mark ayers

* Responsible for the implementation of automated manufacturing systems for labor reduction and efficiency among (2) manufacturing plants located in Arab, AL and Memphis TN * Justify capital investments with labor reduction, quality improvement and labor efficiency * Solicit vendors for said investments for competitive quotes * Serve as the Project Manager for capital equipment development and installation to set schedule

* Ensure new product launch schedules by resolving delays in process characterizations governed by PFMEAs * Drive design changes for manufacturability and to resolve issues associated with design transfer tasks * Collaborate with Quality Engineers for Measurement System Analysis issues * Develop BOM and Matrix structure for new product launch * Create routings in SAP for new product launch * Support Quality Engineers for Process Characterizations

* Initiated a JIT inventory system for a 14% investment reduction * Created a running part inventory system significantly reducing technician downtime and increasing output * Vendor selection based on quality, price and delivery to maximize profit * Comprehensive technical knowledge of product base to ensure accurate ordering of parts for deadline achievement.

* Supervised contractors in relocation of coil-manufacturing department ($4M book value) to complete project * and initiate new department on schedule and within budget * Maintained and improved 60-ton Burr Oak fin presses at 180 spm, Phinney progressive fin dies, Burr Oak copper tubing benders, and Tridan coil expanders - minimizing downtime and improving efficiency * Composed operating instruction guides, safety instructions, and TPM checklists for hydraulic presses and * coil-manufacturing equipment * Managed and supervised multiple hands-on projects for maintenance technicians and contractors, including * equipment rebuild and replacement * Troubleshot equipment failure using RSLogix 500 to identify faults in PLC programs, quickly bringing equipment on-line and minimized downtime * Achieved ACE (Achieving Competitive Excellence) Silver Status documenting procedures and practices.

* of Alcoa, investment-casting company of turbine components for the aerospace industry * Operated with the techniques of Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM), ACE, 5S Principles and Kaizen achieving positive business results and defect reduction * Designed and supervised installation of automated mold transfer for a 30% production increase * Directed feedback to management for subordinate and contractor performance reviews * Designed under-hearth-fired refractory furnaces with AutoCAD 2000 for rebuild improvements establishing uniformity and efficiency for temperature ranges * Corresponded to demanding manufacturing procedures for vacuum casting and heat-treating processes * below 1/2 micron * Capital equipment justification, fabrication oversight, installation, and runoff * Designed 30 to 300lb induction coils for Equiax casting units.

* Automated equipment design utilizing Allen Bradley PLC with servo & stepper motors, pneumatics, and hydraulics with accurate and precise positioning for manufacturing efficiency; * Completed exclusive pick and place assembly system designs for Chrysler, Ford, GM, Solar Turbines, * and Ciba Optical using AutoCAD 14, Cadkey 5.0, and ME10; * Managed machining and assembly of my designs and collaborated with tooling personnel for line * construction and failure evaluation using FMEA; * Established accurate positioning of substations with close geometrical tolerances of detailed parts, tooling * and fixtures, sustaining a customer manufacturing capability of 1.67 CpK (6 Sigma).

* An OEM of robotics and automation equipment * Quoted projects according to PLC requirements, estimated labor, materials and design time * Designed equipment modifications with AutoCAD and Cadkey enhancing quality and reliability * Prepared Gantt chart for project communications and milestones ensuring project completion dates * Prominent customer relations throughout all stages of equipment design, assembly and follow-up on * completed projects, guaranteed satisfaction and maintained business distinction * Created schematic prints and layouts with VIA Schematic, EEPD+, and Protel * Hardwired equipment, PLCs, motors, relays, sensors, limit switches, etc. for OEM machinery * Trained manufacturing personnel on new equipment and process enhancements.

* Updated existing equipment with A-B SLC 504 for test accuracy and user-friendly spreadsheet application for ease of new product introduction and release of vendor dependency * Redefined existing test equipment for a 14% increase in FPY equivalent to $23,000 annual savings * Designed and built an automated assembly table for a $48,000 annual savings with a $25,000 investment * Designed and built a gated automated shim machine that measured a bearing assembly and housing to specify the required shim thickness for specified gear end play for 23% reduction in warranty claims * Designed and built a gated automated machine that tested finished product for test conformity to ensure quality products for a 12% reduction in warranty claims * Hands-on support of said equipment for operator training and continuous improvement * Complied with safety standards to design press fixtures for hands-free operation * Established control plans, work instructions, PFMEA, and tooling for new product launches.