Principal Associates
John J Black, MSIE, LSSBB
Dynamic senior manager and educator with
over 20 years of experience driving continuous improvement for business, manufacturing and engineering systems via lean / six sigma methodologies, process mapping, and simulation modeling.
Adept at analyzing business processes in order to identify areas for improvement. Proven history of developing effective new processes and systems to eliminate waste, streamline processes, and reduce expenses. Strong leader with a talent for uniting personnel behind new processes and standards.
Formal Education:
Master, of Science, Industrial Engineering
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Technology
Lawrence Technological University, Southfield, Michigan
Associate of Applied Science, Special Machine Design
Macomb Community College, Warren, Michigan
Master Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
Villanova University
Journeyman Toolmaker
Adept at analyzing business processes in order to identify areas for improvement. Proven history of developing effective new processes and systems to eliminate waste, streamline processes, and reduce expenses. Strong leader with a talent for uniting personnel behind new processes and standards.
Formal Education:
Master, of Science, Industrial Engineering
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Technology
Lawrence Technological University, Southfield, Michigan
Associate of Applied Science, Special Machine Design
Macomb Community College, Warren, Michigan
Master Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
Villanova University
Journeyman Toolmaker
Daryl Hickman
A diversified senior associate with 16 + years of experience leading projects in the quality, reliability, process improvement and mechanical engineering arena. Strong problem solving and leadership skills has contributed to the successful completion of many client projects including:
Baker college (anticipated 2011)
Bachelor in Business Leadership
Baker college
Associate in Electrical Engineering
National Institute of Technology
Leadership Development Program
US Army, Louisiana
Machine Trades Certificate (2yr)
Sanilac Career Center
- Production volume & manufacturing constraint analysis
- R&M ( Reliability & Maintenance) & Life cycle cost analysis projects
- Maximo, PM Tracking, POS-MON Analysis & MS applications, networking and Database Applications
- FPS & TPS (Ford & Toyota Productions systems)
- Kaisen, Kanban, and other Material flow methods
- Six sigma concepts (certification in process)
- ISO/TS standards, SPC & other Quality Tools.
- TPM, Maintenance planning and part reduction projects
- Quality Engineering - FMEA, DFMEA, 8D, quality improvement studies
- Training Manuals, Process procedures, & Operator / Maintenance manuals
- APQP Experience, Lean Manufacturing & Project Launch
Formal Education
Master in Business AdministrationBaker college (anticipated 2011)
Bachelor in Business Leadership
Baker college
Associate in Electrical Engineering
National Institute of Technology
Leadership Development Program
US Army, Louisiana
Machine Trades Certificate (2yr)
Sanilac Career Center




