Brian Smiley
Cincinnati, Ohio *5236
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EDUCATION:
ITT Technical Institute- Associates of Applied Science Computer Electronics
Engineering Technology (September 2004)
International Society for Six Sigma Certifications: Six Sigma Green Belt May2010
International Society for Six Sigma Certifications: Lean GoldPractitionerMay2010
American Society of Quality: Root Cause & Corrective Action Certificate of
Completion August 2009
Quality Auditing International- ISO 9001: (Process Auditing Certification) July 2007
Hondros College: (Certifications) Master Home Inspection, Commercial Property, New
Home Builds, Basic Home Inspection. 2006
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE:
Quality Control skills: ISO, TS1649, customer audit preparation,internal process
auditing, SOP Document Control, Root Cause Analysis, 5S implementation, GMP,CGMP Pharmaceutical,Statistical analysis,Tier3 PPAP,ASQ training courses,,Raw
materials testing, Knowledge of Six Sigma lean manufacturing principles, continuous
improvement initiatives, process mapping, vendor compliance, Creating spreadsheet
charts via excel and QI macros, SAP applications, Microsoft office/outlook, experience
using micrometers, calipers, spectrometers and various other measuring apparatus .
I’m a versatile individual geared for a career opportunity requiring high levels of drive,
creativity and accountability.
Covidien- Cincinnati, OH. October 2010 –January 2012
Software Tester
Performed effective exploratory, regression and functional testing to identify
software/mechanical defects. Documented test results and reported issues/defects in
accordance with established quality test requirements. Communicated project status and
any complex concerns effectively to team members and stakeholders. Provided input to
solve problems efficiently to streamline testing and quality related issues. Reviewed high
level documentation and provided feedback to determine usability and feasibility for
deliverables. Software Programs executed daily included working with Doors 8.0,Agile
and Microsoft Office.
Graphic Packaging International -Norwood, OH January 2008 – February 2010
Internal Quality Auditor
Assisted in implementing and ensuring compliance of all in process standard operating
procedures. Internal auditing of in plant production processes. Maintained quality
document control within the company database and executed process charting. In process
lean initiatives plant wide via kiazen events, 6s, behavioral based quality implementation
and various other continuous improvement objectives plant wide.
Chester Labs- Cincinnati, OH December 2006- December-2007
Quality Assurance Auditor
Ensured compliance with FDA regulations and CGMP’s within the facility. Tested and
verified incoming raw materials, labeling and finished batch samples within the lab area.
Provided in- process auditing within the production areas to maintain standard operating
procedure compliance. Performed document control within the company database, SPC
charting, process mapping and in plant document review. Executed root cause
analysis/corrective action measures within the quality department.
Dell West Chester, OH January2006-December2006 (Contract employee)
Quality Technician
Performed production quality audits throughout the facility on outgoing product in both
warranty and Ink/Options departments. Maintained daily yield tracking in the company
database and investigated production corrective actions issues.
UBE Automotive Mason, OH June 2003-- November 2005 (Company closed)
Supplier Management/ QC Technician
Performed receiving inspections on outsourced supplier products and commodities for
non conformance criteria. Created spreadsheets, graphs and executed production control
tracking of daily plant yield. Assisted in preparation for 3rd party, customer audits and
vendors offsite. Duties also included: inventory management projects at outside facilities
and managing hourly overtime personnel in completion of quality department projects
within the plant. Lead role in implementing new quality initiatives and standard operating
procedures plant wide.
Reliant Services, Cincinnati, OH September 2001--May 2003
Utility Locator
Located underground utilities for various city service providers/contractors including:
Cinergy, Cincinnati Bell and Time Warner Cable. Operated various electronic locating
equipment with frequent use of blueprints, electrical schematics, natural gas and phone
prints.
Fortec Medical, Cincinnati, Ohio April 2000--August 2001
Laser Technician
Programmed and operated medical laser equipment for physicians during urology and
orthopedic surgical procedures. Ensured that all practices and procedures equipment related
were being followed in the operating room setting. Included but not limited to distribution of
safety equipment to the medical staff and operating room set up pre procedure.