Jay Walker3580 Wallingford Way N9 • Saginaw, MI 48603 • 803-239-6363 •

WalkerJay276@gmail.com

Data SpecialistEfficient, self-directed data specialist with a track record of positive results in multiple departments. Experience with multiple project methodologies including SDLC, SCRUM, Six Sigma and Lean. Skilled in the development of software solutions for data mining and organization. Proficient in visual management design, and waste elimination. High performer in the employee suggestion system. Skilled classroom instructor in lean concepts, including 5S, Kanban, Problem Solving, SMED, and Employee Involvement.

Core CompetenciesLean Six Sigma Green BeltLean ManufacturingProject ManagementVisual ManagementWork Station Design

Process DevelopmentTeachingRelational DatabaseMicrosoft OfficeVBA

HTMLCSSUML

Professional ExperienceBose Corporation

Team Associate (June 2011 – September 2015)

Designed an Access database for tracking employee suggestions, resulting in improved data quality and $1,000 annual savings.

Incorporated end user requirements into an employee tracking database to improve user satisfaction; results included a streamlined data entry process and improved reporting capabilities.

Developed an inventory storage strategy to maximize storage use, resulting in $68,000 annual savings and 25% improvement in space utilization.

Developed Access front-end solution for warehouse data retrieval. Developed and maintained hundreds of specific report views to facilitate decision making

efforts. Developed leadership standardized work database in Access to maintain and track

critical leadership activities. Produced a warehouse storage methodology to promote efficient storage usage. Developed storage and retrieval metrics to allow for efficient monitoring, and reaction to

abnormalities. Created views to develop efficiency metrics for employee performance. Submitted more than 1500 suggestions to voluntary suggestion system, many resulting

in projects of varying scopes. Developed workload evaluation and prediction tool using SAP and Excel, to facilitate

labor movement decisions.

Team Leader (June 2008 – June 2011)

Led and worked with teams of 7-15 people at the floor level. Oversaw and facilitated production goals. Ensured Quality and safety metrics were attained.

Trained employees in lean principles, and provided tools to implement lean at the floor level.

Lean Development Developed 5S standards for multiple areas. Created tools, visuals, and follow-up

activities to ensure success. Worked closely with lean technicians to create and implement lean solutions at the floor

level.

Machine Operator (June 2007 – June 2008)

Maintained and monitored up to 10 automated surface mount electronics machines, including lead paste, Laser etch, and placement machines. Made minor adjustments to placement programs as required. Replaced user serviceable parts.

Maintained and monitored through-hole placement machines, including minor program adjustments.

Randstad USATeam Operator at Bose Corporation (November 2006 – June 2007)

Promoted to full time employment at Bose Corporation.

Sterilite CorporationMaterial Handler (July 2000 – November 2006)

EducationBachelor of Science in Information TechnologyWestern Governor’s UniversitySalt Lake City, UTExpected Completion 2018

Specialized Certifications & TrainingComptia A+

(Comptia, March 2016)

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt(Bose Corporation, October 2012)

Bose Production System University [Similar to Toyota Production System] (Bose Corporation, October 2011)

Fundamentals of Effective Supervision(Bose Corporation, November 2008)

Software Skills Microsoft Suite: Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, Skype for Business,

Word, Visio SigmaZone: SPC XL Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop, Dreamweaver SAP