Manufacturing Leader with strong experience in design, machining, and metrology for precision parts in highly regulated industries
Successful in leading projects for medical medical device manufacturing to meet print, deliver on time, reduce costs, and minimize inventory on hand
Experienced project manager for development and install of new manufacturing technology; capital planning, timeline, risk mitigation, stakeholder requirements, vendor management
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Lead team of Manufacturing Engineers to identify and execute process improvement projects
Initiated projects to reduce material change time by 50%, reduce changeover by 40%, reduce labor by 50%
Strategically identify new manufacturing technology to meet organizational goals
Responsible for DFM and DFA of new product portfolio
Lead key aspects of product/process design; material selection, process mapping, product tolerance and specification
Work concurrently with New Product Development to improve product specification and process stability through DOE
Championed DFMEA and PFMEA to identify and mitigate risks early in the Project Life Cycle
Led installation of new process development lab; scope, capital , vendor management, equipment IQ, OQ, PQ
Primary contact for key vendors and stakeholders; domestic and international
Demonstrate effective communication across organization; present to VPs, lead meetings for senior managers, collaborate with operators/machinists
Manage production and supply chain activities for $16M business
Implement production plan to ensure finished goods meet print, deliver on time, and at lowest possible cost
Led cross-functional team to improve quality inspection; updated specification, GD&T, and metrology tools
Improved on time delivery from 85% to 97% in 12 months
Reduced working capital by $300K and shortened lead times through implementation of Kanban system
Recognize $120K+ in material savings through strategic purchasing plan
Executed $56K in labor savings through process improvement projects
Perform make vs. buy analysis, provide recommendations for capital expenditures
Established supplier quality and rating system to ensure successful partnership and that company goals are achieved
Leveraged machine shop experience in selecting and negotiating with vendors (machining, dimension and tolerancing)
Managed high profile projects for New Product Introduction; scope, timeline, budget, cost
Identified new vendors for consideration, led make vs buy decisions to outsource work for high tolerance parts
Reduced lead time and cut costs by 50% through design for manufacturability, and standard operating procedures
Led the development of new tools and processes for fabrication of complex assemblies in a highly regulated environment
Directed cross-functional teams from engineering, tooling, purchasing, and production
Maximized machine shop productivity through collaboration and effective scheduling
Improved overall cost of quality through demonstrated knowledge of GD&T and process selection
Extensive hands on experience in machine and fabrication shop
Designed tools for fabrication of metal alloys: laser cutting, waterjet, mill/lathe, hot/cold forming, welding, assembly, final inspection
CNC/CAM programming for laser, waterjet, mill and lathe operations
3-D printing and prototypes
Collaborate with machinists and operators to ensure form, fit, function. GD&T to define tool inspection/validation with CMM
Lead projects for standardization and best practice, poke yoke, ergonomics, ease of use
Presenter - Process Development; Systematic and Data Driven.
Hollister Technical Forum 2020 (800-1000 online attendees)
Introduction of a novel approach to Process Development to streamline Product Life Cycle. Overview of systematic methods and tools for cross-functional New Product Introduction. Presented case studies to demonstrate effective use of SMEs and core competencies of R&D.
Presenter - Catheter Manufacturing with Innovative Methods.
Hollister Technical Forum 2018 (80-100 attendees)
I presented to engineers and technical managers to highlight my work in process development and technology exploration as a key enabler for upcoming New Product Introduction projects.
Awarded “Best in Medicine” – Center for Medical Innovation Competition 2015. University of Utah
Our team was recognized for the innovative development of a laparoscopic device used in minimally invasive tissue removal. Involved in legal documentation, intellectual property, and patent filing. Experience with FDA and GMP requirements.
Recipient of the “Barnes Bravo Award” – Barnes group Inc. 2014
I was personally recognized and awarded by senior management for innovating and streamlining the new product introduction process while working as project manager.
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