Manuel Motolinia

Over 11 years of experience as a New Model Launch engineer with advanced proficiency in New Model Program processes and systems. Lead launch engineer since 2014 able to proactively identify issues and apply the 8-D method to solving them. Consistent and reliable ability to balance responsibilities across the team and mentor/train new team members. 12 years of progressive experience with VO Plant Manufacturing as a process engineer, line supervisor and maintenance supervisor in Paint Shop and Body Shop.

Ensured that paint processes are maintained and running effectively for vehicle production. Problem-solved (analyze data, determine root causes, developed implementation plans) and resolved issues which are affecting paint shop quality or throughput. Supported implementation of new processes & equipment. Proactively identified & pursued opportunities to improve operations by reducing cost, reducing energy usage, improve quality, etc. Supported safety of the shop and of operators. Interfaced with production/

Supervised maintenance personnel during production hours. Ordered and maintained tools, equipment and supplies to insure that projects were completed to meet customer's requirements in a timely manner. Interacted with UAW Local 879 representatives to resolve personnel and contractual disputes involving included/excluded employees. Provided assistance to Security and Fire personnel as needed during emergency situations. Supported Safety department to maintain a safe working environment within paint departmen

Supervised floor activities within a unit of hourly employees. Met safety, production, quality, budget control, line balancing, SPC, and ISO/QS requirements. Coordinated/scheduled manpower requirements to meet predetermined operating schedules. Maintained discipline in accordance with Company practices. Enforced work standards, provided on-the-job training, and other personnel functions. Prepared necessary reports for management. Meet First Time Through (FTT) target. Met FPS (Ford Production System) target.

Supervised maintenance personnel during production hours. Ordered and maintained tools, equipment and supplies to insure that projects were completed to meet customer's requirements in a timely manner. Interacted with UAW Local 879 representatives to resolve personnel and contractual disputes involving included/excluded employees. Provided assistance to Security and Fire personnel as needed during emergency situations.

Applied Six Sigma methodology in order to improve quality for Ford Ranger truck.Conducted green belt training and coaching for group leaders.Reduced variability on rear door ranger truck hanging process resulting on $250,000 on savings.Reduced roof to rear door wet paint damage resulting on $150,000 on savings.

Responsible for delivering a vehicle that meets all program targets, including quality, craftsmanship, cost, weight, manufacturing, ergonomics, and customer satisfaction. Check and confirmed CMM data for vehicle subassemblies were assembled to specs. Check and confirmed SPC data for BIW and TOW vehicles within specs. Coordinated displacement on out of nominal range sheet metal parts, sub-assemblies or assemblies in order to comply with SPC targets.