Mark Rearick has over 15 years of experience in quality engineering and management roles. He has worked in various industries including appliances, plastics, and steel. He is skilled in customer interaction, problem solving, and process improvement. He has a background in the military with over 20 years of experience and training.

1. Mark Rearick Quality Engineer / Manager
a1aelux@gmail.com – 731-453-4755
INTRODUCTION
For 15 years, I have been a Quality team member in applications of Contract Quality, Quality Engineer, and Quality Manager. I have
supported numerous styles of quality and manufacturing practices. I also performed duties as a supplier quality engineer and Manager,
working with multiple companies and commodities from plastics to steel. I have a great deal of experience with customer interaction,
problem solving and willingness to travel. Prior to the above experience I bring 20 years of Air Force military training and
professionalism. I am ready to make a difference for you.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Quality Contract
CLEVELAND TRACK MATERIALS – Memphis, TN- November 2015 - Present
The focus of responsibility initially has been to review quality manual and procedures. Determine where processes are either not being
followed, or not adequate for process improvement. Develop and put into place sustainable processes for long term success
Quality Engineer Fabrication/ Tool Moves / Ancillary Projects
ELECTROLUX MEM - Memphis, TN - February 2012 to August 2015
I recently was filling numerous billets ranging from supplier quality duties with outsourced fab tools, to being responsible for the plant
Adhesives system, Weld Penetration, ESD, Sears Audits, PPAP qualifications, etc. Quality Engineer Slide In Electric/Gas & Free standing
Dept. As of January 2015, I have assumed the task of process improvements on these lines. They have struggled with 1st pass yield, and
defects per unit. I have initiated numerous changes to process, data analysis, communication, teamwork and delegation. This has
already shown a modest improvement in both yield and defect categories.
Quality Engineer Wall Oven/Dbl Wall Oven Dept.
As of March 2014, I was assigned to the Wall Oven/ Dbl Wall Oven lines; centrally focusing on process improvement which is my
strength. We have been able to achieve vast improvements in scrap reduction, best NRFT scores, and elimination of numerous process
related defects.
Quality Engineer Fabrication / weld cell / Finishing
I Joined the Memphis team shortly after ground breaking. I traveled extensively as the Last Piece Liaison to LAS, the QE for tooling T1
approvals as well as representing Quality in numerous systems and process run off to include the Wayne trail Weld Cell, RMS Front
Frame Fixtures, and the Nordson robot Enamel processes. I have worked very closely with the other cooking facilities, and the Supplier
Quality Group as a boots on the ground leader within the facility. My passion and dedication to this facility energizes me for further
success for our products.
Quality Manager
AMC American Molding - Flowood, MS January 2012 to February 2012
This Injection molding facility was shut down for three years before being offered a tier-2 mission for Nissan. Their quality systems were
non-existent and they were in dire need of 35 ppaps and work instructions within 4 weeks' time. I took the position and had them
qualified and approved in three weeks before receiving the offer to Electrolux Memphis.
Quality Contract
ECOWATER - Ripley, MS September 2011 to December 2011
My missions was to modify and standardize the work instructions, and develop a plan that would help the Blow Molding personnel to
error proof and analysis the completed product through process control. I completed all of the work instructions, as well as wall
thickness inspection forms and SPC charts for the product weights. I also provided them with new Go / No Go gages to check
dimensions previously left unverified. Although I was only able to scratch the surface, there is an abundant of improvement
opportunities present.
Quality Manager
JARVIS CASTER - Jackson, TN February 2011 to August 2011
I was required to re-invent the entire quality program. I drafted and activated a new quality manual the encompassed all new programs.
I initiated new forms for defect tracking, activated the calibration program that was dormant for 5 years. The Primary Commodity that
was focused on was plastic injection molded parts. We worked tirelessly to correct issues that the company had been battling for years.
I worked closely with our primary suppliers in China the represented over 80% of the business. I traveled to the Chinese facilities to
resolve numerous Corrective Action Reports. I also deployed to Customers on the east and west coast to quickly correct their quality

2. concerns, and explain process that would extend the life of the product.
Quality Engineer / Supplier Quality Manager
MONOGRAM REFRIGERATION - Selmer, TN December 2001 to December 2010
As the manager, I was ultimately responsible for all supplier parts, issues, and contacts on site. The Vast majority of the parts were
plastic followed by stainless steel. I worked closely with the Injection Molding companies both at our facility and theirs. We were able to
advance the quality while reducing defects. I was the link between our facility and the corporate counterparts of all commodities. I
additionally supervised numerous Purchased Material Quality (PMQ) hourly personnel that were assisting in keeping all parts visually,
functionally, and dimensionally within specs. In addition to these newly assigned duties, I performing in the position I was promoted
from for continuity and cost savings.
Senior Process Improvement Quality Engineer
The job of Process improvements as well as the Floor Quality Leader was one in the same positions. I was primarily responsible for key
Process Improvement projects in an effort to achieve 100% real yield, and a defect rate of zero. I supervised 14 diverse positions
throughout the department (auditors responsible for process and product control, technicians responsible for electronic, electrical, and
sealed system concerns, auditors testing, evaluating, and certifying the product for shipment, and metrology technicians operating a
CMM, FARO, and other SPC tools to ensure a reliable product). I was tasked to perform on numerous Kaizen events, including two
Shingizitzu events, continually working toward improving quality standards by utilizing 6 sigma principles and Lean manufacturing tools.
As an internal auditor I constantly supported our ISO re-certification process, which increased our ability to maintain the highest
standard of quality. I was the initial on-site Quality interface with Asian supplier leading to product savings of $1.7m. I worked very close
with them including travel to China. I initiated a scrap reduction plan that saved at least $10K/year with
no additional cost to the company. I lead an effort to better train, and prepare production personnel on efficient and foolproof methods
for their assembly processes. I formulated a Mobile Marketplace in order to illustrate to each department the top defect locations per
model. This information has served to enlighten those unaware of our current yield and SCR issues. I activated multiple defect reduction
projects including the "Hero" project that awards operators for defect eradication.
PMQE Quality Engineer
I was a team member for the 130+ Lean Sigma Project before we had the Lean concept training. Our efforts still produced the avenue
for production to increase to at least 150 per day. I worked very closely on a daily basis with at least 75 suppliers to dramatically
improve quality performance; and achieve excellence in PPM goals. I was instrumental in leading numerous Advanced Quality Planning
activities for assigned components for new product programs, as well as engineering changes on current products. This includes Design,
Process and Assembly reviews, FMEA's Capability studies, PPAP's, etc. I was working hand-in-hand with the suppliers
to achieve high capability and low risk processes by applying analysis skills and effective quality techniques. This included visiting
suppliers to make sure they understand the expectations and to review manufacturing and assembly processes. Constantly analyzing
and report on assigned supplier quality performances. I took an aggressive posture in the disposition of non-conforming parts and
issuing corrective action requests to suppliers when required. By maintaining an active channel of communication for quality
performance feedback to suppliers and assisting in leading their implementation and usage of the quality control, quality improvement;
and quality planning; of defects decreased as well as the supplier's ppm scoring. I teamed with engineering in pursuit of Service Call Rate
(SCR) reduction. I represented quality as their member of the damper team and assisted in ice /water, and bottom mount seal teams.
These areas were the +80% drivers for plant wide defects.
Quality Control - HVAC / Power Generation Supervisor
US AIR FORCE February 1981 to March 2001
I was essentially the key inspector in coordinating and performing work center level Maintenance Management Evaluations. I was the
inspector responsible for ensuring maintenance support was adequate for logistical operations. I worked continually revising the local
maintenance quality control checklists; ensured references were accurate and current. I had been tasked to perform Quality Control
Acceptance Inspections on at least 70 newly assigned generator sets. I was selected to head the unit's Action Workout Team, which
streamlined the entire mobilization of maintenance support for worldwide operations. Reduced the duplication of efforts
by more than 40%. TRAINING: I trained all of the assigned personnel and provided guidance on Quality Control procedures on how to
respond to unforeseen situations. SAFETY/ENVIRONMETAL: I was responsible for inspecting all deployable equipment and palletized
cargo for physical deficiencies, safety, HazMat, and documentation errors.
EDUCATION
Community College of the Air Force 54 Semester Hrs. 1998
Six Sigma Green Belt Appliance Park, KY 2009