Eric Smith

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Jul 1980 - Aug 2000

  Chief Inspector, Quality Assurance

  Supervised 16 inspectors with diverse specialties in the inspection of thirty 707 and 747 aircraft.•Ensured that modifications, repair and rigging of major airframe operating systems such as the Airborne Air Force Satellite Telecommunications System, electronics systems, landing gear, flight controls, and engines met stringent standards.•Reduced error rates by 20 percent within a one-year period.

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  AVAYA Communication

  Aug 2000 - Mar 2002

  Manager Associate

  Managed four sections composed of 40 union represented personnel in the manufacturing of various telecommunication components.•Consistently selected for challenging assignments where personal leadership and technical expertise were essential ingredients for success.•Trained and supervised personnel on the manufacturing and installation of electrical wiring harnesses and electronic components.•Proactive in preventing deviations from company standards to maintain high level of quality and safety.•Initiated and facilitated monthly safety/productivity and weekly quality meetings for the department.•Coached personnel on their individual productivity.•Worked closely with union representatives in resolving personnel issues. Show less

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  Airlite Plastics Co

  Jan 2003 - Apr 2004

  Area Supervisor

  Supervised 10-12 production associates in the manufacturing of various plastic food containers.Managed the overtime program of all production associates.ISO 9001 Internal Auditor.

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  Professional Veterinary Products

  Apr 2004 - Apr 2005

  Assistant Production Manager
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  Griffin Pipe

  Jun 2005 - Mar 2006

  Production Foreman

  Managed the night shift composed of 18-23 production associates in the manufacturing of ductile iron pipe.ISO 9001 internal auditor.

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  Warren Distribution, Inc. Affiliated Companies

  Apr 2006 - Jun 2014

  Plan and implement the Warren Quality Management System. Lead and conduct company wide internal auditing.Train associates on tools used in a Lean Enterprise and on ISO 9001-2008.Gather information from outside sources on lean tools. Match and apply lean concepts and tools to appropriate improvement opportunities. Managed the day shift composed of 20-25 shipping associates in the warehousing and distribution of various automotive products.

  • Product Development

    Jun 2011 - Jun 2014

  • Preventive Maintenance Manager (WPP)

    Jun 2010 - Jun 2011

  • Quality and Lean Systems Coordinator

    May 2007 - Jun 2010

  • Shipping Supervisor

    Apr 2006 - May 2007
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  ESMSC dba Sterling Business Certification

  Mar 2012 - now

  Lead Consultant/Owner

  Consulting, auditing and training in ISO 9001, 13485, 14001 and 45001 management systems. Consulting and auditing and in current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) to include over the counter drugs (OTC), medical device, cosmetic, non-regulated and warehouse/distribution.