William Wartes

Experience

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  Revcor Molded Products

  Jul 2004 - Dec 2004

  Process Technician

  ★ Set molds and started molding machines to documented processes.★ Modified and updated existing processes to run quality parts according to customer demands.★ Worked with Tooling, Quality and Engineering Departments on process issues and solutions.

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  Perlos Inc.

  Dec 2004 - Apr 2006

  Process Engineer/Technician

  ★ Delivered process maintenance for production equipment.★ Trained technicians on RIG and In Mold Decoration (IMD) injection molding processes for the injection molded telecommunication parts manufacturer utilized by Nokia and Rim for acrylic, glass-filled nylon, PC<ABS and other applications.★ Set up daily mold press PM schedules, and oversaw 21 presses for lens molding/IMD presses in a cleanroom environment.★ Trained technicians on cleaning and maintaining high polish tools and on standard presses, setup controls and parameters of E-dart, including required adjustments. Show less

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  Trico Products Inc.

  Jan 2006 - Nov 2009

  Process Engineering Technician

  ★ Supervised 20 production staff for the company manufacturing windshield wiper assemblies for the automotive industry.★ Worked within the plastic injection molding department, recommending tooling for machine repairs and modifications, and troubleshot issues.★ Tested production processes and product quality for new tooling.

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  Reyes Automotive Group

  Mar 2007 - Mar 2011

  Manufacturing Engineer/ Process Engineer

  ★ Devised cost-effective processes to drive scrap reduction and save $30K+ in capital expenses.★ Trained materials handlers on scrap minimization methods for the interior parts manufacturer and Tier I supplier of Toyota interior parts, inside door panels and outside components for Tundra and Tacoma models.★ Managed material handling equipment and mold changes.★ Supervised 50 team members and conducted training.★ Developed new tools and designed equipment modifications for 22 tools transferred from existing Tacoma interior tooling machines.★ Troubleshot and repaired issues and processes in carpet line production.★ Authored SOP production floor processes/procedures.★ Learned the extrusion blow molding process of air conditioning ducts for Tacoma and Tundra trucks. Show less

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  JCIM Automotive Expirience

  Jun 2011 - Jul 2011

  Process Engineer

  ★ Developed SOPs for injection molding for the company manufacturing plastic parts and assemblies for seven major automotive manufacturers.★ Served as a process engineer in the injection molding operation before transfer to the secondary assemblies.★ Moved to MI to assist in reducing downtime due to prior knowledge in streamlining production operations.★ Supervised up to four technicians, four mold changers and three material handlers per shift.★ Assessed equipment and production operations, recommended robust processes, identified deficiencies in production load readiness prior to one machine launch, recommended tooling repairs/modifications, and trained production crews on streamlining manufacturing processes. Show less

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  Johnson Controls Interiors Manufacturing

  Jun 2011 - Dec 2015

  Senior Manufacturing Engineer II / Technical Support Supervisor

  ★ Worked on four major assembly lines focused on foam in place processing, safety air bag mill scores, vibration welding, paint, In Mold Grain Lamination (IMGL) vacuum forming processes, eco-core thermoforming process, laser-cutting robot, plasma treatment machine and secondary punch/edge wrap operations.★ Served as a Senior Process Engineer managing a team of seven production staff supplying interiors to Mitsubishi, Ford, Chrysler, Mercedes, VW and Honda.★ Implemented a cost-effective decrease of downtime for grain lamination tools, saving $70K through the implementation of new cleaning methods. ★ Recruited 12 process technicians, provided training, worked with product managers, advanced manufacturing and quality engineers to launch three major assembly work cells, and managed staff yearly performance evaluations, scheduling and training needs to ensure QA/QC product delivery. Show less

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  INOAC USA, Inc.

  Feb 2015 - May 2018

  Production Supervisor

  ★ Deliver production manufacturing leadership/direction for the automotive interiors manufacturer as a Tier I supplier for Honda and a Tier II supplier for Mercedes.★ Recruited to provide strong and decisive production leadership and make efficiency changes for the operation generating $45MM in annual revenue.★ Ensure production goals are met, identifying training needs, process reengineering and communication.★ Manage 32 direct reports and 9 dotted-line staff, ensure client quality production goals are met, utilize a strong technical production background to communicate with staff at all levels, and reduce production downtime through streamlining equipment troubleshooting best practices. Show less

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  | Kimber America Manufacturing

  Oct 2020 - Mar 2021

  Production Supervisor

  Provide production manufacturing leadership and direction for this firearms manufacturer in their handgun assembly building line. Brought in to supervise and manage 5 different gun assembly lines. Implement needed changes to bring production levels to desired performance levels as outlined by upper management.

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  Capstone Logistics Solutions

  Mar 2021 - Oct 2021

  Production Supervisor

  Provide supervision and assignments of unloading truck trailers for Family Dollar partner. Assign dollar value to certain loads for company and employee pay from carriers. Keep accurate time for all employees on the shift, ensure all safety and other policies are followed by all employees. Work closely with the customer/partner to ensure good working relations and expectations are met. Assign training tasks to employees as needed to train new hire employees and follow training progression and expectations, and evaluations. Show less

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  SmartLam North America™

  Oct 2021 - Nov 2022

  Production Supervisor

  Supervise a production team of up to 20 employees in the manufacture of structural laminate wood materials. Oversee the daily production needs and follow production schedules to meet customer needs. Develop training schedules and needs, time keeping and attendance. Assist in trouble shooting equipment issues and repairs. Perform employee review and expectations for employee growth and development.

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  Cummings Resources

  Nov 2022 - Jun 2024

  Quality Manager
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  Kloeckner Metals - Americas

  Apr 2025 - now

  Production Supervisor