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Kevin Gray

Midland

Summary

Respected Supervisor at Honda of Canada Mfg, recognized for driving continuous improvement and achieving operational daily targets. Expert in employee supervision, fostering a collaborative team culture. Proven mentor with strong conflict resolution skills.

Adapts well to new requirements and very receptive to change. Able to work well within a teamwork atmosphere as well as alone as needed without supervision.

I have a very approachable personality and am very well respected and give respect. Good knowledge of automobiles specifically the Honda brand.

Able to use the Honda parts ordering system as I have looked up parts and ordered them for my personal vehicle through the portal at HCM.

I am very punctual and reliable in attendance with minimal time missed over my career at Honda of Canada Mfg

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Honda of Canada Mfg
04.2021 - Current
  • Responsible for the daily operations of the entire production floor in the Engine Assembly Department
  • set daily direction for the entire team to ensure that daily metrics have been achieved or exceeded
  • Ensured that all groups (production, engineering , maintenance and quality) worked together for continuous improvement of the department and to react quickly if any quality or delivery issues arose. This involved developing strong countermeasures in order to prevent reocurrence
  • Developed detailed busine
  • ss plan as the department lead in several areas. This included safety , morale and delivery.
  • Department manager designate.
  • Responsible for monthly reporting to HCM president and Senior management
  • Worked with other departments on projects in HCM to improve the overall business
  • worked with contractors and suppliers on projects. Ensuring that timelines were achieved but more importantly project budgets were adhered to
  • Relied upon by all team members for mentorship and guidance
  • Very well respected by all team members
  • Transferred to diecast and machining department in October 2024as Assistant manger upon closure of engine assembly due to the end of life of the 2.0 litre engine.
  • Working with the management team in developing a teamwork culture and respect for the individual
  • Mentoring and coaching a new team


Production Unit Leader

Honda of Canada Mfg
04.2017 - 05.2021
  • Responsible for all aspects of a function area in engine assembly
  • This included 85 associates between 2 shifts and 36 processes
  • Ensured daily metrics were achieved
  • Dealt with associate conflict and concerns
  • Developed business plan for each business year
  • Encouraged continuous growth in associate development
  • Developed presentations and presented to HCM president and senior management team
  • Developed countermeasure to production to ensure that Honda's high quality standards were met or exceeded.
  • Developed very strong and trusting working relationships with all associates
  • Associates were comfortable in approaching me with any concerns
  • Relied upon by the management team to make decisions regarding the production floor

Production Team Leader

Honda of Canada Mfg
01.2008 - 04.2018
  • Selected by senior management to be a lead team member for the start up of the engine plant at HCM
  • This involved going to other Honda engine manufacturing sites to gain extensive knowledge of engine function and process design
  • attended engine function training at Honda Canada Inc. in Markham
  • Reviewed production line setup and worked with the engineering group to have the best placement of equipment to ensure good process flow
  • Developed an extensive training plan to train production associates. This involved process flow and quality points as well as detailed information that each part performs. Included in this is past problem history that was gathered form other sites
  • Trained all associates that transferred to the engine plant. Associates had to demonstrate a very strong understanding of process flow , part function , and past problem history prior to being approved to perform the processes
  • Upon start up I was production team leader responsible for 18 processes that included full assembly of the cylinder head , setting timing and valve tappets among other parts
  • Dealt with associate conflict and resolved issues as they arose
  • Supported associate development through evaluations and coaching
  • Commended by senior management for being a strong leader
  • Ensured all associates supported each other in order to achieve daily metrics and to inspire a team atmosphere
  • ensured that all policies were followed by all associates
  • responsible to monitor shipping trailer inventory to ensure that the assembly departments received engines in a timely manner
  • Worked on process design for new model activity

Production Team Leader

Honda of Canada Mfg
01.1998 - 01.2008
  • Production floor supervisor , with 15 to 28 associates reporting to me in various different areas of the production floor
  • Responsible to set daily schedule for the associates ensuring that rotation rules were followed
  • Held daily meetings with my immediate team members to ensure that they were aware of any changes to the business
  • Supported the associates daily by providing assistance
  • Dealt with any associate concerns ensuring prompt feedback
  • Dealt with any disputes amongst the associates and ensured resolution
  • Performed yearly associate performance evaluations and worked with the associates by providing guidance and assistance for their personal development
  • Developed detailed presentations and presented to senior management regularily for the status of the area and readiness for new models
  • Selected to be lead trainer for my area. Developed an extensive training plan to ensure that the associates were fully trained and aware of all change points , supporting the successful launch of new models. I also worked with the process design team to ensure that the processes were designed correctly to ensure success
  • Supported all required overtime either planned or short notice. This included production overtime as well as repair overtime. Repair overtime covered multiple aspects of the vehicle from door repair, Instrument panel removal and reinstall, window removal and reinstall, various engine repairs.
  • Selected to be Unit Leader Support. This involved filling in during absences. Duties included organizing the function area ( 5 zones approx 100 associates) to ensure all areas had required workforce for the day. Ensured all daily metrics were achieved, reported to senior management , supported all team leaders and associates in the area as required. Dealt with associate concerns in the area in a professional and timely manner
  • Selected to be a part of engine plant start up
  • Responsible for developing an extensive detailed training plan
  • Required to take extensive engine functioning training at the Honda development Center in Markham. This providing detailed understanding of honda engines.
  • Trained all associates on zone processes ensuring complete understanding of part functionality and process flow.
  • Set up all zone processes and worked with the project team in defining equipment placement to ensure optimal process flow
  • Worked with the quality team ot ensure that we could exceed the quality standards that were established
  • Worked with other departments to react quickly to quality or delivery issues to ensure timely delivery to our customers
  • Monitored daily shipping trailer inventory and status to ensure that engines arrived to sites on time.
  • Provided support and guidance to all associates and supported their development
  • Developed future leaders

Production Associate

Honda of Canada Mfg
10.1989 - 01.1997
  • Worked on the frame assembly line in various areas
  • Working at a fast pace to ensure processes were completed on time in order to meet customers expectations
  • Followed all policies and procedures to ensure that the quality standards were met or exceeded.
  • Supported all overtime requested to support timely delivery to our customers.
  • Supported training new associates on processes exhibiting a strong work ethic. I also made sure that the associates were comfortable in their surroundings and could meet the daily demand before releasing them from training
  • Selected to be production floor supervisor delegate. This involved being the supervisor during absences . I would set the direction for the team (20 associates) schedule their daily rotation , make required repairs , support associates by stocking parts or assisting if issues arose , daily reporting to the management team on required metrics

Parts Delivery Driver

Mckerlie Millen Auto Parts
05.1986 - 08.1987
  • Delivered auto parts to customers. Ensuring timely delivery
  • Ensured that all laws and safe driving habits were followed
  • Interacted with customers to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Ensured all paperwork was completed and returned for processing
  • Took phone calls and assisted customers in placing parts orders. Ensured accurate information was provided to ensure that the correct parts were ordered and delivered. This involved going through parts supplier catalogues and matching up model make and type to the listings or using microfiche
  • Ensured accuracy when selecting parts and removing them from inventory , or placing orders if parts were not available in the store
  • Unloaded daily warehouse delivery to the store ensuring all parts ordered were received, by confirming packing slip to parts received
  • Handled customer disputes to ensure satisfaction
  • Dealt with cash transactions with in store customers


Education

No Degree - Business Administration

Durham College
Oshawa, ON
09-1988

High School Diploma -

Midland Secondary School
Midland, ON
06-1986

Skills

  • Employee Supervision
  • Budgeting
  • Planning
  • Mentoring
  • Proficient in use of microsoft software (word, excel,powerpoint) as well as smartsheet and microsoft teams
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Prompt and reliable in attendance
  • Quick learner and adapts well to new requirements
  • Conflict resolution

Interests

  • Cycling
  • Kayaking
  • Golf
  • Snowshoeing
  • Walking
  • Reading

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Honda of Canada Mfg
04.2021 - Current

Production Unit Leader

Honda of Canada Mfg
04.2017 - 05.2021

Production Team Leader

Honda of Canada Mfg
01.2008 - 04.2018

Production Team Leader

Honda of Canada Mfg
01.1998 - 01.2008

Production Associate

Honda of Canada Mfg
10.1989 - 01.1997

Parts Delivery Driver

Mckerlie Millen Auto Parts
05.1986 - 08.1987

No Degree - Business Administration

Durham College

High School Diploma -

Midland Secondary School

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