Marty Pittman
Harrodsburg
Summary
Dynamic manager experienced in coordinating diverse teams and overseeing complex projects. Core competencies include strategic planning, operational improvement, and promoting collaborative environments. Proven track record of enhancing efficiency and productivity while upholding high-quality standards. Successfully implemented innovative solutions that drove positive organizational change.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Manager
Amcor Flexible Packaging
Shelbyville
01.2019 - 02.2025
- Directed group composed of 2 Senior Engineers, 8 Quality Technicians, and 2 Quality Coordinators.
- Facilitated CFT review meetings to discuss defect reduction action items.
- Managed the quality lab activities, ensuring compliance with specified technical guidelines.
- Facilitate FSSC 22000 annual audits with food safety team leader.
- Conducted meetings, customer visits, and collaborated with corporate R&D.
- Directed plant initiatives to consistently meet corporate customer quality standards.
- Established and monitored internal metrics to achieve operational efficiency.
- Acted as plant liaison for the Amcor Cares initiative.
- Directed lab-related CAP-X processes.
- Expanded instrumentation resources with tools such as Sutherland Rub Tester, Instron systems, and backup tensile tester for operational efficiency.
- Led successful implementation of 'Stop_Call_Wait' plant initiative.
- Enhanced team efforts in developing food safety measures.
- Directed initiatives for maintaining food safety standards.
- Communicated key metrics in regular town hall sessions.
- Developed a prioritized list for each process to ensure success.
- Developed Flat Stanley program to offer 'Did you know' items to production floor.
- Configured two monitors to enhance floor visibility on customer interactions and performance metrics.
- Achieved corporate recognition for reducing customer claims by 25% in FY 23.
- Fostered a team-oriented environment, encouraging collaboration and knowledge sharing among quality and production staff.
Production Manager Electronic Control Unit “ECU” Building
Hitachi Automotive
Harrodsburg
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Oversaw the activities of 1 Assistant Manager, 5 Supervisors, 11 Team Leads and 55 Team Members in Surface Mount Technology operations.
- Facilitated review of Action items to decrease daily defects in collaboration with Cross Functional Team.
- Collaborated with the team to maintain consistent alignment of production lines with customer requirements.
- Collaborated on overtime scheduling tasks, ensuring optimal workflow management.
- Steered defect reduction, decreasing percent from .68% to .35%.
- Contributed to a cross-functional team that achieved internal cost savings for two budget periods.
- Secured zero PPM launch for Nissan 4WD Control Module.
- Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
Supplier/Product Quality Engineer
Big Ass Solutions
Lexington
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Managed supplier key performance indicators and checked materials for compliance with specifications.
- Collaborated with production team members to help team create and deliver high quality, cutting-edge products.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding product quality; developed corrective action plans based on investigation results.
- Analyzed quality metrics and data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Spearheaded quality engineering processes to debut the US variant of Haiku fan.
- Established quick snapshot reviews to countermeasure production issues.
- Collaborated with supplier to formulate Oil Rub Bronze and Satin Nickel powders.
- Achieved precise color calibration through systematic procedures.
Quality Manager (Shocks and Warranty)
Hitachi Automotive
Berea
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Fostered a team-oriented environment, encouraging collaboration and knowledge sharing among quality and production staff.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure product compliance with quality standards and customer requirements.
- Prepared reports summarizing findings from inspections, tests, investigations and other QA activities for senior management review.
- Led four engineers while managing collaboration with one QA associate.
- Strengthened client collaboration across major automotive brands including Ford, Toyota, Nissan, and GM.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams in the development of new products and processes to ensure high levels of quality are maintained throughout the design phase.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Analyzed quality data and metrics to identify trends, drive improvements, and support decision-making processes.
Customer Quality Engineer
Hitachi Automotive
Berea
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Participated in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.
- Assisted in developing control plans to monitor critical characteristics during the manufacturing process.
- Performed root cause analysis for detected faults and developed corrective actions.
- Prepared trend analyses for various metrics such as defect rate, rework rate, scrap rate.
- Secured customer approval for modifications to existing lines using SREA's, PCR's, and PPAP's.
- Installed advanced gauges to boost production quality metrics.
- Completed corporate management training in Japan with Hitachi.
Quality Manager
Lincoln Manufacturing, LLC
Stanford
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Developed and implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product compliance with customer requirements.
- Supervised a team of 7 employees.
- Cultivated partnerships with top-tier suppliers such as DTR, FCC, and Bridgestone supporting Honda, Toyota, Nissan, and Ford.
- Monitored execution of testing activities, directing supervisors, inspectors, and floor workers according to testing specifications to gather accurate, useful data.
- Monitored changes in quality regulations and standards, updating company practices to maintain compliance.
- Maintained organization's adherence to ISO certification standards.]
- Successfully launched B-Piston new model without any defects, ensuring zero PPM.
- Successfully launched Apply Ring with no defects, ensuring zero PPM.
Quality Manager
NI Autowindow System
Lexington
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Participated in new product development projects to ensure quality requirements were integrated from the outset.
- Facilitated root cause analysis and implemented preventive measures to reduce product defects and improve quality.
- Led the development and implementation of quality management systems in accordance with ISO 9001 standards.
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
- Developed and maintained quality documentation, including quality manuals, procedures, and records.
- Oversaw 2 direct and 6 indirect quality associates.
- Forged strong partnerships with United L&N Glass, a Tier 1 supplier to automotive leaders Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Subaru.
- Supported roll-out of Quality Circle initiative throughout plant.
- Achieved zero parts per million defects in product introduction.
Quality Assurance Assistant Section Manager
Hitachi Automotive
Harrodsburg
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure project alignment.
- Reviewed and analyzed customer feedback to identify quality issues.
- Trained new employees on company and safety standards, providing assistance and remediation with issues.
- Participated in design reviews to provide input on functionality, reliability, maintainability, usability, scalability, security.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Assisted in developing long-term plans for the section by setting goals and objectives that align with organizational strategy.
- Managed teams ranging from 3 to 13 engineers and technicians in various manufacturing sectors.
- Engaged in discussions about new product development with Japan.
- Certified PPAP documentation compliance requirements.
- Collaborated with quality engineers and technicians to manage APQP activities in the electrical section.
Education
BS - Police Administration, Minor Psychology
Eastern Kentucky University
01.1994
Skills
- Productivity Improvement
- Lean Manufacturing
- Standardized Work Instructions
- GD&T Training
- APQP/PPAP
- Root Cause Analysis
- TS Lead Auditor Training
- ISO 9001 Experience
- Relationship building
- Defect reduction
- Paint Match and Harmony
- Safety Focused
- Quality Assurance/Control
- Customer relationship management
- Food safety standards
- Supplier quality management
Certification
HACCP Plan Development
SAI Global
C335974
06/08/2022
Affiliations
- Firefighter Officer for Stanford City Fire for 23 years.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Quality Manager
Amcor Flexible Packaging
01.2019 - 02.2025
Production Manager Electronic Control Unit “ECU” Building
Hitachi Automotive
01.2016 - 01.2018
Supplier/Product Quality Engineer
Big Ass Solutions
01.2013 - 01.2016
Quality Manager (Shocks and Warranty)
Hitachi Automotive
01.2012 - 01.2013
Customer Quality Engineer
Hitachi Automotive
01.2011 - 01.2012
Quality Manager
Lincoln Manufacturing, LLC
01.2007 - 01.2010
Quality Manager
NI Autowindow System
01.2004 - 01.2007
Quality Assurance Assistant Section Manager
Hitachi Automotive
01.2001 - 01.2004
BS - Police Administration, Minor Psychology
Eastern Kentucky University
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