LONNIE E. NULL
Baltimore, Maryland 21206
*********@*****.***
SUMMARY
An IBM manufacturing/chemical/production leader responsible for the
coordination of processes in the areas of printed circuit boards including;
Laminations, Copper Metal Plating, Chemical Analysis, Microscopy,
Metallurgy Lab and Quality Control. Performed Production Management duties
in the aerospace industry (Secret Clearance Privileges) and Supervisory
duties for commercial contractors. With over 26 years of proven abilities
within high-technology manufacturing environments. Possess expertise in the
following functional areas:
* Production Manager
* Production Supervision
* Manufacturing Engineer
* PWB Quality Inspection
* Safety Coordinator
* Security Clearance (Secret)
* Employee Relations
* Performance Evaluations
* Military Specifications
* Micro sectioning
* PWB Blue Prints
* Statistical Process Controls
* Metallurgy Test
* IPC Standards
* First Article Metrology
* Copper Metal Plating
* PTH Failure Analysis
* Knowledge of ISO 9001
* Knowledge of AS 9100
* Chemical Laboratory Processes
* Continuous Flow Manufacturing
* Company/Web Site Photographer
* 5S Coordinator
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Word, Lotus Notes, Lotus 123, Windows 95, 98, NT, XP, Lotus
Freelance, Data entry knowledge of Cold Fusion, SAP, DB2, VM, CCIS, M2M,
Excel. Homestead Web Design, Microsoft Publisher, Image Pro, Metallographic
Imaging, Snazzi.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ZENTECH MANUFACTURING April 2008 - Present
Manufacturing Engineer - Baltimore, MD
* Production floor Engineering.
* Conformal Coating process owner including Polysulfide, Underfill and
Bonding applications for Northrop Grumman assemblies ( PLA's, Cobra Judy
Antenna Systems).
* Write/Rewrite technical assembly instructions using digital images so
that the production floor can be more efficient at assembling circuit
boards.
* Develop labor quotes to support sales of new products.
* Follow-up production of current products, and engineering changes.
* Create process flow routings for use in production.
* Implement engineering changes into production documentation as required.
* Set-up and document operational procedures for equipment.
* Train and over see new Technicians on new work procedures.
* Work with the Engineering team on improving assembly techniques.
* Help develop new work instructions for the production floor.
* Contact vendors to design fixtures or tools for production use.
* Research and purchase equipment needed to help increase productivity.
* Interpret blue prints and BOMs for the production user.
* Communicate effectively issues that may have to be corrected.
COBHAM Defense Electronic Systems (Nurad Technologies, Inc.) January 2007 -
January 2008
Production Manager - Baltimore, MD
* Sensor & Antenna Systems Assembly/Machine Shop Manager.
* Responsible for the OTD of military contracts.
* Responsible for the Irridite plating line.
* Supervise, advise and resolve employee issues on a daily basis.
* Use 5S and Lean Manufacturing tools to help streamline the manufacturing
flow.
* Participate in monthly budgeting meetings with other managers.
* Report to the Director of Operations on a daily basis.
* Write Purchase Orders for equipment needed.
to keep parts and machines in good working order.
* Evaluate employee performances, hire and terminate.
* Initiated a BIQ (Built in Quality) program were employees
evaluate and inspect there own processes saving time and improving yields.
* Received Security Clearance privileges.
* Participate in on going management classes (Bullet Proof Management).
* Leadership Skills & Style Development Certificate.
PACE WORLDWIDE, Oct. 2005 - December 2006
Annapolis Junction, MD
* Production Supervisor for Solder Equipment Corporation in the Plating
Department.
* Responsible for customer demands and delivering quality
* Responsible for the plating line (Iron, Electroless Ni )
product in proposed turn-around time by overseeing entire process.
* Maintain all employee records: appraisals, direction,
scheduling, personnel issues, interview to hiring and termination as
needed
* Troubleshoot, hands on process, employee training and certification.
* Address ISO 9001 and Safety Concerns.
* Attend Production Meetings and report directly to the Director of
Manufacturing.
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION, Nov. 2004 to Oct. 2005
PWB Quality Inspector specialist - Owego, NY
* Perform same duties as when employed by IBM
IBM CORPORATION (Now EIT), 1982 to Nov. 2004
Senior Laboratory Technician Specialist, 1998 to 2004 - Endicott, NY
* Perform printed circuit board cross section inspections and
testing of metallurgy against "Institute for
Printed Circuits (IPC Class 2 and 3) Standards".
* Ensure conformance to Certificate of Compliance (COC) specifications.
* Conduct various printed circuit board testing:
Cross sectioning (using Struers/Leco polishing and grinding
equipment); Instron testing (to measure tensile strength);
CITC electrical test (assess circuit strength);
microscope measurements (gold, copper and nickel analysis);
digital imaging technology;
solder ability testing; Plug Gauges; Micrometer measuring tools.
* Execute First Article Metrology (FAM) to verify
measurements of panel and chips per customer blueprints using Micro Vue
instrumentation.
* Communicate with Quality and Mechanical Engineering
concerning quality issues regarding design integrity, failures and changes.
* Participate in daily technical meetings with focus on production
requirements.
* Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) standards using an ETSS program.
Production Supervisor/Lead Department Technician, 1995 to 1998
* Supervised production and technical training of 15 to 20
technicians in a high tech/high volume (Electroless) copper plating line.
* Managed work flow to meet production priorities;
coordinated line troubleshooting and maintenance of 10
computer-controlled machines; focused on the optimization
of productivity; initiated actions to minimize down-time.
Achieved "Metal Plater" certification and operated various plating
equipment.
* Coordinated chemical laboratory operations involving basic
analysis of chemical baths utilized in plating processes;
collaborated with chemical engineers regarding specifications and failure
analysis.
* Operated and coordinated maintenance of a wide range of
laboratory equipment such as: spectrophotometers, pH
meters, Cyclic Voltametric Stripping (CVS) Atomic
Absorption and automated titrators;
monitored the execution of appropriate laboratory processes
and handling of chemicals; maintained Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
* Verified and analyzed printed circuit board defects and defect sources.
* Evaluated products of a new chemical vendor;
conducted tests, reported data results and made recommendations.
* Participated in manpower planning, hiring and personnel
evaluations; maintained training records; addressed employee personnel
issues.
* Responsible for "ISO 9001" staff training and copper plating process
compliance.
Production Operator, 1982 to 1998
Performed various lead functions in machine operations
throughout a 16-year period; trained operators, controlled
workflow and quality, coordinated maintenance and repairs.
Operated lamination/composite equipment and highly complex treater tower
systems.
EDUCATION
Advertising, Design, Photography and Graphic
Arts - Mohawk Valley Community College, Utica, NY
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Security Clearance
Electronic Testing Support System
Knowledge of Six Sigma Alpha
Continuous Flow Manufacturing
Bullet Proof Management
Statistical Process Control
Leadership Skills & Style Development
(The LEAD Institute)