imulation Modeling, Manufacturing Systems Expert Consultant Resume

• Automotive
• Aerospace
• Consumer Goods
• Defense
• Heavy Manufacturing
• Retail

This associate has a M.B.A. in Marketing from Wayne State University.

This associate has a B.S. in Manufacturing Systems Engineering from GMI Engineering and Management Institute.

Simulation Modeling, Manufacturing Systems Expert Consultant Resume

This associate has expertise in simulation project management and manufacturing systems engineering. Additional expertise includes factory simulation with special interests in discrete-event model development, data collection and analysis, NC machining, and robotic processes.

Specialization includes simulation languages including AutoMod, QUEST, GPSS, and V-Sim. Experience includes development, customer support, product documentation, and data collection. Additional experience includes model development, analysis, material handling system evaluation, and throughput and bottleneck identification.

This associate also specializes in engine chassis marriage simulation, component manufacturing simulation, basic and advanced simulation training, and body shop and paint system simulation. Further specialization includes storage system simulation, traffic and logistics simulation, and material flow studies. Related specialization includes press motion simulation and advanced material handling and distribution models.

Consultant, Kevin Kennedy Associates Inc.

President, Simulation Modeling Firm, Livonia, MI

QUEST Product Manager, Deneb Robotics (Delmia), Auburn Hills, MI

Senior Simulation Analyst, AutoSimulations, Troy, MI

DaimlerChrysler, Jefferson North Plant, MI

DaimlerChrysler, Belvidere Assembly Plant, IL

DaimlerChrysler, Mack Avenue Engine Plant, MI

DaimlerChrysler, Auburn Hills, MI

Ford Motor Company, Kentucky Truck, KY

Ford Motor Company, Palmela, Portugal

General Motors, Romulus Engine

Extensive modeling of proposed engine storage system including video fly-thru and presentation to board of directors. Helped launch virtual reality center for GM in Detroit.

General Motors, Detroit Hamtramck

Engine Chassis Marriage simulation focused on determining the proper number of AGVs and proper build line speed for engine chassis marriage.

General Motors, Shreveport Assembly Plant, LA

Simulation of traffic and logistics for inbound and outbound material.

Mercedes (MBUSI)

Material Flow study focusing on material placement, tugger routes and staffing required.

International Truck, Escobedo, Mexico

Detailed traffic simulation for inbound material, adjacent plant traffic, and pedestrians.

General Motors, Grand River Assembly, MI

Simulated inbound/outbound traffic flow, employee traffic, gate constraints, and outbound completed vehicle shipment.

General Motors Craft Centre

Simulated paint operations for potential upcoming programs at the craft centre including detailed controls models for material handling systems.

Ford Motor Company, Hermosillo, Mexico

Engine Chassis Marriage simulations for the U222 / U272 programs. Determined proper number of powered lift carts.

Tower Automotive/Toyota, Milwaukee, WI

Conceptual press model for unique underbody process. Detailed press motion and prepared video for corporate presentation.

Ford Motor Company, Wixom, MI

Provided AutoMod simulation of body shop operations. Recommended new conveyor options and logic to support model changeover.

Navistar, Springfield, OH

Detailed AutoMod simulation of the paint operations for entire Springfield operations.

Extensive simulation modeling for Tier 1 clients including Visteon, Delphi, Fanuc, ABB, Magna, FORI Automation, and Johnson Controls.

Led project teams on advanced material handling and distribution models for Proctor & Gamble, Kimberly Clark, Pfizer, General Dynamics, Unilever, Siemens, UPS, Boeing, Alcoa, and the Hong Kong Mass Transit Railway.

Conducts simulation training courses and speaks at a wide variety of conferences each year.

Helping Dell Improve Efficiency Within Assembly Operations