Leonard — Project Manager

Troy, MI Strengthened the scheduling process including utilization of Microsoft Project to improve planning and transparency throughout the corporation, as well as the German office. Prepare ford schedule using the Primavera software. Provide training to teammates regarding principles of project management and software scheduling. Oversee numerous powertrain component computer numerical control (CNC) lines for multiple customers, including the following: CAT (32L V12 engine block) 14 to 28% margin improvement, Ford (Maverick engine block, Godzilla Head, 11.6" Carrier, F-150 axle tube) 16% to 27% margin improvement, FCA Trenton (PSU engine block) 22% to 44% doubled margin improvement, and John Deere (9L block roughing waterloo) 5% to 9% margin improvement Demonstrate efficiency in overseeing the entire life cycle of a complex project, from gathering functional requirements to analysis, design, and launch. Work with organizations' presidents and vice Presidents to assist with the execution of cost-cutting measures as part of project accounting. Set a record-breaking performance by gaining the highest on-time annual metrics in the company history. Played a key role in increasing the profit margin during companywide slowdown and doubled the FCA project margin expectation. Solely conceptualized and created high-quality designs for small projects and subsystems.

1995 - 1998 (4 years)

Troy, MI Maintained active participation in various General Motors closure line projects. Efficiently resolved engineering project issues by executing process diagrams, including written and verbal descriptions. Executed design review signature forms and standardized design note structure across the company to simplify project coordination and follow-up. Configured Microsoft OneNote for company use and optimized the expense process for faster reimbursement.

Discrete Automation and Motion Division – Auburn Hills, MI Employed engineering principles and techniques to plan and develop new production processes as well as to manage projects. Collaborated with manufacturing departments to discuss and address complex problems. Administered a project for a new $20M Gestamp body-in-white (B.I.W) cells and accomplished ABB Project Management Training. Simplified SAP functions and reporting for the Program Management Team. Streamlined the design and application of cost-effective equipment modifications through deployment of a more efficient method. Obtained the highest level of customer satisfaction for an installation period to date.

New Hudson, MI Established processes for the entire company to improve transparency and planning. Gained selection as Ford program leader tasked to guarantee on-time program delivery. Ensured on-time delivery by negotiating support, timing, and warranty items with Ford and General Motors. Executed schematics, diagrams, and written and verbal descriptions to efficiently solve engineering project problems.

Sterling Heights, MI - Global Division Supervised teams of up to 20 people, accountable for all enhancements, kits, maintenance, new model integration support, interface enhancements, and 2010 model integration. Managed the external consulting resources involved in all project efforts and directed management-level team members. Took charge of budgeting and forecasting; negotiating prices with vendors; and designing and supervising the development and implementation of a process to update closure. Contributed to the launch of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system by assisting with the design aspect. Spearheaded and accomplished a $39M Global FCA Bodyside project with Kuka Systems. Drove the successful launch of an existing vehicle in Mexico on a single assembly line compared to three separate assembly lines in Italy; and oversaw a cross-functional team of 4 to 85 people in charge of interface enhancements and support for new model integration. Served as the driving force behind the following accomplishments that brought significant impacts to the organization: Planning and deployment of a full-service body shop; Launch of an existing Italian vehicle that was built by one assembly line in Mexico; and Revitalization of failing projects into a profitable and deadline-compliant projects.

Auburn Hills, MI Managed teams of up to 20 people. I was responsible for all enhancements, kits, maintenance and support for new model integration in total BIW. I was also responsible for interface enhancements and support for 2010 model integration. - Responsible for all budgets and forecasting for all projects. - Responsible for all decisions and negotiations for consulting and contract services. - Responsible for all pricing negotiations with vendors. - Successfully planned and implemented a total body shop integrated build with no production interruptions. - Responsible for designing and overseeing the build and implementation of a process to update closure installation to improve body panel quality fit. - Took over failing project, turning it to profitability and maintained customer schedule.