Matt Denstedt

Experience

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  Yazaki North America

  Jan 2005 - Feb 2008

  Electrical Engineering Co-op

  *Assisted with design and fabrication of wire harness families (Body, Engine, IP etc.) on Capital *Harness for the Ford 2009 F-Series program.*Performed reworks to several wire harness families at pre-production build phases.*Analyzed and executed multiple cost studies on various harness families.*Designed numerous parts in Capital Harness used on all pre-production build phases.

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  Fisk Electric Corporation

  Mar 2008 - Jul 2008

  Electrical Detail/CAD Department

  *Drafted and designed electrical drawings using AutoCAD 2008 MEP for MGM Mirage's City Center Project.*Translated various contractor drawings (Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Fire & Safety, etc.) in order to design detailed drawings (Power / Telecom) for electricians out in the field. *Coordinated with Perini Building Company (General Contractor) to translate electrical one-line diagrams into electrical conduit systems throughout the various levels of City Center's 900,000 square foot Convention Center.*Imported and analyzed several contractors CAD drawings to verify ideal electrical routings. Show less

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  Toyota

  Sept 2008 - Jul 2012

  Support CQE-LA (Customer Quality Engineering of Los Angeles) and the Durability/Corrosion Group in finalizing Durability & Corrosion, EDER (Early Detection/Early Resolution) Detection Process, Judgement Criteria, and handling of Field Issues.*Support Department KPI's (Key Performance Indicators)*Perform EDER as necessary for Durability/Corrosion on B/C Ranked Issues*Enhance 1st Report response time to 30 days for all Field Reports B/C Ranked*Handle Field Recovery parts in that relate to Durability/Corrosion.*Development of the Corrosion Criteria Document Show less *Coordinated several projects with electrical, mechanical, and software contractors to improve KPIs (Key Performing Indicators) for the entire paint shop.*Created and networked display screens for different process areas for production purposes, resulting in decreased downtime. *Supported production daily needs by providing essential tools, equipment, production passdown method, trial materials (Tacoma), lighting, ergo mating, etc.*Implemented cost savings ECI (Engineering Change Instruction) for sash tape reduction by working with electrical and software contractors to provide visual displays for production. Show less

  • Quality Engineer - Customer Quality Engineering

    Jul 2010 - Jul 2012

  • Paint - Engineer

    Jul 2009 - Apr 2011

  • Body Weld - Engineer

    Sept 2008 - Jun 2009
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  Toyota Motor Sales

  Jul 2012 - now

  *Responsible for the development stages from a Quality aspect on Electrical applications (Fog Lights and Bed Lighting Kit), Market Value Parts (Oil Filters, Air Filters, Cabin Air Filters, Reman Brake Calipers, Brake Pads, etc.) and other various commodities across several vehicle lines.*Collaborates and builds relationships with Quality group members and Suppliers to ensure development aspects for product launch (Fit Checks, Routing Quality Assurance (RQA) Audit for Wire Harness Routing, and Time Studies for Product Post Operation). *Analyzes Field Quality issues and communicates prolifically with responsible suppliers to collectively determine root cause and determine C/M for recurrence prevention. *Displays self-development and continues improvement of technical knowledge with training opportunities to become RQA certified (Requires Pre-produciton / Mass-production audits with certified trainers) - Note: As of 9/3, I have attached certification as a RQA Auditor for Electrical, Mechanical, and Performance Accessories. *Engages Design Engineers and Quality Assurance to develop and implement strategic methods to handle Field Quality issues regarding Reman Transmissions to meet Regulatory Compliance across North American (NA) Parts Distribution Centers (PDC's)*Initiated Go&See activities (Genchi Genbutsu) to gather further data and information to better understand PDC's and Suppliers method to properly implement R-Dot identification on 363 various part numbers across NA. *Exhibits honesty and integrity by utilizing system tools to provide accurate information and updates to Project Managers for each developmental commodity during meetings and post Quality Engineering activities. Show less *Design and implement business practices to establish and develop the Durability group.*Detect and manage High Priority Durability Issues for Customer Satisfaction while maintaining strong communication with responsible Design Divisions or Manufacturing Plants.*Support the handover of Corrosion responsibility to Customer Quality Services (Kentucky).*Support the Development of the Durability handover process within the Department for proper handling of Durability related issues.*Implementation of the Corrosion Criteria Document Show less

  • Quality Engineer - Coroporate Accessories

    Feb 2015 - now

  • Quality Engineer (Durability) - Customer Quality Services

    Jul 2012 - Jan 2015
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  Toyota Motor North America, Inc.

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  Quality Assurance Manager