Clint H. Kokinasidis
OBJECTIVE
Challenging and rewarding Quality Engineering position offering that fully utilizes my technical, quality tracking, and leadership abilities.
Currently, I am a Project Manager and Quality Engineer with over 9 years experience in research and design for automotive systems, quality data analysis, and project management.
EDUCATION (DEGREES & CERTIFICATIONS)
December 2009 American Society for Quality Ann Arbor, MI
Quality Engineer Certification
March 2005 University of Phoenix Detroit, MI
Masters in Business Administration Degree
(Specialization: Technology Management)
May 2000 Concordia University Montreal, Canada
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering Degree
(Specialization: Aerospace and Vehicle Systems)
Ford Motor Company Certifications:
1. Design and Analysis of Mechanical Components
2. Global 8D
3. Product Reliability
4. Failure Mode Effects Analysis
5. DVP&PV
6. Experimental Design
7. Systems Engineering Fundamentals
8. Fundamentals of Automotive Statistics
9. Process Control Methods
10. Applied Consumer Focus
ADDITIONAL TRAINING
1. Ford Motor Company: Analytical Warranty System
2. Ford Motor Company: Teamcenter
3. Ford Motor Company: Early Claims Binning
4. Ford Motor Company: WERS
AWARDS / MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
1. 2004 Global Customer Satisfaction Award
2. 6-Sigma Greenbelt Certified (member of 3 Kaizen's and over 25 Six Sigma Black Belt projects)
3. Appeared on FCN Television on NVH Reduction at Ford Motor Company.
4. Achievement award for in cost reduction achievement at Ford Motor Company.
5. Recognition for the successful launches of 2003 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator.
6. Recognition for the successful launches of 2006, 2007, 2008 Ford F650/750/LCF Medium Duty Trucks.
WORK EXPERIENCE
September¡¦04 ¡V Present Ford Motor Company Dearborn, MI Quality Leader & Project Manager for Chassis/Exhaust Systems (Ford F650/750 Medium Duty Truck)
Managed a team that designed and implemented diesel emissions system, frame structures, and the fuel system for Ford's 2011 F650/750 Medium Truck product line. Responsibilities included concept designs and product verification.
Also responsible for overall vehicle quality tracking including warranty analysis, process control chart development and analysis, and reporting quality status to senior management on a monthly basis.
„X Daily Quality control and tracking.
„X Resolve / verify customer concerns by:
o Providing immediate interim containment as required.
o Alert dealers of Technical service bulletins and concerns.
„X Track risk assessments to closure.
„X Ensure all Ford Trustmarks are met for each design.
„X Authorize assembly repair standards for assigned components.
„X Approve and sign-off technical drawings.
„X Support production launches at the plant.
„X Work with assembly plant to develop error-proof processes.
„X Assign priority to projects according to budget/marketing requirements.
„X Develop Cost Reduction projects.
„X Lead / coordinate in design concept reviews, design sign-offs, and maintain a working matrix of all open issues.
„X Implement new Quality initiatives for the entire Vehicle Line and report directly to Engineering and Quality Managers.
„X Conduct ride/drive evaluations (R202).
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April¡¦04 ¡V September¡¦04 Bontaz Centre USA Madison Heights, MI
North American Operations Applications/Quality Engineer
Responsible for designing products and concepts under non-disclosure agreements for clients on cross-functional design teams which include Sr. Mechanical, Electrical, and Product Designers. Responsibilities included concept development, product strategy, plant quality control, and presentation preparation for custom engine oil jets to help keep high performance engines cooler and lubricated.
„X Resolve / verify customer concerns by:
o Providing immediate interim containment as required.
„X Track risk assessments to closure.
„X Engineering support and design from concept to launch to production for the Piston Cooling Jets for all of North American customers (includes completing PPAP, validation testing, QOS tracking)
„X Root causing any potential issues with parts and their interaction with the engine. (design interferences, functional analysis, NVH)
„X Support production launches at the plant.
„X Work with assembly plant to develop error-proof processes.
„X Develop Cost Reduction projects.
„X Contact and conduct customer presentations.
„X Lead / coordinate in design concept reviews, design sign-offs, and maintain a working matrix of all open issues.
„X Working with ¡§Lube and Vent¡¨ group at Major OEM¡¦s to ensure highest level of quality and cost effectiveness.
„X Managing all projects associated with Bontaz Centre and OEM¡¦s (timing, tracking, etc.)
May 2001- April 2004 Ford Motor Company Wayne, MI
Vehicle Engineering Program Module Team Launch Leader ...
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