QUALITY ENGINEER Resume Example Laserage Technology Corporation

QUALITY ENGINEER

Skills

❖ Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Yellow Belt and Lean Leadership Trained with Broad-Ranging Background in FDA, CAPA, ISO13485/9001, FAI, PPAP, and PFMEA standards. ❖ Directed the Successful Coordination Efforts in Obtaining ISO 9001 Certification.

Professional Experience

QUALITY ENGINEER
April 2013 to CurrentLaserage Technology Corporation － Waukegan, IL

Laserage specializes in precision tube cutting, laser scribing, machining, drilling, welding, and other custom laser job shop services for the medical, aerospace and microelectronics industries.
Responsible for fully supporting the Quality Policy by building quality into all aspects of the incumbent's work and by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.
Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and corrective and preventive actions designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements.
Provide technical guidance and training to engineering and manufacturing employees in statistical analysis techniques, sampling techniques, experimental design and other QA Engineering areas of expertise.
Participates as leader or resource in validations applicable to processes such as IQ, OQ and PQ.
Perform installation qualification and Gage R&R studies on IMTE using Minitab software.
Evaluate and recommend QA sampling plans based on desired confidence limits, process capabilities, and manufacturing/inspection methods and equipment using such software as Minitab.
Leads in customer audits and internal audits.
Conducts trainings and periodic reviews on Quality Systems procedures.

SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER
April 2012 to March 2013GE Transportation － Darien, WI

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad industry Quality Control Plan and Inspection and Test Plan Execution including but not limited to the following:
Responsible for inspection, test sign offs, idenfication of NCM and approvals of all phases of the GENSET process. Work with suppliers to develop continuous improvement initiatives.
Facilitates the scheduling and witnessing of testing as well as auditing. (in-process and final)
Development and/or partner with the supplier for the development of processes/procedures/quality systems
Conduct Training - IPC 610 Standards for supplier readiness
Facilitation of project reviews as needed with GET engineering and/or GET upper management.
Secondary responsibility: Support supplier quality engineer in obtaining information from M&S suppliers for qualification purposes (NCI). (2nd tier suppliers)
Collaborate with the supplier on the development of components such as: Alternators, engines, radiators, switchgears, transformers, neutral ground resistors, load banks, motor control centers etc.
Assist with design for manufacturability by working with Product Engineering and suppliers to review/modify tolerances/specifications.

QUALITY CONTROL ADMINISTRATOR
April 2011 to April 2012EVERBRITE － South Milwaukee, WI

A designer and manufacturer of point-of-purchase signs, displays, and outdoor identity.
Oversee the development of an interactive APQP program based on the New Product Introduction (NPI) process with active involvement through coordination of such processes.
Team with external suppliers and vendors to establish and maintain satisfactory levels of quality of purchased finished parts and raw materials.
Conducts initial evaluation of the programs and efforts of new suppliers. Provides continual feedback and guidance to existing suppliers assuring that quality levels are maintained. Derrick Hodges ◆ Resume ◆ 262.748.3063 (C) ◆ dhodges3495@gmail.com ◆
Facilitates extensive training to plant personnel in Lean and 6S; assist in development of each employee's quality control recognition and delivery skills.
Collaborate with internal manufacturing, engineering, customer service, and purchasing teams to support desired production and quality control outcomes. Implemented corrective action investigations, and responded to stakeholder quality concerns utilizing the 7-step problem solving methodology.
Coordinated with all levels of staff in the audit and revision of business practices and processes.
A member of the business planning team for a launch of the next generation McDonalds' store design. Coordinate with McDonalds, Sherwin Williams and Fiberdome for validation and approvals with equipment, signage, and paint schemes.
Assists in the identification of value engineering and process improvements that result in cost reduction opportunities.

QUALITY AND SAFETY COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR
March 2010 to April 2011THE LASER SHOP － Germantown, WI

A metal fabricator offering laser cutting, water jet cutting, forming, certified welding (MIG, TIG, stud, and spot welding).
Actively involved in all aspects of Safety Committee activities. Conducted investigations of accidents and near misses determining root cause. Recommend corrective actions regarding processes, materials, or training.
Performed daily shop tours checking for housekeeping and observed employees for potential unsafe work practices. Took immediate action to resolve any issues as needed.
Collaborated with management, engineering and production staff in ISO 9001 compliance issues. Served as point of contact on BSI and major client quality audits.
Inspected products for physical measurements, materials and appearance in accordance with applicable standards. Assisted in product shipping and transportation efforts.

QUALITY TECHNICIAN/MRB COORDINATOR
November 2009 to March 2010CARDIAC SCIENCE － Deerfield, WI

Employing over 550 worldwide the company is a manufacturer of diagnostic and therapeutic cardiology products.
Performed troubleshooting and investigation of electronic devices to the component level in accordance with established company and FDA standards. Utilize standard electrical and electronic equipment to perform analysis.
Played a key role in continuous improvements efforts, quality initiatives, supplier planning, business planning, and training needs.
Served as a Facilitator on the Material Review Board. Coordinated activities with the Production Lead, Production Manager, Purchasing, Engineering, and Quality Manager to determine disposition such as scrap or rework.

QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR
May 2001 to August 2009PHILIPS HEALTHCARE － Pewaukee, WI

A part of Philips Electronics the company sells imaging systems, clinical-care systems, and healthcare IT solutions.
Responsible for maintaining and deploying all policies and procedures for production and process controls. Ensured procedures were current and deployed to the appropriate staff. Maintained policies for compliance with ISO 13485.
Performed supplier audits reviewing manufacturing and quality processes and adherence to same. Checked material specifications and calibration records. Reviewed results with internal management and the vendor communicating corrective measures and an appropriate timeline for compliance.
Actively participated on the Validation and Analysis Team in the introduction of new components, materials, or processes.
Trained employees in electronic standards including IPC610 and J-STD 001.
Served as the member of the Quality Steering Committee leading the production team in the identification of non-compliance and submission of corrective actions for resolution.
Directed program efforts for improving first time yields of products. Delivered an 86% increase in yield within the first six months after program implementation.
Tracked trends and analyzed data. Developed and executed CAPAs for process improvement.

Education and Training

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION : Project Management, 2012KELLER GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT － Waukesha, WI, USMASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - Project Management 2012 KELLER GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT Waukesha, WI

BACHELOR : BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, 2008UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX － Brookfield, WI, USBACHELOR IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 2008 UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX Brookfield, WI

CUSTOMER SERVICE, 2009MILWAUKEE AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE － Milwaukee, WI, USCALL CENTER CUSTOMER SERVICE 2009 MILWAUKEE AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE Milwaukee, WI

Certificate : ELECTRO MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY, 1995GATEWAY TECHNICAL COLLEGE － Kenosha, WI, USELECTRO MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY 1995 GATEWAY TECHNICAL COLLEGE Kenosha, WI CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Internal Auditor Certificate

Certificate : Lean Leadership TrainingYellow Belt Lean Six Sigma Certificate Lean Leadership Training Certificate ASQ and IPC Memberships Computer and Technical Proficiencies Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Project, Visio), MRP, AutoCAD, Solid Works, SAP, Minitab, Windows Operating Systems. Community Reinvestment Big Brother/ Big Sister Mentor, Breast Walk Co-Organizer, Food Drives, Prison Ministry, Food Server for the Homeless Shelter.

Certifications

Certified Internal Auditor CAPA ASQ ❖ Directed the Successful Coordination Efforts in Obtaining ISO 9001 Certification. Internal Auditor Certificate Yellow Belt Lean Six Sigma Certificate Lean Leadership Training Certificate

Skills

Audits, Process Controls, Quality Control, Iso, Calibration, Healthcare, Imaging, Imaging Systems, Increase, Process Improvement, Quality Processes, Short-term Disability, Solutions, Std, Steering, Supplier Audits, Training, Laser, Welding, Engineer, Inspection, Quality Engineer, Minitab, Aerospace, Exceed, Experimental Design, Gage R&r, Internal Audits, Leads, Machining, Microelectronics, Qa, Qa Engineering, Sampling, Statistical Analysis, Business Planning, Buying/procurement, Purchasing, Ipc, Customer Service, Receptionist, Retail Sales, Bsi, Housekeeping, Mig, Shipping, Spot Welding, Ac/dc Motor, Alternators, Auditing, Continuous Improvement, Design Product, Engines, Motor Control, Product Engineering, Radiators, Railroad, Scheduling, Supplier Quality, Supplier Quality Engineer, Test Plan, Testing, Apqp, Audit, Corrective Action, Cost Reduction, New Product Introduction, Npi, Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Capa, Cert. Internal Auditor, Certified Internal Auditor, Cia, Corrective And Preventive Action, Pfmea, Ppap, Cardiology, Fda, Quality Manager, Therapeutic, Project Management, Call Center Customer, Call Center Customer Service, Business Management, Access, Asq, Autocad, Excel, Food Server, Mentor, Microsoft Office, Mrp, Ms Office, Outlook, Powerpoint, Sap, Six Sigma, Six-sigma, Solid Works, Visio, Word

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Laserage Technology Corporation
GE Transportation
EVERBRITE
THE LASER SHOP
CARDIAC SCIENCE
PHILIPS HEALTHCARE

School Attended

KELLER GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
MILWAUKEE AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
GATEWAY TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Job Titles Held:

QUALITY ENGINEER
SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER
QUALITY CONTROL ADMINISTRATOR
QUALITY AND SAFETY COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR
QUALITY TECHNICIAN/MRB COORDINATOR
QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR

Degrees

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION : Project Management , 2012
BACHELOR : BUSINESS MANAGEMENT , 2008
CUSTOMER SERVICE , 2009
Certificate : ELECTRO MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY , 1995
Certificate : Lean Leadership Training

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