Pridgeon and Clay
Industry: Agriculture company
DescriptionPridgeon & Clay provides metal stamping and fine-blank components, specializing in exhaust components for the automotive industry. Pridgeon & Clay also produces components for the class 8 truck, agriculture, medical, battery, fuel cell and other alternative energy industries. Headquarters: Michigan Founded: 1948
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Pridgeon and Clay Employees
Coalfire Systems, Inc. January 2015 - Present
Coalfire Systems, Inc. January 2014 - Present
Coalfire Systems, Inc. October 2012 - December 2013
Culinary Software Solutions August 2012 - October 2012
Pridgeon and Clay November 2011 - June 2012
Skills
Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office, Windows, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Printers, Access, Outlook, Software Documentation, Network Security, Microsoft Word, Cisco Technologies, Active Directory, Windows Server, Security, Computer Hardware, Windows 7, Information Security, Networking, Help Desk Support, Computer Security, System Administration, Network Administration
Education
Davenport University 2008 — 2012
BAS, computer network security
Platinum Educational Group June 2015 - Present
Grand Rapids Foam Technologies May 2014 - June 2015
Platinum Educational Group LLC 2015 - 2015
Platinum Educational Group LLC 2015 - 2015
Pridgeon and Clay 2012 - May 2014
Barrister Global Services Network April 2013 - 2014
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping October 2007 - 2012
Skills
Computer Repair, Computer Maintenance, Wireless Networking, Networking, Interpersonal..., Organization, Attentiveness to Detail, Mechanical Services, Resistance Welding, Windows 7, Programming Concepts, 5S, Forklift Operator, Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Teamwork, Multi Tasking, Welding, Printers, Computer Hardware, Automotive, Manufacturing, Training, Employee Relations
Education
University of Phoenix 2014 — 2016
Advanced Networking
Everest University-Brandon 2010 — 2013
Associate 's Degree, Computer Information Science, Network Administration, 3.98 GPA
Monroe, LLC November 2014 - Present
Monroe LLC June 2010 - June 2015
General Dynamics Land Systems May 2009 - August 2009
Pridgeon and Clay May 2008 - August 2008
Paper Transport, LTD. June 2003 - September 2007
Skills
GD&T, Pro Engineer, Solidworks, CAD, Unigraphics, Product Design, Engineering, Automotive, LightTools, Microsoft Office, Plastics, Product Development, Machine Tools, Finite Element Analysis
Education
Ferris State University 2007 — 2010
B.S., Mechanical Engineering Technology
Excel Realty LLC July 1988 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay July 1985 - July 2015
Skills
Stamping, Automotive, APQP, PPAP, TS16949, Supplier Development, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, GD&T, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing, FMEA, SPC, Kanban, Customer Satisfaction, Value Stream Mapping, Profit, ISO, Six Sigma, Machine Tools, Manufacturing..., Vehicles, Quality Management, Supply Management, Purchasing, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Management, Engineering, Leadership, Supply Chain Management, Negotiation, Project Management, Cross-functional Team..., ISO/TS 16949, Geometric Dimensioning, Team Building, Product Development, Program Management, Sales, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Inventory Management, Supply Chain
Education
University of Phoenix 2005 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Calvin College 1981 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Pridgeon and Clay, Inc April 2015 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay August 2001 - April 2015
Donnelly Corporation April 1995 - 2001
Magna International 1994 - 1995
Inland Fisher Guide (General Motors) May 1989 - September 1994
Skills
FMEA, Injection Molding, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Automotive, R&D, Stamping, APQP, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing..., 5S, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing..., Root Cause Analysis, PPAP, Machining, Machine Tools, Engineering, Product Design, Product Development, DFMEA, Quality Management, Sheet Metal, Process Improvement, Testing, Robotics, Plastics, Cross-functional Team..., Components
Education
Ferris State University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Science (BS), Plastics and Polymer Engineering Technology/Technician
Pridgeon and Clay June 2012 - Present
J's Again Restuarant September 2005 - May 2013
Great Lake Woods, Inc. August 2011 - June 2012
American Heart Association September 2010 - April 2011
Skills
Event Planning, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing, Outlook, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Facebook
Education
Grand Valley State University 2007 — 2011
Communication, Communications, Public Relatioins, Advertising
Zeeland East High School 2003 — 2007
High School
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping September 2014 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay January 2012 - August 2014
Pridgeon and Clay December 2008 - December 2011
Pridgeon and Clay June 2005 - December 2008
Pridgeon and Clay May 2004 - June 2005
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping January 2002 - April 2004
Skills
Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, PPAP, Manufacturing, 5S, APQP, Supply Chain Management, TS16949, Kanban, Project Management, Customer Liason, Management, Inventory Management, Operations Management, Stamping, Process Scheduler, Program Management, Manufacturing..., Leadership, Team Leadership, Poka Yoke, Purchasing, ERP
Education
Cracow University of Economics 2011 — 2013
MBA, Integrated Management
Grand Valley State University 2000 — 2005
BBS, Finance and Operations Management
Wyser Innovative Products August 2013 - Present
Woodward, Inc. June 2012 - August 2013
Pridgeon and Clay August 2010 - May 2012
Falcon Foam 2002 - 2009
Daybreak Community Church January 2008 - September 2008
Skills
TIG welding, Robotics, Welding, Automotive
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2006 — 2012
Certified, Industrial maintenance
FPC of Erie ( formerly Grand Rapids ) July 2002 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay 1999 - 2001
GE Transportation Systems 1984 - 1986
Skills
TQM, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Operations, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing, Quality Management, Supply Chain Management, Black Belt, Process Improvement, Program Management, DMAIC, Business Process..., Performance Improvement, Value Stream Mapping, Supply Chain, Talent Developer, Process Engineering, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, Management, Cross-functional Team..., Talent Scouting, Quality System, Training, Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Procurement, Recruiting, Business Process Mapping, Talent Mining, Technical Recruiting, Operations Management, Job Placements, Networking, Iso 9000, Kanban, ISO, Toyota Production System, Interviews, Manufacturing..., Logistics, Strategic Sourcing, Sourcing, Executive Management, JIT, Executive Search, Talent Management
Education
Gannon University 1976 — 1980
MBA, Business focus on Organizational Behavior
Gannon University 1969 — 1973
B.S., Business
Reyna Dickensheets April 2010 - Present
RD Technologies April 2010 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay July 2002 - April 2010
Johnson Controls Interiors 1991 - 2002
Skills
Training, Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Building, Management, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Coaching, Process Improvement, Program Management, Six Sigma, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Project Management, Automotive, Executive Coaching, Talent Management, Change Management, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Employee Training, Organizational..., Onboarding, Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Team Leadership, Workshop Facilitation, Employee Engagement, Succession Planning, Strategic Planning, Organizational..., Operations Management, Personnel Management, Instructional Design
Education
Western Michigan University 2003 — 2005
Masters, Career and Technical Education
Davenport University 1998 — 2002
BS, Business Administration
Belmont Engineered Plastics April 2015 - Present
West Michigan Boosters - Cassell Gymnastic July 2014 - Present
GHSP July 2013 - April 2015
Johnson Controls February 2013 - July 2013
Eaton Corporation Aerospace Division May 2011 - February 2013
Medallion Instrumentation Systems April 2007 - June 2011
Medallion Instrumentation Systems April 2007 - May 2011
Pridgeon and Clay April 2006 - April 2007
N-K Manufacturing Technologies, LLC. January 2004 - April 2006
Skills
Business Strategy, Analysis, Electronics, Six Sigma, Program Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Purchasing, Process Improvement, Product Development, Change Management, Root Cause Analysis, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Management, 5S, Kaizen, Supplier Quality, APQP, Automotive, PPAP, Forecasting, Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, Aerospace, Cross-functional Team..., DMAIC, Design for Manufacturing, Engineering Management, FMEA, Global Sourcing, ISO, Kanban, MRP, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing..., Materials Management, Operations Management, Process Engineering, Quality Management, SPC, Strategic Sourcing, Strategy, Supplier Development, Supply Management, TS16949, SAP, Quality System
Education
University of Phoenix 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Small Business Management
University of Phoenix 2008 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (BSM), Management
Calvin College 1999 — 2001
Psychology, Social Work
Middleville Tool and Die Company, Inc. April 2015 - Present
Asset Optimization Consultants, Inc. May 2014 - April 2015
Magna Mirrors October 2013 - May 2014
Pridgeon and Clay, Inc. September 2012 - October 2013
Pridgeon and Clay November 2010 - September 2012
Denso Manufacturing Michigan, Inc. January 2007 - October 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office Xp, AutoCAD, Solidworks, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Automotive, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, Engineering, Process Improvement, Project Management, Product Development, SolidWorks, Procurement, Quality System
Education
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Western Michigan University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Mechanical Engineering
Western Michigan University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Polaris Industries January 2015 - Present
Ferris State University August 2013 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay May 2014 - August 2014
Parker Hannifin June 2013 - August 2013
Burnips Equipment June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Machining, Robotics, Manufacturing..., Solidworks, AutoCAD, Catia, Fanuc Programming, Manufacturing, CNC Operation, CAD/CAM, Engineering, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, GD&T, PowerPoint, Product Design, Microsoft Word, MIG welding
Education
Ferris State University 2013 — 2017
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Manufacturing Engineering
Allegan Area Technical Center 2011 — 2013
Machining and CNC Technology, A
Hopkins High School 2009 — 2013
High School Diploma
Pridgeon and Clay January 2013 - Present
Johnson Controls Automotive May 2006 - January 2013
Skills
Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, ISO 14001, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, ISO, Continuous Improvement, JIT, 5S, Manufacturing, Automotive, Black Belt, Management, PPAP, Toyota Production System, FMEA, Value Stream Mapping, APQP, DMAIC, TS16949, SPC, Kanban, Poka Yoke, Manufacturing..., SMED, Manufacturing Operations, TPM, Stamping, TQM, 5 Why, Operational Excellence, Quality System
Education
Kettering University 2002 — 2010
Master Of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Pridgeon and Clay 2015 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay October 2000 - Present
L&W Engineering October 1996 - October 2000
Herman Miller 1991 - 1996
Skills
Manufacturing, Automotive, APQP, Product Development, Sales, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Negotiation, PPAP, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing..., Kaizen, Six Sigma
Education
Hope College 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Jabil December 2011 - September 2013
Pridgeon and Clay November 2011 - December 2011
Elcoteq Hungary Ltd March 2010 - October 2011
Elcoteq Hungary Ltd. September 2009 - March 2010
Elcoteq Hungary Ltd. August 2009 - September 2009
Elcoteq Hungary Ltd. March 2007 - August 2009
Skills
Organizational..., Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Personnel Management, HR Policies, HR Consulting, Recruiting, Technical Recruiting, Succession Planning, Human Resources, Performance Management, Sourcing, HRIS, Deferred Compensation, Internal Communications, Employment Law, Leadership Development, Employee Training, Interviews, Training, Hiring, Recruitment Advertising, Management, Performance Appraisal, Employer Branding, Internet Recruiting, Career Development, Job Descriptions, Executive Search, Process Improvement, Onboarding, Management Development, Organizational...
Education
Pécsi Tudományegyetem
Master Degree - University, Communication
TRW October 2013 - Present
Acro Service Corp August 2013 - October 2013
Pridgeon and Clay September 2012 - August 2013
Pridgeon and Clay May 2012 - August 2012
Oklahoma State University August 2009 - December 2011
Oklahoma State University August 2009 - May 2011
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories December 2008 - April 2009
Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory-Defence Research and Development Organisation May 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Materials Science, Corrosion Testing, Scanning Electron..., Chemical Engineering, Materials, Mechanical Testing, Materials Development, Polymers, Data Analysis, Failure Analysis, Fuel Cells, Minitab, Polymer Characterization, Electrochemistry, Engineering, Design of Experiments, Powder X-ray Diffraction, Environmental Issues, Event Management, Group Presentations, Report Writing
Education
Oklahoma State University 2009 — 2011
Masters of Science, Chemical Engineering, 3.464
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University 2005 — 2009
Bachelors of Technology, Chemical Engineering
Methode Electronics March 2012 - Present
Methode Electronics May 2011 - March 2012
Pridgeon and Clay September 2009 - May 2011
Whirlpool Corporation May 2009 - September 2009
Chrysler July 2005 - November 2008
General Motors May 2001 - July 2005
Skills
FMEA, PPAP, Automotive, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Product Development, Kaizen, SPC, Manufacturing..., Cross-functional Team..., Engineering, 5S
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2003 — 2005
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Purdue University 2001 — 2003
Master of Science In Engineering
Michigan State University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
BENTELER Automotive September 2015 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay June 2011 - September 2015
Johnson Controls 2008 - 2011
Market Technologies Inc. June 2004 - February 2008
Skills
Six Sigma, Green Belt, FMEA, APQP, Kaizen, PPAP, Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing, Automotive, SPC, Root Cause Analysis, Kanban, Toyota Production System, DMAIC, Supplier Quality, Process Improvement, GD&T, Industrial Engineering, PFMEA, TS16949, Poka Yoke, Injection Molding, ISO/TS 16949
Education
Lake Superior State University 2000 — 2004
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Lake Superior State University 2000 — 2004
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Pridgeon and Clay May 2013 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay 2006 - May 2013
Pridgeon and Clay 1998 - 2007
Pridgeon and Clay 1991 - 1997
Skills
Visual Studio, ERP, Business Analysis, EDI, Automotive, Project Management, QAD, PPAP, Six Sigma, Databases, Kanban, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Unix, Troubleshooting, Software Development, SDLC, Lean Manufacturing, .NET, Continuous Improvement, Windows Server, Software Project..., Windows 7, OpenEdge, Leadership, Global Management, IT Management, IT Strategy, IT Operations, IT Solutions, IT Service Management, Executive Management
Education
University of Phoenix 2001 — 2006
Bachlor of Science, Computer Science
Pridgeon and Clay January 2007 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay 2006 - 2010
Mediadisc Inc. 1987 - 2006
Skills
Automotive, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Product Development, Marketing, Continuous Improvement, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Project Management, Team Building, Social Media Marketing, Training, Management, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Negotiation, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Engineering, Program Management, Product Design, Strategy
Education
Ferris State University 1987 — 1989
BS Television Production, Media Communication
Lansing Community College 1985 — 1987
Associate's Degree, Media Technology, Cum Laude
Charles Schwab September 2012 - Present
Charles Schwab February 2010 - August 2012
Pridgeon and Clay September 2008 - February 2009
Pridgeon and Clay May 2007 - August 2008
Pridgeon and Clay February 2007 - April 2007
Pridgeon and Clay September 2005 - January 2007
Skills
SAP, Security, Visio, Management, Access, Information Security, Oracle, z/OS, JCL, SMP/E, IBM Mainframe, TSO, ISPF, IBM Utilities, Networking
Education
Grand Valley State University 2004 — 2009
B.B.A, Accounting, Management Information Systems
Villanova University 2008 — 2008
N/A, Computer Information System Security
Haviland Products August 2014 - Present
Magna Mirrors July 2013 - August 2014
Pridgeon and Clay August 2011 - June 2013
Hart & Cooley October 2006 - July 2011
Carrier Corporation 2000 - September 2006
Skills
Kaizen, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Environmental Awareness, Engineering, FMEA, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, EHS, Process Engineering, Quality Management, ISO 14001, ISO 9000
Education
Michigan Technological University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Environmental Engineering
Pridgeon and Clay August 1997 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay 1997 - Present
Mode Builders December 1993 - April 1995
California Contractor Supplies September 1991 - November 1993
Skills
Leadership, Troubleshooting, Management, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Six Sigma, Warehousing, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Inventory Management, Logistics, Root Cause Analysis, Automotive
Education
Andrews University 2004 — 2004
None, Music
Battle Creek Academy 1971 — 1983
General, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates
fairlife, LLC May 2013 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay June 2010 - April 2013
Falcon Foam May 2007 - May 2009
CLM Pallet, Pallet Repair April 2006 - May 2007
U.S. Army National Guard May 2001 - May 2007
Skills
Troubleshooting, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Active Directory, XP, Computer Repair, Computer Hardware, Windows, Windows 7, Software Documentation, Microsoft Word, Networking, Visio, Help Desk Support, Operating Systems, Network Security, Access, Leadership, Windows Server, Security, Technical Support, Network Administration, System Administration, Team Leadership, Databases, Printers, Cisco Technologies, SQL, HTML, Windows XP
Education
Davenport University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Security and Information Assurance
ITT Technical Institute 2009 — 2011
Associate of Applied Science, Computer Network Systems
Pridgeon and Clay May 2011 - Present
Skills
Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Product..., Product Design, Project Engineering, SolidWorks, Tool & Die, Machine Design, AutoCAD, Solid Modeling, Fixture Design, Precision Machining, Ergonomics, Fixture Development, Solid Edge, 3D Modeling, American Welding..., Metallurgy, Material Handling, Fanuc Robots, Blow Molding, Moldflow, Injection Molding, Rotational Molding, CNC Machine, Design for Manufacturing, Geometric Dimensioning..., FMEA, 5S, Automotive Design, Pneumatics, Thermodynamics, Mechatronics, Patents
Education
Ferris State University 2011 — 2013
Product Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Ferris State University 2008 — 2011
CAD Drafting & Tool Design, Engineering
Pridgeon and Clay March 2001 - Present
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping 2000 - 2001
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping 1998 - 1999
Skills
5S, APQP, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Six Sigma
Education
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Accounting
GoEngineer July 2015 - Present
G.A. Richards Group February 2015 - July 2015
TerraTrike March 2014 - January 2015
Pridgeon and Clay May 2011 - March 2014
Ferris State University September 2008 - May 2009
Complete Auto Services & Towing May 2008 - September 2008
Skills
Fanuc Robots, Robotics, Laser Welding, CNC Machine, Machining, GD&T, Lean Manufacturing, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Metrology, Design of Experiments, Statistical Modeling, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, AutoCAD, Automotive Engineering, Team Leadership, Manufacturing..., Engineering, Geometric Dimensioning..., SolidWorks, FMEA, PTC Creo, Automotive
Education
Ferris State University 2007 — 2011
Engineering Technology, Quality, Machining, Statistics
Oakland Technical Center SW 2006 — 2007
Automotive Technologies, Automotive
Walled Lake Western High School 2004 — 2007
GED, General
Walker Tool & Die, Inc. March 1996 - Present
Walker Tool & Die, Inc. February 1989 - March 1996
Pridgeon and Clay January 1983 - February 1989
Skills
Master Toolmaker, 5-Axis Laser Programmer..., Wire EDM, Global Tooling Tryout, MIG welding, Arc Welding, Tig Welding, Stamping Presses, Mecon Coil Feeder, Lean Manufacturing, Situational Leadership, Metalworking, Automotive, Machine Tools, Cnc, Stamping, 5S, GD&T, Fixture Design, CAD, Heat Treatment, ISO, Kaizen, Machining, APQP, Grinding, Brazing, Unigraphics, Welding, Continuous Improvement, CNC Programming, PPAP, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing..., Rapid Prototyping, Induction Heat Treating, Toyota Production System, Lathe, Forging, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Fanuc, Injection Molding, PFMEA, Process Capability, Cellular Manufacturing, Sheet Metal, Machinery, CNC manufacturing, SMED
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1983 — 1987
Journeyman Toolmaker
Fairlife October 2014 - Present
SPI Pharma August 2013 - March 2015
Preferred Chrysler Jeep Dodge April 2013 - July 2013
Pridgeon and Clay October 2011 - April 2013
Shape Corporation October 2010 - June 2011
Menards May 2007 - October 2010
Skills
Inventory Management, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Forklift Operator, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Lean Manufacturing, Sales, Distribution Center..., 5S, Shipping, Logistics, Continuous Improvement, Loss Prevention, Automotive, Manufacturing, Merchandising, Inventory Control, Windows, Windows 7, Vehicles, Process Improvement, Warehousing, Parts, Retail, Retail Sales, Kaizen, Negotiation, Profit, Teamwork, Social Networking, Troubleshooting, Assembly Lines
Education
Muskegon Community College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Criminal Justice and Corrections
Pridgeon and Clay August 2010 - Present
Robert J. Ditmar, C.P.M. January 2009 - July 2010
Herman Miller, Inc. October 2000 - January 2009
EDS Group December 1999 - October 2000
Haworth June 1997 - December 1999
Belwith International, LTD. May 1995 - June 1997
TriCraft, Inc. (Now Concepts Plus) April 1994 - April 1995
Industrial Belting and Supply 1993 - 1994
Skills
Strategic Sourcing, Project Management, Supplier Development, Procurement, Negotiation, Sales, Management, Construction, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Internal Controls, Critical Thinking, Writing, International Relations, Website Development, Internet Strategy, Strategic Communications, Supplier Negotiation, Strategic Negotiations, Lease Negotiations, Requirement..., Capital Equipment..., Energy Management, Indirect Spend, Software Project..., Problem Solving, Logistics, Sourcing, Toyota Production System, Value Stream Mapping, Vendor Management, Product Development, Kanban, Six Sigma, Strategic Planning, Kaizen, Engineering, Stamping, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Process Improvement, Forecasting, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Management
Education
Cornerstone University 2012 — 2013
Master of Science (MS), Management, Business
Western Michigan University 1987 — 1992
BS, Public Business Administration and Business Contract Law
Grandville High School Class of 1985 1981 — 1985
High School Diploma
Feintool Group March 2014 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay August 2010 - December 2013
Pridgeon & Clay Kft June 2011 - November 2011
Pridgeon and Clay August 2006 - August 2010
Pridgeon and Clay 2003 - 2006
Pridgeon and Clay 2000 - 2003
Pridgeon and Clay 1997 - 2000
Pridgeon and Clay 1992 - 1997
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, APQP, Automotive, Stamping, 5S, TS16949, Manufacturing, SPC, Manufacturing..., Kaizen, PPAP, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, ISO, FMEA, Process Improvement, Supplier Quality, Machine Tools, Manufacturing..., Toyota Production System, DMAIC, Poka Yoke, Quality System, TPM, Manufacturing Operations, Injection Molding, Machining
Education
Cornerstone University 2005 — 2009
BS, Business
University of Michigan 2005 — 2005
Certification, Lean Manufacturing
Grand Rapids Community College 1993 — 1997
Apprenticeship, Tool and Die
Xcel Energy April 2015 - Present
Baker Hughes January 2014 - October 2014
Sustainable Futures Institute at Michigan Technological University March 2013 - October 2013
Pridgeon and Clay May 2012 - August 2012
Caterpillar Inc. May 2011 - August 2011
MTU Engineering IT October 2010 - May 2011
Calumet Electronics Corporation May 2010 - October 2010
Skills
Engineering, Unigraphics, Manufacturing, Upstream Oil & Gas, Hydraulic Fracturing, Coiled Tubing, Pro Engineer, Testing, AutoCAD, Solidworks, Finite Element Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Machine Design, Catia, Manufacturing..., Design for Manufacturing, Six Sigma, GD&T, PTC Pro/Engineer, Heat Transfer, Solid Modeling, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Stamping, Information Technology, Managerial Finance, Manufacturing Operations, Process Automation, 5 Why, Altair, Fiber Optics, Root Cause Analysis, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Matlab, CAD, Process Engineering
Education
Michigan Technological University 2012 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General, 3.87
Michigan Technological University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Mechanical Engineering, 3.76
Pridgeon & Clay May 2015 - Present
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping June 2013 - May 2015
Pridgeon and Clay October 2011 - June 2013
Pridgeon and Clay April 2010 - October 2011
ITC, Inc. 2006 - 2010
Ferris State University 2004 - 2006
Montcalm Community College 1999 - 2004
ITT Technical Institute 1997 - 1999
General Motors 1994 - 1996
Skills
Product Design, Project Engineering, Supervisory Skills, CAD, Parametric Design, Program Coordination, Faculty Development, Coorporate Training, Engineering, Training, Classroom, Automotive, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, AutoCAD, FMEA, PPAP, Product Development, Technical Leadership, Instruction, Pro Engineer, Presentations, Mentoring, Program Development, GD, Solid Modeling, APQP, DFMEA, Design for Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Solidworks, PTC Creo, SolidWorks, Geometric Dimensioning, Geometric Dimensioning...
Education
Grand Canyon University 2013 — 2019
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Emphasis in Industrial & Organizational Psychology, 4.0 GPA (thus far) on 4.0 scale
Ferris State University 2000 — 2003
MS, Career and Technical Education
Central Michigan University 1995 — 1998
MA, Industrial Management and Technology
Ferris State University 1991 — 1994
BS, Product Design Engineering Technology
Ferris State University 1993 — 1994
AAS, Mechanical Engineering Technology
Ferris State University 1991 — 1993
AAS, Technical Illustration
Michigan Technological University 1989 — 1991
Mechanical Design Engineering Technology
Catholic Charities West Michigan July 2015 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay May 2012 - July 2015
Pridgeon and Clay July 2003 - May 2012
Skills
Applicant Tracking..., Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Employee Relations, HR Policies, Employment Law, Human Resources, Interviews, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Onboarding, Performance Management, Personnel Management, Recruiting, Succession Planning, Strategic Planning, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Technical Recruiting, Training
Education
Aquinas College 2000 — 2004
Master's, Management
Grand Valley State University 1991 — 1993
Bachelor's, Human Resources Management
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services April 2015 - Present
Cannon Township Fire Department July 2010 - Present
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services July 2013 - April 2015
Pridgeon and Clay March 2010 - July 2013
Ferris State University August 2006 - December 2009
Health Delivery Inc. August 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Windows 7, Active Directory, Windows Server, Troubleshooting, Windows XP, Networking, VPN, Technical Support, Printers, Microsoft Exchange, XP, Windows, Citrix, Remote Desktop, Group Policy, WSUS, Information Security, VMware ESX, Operating Systems
Education
Davenport University 2012 — 2013
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Ferris State University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Computer Networks and Systems
Cosma International Group of Magna International Inc. January 2015 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay November 2012 - January 2015
Vitro Automotriz Planta Autotemplex December 2010 - November 2012
Magna Formex April 2010 - December 2010
Metalsa November 2007 - May 2010
Skills
Mejora continua, Lean manufacturing
Education
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey / ITESM
Feintool Group July 2014 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay August 2012 - May 2014
United States Marine Corps March 2008 - March 2012
Nicholas Plastics Inc. January 2005 - February 2008
Skills
Active DoD Secret..., Working knowledge in..., Working knowledge in..., Financial Advisory, Operations Management, Certified..., Troubleshooting, Security Clearance, Team Building, Team Leadership, DoD, Testing, Training, Security, Information Assurance, Military, Networking, Leadership, Satellite Communications, Operational Planning, Military Operations, Military Experience, Program Management, Logistics
Education
American Military University 2015 — 2017
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration
SPAWAR 2010 — 2010
Certification, MRC-142C Radio/Telecommunications
Marine Corps Communications Electronics School 2008 — 2008
Certification, TRC-170 Radio/Telecommunications, 98%
Grand Valley State University 2000 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Russian Studies
Pridgeon and Clay October 2011 - Present
Honda Manufacturing of Indiana October 2009 - October 2011
Education
Michigan Technological University 2005 — 2009
Bachelors of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Pridgeon & Clay March 2015 - Present
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping June 2014 - March 2015
Pridgeon and Clay September 2009 - June 2014
Pridgeon & Clay September 2002 - September 2009
Pridgeon & Clay September 2001 - September 2002
Pridgeon & Clay September 2000 - September 2001
Pridgeon & Clay August 1999 - September 2000
Skills
5S, APQP, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tools, Manufacturing, PPAP, Program Management, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping
Education
Davenport University 2005 — 2007
Bachelors, Business Administration
Grand Valley State University 1999 — 2004
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Pridgeon & Clay May 2015 - Present
Trans-Matic Mfg. Co April 2015 - June 2015
Pridgeon and Clay June 2014 - April 2015
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping May 2011 - May 2014
Continenatal Carbonic August 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, PowerPoint, Sales, Leadership, Training, Photoshop, Lean Manu, TS, EDI, QAD, stamp, assembly
Education
Central Michigan University
Autodie, LLC. September 2015 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay April 2014 - July 2015
Pridgeon and Clay July 2012 - April 2014
Pridgeon and Clay February 2012 - July 2012
Pridgeon and Clay 2009 - 2012
Pridgeon and Clay March 2011 - October 2011
Pridgeon and Clay 2003 - 2009
Pridgeon and Clay 1999 - 2003
Skills
5S, Kanban, Lean Manufacturing, MSDS, Automotive, 8D Problem Solving, MRO Management, FIFO, APQP, Launch Support, Continuous Improvement, FMEA, Kaizen, Engineering, Machine Tools, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Poka Yoke, Stamping, Root Cause Analysis, Welding
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1999 — 2003
Journeyman Tool and diemaker
ConAgra Foods October 2013 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay February 2012 - October 2013
Agritek Industries November 2005 - September 2012
Plummer Septic 2002 - 2005
Chassis Shop 2001 - 2002
Skills
Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Pumps, Milling, Machining, Engineering, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Automotive, Maintenance & Repair, Management, Heavy Equipment, Manufacturing, Machine Tools, Microsoft Excel
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Wyoming 2012 — 2014
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Newaygo County Career Tech Center
Certificate, Small Engine Repair
West Shore Community College
Christ Church--Lutheran February 2013 - December 2014
Pridgeon and Clay April 2012 - August 2012
United States Air Force June 2010 - February 2012
742 Missile Squadron June 2009 - May 2010
United States Air Force May 2008 - May 2010
United Staes Air Force June 2006 - May 2008
Valparaiso University August 2002 - May 2005
Near East South Asia Center for Strategic Studies 2004 - 2004
Skills
Security Clearance, Leadership Development, Mentoring, Supervisory Skills, Team Building, Critical Thinking
Education
University of Notre Dame 2001 — 2005
Aerospace Science
Valparaiso University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Valley Lutheran High School 1998 — 2001
Solon Twp. Fire Department April 2015 - Present
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping July 2013 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay December 2012 - July 2013
Dairy Queen February 2004 - July 2013
Ferris State University - Student Technology Services (STS) August 2008 - December 2012
TelecommunicationsTechnology Services November 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Photography, Photoshop, Customer Service, Graphic Design, InDesign, Marketing, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, Mac, Web Design, Advertising, Digital Photography, Logo Design, Dreamweaver, CSS, Time Management, Brochures, Facebook, Social Media, Social Networking, Troubleshooting, Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Education
Ferris State University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Advertising and Integrated Marketing Communications
Ferris State University 2008 — 2010
Associate in Applied Science, Graphic Design
Grand Rapids Community College
General Education Studies
Pridgeon and Clay September 2011 - Present
Visteon April 2010 - September 2011
Visteon Corporation September 2005 - April 2010
Brunswick Corporation 2004 - 2005
Visteon Automotive Systems 2000 - 2004
visteon 1996 - 2000
United Nations Field Mission Angola 1995 - 1996
Army Hungary 1991 - 1995
Army Hungary 1985 - 1991
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Automotive, Supply Chain Management, ISO, Manufacturing, Procurement, Six Sigma, Logistics, Negotiation, Strategy, 5S, APQP, Change Management, ERP, PPAP, Product Development, Supplier Evaluation, Supply Chain, Warehousing, Kaizen
Education
Buckinghamshire New University 2001 — 2005
MBA
Budapest University of Technology and Economics 1987 — 1991
MSC
Military Academy 1981 — 1985
BSC
Pridgeon and Clay July 2014 - Present
Michigan State University January 2009 - June 2014
River City Metrology July 2013 - March 2014
Quality Model and Pattern 2000 - June 2013
Grand Valley State University September 2006 - January 2009
East Grand Rapids High School 2003 - 2006
Forest Hills Central High School 1997 - 2003
Dynamic Technologies 1994 - 1999
Arbor Model & Pattern 1991 - 1994
Quality Model and Pattern 1987 - 1991
Skills
Microsoft Office, Problem Solving, Coaching, Excel, Process Improvement, Team Building, Public Speaking, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Project Planning, Inspection, Geometric Dimensioning..., Dimensional Metrology, Training, Research, Microsoft Word, Fixtures
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Fort Wayne 1981 — 1983
Lake Michigan College 1978 — 1981
Lacks Enterprises June 2014 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay October 2012 - June 2014
Viking Group, Inc. October 2011 - October 2012
Viking Group, Inc. March 2006 - October 2011
Lacks 2000 - 2006
University of Phoenix April 2001 - April 2004
Imperial Design Service July 1995 - January 2000
Skills
Leadership Development, Instructional Design, Learning Management, Instructor-led Training, Training Delivery, Organizational..., Employee Training, Workshop Facilitation, Employee Relations, Learning Management..., Employee Engagement, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Onboarding, Performance Management, Human Resources, Training, Organizational..., Team Building, Management, Talent Management
Education
Aquinas College 1995 — 1999
M.Ed., Education w/initial teaching certificate
Grand Valley State University 1989 — 1994
Bachelor's, English
Pridgeon and Clay October 2007 - Present
Education
Michigan State University 1997 — 2001
Pridgeon and Clay March 2006 - Present
Prime Computer January 1983 - July 1989
Skills
Process Improvement, Visio, .NET, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Visual Studio
Education
Grand Valley State University 2002 — 2007
M.S., Computer Information Systems
Michigan State University 1971 — 1973
M.A., English
Michigan State University 1965 — 1970
B.A, Humanties: English, Philosphy, Math, French
Flextronics October 2013 - Present
Flextronics August 2012 - Present
Kaydon Corporation February 2012 - August 2012
Port City Castings Corporation 2011 - August 2012
Acemco 2008 - 2009
Pridgeon and Clay 2003 - 2008
Skills
PPAP, Automotive, Value Stream Mapping, Stamping, Supplier Development, 5S, Quality System, FMEA, Supplier Quality, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, TS16949, SPC, APQP, GD&T, Injection Molding, Quality Control, Machining, Kaizen, DMAIC, ISO, Six Sigma, Kanban, Continuous Improvement
Education
Michigan State University 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping October 2014 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay 2010 - October 2014
Pridgeon and Clay 2005 - 2010
Shape Corporation 2002 - 2005
Shape Corporation 1999 - 2003
Knape & Vogt 1992 - 1999
Education
Hope College
BA, Business Admin
Haworth July 2014 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay January 2013 - February 2014
Johnson Controls Automotive March 2011 - January 2013
Johnson Controls Automotive January 2010 - July 2011
Johnson Controls Automotive September 2005 - January 2010
Johnson Controls Automotive September 2003 - September 2005
Johnson Controls Automotive December 1999 - September 2003
Johnson Controls Automotive June 1999 - December 1999
Johnson Controls Automotive February 1997 - June 1999
Whirlpool Corporation August 1994 - February 1997
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Toyota Production System, Manufacturing, DMAIC, 5S, Cross-functional Team..., TPM, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing Operations, Automotive, QS9000, Process Engineering, APQP, Poka Yoke, JIT, Manufacturing..., FMEA, PPAP, TQM, Quality System, Leadership, Root Cause Analysis, Kanban, Manufacturing..., TS16949, Black Belt, Operational Excellence, 5 Why, ISO, SPC, Team Leadership, Quality Management, SMED, Product Development, Injection Molding, ISO/TS 16949
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1994 — 1997
MBA, Business
University of Wisconsin-Platteville 1983 — 1987
BS, Industrial Technology
Riverdale HS
Pridgeon & Clay August 2014 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay August 2012 - Present
Ryobi Die Casting January 2002 - April 2012
Ryobi 2002 - April 2012
Ryobi June 2007 - February 2010
Skills
Minitab, TPM, Performance Management, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Employee Relations
Education
Purdue University 2011 — 2011
Six Sigma Black Belt
Indiana Institute of Technology 2005 — 2007
BS, Business Administration and Production Management
Johnson Controls November 2013 - Present
Stanley Innerspace June 2009 - July 2012
Pridgeon and Clay August 2008 - June 2009
Market Tech Inc./Optic Edge Corp. October 2005 - May 2008
Skills
Pro Engineer, Solidworks, GD&T, Lean Manufacturing, CAD, Materials, AutoCAD, Manufacturing, Cnc, Materials Management, Kaizen, Engineering, Metal Fabrication, Testing, Automotive
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1989 — 1990
Computer Programming
Ferris State University 1986 — 1989
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Chrysler May 2011 - Present
Navistar June 2010 - May 2011
Pridgeon and Clay June 2008 - December 2008
Johnson Controls June 2007 - June 2008
ZF Friedrichshafen February 2002 - March 2007
ZF Sachs Automotive 2005 - 2007
Chrysler September 1984 - March 2001
Skills
Automotive, Stamping, GD&T, Components, Chassis, Engineering, FMEA, Manufacturing, Parts, Plastics, Product Development, Six Sigma, Vehicles, Continuous Improvement, DFMEA, Geometric Dimensioning, PPAP
Education
Oakland University 1996 — 2001
MS, mechanical engineering
University of Michigan 1979 — 1984
BS, mechanical engineering
Grand Haven
Diploma, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Tenon Limited August 2011 - Present
GFT Markets May 2010 - August 2011
Broadway Systems October 2009 - May 2010
Dematic Corp August 2006 - October 2009
Pridgeon and Clay August 2001 - August 2006
Skills
Software Development, Microsoft SQL Server, .NET, C#, ASP.NET, T-SQL, ASP.NET MVC, IIS, Visual Studio, SSIS, SSRS, HTML, jQuery, SQL, Programming, Web Services, Architecture, AJAX, ADO.NET, MVC, TFS, JavaScript, Web Development, Web Applications, SOAP, LINQ, SQL Server, REST, MS Integration Services, IT Management
Education
Andrews University 1997 — 2001
Bachelors, Information Systems
Andrews University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Computer Information Systems
Pridgeon and Clay VP - Supply Chain ManagementPridgeon and Clay1995 - Present
Smiths Industries 1985 - 1995
Education
Ferris State University 1981 — 1984
BS, Business
Dana Holding Corporation July 2011 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay April 2007 - June 2011
Alpine Electronics Manufacturing of Europe LTD. Hungary May 2004 - January 2007
National Instruments March 2002 - November 2003
Alpine Electronics 1999 - 2001
Visteon May 1996 - August 1999
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Automotive, Manufacturing, Kaizen, SPC, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Cost Reduction, Problem Solving, 5S, ISO, FMEA, APQP, Quality Management, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Process Engineering, Customer Service, Engineering Management, Toyota Production System, Manufacturing..., Industrial Engineering, TS16949, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis
Education
OBS - Buckinghamshire University College 1998 — 2001
MBA, Management
Budapest University of Technology and Economics 1991 — 1996
MSC ME, Mechanical Engineering
OtterBase November 2012 - Present
JCK Business Solutions August 2012 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay March 1994 - April 2012
RAN Enterprises 1991 - 1993
Molecular Physiology Laboratory of David C. Dawson, Ph.D. 1990 - 1991
MDOT Roadside Maintenance Program 1990 - 1991
Alpha II 1985 - 1989
Skills
International Expansion, Employment Law, Job Design, Talent Aquisition &..., Policy Creation &..., Performance Management, Health Benefit Plan..., Worker's Compensation, Leadership Development, Training, Wellness, Employee Development, Retirement Plans (401k,..., Organizational Structure, Business Communication, Wage Analysis &..., Organizational..., Leadership, Business Communications, Personnel Management, Employee Relations, Workers Compensation, Change Management, Onboarding, Recruiting, Human Resources, Management, Succession Planning, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management
Education
Aquinas College 1999 — 2001
MM, Management - Organizational Development Concentration
University of Michigan 1989 — 1991
BA, Psychology (Organizational Emphasis)
Grand Rapids Community College 1986 — 1989
AA, Business Administration
Kenowa Hills
Pridgeon and Clay October 1999 - October 2014
Entela May 1992 - October 1999
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Automotive, Product Development, Testing, FMEA, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, ISO, Continuous Improvement, Quality System, Manufacturing, Quality Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 1992 — 1996
BS, Biology, Education
Fastco Industries, Inc. September 2011 - Present
Fastco Industries, Inc. May 2010 - September 2011
Pridgeon and Clay September 2005 - December 2008
Skills
Automotive, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Team Building, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Coaching, Lean Manufacturing, Human Resources, Inventory Management, Training, Sourcing, Strategic Planning
Education
Central Michigan University 1980 — 1983
BS, Eduction
Grand Rapids Community College 1978 — 1980
Associates, Liberal Arts
Refrigeration Concepts, Inc. October 2014 - Present
B&O Saws February 2014 - October 2014
Pridgeon and Clay 2012 - 2013
2R Automation June 2012 - November 2012
New Era Recruiting November 2011 - May 2012
Kaiser Aluminum May 2010 - November 2011
Delphi Steering June 1996 - April 2009
Delphi 1996 - 2009
Delphi Automotive Systems 1996 - 2009
Skills
PLC, Allen Bradley, Electrical, Automation, Assembly, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process Control, Instrumentation, AutoCAD, Electrical Engineering, Simulink, 5S, PLC Programming, Programming, Manufacturing, Electricians, Engineering, Control Systems Design, Integration, Troubleshooting, Pneumatics, Factory, Electronics
Education
Michigan Technological University 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Michigan Technological University 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
michigan technological university 1992 — 1996
bachelor of science, electrical engineer
Pridgeon and Clay August 2007 - October 2008
Scientific Research Corporation November 2004 - July 2007
General Electric November 1989 - May 2000
General Electric May 1980 - December 1989
General Electric April 1978 - May 1980
Education
Old Dominion University 1965 — 1968
AAS, Egineering Design
Pridgeon and Clay January 1995 - Present
Smiths Industries June 1985 - January 1995
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Improvement, Purchasing Negotiation, Supply Chain Management, PPAP, Automotive, APQP, Six Sigma, Stamping, Machine Tools
Education
Ferris State University 1980 — 1984
Brilliance Audio December 2009 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay March 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Windows Server, Computer Hardware
Education
Ferris State University 1999 — 2004
Bachelors, Information Technology
Meridian Health Plan May 2011 - Present
The Judge Group May 2011 - November 2011
The Judge Group May 2011 - November 2011
Wolverine Technical Staffing December 2009 - January 2010
TEK Systems 2010 - 2010
TEK Systems 2010 - 2010
Gordon Food Service 2010 - 2010
Pridgeon and Clay June 2006 - November 2009
Pridgeon and Clay 2006 - 2009
Skills
Data Analysis, Software Development, Visio, Web Design, Customer Service, Computer Hardware, E-commerce, ERP, Management, Networking, Programming, SDLC, SQL, Process Improvement, SharePoint, Software Documentation, Training, Microsoft Excel, Requirements Analysis, Project Management, Databases, Integration, Business Analysis
Education
Grambling State University 1990 — 1994
Bachelors, Computer Science
Pridgeon and Clay December 2014 - Present
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping 2005 - Present
Skills
GD&T, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, Automotive, Stamping, Manufacturing..., 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, TS16949, SPC
Education
Grand Valley State University 1994 — 1997
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Pridgeon and Clay kft 1998 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay March 1997 - Present
Skills
5S, Team Building, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Automotive, Customer Service, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing, APQP
Education
Aquinas College
BS in Business Administration and Accounting
Davenport University Associates degree in Accounting and Business Adminstration
Business Administration and Accounting
Magna Mirrors April 2014 - Present
Magna Mirrors May 2013 - April 2014
Pridgeon and Clay April 2010 - May 2013
Pridgeon and Clay April 2009 - April 2010
Pridgeon and Clay August 2005 - April 2009
Pridgeon and Clay January 1998 - August 2005
Pridgeon and Clay January 1997 - January 1998
Bazen Electric January 1992 - January 1997
Skills
APQP, PPAP, Automotive, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, TS16949, FMEA, Stamping, GD, Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing..., ISO, Six Sigma, Engineering, Manufacturing..., Supplier Quality, Toyota Production System, Machine Tools, Solidworks, Product Design, Robotics, Supplier Development, Process Capability, Calibration, Geometric Dimensioning, Poka Yoke, SPC, ISO/TS 16949
Education
Cornerstone University
MBA, Business
Cornerstone University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
Grand Rapids Community College
Associates Degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
University of Michigan
Certification in Lean Manufacturing
Mueller Water Products July 2009 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay August 2007 - June 2009
TRW Fuji Valve Inc. August 2002 - August 2007
Card Monroe Corp. November 1999 - May 2001
Skills
5S, Manufacturing, AutoCAD, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Engineering, Kaizen, Product Development, Solidworks, Six Sigma, Design for Manufacturing, Pro Engineer
Education
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 1997 — 2002
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
United Manufacturing September 2015 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay 2001 - 2015
ITW Drawform 1989 - 2001
Education
Michigan State University 1980 — 1984
BS, Engineering
Pridgeon and Clay
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Automotive, Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, PPAP, Six Sigma, APQP, Engineering, Manufacturing..., Stamping, Machine Tools
Education
Ferris State University 1991 — 1995
BA, Engineering
Christian Schools International August 2014 - Present
NTB, Inc. January 2013 - July 2014
Michigan Family Resources December 2009 - August 2012
Fifth Third Bank September 2009 - December 2009
The Church Herald January 1999 - September 2009
Reformed Church in America August 2000 - February 2005
Mor-Value Parts Company September 1998 - January 1999
Pridgeon and Clay October 1997 - August 1998
Knoll May 1996 - September 1997
Knoll July 1995 - May 1996
Skills
Accounting, Microsoft Office, Non-profits, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, System Administration, Management, Data Management, Data Entry, Coaching, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Account Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Fundraising, Blogging, Social Media, Nonprofits, Leadership, Training, Human Resources
Education
Davenport University 2003 — 2005
Business Administration/Accounting
Kuyper College 1988 — 1990
Religious Education/Music
University of Victoria 1986 — 1987
Computer Science/Economics
Pridgeon and Clay April 2012 - Present
Royal Technologies Corporation October 2009 - April 2012
Johnson Controls November 2007 - September 2009
Johnson Controls 2006 - 2007
Skills
Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Training, Product Development, Procurement, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Leadership, Inventory Management, Continuous Improvement, Automotive, 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping
Education
Davenport University 1990 — 1994
Bachelors, Business
Pridgeon and Clay September 2010 - Present
Leon Plastics Inc September 1999 - March 2006
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Machinery, Welding, 5S, Kaizen, Machine Tools
Education
Baker College of Muskegon
Associate's degree, Accounting and Business/Management, 2.49
Pridgeon and Clay August 2013 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay February 2013 - August 2013
Noribachi October 2011 - December 2012
Noribachi May 2010 - September 2011
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. September 2009 - April 2010
Gibbs Wire and Steel May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, Lean Manufacturing, Competitive Analysis, Microsoft Office, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Six Sigma, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Process Improvement, Direct Sales, Microsoft Word, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing
Education
Purdue University 2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business
Purdue University 2005 — 2009
Management, Marketing, Organization Behavior and Human Resources
Cascade Engineering December 2014 - Present
Grand Rapids Foam Technologies September 2013 - May 2015
Pridgeon and Clay March 2012 - August 2013
Eagle Packaging August 2008 - December 2011
Oliver-Tolas Healthcare Packaging September 2010 - February 2011
Ventura Manufacturing October 2002 - August 2008
Innotec June 1997 - October 2002
Skills
5S, Supply Chain Management, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Toyota Production System, Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Improvement, Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Automotive, Leadership, MRP, Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Strategic Planning, Kaizen, Team Building, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, Microsoft Office
Education
Grand Valley State University
B.A, Behavioral Science; an; creative writing
Extol Inc June 1998 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay June 1983 - June 1998
Skills
Plastics, Injection Molding, Product Development, Design for Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Innovation Management, FMEA, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Open Innovation, Root Cause Analysis, Product Innovation, Commercialization, Automotive, Process Improvement, Manufacturing..., 5S, Engineering Management, Six Sigma, SolidWorks, Machine Tools, Manufacturing..., Project Management, R&D
Education
Western Michigan University 1993 — 1997
MS, Engineering
Michigan State University 1979 — 1981
Bachelor of Science (BS), Agricultural Engineering
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping January 2015 - Present
Pridgeon & Clay, Inc. August 2013 - January 2015
Pridgeon and Clay July 2006 - August 2013
Calico Corners, Llc. April 2007 - November 2010
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Automotive, Stamping, Lean Manufacturing, PPAP, Manufacturing, 5S, TS16949, Poka Yoke, APQP, Root Cause Analysis, Project Management, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., FMEA, Purchasing, Toyota Production System, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, Quality Management, ISO/TS 16949
Education
Cornerstone University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor, Business Admin.
University of Michigan
Lean Manufacturing
Middleville Tool and Die Company, Inc. April 2013 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay April 2010 - April 2013
Best Buy September 2008 - April 2010
Great Lakes Wholesale, LLC November 2006 - April 2009
Meridain Automotive January 1993 - November 2006
Skills
Illustrator, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Public Works, OneNote, Lightroom, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Photography, Scanners, Adobe Creative Suite, Dreamweaver, Graphic Design, Digital Photography, Outlook, Art
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1981 — 1982
Photography
Shiroki North America March 2014 - Present
Die Tech Services June 2012 - March 2014
TDM CSC, Inc. July 2011 - June 2012
Action Die & Tool September 2010 - April 2011
Espas Incorporated June 2008 - February 2010
Pridgeon and Clay October 2000 - March 2008
Demmer Corp. January 1999 - October 2000
Autodie International August 1989 - March 1999
Skills
Automotive, Lean Manufacturing, Stamping, APQP, Machine Tools, PPAP, Project Management, Program Management, Tool & Die, Manufacturing..., Machining, Manufacturing..., Six Sigma, 5S, Continuous Improvement, GD, Injection Molding, Kaizen, Manufacturing, SPC, Sheet Metal, TS16949, Value Stream Mapping, FMEA, GD&T, Geometric Dimensioning, ISO/TS 16949, Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Product Development, Process Improvement, ISO, Management, Kanban, Design for Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Quality Management, Geometric Dimensioning...
Education
University of Phoenix 2002 — 2004
Masters, Business Administration
Ferris State University 1987 — 1989
BS, Manufacturing Engineering
Ferris State University 1985 — 1987
AS, Machine Tool Technology
Caltherm, Corp August 2014 - Present
Caltherm, Corp June 2012 - August 2014
Caltherm, Corp June 2010 - June 2012
Ivy Tech Community College October 2009 - September 2010
Pridgeon and Clay August 2006 - December 2009
Valeo Engine Cooling May 2000 - August 2006
FedEx Ground RPS 1998 - 2000
Skills
Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing..., Industrial Engineering, Engineering, Kaizen, 5S, PPAP, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, Poka Yoke, SMED, SPC, APQP, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Leadership, TS16949, TPM, Management, Process Engineering, Manufacturing..., FMEA, Start-ups, Supplier Quality, DMAIC, Toyota Production System, Product Development, Automotive, Minitab
Education
Purdue University 1993 — 1997
BS, Industrial Technology
Encore Plastics, Inc September 2013 - Present
Detroit Tool Metal Products June 2010 - September 2013
Pinnacle Foods Group LLC February 2008 - June 2010
Wellington-Almont June 2007 - November 2007
L&W Engineering May 2002 - June 2007
Pridgeon and Clay 1997 - 2002
Steelcase 1977 - 1997
Skills
Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, QDC, 5 Why, 5P Analysis, 8D Problem Solving, Strategic Planning, SMED, Analytics, Kanban, Leadership, Operations Management, Restructuring, 5S, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, SPC, Continuous Improvement, Value Stream Mapping, Process Improvement, Manufacturing Operations, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing, Toyota Production System, DMAIC, TPM, Supplier Quality, Production Planning, Industrial Engineering, MRP, Manufacturing..., Supply Chain, FMEA, PPAP, JIT, Process Engineering, Supply Chain Management, APQP, TS16949, Cross-functional Team..., Quality Management, Management, Purchasing, Supply Management, Black Belt, Warehousing, Automotive, Machining, Logistics
Education
Davenport University 2010 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Strategic Management
Davenport University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, 3.85
Ford Motor Company June 2014 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay May 2013 - September 2013
Robert Bosch February 2012 - May 2012
Magna Mirrors July 2010 - July 2011
Skills
Engineering, Solidworks, FMEA, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, CAD, AutoCAD, 5S, GD&T, Continuous Improvement, Automotive, PPAP, Manufacturing..., Process Engineering, Injection Molding, Machining
Education
Michigan Technological University 2008 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering Technology
Fachhochschule Reutlingen 2011 — 2011
Engineering Exchange Student, Maschinenbau
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping August 2013 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay December 2011 - August 2013
Pridgeon and Clay January 2009 - January 2012
Personal 2010 - 2012
Pridgeon and Clay January 1998 - January 2008
Skills
Machine concept,design..., Machinery, Laser Welding, Six Sigma, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Value Stream Mapping, Poka Yoke, Toyota Production System, OEE, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, APQP, Machining, Stamping, Machine Tools, Automotive, PPAP, ProModel simulation, Quality Management, Engineering, SPC, Design for Manufacturing, FMEA, Kanban, Procurement, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing..., DMAIC, Process Engineering, Manufacturing..., Automation, ISO, GD&T, TS16949, Injection Molding, Manufacturing Operations, Minitab, Welding, Process Capability, TPM, 5 Why, JIT, Quality System, Supplier Development, Green Belt, Quality Control
Education
Ferris State University 2002 — 2008
BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT
Grand Rapids Community College 1997 — 1999
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE, TOOLING & MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
FOREST HILLS NORTHERN
University of Michigan
Certification, Lean Manufacturing
Bucher Hydraulics May 2015 - Present
Benteler Automotive May 2006 - May 2015
Pridgeon and Clay June 2003 - March 2006
DaimlerChrysler June 1999 - June 2003
Skills
Manufacturing, PPAP, FMEA, APQP, Manufacturing..., Kaizen, 5S, GD&T, Lean Manufacturing, Automotive, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, Toyota Production System, Manufacturing..., DFMEA, Continuous Improvement
Education
Wright State University 1999 — 2002
MBA, Project Management
Michigan Technological University 1995 — 1999
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Pridgeon and Clay May 2011 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay November 2010 - May 2011
Self Employed July 2010 - October 2010
Caterpillar Inc. June 2006 - July 2010
Skills
Machine Design, GD&T, Solidworks, Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing, Engineering, Robotics, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing..., Process Improvement, Machine Tools, FMEA, CAD, Sheet Metal, AutoCAD, Welding, Automotive, MIG welding, Robot, Root Cause Analysis, Fanuc, 5S, Six Sigma
Education
Ferris State University 2004 — 2006
bachelors of science, welding engineering technology
Lansing Community College 2002 — 2004
Associate of Science (A.S.), Welding Technology/Welder
Pridgeon & Clay May 2015 - Present
MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.) April 2014 - Present
Middleville Tool and Die August 2012 - April 2014
Center Mfg. April 2012 - August 2012
Pridgeon and Clay October 2010 - April 2012
Enterprise tool and Die January 1994 - October 2010
Skills
Stamping, Machine Tools, PPAP, Manufacturing..., Continuous Improvement, TS16949, Machining, 5S, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., GD, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, Kanban, Sheet Metal, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, APQP, Poka Yoke, Tool, Lathe, Parts, Solidworks, Machinery, Automotive, CAD/CAM, Cnc, Development Tools
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1995 — 1998
Journeymans card, Tool and Die (stamping)
Grandville High School 1989 — 1993
Diploma, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Pridgeon and Clay September 2011 - Present
Combined Insurance June 2000 - January 2010
Education
Ferris State University 2002 — 2011
Product Design Engineer Technology: B.S., Product Design Engineer Technology
GRCC 2002 — 2011
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping October 2014 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay November 1996 - October 2014
Skills
Tooling / Design /..., Product Management, People Management, Equipment Maintenance, Six Sigma, Management, Project Management
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1998 — 2001
Associates, Tool and Die
Cornerstone University 2008 — 2010
Bachelors, Administration
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping August 2014 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay February 2011 - February 2013
Pridgeon and Clay January 1999 - February 2012
Skills
Kaizen, PPAP, Manufacturing, 5S, Automotive, Inventory Management, ISO, Supervisory Skills, Process Improvement, SPC, Problem Solving, Stamping, Value Stream Mapping, APQP, Continuous Improvement, TS16949, Toyota Production System, Supplier Development, Root Cause Analysis
Education
Cornerstone University 2008 — 2009
Business administration, Management
Faurecia - Gladstone March 2011 - Present
Pridgeon and Clay August 2001 - March 2011
Education
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor Business Management, Management
Pridgeon and Clay August 2012 - Present
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping 2004 - 2012
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping 1997 - 2004
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping 1996 - 1997
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping 1994 - 1996
Pridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping 1992 - 1994
Skills
Industrial Maintenance, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis, TS16949, Automotive, APQP, SPC, Kaizen, Maintenance & Repair, Continuous Improvement, Kanban, Machine Tools, ISO/TS 16949, Toyota Production System, Manufacturing, Process Improvement
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2012 — 2015
High School, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology, Freshman
Vertellus 2013 - Present
Mead Johnson Nutrition September 2007 - January 2013
Pridgeon and Clay May 2000 - August 2004
Skills
FDA, Sop, Quality System, GLP, LIMS, Biotechnology, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Lifesciences, Data Analysis, Continuous Improvement
Education
Grand Valley State University 1987 — 1994
BS, Biology
Middleville Tool and Die Company, Inc. May 2009 - September 2014
Pridgeon and Clay May 2002 - May 2009
Skills
Tool and Die Maker, Six Sigma Black Belt, Automotive, Stamping, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TS16949, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tools, Product Development, PPAP, APQP, Engineering, FMEA, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Process Improvement, Manufacturing..., Machining
Education
Cornerstone University
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration
Grand Rapids Community College
Tool and Die Program Certificate
Pridgeon and Clay August 2012 - Present
Royal Technologies July 2001 - January 2012
Education
Grand Valley State University
total building systems May 2012 - Present
preformance mechanical contracting March 2007 - May 2012
Pridgeon and Clay 2002 - March 2007
Education
Franklin Community High School 1981 — 1985
Diploma
Ivy Tech Community College
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology
Pridgeon and Clay July 1988 - Present
Skills
Production Schedules, Supervision, Special Projects, Automatic Press..., Delivering Technical..., Customer Service, International...
Education
Cornerstone University 2007 — 2010
Business Administration and Management, General
Pridgeon and Clay DesignerPridgeon & Clay - Metal Stamping1984 - Present
Education
Grand Rapids Community College
Pridgeon and Clay May 2010 - Present
Skills
Research, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Training, Quality Assurance
Education
Davenport University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Pridgeon and Clay April 2015 - Present
Skills
Automotive, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Product Development, Six Sigma, FMEA, Engineering, Kaizen, Process Improvement
Education
Universal Technical Institute of Illinois Inc 2011 — 2012
Associate, Automotive Technology
Grand Rapids Community College
Quality Science