Denny Horn

Experience

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  Cummins Emission Solutions Inc.

  Aug 2002 - now

  During this time, I spearheaded efforts handling the entire spectrum of deliverables on new product launches at multiple locations throughout North America. In addition, I was responsible for managing new product launch teams, ensuring the required industry deliverables were being met for product handoff within the agreed timelines. Focused on using systematic analysis processes by leveraging industry standard methodologies to create problem traceability and protect the customer. Determined the assignable cause; implemented robust, data-based solutions. Identified the systemic root causes and recommended actions to prevent problem reoccurrence. Applied physical measurement science in developing and applying measurement/inspection processes that deliver capable measurement results, supporting design validation and conformity assessment, and meeting regulatory, customer, and product requirements. Show less As the Supply Chain QE, I was responsible for leading efforts across multiple functions pertaining to onsite quality assurance support as well as assisting in product flow and quality process. I was instrumental in reviewing the implementation and efficiency of quality and inspection systems, collecting and compiling statistical quality data, and monitoring customer complaints and non-conformance issues. Demonstrated excellence in managing non-conforming area, dispositioning, repairing and recertifying of products, as well as carrying out safe launch procedures from a North America standpoint. Focused on liaising with manufacturing floor side activities and utilizing preventative quality techniques to improve product quality and reduce defects. Broad areas of my work encompass, analyzing data to identify areas of improvement in the quality system while developing, recommending, and implementing corrective and preventive actions. Also, I was accountable for rapid response issue reporting and coordination for BIS and ELF concerns.Key Deliverables• Monitoring corrective action through 9box tracking and adhering to the requirements.• Ensuring the efficiency of testing and inspection systems to guarantee better quality of finished products.• Involving in measuring accurate quality standards, devising sampling procedures, recording and reporting quality data, and providing inputs for continuous improvement.• Administering all pass through supplied component issues to step 3, and managing ON and OFF highway customers.• Communicating with customers to provide corrective action of orders and supplies, as well as reviewing, developing, and maintaining quality check assurance policies.• Played a crucial role in supporting investigations in VPI Customer Quality related issues. Show less During this tenure from Jan 2015 to Oct 2016, I worked as a Supplier Quality Improvement Engineer and was responsible for maintaining supplier compliance as per CQMS and regulatory requirements. Ensured corrective action plans implementation at assigned suppliers in accordance with SCAR process. Engaged in building and maintaining positive working relationships with Global Sourcing Leaders. Oversaw the quality resources to reduce supplier related issues and improved process capabilities.Key Deliverables• Played a stellar role by improving supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers via Quality Plan implementation.• Developed supplier corrective action process, containment (Step 3), root cause analysis, and corrective actions. • Interfaced with suppliers and engineers to enhance quality process that minimizes costs of quality. • Ensured suppliers use quality tools effectively to reduce systemic non-conformances, as well as collaborated with suppliers to ensure all product requirements are met per the blueprint. Show less As a Senior VPI Quality Associate, I was accountable for supervising the work of VPI Quality Technicians, assembling PPAP request data for customer submissions and handling all customer specific accounts. Reviewed and maintained PFMEA’s and Control Plans. Furthermore, I provided required deliverables following the standard APQP process, as well as planned and implemented quality documents following AIAG standards. Developed weld settings for production that meet specific requirements. Worked closely with MIG, TIG, and SA welding as a part of the manufacturing process.Key Deliverables• Served as Failure Incident Review Group leader for Mineral Point.• Maintained product quality conditions throughout the VPI process and infant care into production. • Collaborated with manufacturing floor side activities and used preventative quality techniques to improve product quality, reduce in-line defects, and reduce scrap.• Interpreted product drawings and technical standards to develop and implement quality controls. Show less I was involved in enforcing and maintaining safety and sanitation regulations by planning work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals. I supervised materials, products, and equipment to detect defects or malfunctions as well as monitored gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure that operators conform to production standards. Key Deliverables• Set and adjusted machines and equipment for production runs, testing, and studies.• Liaised with management and subordinates to resolve worker problems, complaints, and grievances.• Interpreted specifications, blueprints, job orders, and company policies and procedures for workers, as well as maintained records of employees' attendance and working hours. Show less I joined as Production Team Lead / SPC Coordinator and I was recognized for successfully leading the product testing activities throughout production cycles, as well as monitoring performance of control systems. Analyzed quality control test results and provided feedback to production management or staff. Managed supervisors, inspectors, and laboratory workers in testing activities.Key Deliverables• Tracked defects, test results, and other regularly reported quality control data.• Identified critical points in the manufacturing process and specified sampling procedures, as well as quality problems for improvement and recommended solutions. Show less

  • CES Quality Readiness Leader

    Dec 2022 - now

  • CES Supply Chain Sr Quality Engineer

    Nov 2019 - Dec 2022

  • Supply Chain Quality Engineer Liaison - North America

    Apr 2016 - Nov 2019

  • Supplier Quality Improvement Engineer

    Jan 2015 - Oct 2016

  • Senior VPI Quality / Distinctive Product Quality

    Oct 2013 - Apr 2016

  • VPI Quality Associate

    Jan 2012 - Oct 2013

  • Off Highway Value Stream Quality Team Lead

    Sept 2010 - Jan 2012

  • Production Team Lead

    Aug 2002 - Sept 2010