Shawheta pickett
@shawhetapickett
Experienced project manager specializing in Battery Electric Vehicles and quality assurance.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced professional with over 13 years in project management and quality assurance, particularly in the Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) and Powertrain Development sectors. My expertise lies in leveraging Power BI to document and establish warranty forecasts for BEVs, ensuring that quality plans are effectively implemented throughout program execution. I pride myself on my ability to manage multiple projects from concept to completion while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and team members.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed program targets related to quality, cost, and timing, ensuring that development milestones are met. My role as a Sr. Engineering Powertrain Program Manager at FCA Stellantis involved leading cross-functional teams, coordinating project timelines, and ensuring compliance with product and process development plans. I am adept at risk management and change management, which has allowed me to deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sr. Engineering Powertrain Program Manager
FCA Stellantis
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Managed all program targets including quality, cost, and timing, ensuring effective communication and tracking per program requirements. Led management team meetings for program and key issue approval, assuring accomplishment of project milestones and gate review compliance.
Powertrain Program Manager/Core Quality Manager
FCA Stellantis
Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Documented and established warranty forecasts for Battery Electric Vehicles using Power BI, and formulated quality plans ensuring their proper application during program execution. Managed quality assessments of industrialization in close coordination with Customer Experience and Industrial Quality Teams.
Sr. Program Manager
Aug 2021 - Present (3 years 11 months)
Conducted flash meetings and one-on-one conversations to effectively communicate with external and internal partners. Provided project management across multiple partnerships, from initial intake, change management, scope development, risk management, and creative concept to launch.
Program Manager
Faurecia
Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 10 months)
Ran and analyzed training reports to follow up on candidate performance and provide team members with training analytics. Monitored Change Management and Risk Management, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with candidates and end users accessing company network systems.
Program Manager
Raytheon
Aug 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)
Collaborated with Subject Matter Experts to develop project goals, training objectives, and final print deliverables including instructor and participant guides. Designed effective training solutions for media content for training and e-learning programs within project budgets.
Powertrain Project Manager
General Motors
Nov 2015 - Present (9 years 8 months)
Developed training solutions for agent-level and management employees, performing needs analysis to identify specific training requirements. Established and standardized organizational structure for current business units, overseeing the training operations team for effective training support.
Training Operations Data Analyst
General Motors
Feb 2015 - Present (10 years 5 months)
Handled high-escalation cases for team leads and managers, and taught live session training courses to existing customer service advisors. Performed coaching and performance analysis reports for Academy Bay Advisors.
Project Coordinator
General Motors
Oct 2014 - Present (10 years 9 months)
Processed manager reviews for advisors and developed, mentored, and motivated a team of new hired employees. Managed complex customer cases to resolution to increase loyalty and retention for GM.
Program Manager
Elmhurst Home Inc.
Sep 2005 - Present (19 years 10 months)
Provided assessments and reports for new clients entering into the program, and created action plans for aftercare post-treatment. Responsible for housing and educational placement for each client.
Project Coordinator
Elmhurst Home Inc.
Oct 2004 - Present (20 years 9 months)
Answered multiple telephone lines, greeted new clients, and determined eligibility. Performed initial assessments upon arrival to the program and processed intake finalization.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Marygrove College
Master's degree of Education, Literacy and Learning
Obtained a Master's degree focusing on Literacy and Learning. This program enhanced skills in educational methodologies and learning processes.
Davenport University
Bachelor’s Degree, BA, Marketing
Completed a Bachelor of Arts with a specialization in Marketing. The curriculum provided a strong foundation in market analysis, consumer behavior, and strategic marketing.
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