Matthew Watson

**** ** *** ** *******, AB T*E *S*

acaxu2@r.postjobfree.com – (C) 587-***-****

Objective

To obtain a full time position in the field of mechanical engineering that will challenge me and

allow me to transfer my professional skills and experiences to new applicable work .

Qualifications Profile

Manufacturing Process Knowledge: W orked directly with manufacturing processes as a

Quality Engineer and Manufacturing Engineer for Stamping, Hydroforming, Mandrel CNC Tube

Bending, Laser Cutting and various Assembly techniques. I also have knowledge with lean

manufacturing ergonomics and customer/supplier relations regarding part quality and function.

Process Documentation Control: Oversaw numerous process control documents including

operation standards, quality fixture instructions, control plans, PQCT’s, developed process control

limits, part and assembly drawings, customer drawings and requirements.

Problem Identification and Analysis: Through my work experiences I was required to complete

tear downs of assemblies for investigation, perform root cause analysis, lead design changes to

satisfy customer requirements and improve fit and function of assembly components. I was also

required to identify and quantify problem areas of parts by utilizing advanced measurement tools

such as CMM data and Faro Arm Scan data. Problems were also identified through various forms

of data acquisition.

Computer Program Capabilities: Trained and utilized 3D modeling software Autodesk Inventor

and AutoCAD through schooling and co-op experiences. Proficient with PC operating systems

along with Microsoft Office programs such as Word, PowerPoint and E xcel.

Key Strengths: Extensive and transferable knowledge of manufacturing processes through my

full time work, co-op experiences and through the education I received at Georgian College.

Education

Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – Automotive Manufacturing (2011).

Georgian College, Barrie Ontario.

Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School – Grade 12 Diploma (2008).

Ottawa, ON

Associate Member, Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists

(OACETT), 2011

Experience Highlights

Quality Engineering, September 2012 to October 2013

F&P Manufacturing, Tottenham, Ontario – Tier 1 Automotive Parts Supplier

Responsible for final part quality of multiple manufacturing processes including Stamping,

Hydroforming, Laser Cutting and Tube Bending. These processes produced parts for subframes,

suspension and various other structural automotive components. Acquired detailed experience

regarding quality production issues. Managed all quality proc esses used by production including

process control and quality documents as well as all quality tools used for verifying components.

Implemented product design changes to satisfy customer and process requirements.

Quality Engineering, January 2012 to September 2012

Magna Closures - Dortec, Bradford, Ontario - Tier 1 Automotive Parts Supplier

Gained knowledge on regular QE duties including documentation such as PQCT’s, control plans

and developed process control limits. Lead advanced troubleshooting activities to ensure

production continued on multiple assembly lines by use of detailed data acquisition and applying

knowledge of process variables and resultant outputs. Required to work with and maintain

customer/supplier relations to ensure timely changes and modifications when necessary.

Manufacturing Engineer, September 2011 to December 2011

Magna Closures - Dortec, Newmarket, Ontario – Tier 1 Automotive Parts Supplier

Completed ME tasks such as improving processes, efficiency and safety by designing and

modifying tooling in work cells. Updated and managed a database for operator instruction sheets.

Manufacturing Engineer, January 2010 to April 2010

Linamar Corporation, Guelph, Ontario – Tier 1 Automotive Parts Supplier

Worked extensively alongside a Manufacturing Engineer and a Quality Engineer reviewing part

and process drawings and documentation. Worked with operators to improve work station

ergonomics and safety.

Defect Investigator, May 2009 to August 2009

Transport Canada, Ottawa, Ontario

Conducted studies and testing regarding part failure. Performed detailed analysis on part failure.

Managed customer concerns and complaints.

References

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