Quality Assurance Manager
Resume:
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Tempe, AZ 85282
Summary of Qualifications
Extensive hands on experience, sound judgment and diversified experience in
all aspects of Quality Assurance and Manufacturing Management and
Operations.
Extremely proficient at interpreting and applying engineering blueprints,
quality standard, specifications, flight directives, IPC 610/NHB 5300
Standards and MIL- SPEC/STDS.
Extensive experience with Qualification, Maintenance and Implementation of
ISO9001:2008, AS 9100 Rev C, ISO13485 (Medical), ISO14001 (Environmental)
and FAR 145 Procedures and Standards and ITAR Compliance Requirements.
Trained in the methods of Six Sigma (not certified). ASQC certified
CQE/CQM.
Education:
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering,
Arizona State University, Phoenix, AZ. 1996
Associates of Applied Science, Electronics Technology.
Community College of the Air Force. 1984
Military Experience:
US Air Force
F-16 Crew Chief
Honorable discharge, 1984
Experience:
Quality Engineering Manager, Benchmark Electronics
Tempe, AZ (Current)
Benchmark Electronics is a cutting edge contract manufacturer. My
responsibilities include the start-up of a mirror division on the island of
Penang Malaysia and Guaymas Mexico to support our Medical Manufacturing
Contracts as well as prototype machining of plastic, metals, and complete
assemblies for the Semiconductor Industry. Involved in all aspects of New
Prototype Introduction from design to delivery, this includes Rapid
Prototype Machine Center. Responsible SQE for 17 Class "A" Suppliers
requiring extensive on-site audits.
Quality Assurance Manager, Applied Companies.
28020 Ave Stanford
Valencia, CA 91355 (5/08 to 3/11)
Applied Companies manufactures ECU's, Chillers and Generators for the use
in military defense systems. Current programs include JLENS, THAAD, L3
Phoenix and HELDT among others. Responsibilities include direct interface
with our prime contractors and Direct Government employees. Responsible
for training Prime Contractors as well as military personnel the operation
and maintenance of high technology equipment
Required to create, verify and implement required quality system documents
as well as technical and training manuals for Customers and the Government.
Created an internal audits system in accordance with ISO / AS Standards and
trained four internal auditors. Report on all Quality Issues and Trends.
Perform all root cause analysis both internal and external. Implement and
maintain an accurate Supplier Database.
Quality Assurance Manager, Da-Pro Rubber/Plastics, Inc.
28635 N. Braxton Ave.
Valencia, CA, 3/02 to 5/08 (Company relocated)
Manage all aspects of the quality system for a High Quality Rubber/Plastic
Part Manufacturing facility. Responsible for GMP, UL, FDA, ITAR compliance
and ISO 9001:2000 and ISO13485 qualification and certifications. Completed
initial ISO Compliance audit for Da-Pro with zero findings. Promptly handle
all customer issues and complaints. Implement zero defect plans and quality
improvement plans. Established and maintain internal and external audit
system. Manage all training requirements. Managed 35 employees including
two engineers and a full management support for a Plastics injection
facility in Newburyport, MA.
Director of Quality, Triumph Components Group
Phoenix, AZ. 7/96 to 3/02 (Division closed Phoenix operations)
FAA Repair Station # -S7FR500J, JAA Q02R116L,
Responsible for all aspects of the quality system including engineering,
P.O. Review, Internal audits, MRB teams, Supplier Surveillance and multiple
system improvements.
Team leader for the Implementation of ISO procedures and audits.
Supervise 4 Quality Managers, twelve Dimensional Inspectors, and two NDT
Inspectors.
Responsible for the divisions of heat treat, metal spray, machine shop,
hydorform and FAA repair station for Rolls Royce, Pratt-Whitney, Bell
Helicopters.
Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of all NADCAP
certifications.
Initiator and team member on a multitude process improvement plans in
effect.
Maintain the ISO 9002, AS9000 and D1-9000 Quality Ratings.
Senior Quality Engineer, Honeywell Space Station Systems Division,
(Contractor)
Glendale, AZ. 2/94 to 7/96
Perform detail audits of plans and procedures to assure compliance of
customer and divisional requirements. Team member responsible for
qualifying Honeywell for McDonald Douglas Green Audit. Perform detail
level inspections of Printed Wire Boards and Circuit Card Assemblies, as
well as incoming and receiving inspections. Responsible for compliance with
all ESD requirements. Certified to NHB 5300. Member of Material Review
Board.
Quality Assurance, Lead Inspector, Northrop Grumman B-2 Division
Palmdale, CA. 1990 to 1994
Conducted and documented dimensional, Pre/Post flight, visual and corrosion
inspections as well as functional and operational to support final assembly
and flightline checkout of the B-2 Bomber. Ensure strict compliance with
specifications, quality standards and manufacturing plans. Member of
Material Review Board for disposition and repair of non-conforming
articles. Performed installation and testing of all flight controls, fuel
systems, egress and powerplants.
Heavy Structure Mechanic, Northrop Advanced Systems Division
Pico Rivera, CA. 1987 to 1990
Responsible for Research and Development on all structures and systems
relating to the forward center section on the B-2 Stealth Bomber. Certified
in structure, pnuedraulic and electrical systems. Proficient in the
manufacturing and assembly of composite flight controls.
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