community College September 2010 - July 2011
Benteler Automotive 1994 - 2001
Skills
Non-profits, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Spreadsheets, Event Planning, Teaching, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Volunteer Management, Office Management, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Data Entry, Outlook, Team Building, Human Services, Building Relationships, Effective Communication, Organization, Supervisory Skills, Time Management, Nonprofits, Higher Education, Program Development, PowerPoint, Staff Development, Administration, Social Networking, Social Services, Communication
Education
Robert B. MIller College 2012 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree, Human Services, General
Kellogg Community College 2009 — 2011
Associate, Human Services
Kellogg Community College 2009 — 2010
Associate, General Studies
Kellogg Community College 2005 — 2007
Certificate, Business Management
Western Michigan University 2014 — 2017
Master's Degree, Clinical Mental Health
Benteler Automotive December 2014 - Present
Benteler Automotive May 2014 - December 2014
Greater Kalamazoo Auto Auction May 2011 - March 2014
General Motors April 1995 - April 2009
General Motors August 1978 - April 1995
Skills
Vehicles, Automotive, Parts, Customer Retention, Customer Satisfaction, Automotive Repair, Automobile, Dealers, Dealer Management, Fleet Management, Automotive Aftermarket, Automotive Sales..., Reynolds, F&I, Continuous Improvement, Automation, Purchasing, Welding, Warranty, Automotive Engineering, Profit, Sales, Powertrain, Sales Process, PLC, Lean Manufacturing, Operations Management
Education
Kellogg Community College 1992 — 1994
Electrician
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1985 — 1989
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Terex Corporation February 2015 - Present
Terex Corporation April 2014 - February 2015
Greatbatch Medical, Orthopedics October 2013 - April 2014
Vera Bradley October 2012 - September 2013
Navistar Defense May 2011 - June 2012
Indiana University March 2011 - May 2011
Cornerstone College Prep School August 2009 - September 2010
Benteler Automotive August 2000 - April 2004
Fort Wayne Community Schools August 1999 - August 2000
Skills
SAP, Analysis, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, MRP, Accounting, Inventory Analysis, Document Management, Product Structuring, Oracle Applications
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2011 — 2011
FERPA certificate
Indiana University Bloomington 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts
Purdue University 1995 — 1999
BS
Evans September 2003 - July 2009
Benteler Automotive 1996 - 2003
Labeltape Meditect December 1992 - February 1996
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Variance Analysis, Finance, SAP, Internal Controls, Microsoft Excel, Process Improvement, Public Speaking, Accounting, ERP, Strategic Planning, Financial Accounting, Manufacturing, Internal Audit
Education
Grand Valley State University
Benteler Automotive March 2013 - Present
Benteler Automotive Corporation 2004 - 2012
Benteler 1999 - 2003
Skills
Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, APQP, Engineering, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Program Management, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., PPAP, FMEA, Manufacturing..., Cross-functional Team...
Education
Michigan Technological University 1992 — 1994
Master of Science (MS), Environmental Engineering
Kettering University 1986 — 1991
BSME, Mechanical Engineering & Environmental Engineering
Jedco, Inc November 2004 - Present
Jedco, Inc. / Laser Access May 2003 - November 2004
Litehouse Foods September 2001 - January 2003
Benteler Automotive September 1999 - August 2001
Haworth, Inc March 1997 - September 1999
Systex Product Corporation November 1994 - March 1997
Various September 1992 - November 1994
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, MRP, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Value Stream Mapping, Supply Chain, Process Improvement, ERP, Forecasting, Inventory Control, Materials Management, Operations Management, Inventory Management, Production Planning, SAP, Purchasing, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Modeling, AS9100, Business Planning, Small Business, General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Financial Statements, Data Analysis, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Management, Kaizen, Analysis
Education
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad College of Business 2008 — 2008
Certification, Supply Chain Management Series
Grand Valley State University 2000 — 2003
Masters, Business Administration, 3.83
Western Michigan University 1995 — 1997
Masters, Engineering Management, 3.78
University of Michigan - Executive Education 2007 — 2007
Management II
University of Toledo 1988 — 1992
Bachelors, Accounting and Finance
Boy Scouts of America 2009 — 2011
Wood Badge - Advanced Leadership Training
Dale Carnegie 2006 — 2006
Leadership Training for Managers
Westlake HS 1985 — 1988
IKEA Group November 2012 - Present
Benteler Automotive January 2010 - November 2012
PwC Consulting July 2009 - December 2009
General Motors January 2005 - July 2009
General Motors August 2003 - December 2004
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Automotive, Lean Manufacturing, Change Management, Six Sigma, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Performance Management, Organizational..., Program Management, Strategic Planning, Succession Planning, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Labor Relations, Contract Negotiation, Employee Relations, Business Process..., Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Coaching, Management, Strategy, Recruiting, Personnel Management, Team Building, Workforce Planning, Human Resources, Public Relations, Product Development, Leadership Development, Leadership, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Negotiation, Performance Improvement, Business Strategy, Project Management, Project Planning, Talent Management, Budgets, Management Consulting, Business Development, Business Planning, Team Management, Manufacturing, Training, HR Policies, Benefits Administration, Deferred Compensation
Education
HRPA 2012 — 2012
Labour Relations Certificate Program
HRPA 2011 — 2011
CHRP/CHRL Designation, Certified Human Resources Professional/Leader
Ivey Business School at Western University 1998 — 2000
HBA, Business
The University of Western Ontario 1994 — 1998
HBA, Sociology & ACS
FCA - North America March 2014 - Present
FCA - North America February 2014 - Present
Chrysler May 2010 - February 2014
Borg Warner Automotive March 2008 - May 2010
Benteler Automotive May 2005 - March 2008
Chrysler LCC August 1999 - April 2005
Chrysler 2003 - 2005
General Motors June 1999 - August 1999
Skills
PPAP, Fuel Economy, Auditing, APQP, Powertrain, TS16949, Root Cause Analysis, Supplier Development, Vehicles, Supply Management, Kaizen, GD, Stamping, DVP, ISO, Quality Management, PFMEA, Manufacturing..., FMEA, DFMEA, Continuous Improvement, Supplier Quality, Automobile, Automotive, GD&T, Components, Chassis, NVH, Vehicle Dynamics, ISO/TS 16949
Education
Oakland University 2001 — 2006
MSME, Automotive Engineering
Kettering University 1995 — 2000
BSME, Automotive Engineering
Benteler Automotive November 2013 - Present
Lowry Computer Products / Paragon Labeling Systems September 2004 - February 2013
Howard Miller Clock Company July 2000 - April 2004
McFarlane Toys March 1995 - July 2000
Forberg Scientific January 1982 - September 1990
Skills
Negotiation, Accounting System, Accounting, Process Improvement, Forecasting, Accounts Payable, Contract Negotiation, Invoicing, Analysis, Outlook, Cash Management, System Administration, Account Reconciliation, Inventory Management, Financial Statements, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Project Planning, Retail, Finance, SAP, New Business Development, Administration, Business Process..., Leadership, Financial Reporting, Risk Management, Training, Business Planning, Payroll, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Operations Management, Internal Controls, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Word, Financial Accounting, General Ledger, Account Management, Credit, Sales, Business Strategy, Cash Flow, Purchasing, Managerial Finance, Team Building, Start-ups, Financial Analysis, Business Development, Microsoft Excel, SAP BI
Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration, Management
Brose December 2014 - Present
Trans-Matic Mfg. Co March 2012 - November 2014
Benteler Automotive September 2010 - February 2012
Gill Industries January 2005 - September 2010
Gill Industries January 2004 - January 2005
Gill Industries January 2003 - January 2004
Gill Industries June 1999 - January 2003
Skills
GD&T, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Program Management, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, Automotive, Manufacturing, APQP, Project Management, Stamping, PPAP, Continuous Improvement, Leadership, FMEA, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., Geometric Dimensioning...
Education
Western Michigan University 2000 — 2003
Masters, Engineering Management
Kettering University 1994 — 1999
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Metro Hospital 1999 - Present
Metropolitan Hospital November 1997 - Present
Metro Health 1997 - Present
Benteler Automotive May 1997 - November 1997
Education
Grand Valley State University 1990 — 1995
BAE Systems April 2009 - Present
Benteler Automotive July 1999 - February 2006
Education
Indiana Institute of Technology 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Indiana Institute of Technology
BSBA, Business Admin.
Micron Manufacturing Company June 2013 - Present
Benteler Automotive October 2008 - June 2013
Benteler Automotive October 2006 - October 2008
Benteler Automotive February 1999 - October 2006
Bosch September 1997 - February 1999
Skills
Automotive, APQP, PPAP, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Management, Supplier Quality, FMEA, Engineering, Manufacturing..., DFMEA, 5S, Kanban, GD, Automotive Engineering, Toyota Production System, Stamping, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Poka Yoke, Geometric Dimensioning, Kaizen, TS16949, Value Stream Mapping
Education
Kettering University 1990 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Calow Technical Consulting September 2009 - Present
Hi-Lex Corporation August 2003 - May 2006
Hi-Lex Corp May 2003 - July 2003
MANN+HUMMEL Automotive February 2001 - January 2002
Body Components Division June 1998 - November 2000
Benteler Automotive Corporation November 1987 - November 2000
Body Components Division January 1994 - January 1998
Body Components Division January 1993 - January 1994
Benteler Automotive January 1991 - January 1993
Benteler Automotive January 1987 - January 1991
Skills
SAP, MS Project, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Manufacturing
Education
Kaplan University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Computer and Information Sciences, General, Cum Laude
Kaplan University 2009 — 2011
Associate's Degree, Computer Information Systems, Cum Laude
ThyssenKrupp Automotive Systems of America, LLC April 2013 - Present
Borg Warner Automotive 2011 - 2013
Span Packaging Services 2009 - 2011
Benteler Automotive 2006 - 2008
ThyssenKrupp Budd 1999 - 2006
ThyssenKrupp Budd 1985 - 1999
Skills
Value Stream Mapping, Automotive, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Logistics, Manufacturing, TS16949, Kaizen, Purchasing, Engineering, SAP, JIT, Supply Management, Quality System, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing..., Product Development, APQP, Management, FMEA, ISO, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Global Sourcing, Supplier Quality, Kanban, Toyota Production System, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma
Education
University of Michigan-Dearborn
Bachelors
Henry Ford Community College 1976 — 1984
Associate, Commerce -
The Freeman Company 2009 - June 2012
Simple Lean Solutions October 2004 - June 2009
ATEK Medical March 2002 - October 2004
Medtronic 1999 - 2004
Benteler Automotive 1994 - 1998
Bilmar- Division of Sara Lee January 1989 - January 1992
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Industrial Engineering, Leadership, Project Planning, Product Design, Manufacturing, Negotiation, Management Consulting, Business Strategy, Engineering, Project Management, Management, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Sales, Medical Devices, Program Management, Account Management, Product Development, Quality Assurance, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Automotive
Education
Grand Valley State University 1990 — 2007
Bronze Level, Lean Manufacturing
Grand Valley State University 1988 — 1994
BSIE, Engineering
West Catholic High School 1978 — 1982
High School, Mathematics
Foreign Parts Specialists July 2007 - Present
Autowares Inc 2008 - 2015
Autowares Inc 2008 - 2015
Benteler Automotive 2001 - 2007
Benteler Automotive March 1998 - March 2001
Education
Oakland University 2002 — 2006
MBA
Grand Valley State University 1995 — 2000
Hemlock High School 1990 — 1994
GED
Benteler Automotive July 2010 - Present
Tenneco Automotive February 2009 - July 2010
Tenneco 2007 - February 2009
Skills
Testing, APQP, Data Acquisition, Data Analysis, Root Cause Analysis
Education
Kettering University 2001 — 2005
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America June 2008 - Present
Benteler Automotive February 1999 - May 2008
Skills
PLC, Automotive, Manufacturing, Automation, Robotics, Kaizen, Welding, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Electronics, 5S, Manufacturing..., Preventive Maintenance, FMEA, Engineering
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Fort Wayne 1996 — 1997
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Automated Manufacturing Technology
ITT Technical Institute 1994 — 1996
Associates Degree, Electronics Engineering
Cosma International Group of Magna International Inc. May 2014 - Present
Cosma International March 2012 - May 2014
Magna International September 2009 - March 2012
SKD Automotive July 2007 - February 2009
Systematic Solutions Inc September 1998 - August 2008
SKD Automotive Group February 2007 - July 2007
Pullman Industries June 2005 - January 2007
Benteler Automotive June 1999 - June 2006
Weber Specialties Company January 1998 - June 1999
Tower Automotive May 1996 - January 1998
Skills
Manufacturing..., Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, 5S, Automotive, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Manufacturing..., FMEA, SPC, Machine Tools, Stamping, ISO, APQP, Value Stream Mapping, Engineering, Kanban, Process Improvement, Injection Molding, Operations Management, Machining, Welding, GD&T, Product Development, TS16949, Automation, Cnc, Program Management, PPAP, Process Engineering, Robotics, Toyota Production System, TPM, Quality System, Root Cause Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, JIT, Metal Fabrication, Design for Manufacturing, Quality Control, Geometric Dimensioning..., ISO/TS 16949
Education
Institute of Technology, Sligo 1985 — 1991
Tool & Die, Tool Design, Mechanics, Materials, Manufacturing Engineering, Physics, Applied Math, English
Institute of Technology, Sligo 1985 — 1990
Journeyman Tool and Die Maker, Machine Tool Technology
Chassix December 2014 - Present
Federal-Mogul Corporation December 2013 - November 2014
Benteler Automotive October 2012 - December 2013
Manufacturing Technology, Inc. March 2008 - October 2012
Pilkington 2001 - 2007
SPX Contech 1991 - 2000
Skills
Quality Systems, APQP, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, Root Cause Analysis, 5S, Customer Relations, Six Sigma, Process Improvement, ISO, Engineering, Microsoft Office, SPC, Excel, Automotive, Purchasing, Program Management, Problem Solving, Word, FMEA, Quality Assurance
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1978 — 1983
BS - Business Administration, Marketing & Management
LaSalle High
HCI Inc August 2013 - Present
Benteler Automotive August 2007 - April 2013
Asimco Technologies 2004 - 2006
Hydro Automotive Structures 2001 - 2004
Skills
APQP, Manufacturing..., Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, 5S, PPAP, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Machining, AutoCAD, PFMEA, TS16949, Manufacturing, GD&T, Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Improvement
Education
Grand Valley State University 1995 — 2000
BSME, Manufacturing Engineering
Benteler Automotive September 2014 - Present
Magna Mirrors October 2009 - Present
Skills
Pro/Engineer, Product Development, Problem Solving, CAD, Automotive, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Product Design, Engineering, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, MS Project, Troubleshooting, CNC, Technical Writing, Finite Element Analysis, Process Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Access, Pro Engineer
Education
Grand Valley State University 2004 — 2008
engineering
Midway Products Group June 2006 - January 2009
Dura Automotive 2005 - 2006
Benteler Automotive 1994 - 2005
Benteler 1994 - 2005
LH Carbide 1989 - 1994
Skills
Stamping, Manufacturing..., Machine Tools, PPAP, GD&T, APQP, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Engineering, Machining, Manufacturing, Manufacturing...
Education
Ivy Tech Community College 1989 — 2004
CAD
Purdue University 1984 — 1986
MET
HARMAN International July 2014 - Present
Champion Manufacturing December 2013 - June 2014
Benteler Automotive June 2008 - December 2013
Indalex Aluminum Solutions April 2003 - June 2008
ISI/CNA UniSource February 2001 - April 2003
Pro Resources 1999 - 2001
Skills
Onboarding, Benefits Administration, Employee Relations, Deferred Compensation, Temporary Placement, Employee Engagement, Employee Benefits, Personnel Management, HR Consulting, Leadership, Workforce Planning, College Recruiting, FMLA, Succession Planning, Recruiting, Performance Management, Process Improvement, Talent Management, HR Policies, Labor Relations, New Hire Orientations, Time Management, Applicant Tracking..., Talent Acquisition, HRIS, Human Resources, SPHR, Hiring, Compensation & Benefit, Union Avoidance, Employee Handbooks, Employment Law, Performance Appraisal
Education
Concord High School
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Economics & Public Policy/Business Law
Indiana University South Bend
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Benteler Automotive November 2014 - Present
Benteler Automotive January 2013 - November 2014
Benteler Defense Corporation February 2011 - December 2012
Benteler Automotive February 2009 - February 2011
ADAC Automotive 2006 - 2009
Johnson Controls 2004 - 2006
Fredricks Design, Inc. 2001 - 2004
Dynamic Technologies and Design 1996 - 2001
Diesel Technology Company 1994 - 1996
Skills
Design for Manufacturing, Product Design, Solid Modeling, Surface Modeling, Catia, Solidworks, Engineering Change..., Leadership, GD&T, Teamcenter, WERS, SAP, SAP EBP, Engineering, Automotive, OEMs, Exterior Trim, Interior Trim, Plastics, Injection Molding, Structural Steel, Defense, ITAR, Hot Stamping, Armor, Sheet Metal, CAD, I-DEAS, Feasibility Studies, Data Management, Automotive Design, Project Management, CATIA, Geometric Dimensioning, DFMEA
Education
Grand Valley State University
BBA
Grand Rapids Community College
Dasi Solutions 2012 — 2012
Ricardo March 2007 - Present
Benteler Automotive 2005 - 2007
Oxford Automotive 1999 - 2004
Skills
Manufacturing..., Automotive, Engineering, Stamping, PPAP, Automotive Engineering, GD&T, APQP, Engineering Management, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Teamcenter, DFMEA, Powertrain, Kaizen
Education
Kettering University
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Kason Industries November 2009 - Present
Sanderson Industries June 2001 - October 2009
Dixie Tool & Die September 2000 - March 2001
OHI America March 1997 - September 2000
Benteler Automotive August 1993 - March 1997
Skills
APQP, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Engineering, CAD, Manufacturing, FDA, Program Management, 5S, Automotive, Welding, Systems Engineering, Machine Tools, Troubleshooting, Procurement, Stamping, Management, TS16949, Process Improvement, Quality Control, Continuous Improvement, ISO/TS 16949
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis
University of Evansville
DENSO May 2014 - Present
IAC Group May 2000 - May 2014
IAC May 2000 - May 2014
IAC Group May 2000 - May 2014
IAC Group May 2000 - May 2014
Lear Corporation May 1999 - May 2014
Benteler Automotive September 2004 - July 2006
Simpson Industries April 1997 - May 1999
Stryker Instruments 1989 - 1991
Skills
PPAP, Product Engineering, APQP, TS16949, Manufacturing..., Stamping, GD&T, FMEA, Machine Tools, Injection Molding, DFMEA, Geometric Dimensioning..., Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, SPC, ISO/TS 16949, Manufacturing..., Lean Manufacturing, DMAIC, Kaizen, 5S, Automotive, Toyota Production System
Education
Western Michigan University 1995 — 2004
BS, Engineering
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1989 — 1995
AS, Engineering
Delton
Benteler Automotive February 2010 - Present
Continental Automotive Systems February 2004 - November 2009
Budco Tool & die August 2002 - February 2004
Modineer November 2000 - August 2002
Superior Tool & die February 1995 - November 2000
Education
Ivy Tech Community College
blueprint reading, general maching
Lennar May 2013 - Present
CELGARD March 2012 - December 2012
Huntington Foam February 2011 - September 2011
Caterpillar Inc. 2009 - 2011
Benteler Automotive 2009 - 2010
Nutra Manufacturing 2009 - 2009
Lennar Homes 2003 - 2008
BMW Manufacturing Corporation 2001 - 2002
General Motors Metal Fabrication Center 1999 - 2001
MicroScreen 1991 - 1998
Skills
Experience in 5s, Six..., Excellent interpersonal..., Conflict resolution., Managed or supervised..., Manufacturing
Education
Indiana University South Bend
BA, General Studies/Business Administration
MoneyGram International April 2015 - Present
MoneyGram International March 2013 - April 2015
Dr Pepper Snapple Group November 2009 - March 2013
Kellogg Company February 2007 - November 2009
Benteler Automotive October 2005 - February 2007
Eaton Automotive July 2004 - October 2005
General Motors May 1999 - July 2004
Volume Services America June 1998 - October 1998
Skills
Global Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Distribution Management, Supplier Management, Cost Savings, Supplier, Supply Chain, MRP, Materials Management, Lean Manufacturing, Purchasing, Cost Reduction, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Supplier Evaluation, Category Management, ISO, Inventory Control, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Selection, Supplier Negotiations, Low Cost Country..., Purchasing Management, JIT, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Cost, Demand Planning, Supply Management, Contract Negotiation, Strategy, ERP, Supplier Negotiation, Product Development, Spend Analysis, Negotiation, Inventory Management, Supply Chain..., Management
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2002 — 2004
MBA, Finance/Strategic Management
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad College of Business 1995 — 1999
BA, Supply Chain Management
Benteler Automotive June 2014 - Present
Towne Air Freight July 2012 - November 2013
XPO Logistics, Inc. April 2008 - July 2012
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Deferred Compensation, Labor Relations, Employee Training, Personnel Management, Workforce Planning, Process Improvement, Time Management, Compensation & Benefit, Conflict Resolution, Leadership, Hiring, Accounting, Interviews, Affirmative Action, Training, College Recruiting, Job Analysis, Employee Benefits, Benefits Administration, Safety, Workers Compensation, Payroll, Management Accounting, ADP Payroll, Team Management, Management Training..., EEOC, FMLA, Human Resource..., Human Resources, G/L Reconciliations, Compensation, Employee Engagement, Customer Service, Recruiting, Onboarding, Employee Relations, Management, New Hire Orientations, HRIS, Coaching, Applicant Tracking...
Education
Indiana Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)/HR, Business Administration and Management, General, Human Resources, 3.86
Dana Holding Corporation March 2012 - Present
Benteler Automotive April 2009 - March 2012
Toyota Motor Manufacturing US 2006 - 2009
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky 2001 - 2006
General Motors South Africa April 1999 - November 2001
Skills
Operations Management, P&L Management, Engineering, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System, Toyota Way, Value Stream Mapping, Problem Solving, Union Relations, Automotive, Leadership, Plant Management, Commercial Vehicle
Education
Kettering University 1987 — 1990
Manufacturing Management
Michigan State University 1981 — 1986
Mechanical Engineering
BENTELER Automotive July 2015 - Present
JR Automation April 2013 - August 2015
Magna Mirrors October 2011 - April 2013
Ventra Plastics Grand Rapids 5 October 2010 - November 2011
Magna Mirrors September 2007 - October 2010
Skills
APQP, 5S, Automation, Engineering, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, Machining, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., PPAP, Process Improvement, Robot, GD, Team Building, Pro Engineer, Continuous Improvement, Mechanical Engineering
Education
Grand Valley State University 2002 — 2007
BSE, Mechanical
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering
Meijer June 2015 - Present
Meijer September 2014 - Present
Meijer July 2013 - Present
BISSELL Homecare, Inc. 2011 - 2013
Ranier April 2010 - November 2011
Elan Nutrition December 2003 - June 2010
Alticor (Amway) July 2001 - December 2003
Manga International March 2001 - July 2001
Benteler January 1999 - March 2001
Benteler Automotive January 1997 - March 1999
Skills
SAP, Ingredients, Food, Expenses, Depreciation, Project Management, Balance Sheet, Food Manufacturing, Forecasting, Materials Management, Ledger, Inventory Management, Oracle, AS400, IRR, ROI, Finance, Cyberquery, advanced Excel Access, manufacturing, Asia sourced products, MRP, Microsoft Office, Continuous Improvement, Financial Analysis, Analysis, Manufacturing, Budgets, Cross-functional Team..., Pricing
Education
Grand Valley State University
Masters, Business Administration 2003
Western Michigan University
Bachelors, Business Administration; Accounting
Kalamzoo Central
Benteler Automotive April 2014 - Present
Martinrea International January 2013 - March 2014
Martinrea Jonesville February 2011 - January 2013
Meridian Automotive Systems September 2005 - May 2009
Skills
Cost Accounting, Accounting, Internal Controls, Variance Analysis, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Auditing, Fixed Assets, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Forecasting, Hyperion Enterprise, Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, Financial Analysis, Accounts Payable, Internal Audit, GAAP, Cash Management, Managerial Finance
Education
Indiana Wesleyan University 2006 — 2008
MBA, Business/Accounting
Benteler Automotive October 2014 - Present
MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.) June 2014 - September 2014
Utilimaster Corporation February 2013 - July 2013
Benteler Automotive November 2012 - February 2013
Utilimaster Corporation November 2011 - November 2012
CVG-Concord, NC June 2011 - November 2011
Hickory Financial November 2008 - October 2010
Dana Holding Corporation October 1987 - April 2007
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Inventory Management, Kaizen, Automotive, Inventory Control, Microsoft Office, MRP, Purchasing, Customer Service, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Materials Management, Microsoft Excel, JIT, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Forecasting, Kanban, Supply Management, Warehousing, Quality Control, Manufacturing, Project Planning, TS16949, Quality Management, Team Leadership, APQP, Process Engineering, SPC, ISO, DMAIC, 5S, Leadership, Program Management, FMEA, Warehouse Management, Shipping, Customer Satisfaction, Team Building, Supply Chain, Product Development, Forklift Operator, Procurement, Logistics, Manufacturing..., PPAP, Supply Chain Management
Education
Ivy Tech Community College 2007 — 2009
Associate's degree, Business Administration, Management and Operations
MHS 1982 — 1985
Benteler Automotive February 2015 - Present
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Automotive, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, 5S, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Root Cause Analysis
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Benteler Automotive June 2011 - Present
ArvinMeritor 2008 - June 2011
Volvo Trucks North America 2007 - 2008
GKN Columbia 2002 - 2006
Skills
Line Balancing, Process Improvement, Waste Reduction, Equipment Installation, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Assembly Lines, TS16949, PPAP, Manufacturing, Clutter Control, Root Cause Analysis, Work Instructions, Machine Tools, JIT, Value Stream Mapping, Black Belt, Automotive Engineering, Poka Yoke, PFMEA, OEE, FMEA, SPC, Automotive, Ergonomics, Process Flow, Continuous Improvement, Green Belt, Kaizen, Kanban, Manufacturing..., Six Sigma, Product Quality, Industrial Engineering, Engineering, ISO, DMAIC, Powertrain, TPM, APQP, Toyota Production System, Manufacturing..., Supplier Quality, SMED
Education
Kennedy Western 1997 — 2000
B.S., Industrial Engineering
Hiram College 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Economics
Alpla January 2007 - Present
Benteler Automotive September 1991 - January 2007
K&G Manufacturing Company 1985 - September 1991
Skills
Injection Molding, Plastics, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Blow Molding, Manufacturing, ISO, Machine Tools, SPC, Product Development, Metal Stamping Dies
Education
Ft Wayne Community schools 1992 — 1996
Indiana dept.of labor Journeyman Toolmaker
Ivy Tech Community College 1985 — 1989
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
IPFW
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Zentis Food Solutions June 2013 - March 2014
Benteler Automotive April 2011 - April 2013
Zimmer July 1977 - February 2011
Murphy Medical Center January 1973 - June 1977
Skills
Medical Devices, Product Development, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Healthcare, Project Management, Sales Management, New Business Development, Process Improvement, Microsoft Excel, Cross-functional Team..., JD Edwards, SAP, AS400 system, Supervisory Experience, Communication, Inventory Control, Cycle Counting, Supply Chain, Logistics Management, International Business, Shipping, Receiverships
Education
Indiana Wesleyan University 1990 — 1995
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Ivy Tech Community College 1979 — 1984
Associate's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Benteler Automotive June 1990 - Present
Skills
Design of Experiments, Stamping, Process Engineering, APQP, PPAP, Poka Yoke, Robotic Welding, Welding Procedures, Six Sigma, hydroforming, Lean Manufacturing, Hydroforming, Machine Tools, Quality Management, JIT, MIG welding, Welding, Product Quality, GD&T, Robotics
Education
LeTourneau University 1984 — 1985
Bachelor of Science (BS), Welding Engineering Technology
Kellogg Community College 1973 — 1975
Associate of Science (A.S.), Manufacturing Technology
JATCO April 2008 - January 2011
Chrysler September 2007 - January 2008
Benteler Automotive September 2005 - July 2007
G-Tech Proffesional Staffing March 2004 - September 2005
General Motors June 1996 - December 2003
General Motors February 1985 - June 1996
General Motors August 1970 - February 1985
General Motors February 1967 - August 1970
Education
Kettering University 2001 — 2002
MS, Operational Management
Kettering University 1999 — 2001
MS, Manufacturing Management
Spring Arbor University 1996 — 1998
BA, Management and Organizational Development
Continental November 2014 - Present
IMS Gear Inc June 2013 - November 2014
TI Automotive 2004 - 2013
Benteler Automotive 2000 - 2004
Skills
Robotics, 5S, Allen Bradley, Automation, Automotive, Engineering Management, FMEA, Fanuc, GD, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing..., PLC, Process Control, Robot, Root Cause Analysis, SPC
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Fort Wayne
Biomet March 2011 - Present
Benteler Automotive March 2003 - March 2009
Education
Kankakee Community College
Benteler Automotive June 2014 - Present
Precision Grinding & Sharpening July 2012 - June 2014
Ward Corporation January 2011 - July 2012
Team Quality Services October 2010 - July 2011
Contech January 2006 - June 2009
Skills
Training Skills, Microsoft Office, CNC, Quality, Forklift Operator, Management
Education
Indiana Institute of Technology 2012 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Indiana Institute of Technology 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
IPFW
Benteler Automotive September 2005 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Leadership, Training, Research, Management, Product Development
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Fort Wayne 1997 — 1999
Associate's degree, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Benteler Automotive May 2011 - Present
Hoosier Molded Products September 2005 - December 2010
Parker Hannifin August 2000 - September 2005
Skills
APQP, PPAP, Quality Auditing, TS16949, ISO9001, GD&T, Quality Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Engineer, Supervisor, Supervisory Experience, Customer Specific..., Hot Stamping, Plastics, Rubber, Molding, QS9000, Geometric Dimensioning..., 8D Problem Solving, Global 8D, Problem Solving, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Lean Tools, Microsoft Word, SAP, AS400 system, Recreational Vehicles, Woodworking, Automotive Engineering, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support, Certified Quality..., Industrial Engineering, Time Study, Shot Peening, Painting, clutch, Air Compressors, Chemical, Forklift Operator, Visio, 5 Why, Fishbone
Education
Indiana University Kokomo 1980 — 1982
No degree, Accounting
Western High School 1976 — 1980
High School Diploma, General Studies
Benteler Automotive December 1984 - Present
Caterpillar Tractor Co. July 1972 - December 1984
Skills
FMEA, PPAP, APQP, Manufacturing..., Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Automotive, GD&T, SPC, Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, TS16949, Manufacturing, DFMEA, Six Sigma, Kanban, Supplier Quality, Design for Manufacturing
Education
Caterpillar Tractor Company 1972 — 1974
2 year Machine Shop (Machinist App), Manufacturing Engineering
Bradley University 1970 — 1972
BFA
Illinois Central College 1968 — 1970
Associate of Arts (AA)
Aunt Millie's Bakeries 2009 - Present
SKD Automotive Group 2005 - 2009
ABB 2000 - 2005
BENTELER Automotive 1995 - 2000
Motorola 1994 - 1995
Skills
Food Processing, Food Industry, Food Manufacturing, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Lean Manufacturing, Food Safety, Troubleshooting, GMP, Integration, PLC Programming, Six Sigma, Microsoft Office, DeviceNet, Process Improvement, Project Management, Consumer Products, HMI Programming, Robot Programming, RSLogix, Engineering, Manufacturing, PLC
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Fort Wayne 1993 — 1994
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Automation Engineer Technology/Technician
ITT Technical Institute-Fort Wayne 1990 — 1992
Associate's degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Bold Fusion Fabricating February 2007 - Present
Bold Fusion Fabricating February 2007 - Present
Self-employed 1991 - Present
Benteler Automotive August 1991 - February 2007
US Navy February 1987 - February 1991
Skills
MIG welding, Tig Welding, Metal Fabrication, Manufacturing..., Lean Manufacturing, Machinery Repair
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, Machine repair.
Benteler Automotive June 2014 - Present
Warsaw Autoplex February 2014 - June 2014
Da-Lite Screen January 1999 - January 2014
Skills
Material Planning, Final Inspection, Material Handling, Shipping and Recieving, Returns, Tig Welding, Press Set-up/Operation, Team Leader, Continuous Improvement, MRP, Inspection, Lean Manufacturing, Production Planning, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Account Management
Education
Wawasee High School 1994 — 1998
Diploma, Automechanics
Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW)
Certificate, Communication
Benteler Automotive August 2008 - August 2014
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Forecasting, Cost Accounting, Automotive, SAP, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., ERP, Six Sigma, MRP
Education
Indiana Institute of Technology
Benteler Automotive January 2001 - Present
Skills
Supervisory Skills, Robotic Welding, Forklift Operator, MIG welding, Microsoft Office, Accounting, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Automotive, Process Improvement
Education
University of Phoenix 2012 — 2014
BSB, Business Administration, Management and Operations
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1983 — 1987
Associate of Arts (AA), Engineering
Triangle Rubber and Thermoplastics October 2014 - Present
Benteler Automotive September 2010 - October 2014
Alorica July 2006 - September 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Management, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Leadership, Training, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Team Building, Marketing
Education
Indiana State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Human Resources Development