Springboard Manufacturing
Kevin Chafey has a diverse range of work experience. Kevin started their career as an Instructor at the Sacramento State Aquatic Center, where they gained experience in water and boating safety instruction. Kevin then worked as a Credit Coordinator at New Start Credit Consulting before moving on to Northern California Injection Molding, Inc, where they served as a Manufacturing Engineer and Project Manager. Kevin joined Aerojet Rocketdyne as a Quality Engineer before transitioning to their current role at Springboard Manufacturing. At Springboard Manufacturing, Kevin has held various positions including Project Manager, General Manager, Vice President of Operations, and currently, they serve as the VP of Commercial Development and Customer Engagement. Overall, Kevin Chafey brings a wealth of experience in operations and project management to their current role.
Kevin Chafey obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno between 2004 and 2009.
Springboard Manufacturing
Springboard Manufacturing produces high volume, quality-consistent custom molded products. We are aware of today's time compressed market requirements and ever changing supply demands. We remain adaptable, growing when necessary to meet the needs of our customers. Our goal is to become an integral and reliable extension of your own facility by offering value additions, cost efficiency, and reliable on-time delivery of your product. Markets Served: Springboard Manufacturing has an excellent and diversified customer base, and provides injection molded parts to the following industries: • Automotive • Communications • Custom Eyewear • Electronics • Healthcare Value Added Service: We add a greater value to our services by utilizing the latest technologies available in manufacturing methods, equipment, and software solutions. • Lean Manufacturing • Extensive Kanban experience • IQMS ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software system • In-process Quality Control and Product Testing • Manufacturing/Procurement partnerships • Precision Assembly of multiple components • Insert Molding and Over-Molding • Special Packaging • Mold Design and Mold Making Qualifications: Springboard Manufacturing is a quality leader. Our modern facility and experienced management team add to the following qualifications: • ISO 9001:2008 UL certification (Quality Management Standards) • SPI membership (Society of the Plastics Industry) • AIAG certified supplier (Automotive Industry Action Group) • APICS certified staff (Association for Operations Management) • Scientific Molding certified staff (Scientific Molding for Six Sigma) • 70,550 square foot facility • Dedicated Class 100,000 (ISO Class 8) Clean Room • 29 Injection Molding Presses ranging from 40 to 500 Ton • Press Availability • Ability to maintain Competitive Pricing • Over 100 Dedicated Employees