Edward J. Bartnicki

**** ****** ***** ****, **** Seneca, New York 14224

716-***-****- E-mail acv5p4@r.postjobfree.com

Objective:

Develop a quality cross-functional team and will be responsible for direction, planning and execution of manufacturing operations. Support the company’s quality strategy by contributing to the company’s manufacturing efforts through collaboration and experience, while establishing procurement, production, order management, and customer quality techniques and processes. Established department goals and identified cost saving opportunities in production processes and material purchasing.

Summary of Qualification:

A experienced Quality Assurance Manager with strong work ethic and organizational skills, thorough attention-to-detail work habits, company goals, accountability and results-oriented standards, thorough knowledge of ISO 9001 quality system requirements, and understanding of Six Sigma process improvement tools and methodologies (PPAP, Process Flow, PFMEA & Control Plans) capability studies, control planning, 8D's, 5 why’s, Gage R&R, etc).

Professional Experience

ITT Enidine- Orchard Park, NY 12/10/12 to present

Quality Assurance Engineer/Supervisor – AS9100, ISO 9001

As the lead quality engineer, I developed and implemented the Quality Manufacturing Plans (APQP) for new our customer Bell Helicopter. (QPS 300 (Vendor and Customer Audits). Customer contact for discrepant product issues.

Work with Manufacturing and Design Engineering departments to develop quality documents, inspection/test criteria and measurement systems for raw materials in-process and finished goods during product development.

As lead engineer with major aerospace projects, maintain tooling and instrument calibration schedules and oversee calibration methods. Also, developed and improved quality testing procedures, developing [rpcedures to improve quality of the product, performing root cause analysis, and ensuring that the product meets the quality standards.

Auditing Experience:

Perform internal and external Supplier Audits: developed, performed and scheduled, reviews, wrap-up reporting.

Determined root causes for internal and customer failures using investigative methods and recommend changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods.

Assists in Supplier Corrective Action (SCAR) including root cause analysis and development/management of action plans to minimize risk of non-conformances.

Responsible for implementing preventive/corrective actions to solve non-conformance Aerospace/Industrial issues to achieve customer satisfaction. Performing internal auditing, verification of plans and writing test reports.

Developed and initiated production standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation.

Evaluated inspection process and test data involving production processes and finished product performance to ensure compliance to applicable specifications.

Tectran Manufacturing, Inc., NY 05/16/11 to 08/22/12

Quality Manager - ISO 9001/2008/TS16949

Developed and managed quality, processes and procedures to assure compliance to customer requirements and trucking industry specifications (SAE) and ISO 9001 international standards.

Developed and implemented a New Product Development Program, which resulted in a reduction of product errors.

Improved and maintained the supply systems to ensure that’s quality parts are delivered and also identified risk.

ISO 9001 Internal auditor: Lead the auditing for internal and supplier quality audits, including preparation, investigation, reporting and follow-up to ensure compliance to the system requirements.

Developed several systems;

Measurement tooling calibration system

Developed and Implemented receiving inspection program

Approve selection of new suppliers and add to Approved Supplier List

Issue Supplier Corrective Action Reports (SCARs) and follow-up by supplier audits

• Developed and implmented several new programs, Lean/6S program, Internal Audit Program, Corrective / Preventive Action Program, PPAP ( 5 Why’s) which has identified and elimnated the repeatable root causes.

Provided quality manufacturing training for new special processes (soldering, inspecting, root cause anaylsis)

Goodyear Dunlop Tires Company - Contract 10/11/10 to 05/15/11

Plant Product Quality Specialist

Working knowledge of tire manufacturing processes, rubber mixing, tires building, extruding, calendaring and curing.

Interfaced with Customers regarding quality control issues or non-conformances.

Resolved and applied the appropriated resolution to manufacturing equipment and product. Internal Customer Audits.

Tested and inspected products at during manufacturing process from the build to curing stage.

Developed, documented and communicated procedure changes as needed to improve manufacturing and quality of products. Participated in ISO 9001/TS 16949 audits.

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Niagara LaSalle - Steel-Manufacturing 01/15/08 to 05/28/09

ISO 9001 Corporate Quality Coordinator – ISO 9001/ TS16949

Managed and Implemented 4 plant ISO 9001Quality System, including ISO procedures to ensure everyday manufacturing operation was conducive to a quality product. Lead Auditor for Vendor and Customer Audits.

As company lead certified auditor, lead certification and re-certification audits of ISO 9001/TS16949.

Tested and trained quality manufacturing personnel as Quality Inspector and Auditor positions.

Developed and Implemented corrective/preventive procedures, the preparation and analyzing of product problems.

Developed and motivated the Internal Audit cost-effective alternatives improvements, while monitoring adherence to policies and procedures. Developed plant training quality functions and process oriented training.

Eliminated 15% of the organizational waste by reorganizing the process flow, and implementing Standard Operating Procedures to secure and maintain the status of the facility.

Reduced Raw Material cost by $650,000 by collecting SPC data, improving dies and evaluating specification limits.

Supported Quality (Sigma) Engineers with six sigma project implementation and irreversible corrective actions (RRCA) for quality problems and institutionalizing quality improvements.

Established an inventory control system for all parts and finished products at a 10% annual savings.

Developed and facilitated continuous improvement and cost reduction projects, which reduced the scrap rate by 20% and resulted in reducing the customer returned goods from to 5.5% to 2.5%.

Directed the 6S clean-up work area project, which resulted in reducing injuries and increased safety awareness.

Motorola –Continental Automotive Industry 8/15/07 to 1/10/08

Quality Engineer/Supervisor Contract TS-16949

Supervised all production (assemble) activities of P2RT (plastic) sensor production lines to eliminate defects.

Lead internal quality audits or resolved internal quality procedure and product problems.

Participated in safety processes and undertake projects to improve process safety.

Sound knowledge of qualification standards, product validation techniques, and root cause analysis.

Created, maintained and improved the Quality Manual, Quality Procedures and Inspection Work Instructions.

Recommend the purchase of products and qualified suppliers.

Recommended root causes and implemented Corrective action for processes.

Managed several projects: 807and Sylgard Process, which included the redesigning and restructuring of the final inspection/packaging department. This project reduced the customer return rate by 3.5%.

Audited production lines for Ford Motor Company visit – Updated work instructions, process control plans.

Gaymar Industries – Contract - ISO 9001/13485, FDA 10/24/06 to 08/10/07.

Quality Engineer/Incoming Material Supervisor

Ensured that all product validation documentation meets external and internal regulations and requirements. Provided document review and approval for Processes, Equipment and Analytical validation.

Performed Risk Assessments. Developed and implemented product electronic validation-related testing.

Participated in the creation of a team based environment, promoting candor, collaboration, receptivity, clarity of purpose and goals, and high commitment to achieve business goals.

Improved Asian vendor (plastic -PET) program, which reduced product costs and increased product quality.

Used failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) to identifying all possible failures in a design, a product or service.

Moog, Inc., Plant 24 – Contract AS9100 8/01/05 to 10/20/06

Engineering Technician

Repaired, qualified and calibrated units according to work instruction and maintained all documentation.

Developed standard testing procedures and identifying techniques of improving product quality

Maintained all paperwork related to calibration, equipment manual and repair procedures.

McGard, Inc – Automotive Industry 11/01/02 to 7/15/05

Quality Control Inspection/Technician - TS 16949

Performed visual inspections on incoming materials and review final products.

Developed and implemented product testing methods and procedures for disposition of discrepant.

Quality testing of raw materials, verification of label claims (example: net weight), checking cap quality.

Worked closely with production team to coordinate documentation and quality activities and plant audits

Maintained all paperwork related to calibration, equipment manual and repair procedures.

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INGRAM MICRO 01/00 to 06/01

Supervisor of Desktop Support Manager (East)

Managed all Desktop computer systems and software testing to minimize potential system failures.

Tested, debugged, documented electronic components and installed new software programs.

Translated written specifications for new software program changes into specific software testing scripts.

Supervised repair service and helpdesk technicians client’s problems are solved.

Worked with vendors to ensure that all products meet required customer’s specifications.

Generated and process Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) that originated from Suppliers

Issued Supplier Corrective Action Reports (SCARs) and follow-up with supplier audits

Approved selection of new suppliers and add to Approved Supplier List

Implemented and Monitored receiving inspection procedures.

Hooper Handling/Raymond Corporation 04/97 – 10/99

Manufacturing Engineer/ Service Manager

Analyzed work force utilization, facility layout and data that reduced production cost and increased process flow.

Directed and performed inspections to ensure compliance with established welding procedures and standards.

Analyzed product data and developed product solutions according to industry standards. DC motor function

Provided technical support to manufacturing, and engineering during design and implementation of modifications.

Increased Pacer production by 23% by reducing waste and increasing line efficiency.

Worked with vendor and develop product inspections procedures, which reduced defective parts rate by 18%.

Implemented the ongoing maintenance and servicing of the all customers’ and shop lift trucks.

Supervised the technical service repair team members (12);

Coordinated necessary training for department team members; coached and motivated team member promoted positive team member relations and provide a team-oriented work environment.

Al Tech Specialty Steel Corporation - 03/96 to 04/97

Manufacturing/Industrial Engineer

Developed and implemented departmental strategies and policies that delivered quality improvements in products and productivity. ISO 9001 and TS 16949 environment.

Developed testing procedures and recommended appropriate materials that reduced operational cost by 10 % and implemented process improvements for Centerless Grinders and Round Bar Straightness.

Reduced the mobile equipment fleet cost by 22 % and implemented two programs: leased vehicles and diesel power vehicles versus propane vehicles. AC and DC motor function.

Developed controls for identified hazards. Coordinate the implementation of controls from results of hazard analysis. Measured and evaluated the effectiveness of the hazard control system, policies, and procedures and recommend changes that reflect improved opportunities to eliminate work place accidents and injuries

Established effective quality control and associated risk medical management plans. ISO 9001/TS16949

Participates in MRB review of nonconforming products; recommends disposition and corrective actions.

Implemented methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials by utilizing concepts such as SPC analyze, restructuring job duties, reorganizing work flow and improving work instructions and production equipment efficiency.

Globe International, Inc. 10/93 to 03/96

Supervisor/Engineer, Quality Control, Safety ISO 9001

Responsible for the quality management system, which included developing and implementing departmental strategies and policies that delivered quality improvements in products and productivity.

Developed and implemented production strategies that delivered productivity improvements, reduced lead times and defective returns.

Conducted testing that included the development, monitoring and periodical testing of all belting (textile) splicing processes and assemble procedures for Buffalo service center.

Developed and implemented improved product packaging.

Developed new vendors through a suppliers continuous development program, which resulted in developing new and more compatible adhesive and polypropylene film.

Supervised and engineered several projects, such as improved the strength of belt splices and development of new splices which resulted in $3.4 million revenue.

Developed, monitored, and conducted quality and safety training programs in Buffalo and St. Louis service centers, which decreased defective return products by 5 % and increased on time shipments by 2.5 %.

Assisted customers with technical support in troubleshooting product or application problems.

Education

State University College, Buffalo, NY

Bachelor of Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology - Electronic Option (1990) - GPA: 3.1 - Dean's List

Erie Community College - South, Orchard Park, NY

Associate in Applied Science, Computer Repair Technology (Hardware - Electronic) (1987) - GPA: 3.85

Ingram Micro Leadership Certificate Programs, Williamsville, NY

Conflict Resolution, Understanding Others, Foundation of Management Certifications

Jamestown Community College, Jamestown, NY

Supervisory Training, Total Quality Management

Six Sigma Champion Training

QAI Lead Audit Certification

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Windows 95,98,2000, Windows Network 98, Microsoft Office 2000 Professional

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