Tim Winters

Experience

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  Ford Motor Company

  Dec 2000 - Dec 2005

  Launch Process & Strategy Engineer

  Manage Launch Quality Operating System & New Model Launch Reporting process

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  Caterpillar Inc.

  Dec 2005 - now

  Lead global cross functional teams to execute projects that drive continuous improvement across the Mini-Hydraulic Excavator and Small Track Type Tractor Value Chains. Increase Operating Profit After Capital Charge and improve cash flow. Responsible for safely executing Skid Steer Loader Assembly & Test activities. Leading 200+ Hourly and 8 Salaried direct reports to meet daily Safety, Quality, Velocity and Cost targets. Lead Assembly & New Product Introduction activities for Caterpillar skid steer loaders. PFMEA, Standard Work, Detailed Assembly Work Instructions, Control Plans. Skid Steer Loader In Process Validation Global Supplier Development & Improvement , Quality & Capacity Verification.

  • Senior Manager Manufacturing Engineering

    Jan 2022 - now

  • Master Black Belt

    Jan 2015 - Dec 2021

  • Group Manager

    Oct 2011 - Dec 2014

  • Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

    Dec 2008 - Oct 2011

  • Six Sigma Black Belt

    May 2008 - Dec 2008

  • Supply Chain Performance Engineer

    Dec 2005 - May 2008
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  Chatham Education Foundation

  Apr 2021 - Jan 2024

  Member Board Of Directors