Tracy Ragland

Tracy ragland

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  • About me

    Assistant Manufacturing Integration Manager at General Motors

  • Education

    • Wayne state university

      1981 - 1990
      B.a. biological sciences
  • Experience

    • St. john health

      Feb 1996 - Feb 1998
      Data analyst, y2k project

      • Managed Y2K databases for all software, hardware and bio-medical equipment for nine locations.• Worked on IT team deploying the hospital system to remote physician offices and group practices.• Demonstrated analytical abilities by accurately determining triage codes and compliance status.• Worked with a programmer to develop the MS Access database, utilizing Visual Basic and SQL.

    • Fujitsu consulting

      Feb 1998 - Dec 2002
      Consultant, project manager

      General Motors, Full Size Truck Launch Team Project Manager for a variety of IT Systems projects that assisted departments in improving productivity and reducing resource requirements. Projects included:• Upgrade to the Hourly Employment Application System resulting in a decrease in the HT headcount.• Implementation of control procedures for Quality Network Planned Maintenance.• Development planning templates and procedures for ISO 9001 Process.• Website development utilizing SDP-21 (System Delivery Process) for all gates of the system delivery life cycle.• Y2K Team Lead at manufacturing plant. Show less

    • Egs, inc

      Jan 2003 - Sept 2004
      Consultant, project manager

      General Motors, Full Size Truck Launch Team• Position and responsibilities the same as those described for Bartech Group.

    • The bartech group

      Sept 2004 - Sept 2008
      Consultant, project manager

      Project Manager at General Motors for Manufacturing Program Management. Responsibilities:• Responsible for implementing all engineering and system requirements for mid-cycle product enhancements and major vehicle launches for the GMT800 and GMT900.• Created and managed project plans utilizing critical path management (CPM) resulting in appropriate utilization of resources to keep project on time and within budget.• Orchestrated the communication plan for all levels of management and stakeholders ensuring an organized data collection and storage, appropriate information distribution and effective change control.• Developed reports to track progress, which provided necessary data to maintain schedule and budget.• Wrote risk mitigation plans and workarounds, especially for high risk software development.• Coordinated interaction between multiple departments to meet shared deliverables.• Managed all project funds, averaging $1M per year, always under budget.• Completed UAT Testing for error proofing system after tool installation and moves.• Supervisor of hourly trainers. Show less

    • The chocolate raspberry

      Jan 2009 - Feb 2011
      Owner

      Our business was established in 1994, with the first wedding cake. Since that time there have been many weddings, graduations, backyard parties, birthday parties and dinner parties, that have enjoyed the creations from The Chocolate Raspberry.We pride ourselves on providing customers with high-quality baked goods and personal service. Our kitchen is conveniently located in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI.Providing good service means taking the time to understand each customers request to its fullest depth. Our business is client-oriented. We will work with you to make sure you receive the products and services that best fit your personal interests and event.I am the chief pastry maker, recipe creator, marketing director, web designer, accountant and sales agent. Show less

    • Wayne state university

      Jul 2010 - May 2011
      Office manager

      The Center for Peace & Conflict Studies.• Complete all part time faculty appointments for each semester course offerings.• Develop budget and budget justification for research project applications.• Track and manage all finances for Center.• Manage events.• Supervise students.

    • Ckgp/pw & associates

      Apr 2011 - Oct 2013
      Manufacturing engineer

      Assigned to Next Generation Full Size Truck at General Motors.

    • General motors

      Nov 2013 - now

      Assist the Manufacturing Integration Manager (MIM) in the development and execution of New/Major programs, and/or lead the execution of specific projects or annual program launches. Be the strong voice of manufacturing in the product program forums. Drive the consistent application of the Global Launch Process (GLP) to deliver successful launches. Manufacturing Engineer for Full Size Truck Launch Team at Arlington, TX plant. Responsible for tools and build process in the Trim Shop.

      • Asst Manufacturing Integration Mgr

        Oct 2017 - now
      • Assistant Manufacturing Integration Manager

        Nov 2017 - Nov 2017
      • Manufacturing Engineer

        Nov 2013 - Oct 2017
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Pmp

      Project management institute
      May 2002
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Advancement Chairperson, Troop 96

      Issued by Boy Scouts of America on Sept 2010
      Boy Scouts of AmericaAssociated with Tracy Ragland