James Franklin, Cmq/Oe (Asq)
About James Franklin, Cmq/Oe (Asq)
James Franklin is a Quality Manager at Bodycote Thermal Processing in Conyers, Georgia, where he has worked since 2012. He specializes in ISO 9001-2008 implementation, process optimization, and has extensive experience in quality management and training.
Work at Bodycote
James Franklin has been serving as the Quality Manager at Bodycote Thermal Processing since 2012. His role is based in Conyers, Georgia, where he has contributed to the company's quality management efforts for over 12 years. In this position, he specializes in ISO 9001-2008 implementation, conducting gap analyses, and optimizing processes. Franklin also focuses on documentation practices to ensure compliance and efficiency within the organization.
Education and Expertise
James Franklin studied Metallurgical Engineering at Mohawk College, completing a three-year program from 1980 to 1983. He furthered his professional development by obtaining a Certified Trainer/Facilitator certification from Langevin Learning Services in 2005. His expertise includes ISO 9001-2008 implementation, product inspection, and conducting furnace uniformity surveys. Franklin holds a CMQ/OE certification through ASQ, demonstrating his commitment to quality management principles.
Background in Quality Management
Before joining Bodycote, James Franklin worked for 22 years as a Quality Assurance Manager at Samuel Son & Co. Ltd, from 1986 to 2008. He then transitioned to Bluewater Thermal Solutions, where he served as Quality Manager for one year in 2011-2012. Franklin has extensive experience in QA management, overseeing up to seven direct reports and managing quality systems documentation for over 10,000 hours.
Training and Development Initiatives
In his current role, James Franklin designs and delivers training courses in various quality management areas, including Problem Solving, Risk Analysis, and Process Documentation. He measures the effectiveness of these training courses to ensure they meet organizational needs. Franklin also conducts AMS specifications and Health, Safety, and Environmental assessments, contributing to a comprehensive quality management framework.
Experience in Heat Treat Business
James Franklin has three years of experience working in the heat treat business as a Quality Manager. His responsibilities included overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This experience has equipped him with a deep understanding of the unique challenges and requirements within the thermal processing sector.