Sunny Thomas
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Quality Assurance, Material Planning & Procurement
Seasoned, analytical, and results-driven procurement manager with an
impressive track record of progressive growth and experience in the
coordination and execution of corporate procurement and sourcing strategy
development. Proven expertise in utilizing a fact-based, process-oriented
approach towards reaching aggressive goals in support of cost, profit,
customer service, and organizational objectives.
. Accomplished, multilingual professional with 24-years of progressive
and significant experience in manufacturing, technology development
and operations management.
. Strong analysis, planning, organizational, and team-building abilities
with effective problem resolution and relationship management skills
that produce positive results.
. Highly successful team leader with solid reputation for leading teams
to consistent growth and productivity and develop effective plans for
meeting required timelines and high critical thinking/reasoning
ability.
. Proven record of working with internal and external cross functional
teams to ensure business alignment.
. Possesses the skills and experience vital to driving business growth,
capitalizing on new production potential and technologies, and manage
all aspects of daily operations and workflows.
. Expert oral, written communication and computer skills.
Areas of Expertise
Quality Assurance Non-Conforming Disposition Document Control Data
Collection & Analysis Procurement Project Management Material
Planning Cost Control Resource Allocation Financial Management
Administrative Operation Staff Training &Development
Production Planning Needs Assessment Budget Management Vendor
Relations
Professional Experience
Texas Instruments, Stafford, TX 2009-Present
Texas Instruments is a global analog and digital semiconductor IC design
and manufacturing company. In addition to analog technologies, digital
signal processing (DSP) and microcontroller (MCU) semiconductors, TI
designs and manufactures semiconductor solutions for analog and digital
embedded, application processing, and Education Technology.
Quality Reliability & Assurance (QRA) Engineering Technician (2009-Present)
Directly responsible for the management and support of QRA sustainment
functions, including the planning and execution of data extraction, product
specifications, inspection, SPC, failure analysis, and reporting and the
development and enforcement of non-compliant material disposition
procedures for the Houston FAB semiconductor factory.
. Outgoing quality technician responsible for the monitoring and support
of strict quality, reliability, and assurance processes, analytical
procedures and non-conforming disposition.
. Hands-on experience in the setup and operation of a range of automated
visual inspection tools and in the optimization of the tools' optic
capabilities for the maximization of production and product quality.
. Maintained semiconductor wafer (HFAB, MFF, bumped, etc.) quality,
minimizing product defects prior to final customer shipment through
the implementation of AVI programs to detect and guardband against
possible defects.
Texas Instruments, Stafford, TX 2009-Present
Texas Instruments is a global analog and digital semiconductor IC design
and manufacturing company. In addition to analog technologies, digital
signal processing (DSP) and microcontroller (MCU) semiconductors, TI
designs and manufactures semiconductor solutions for analog and digital
embedded, application processing, and Education Technology.
Manufacturing Specialist (2009)
Manufactured semiconductor wafers in accordance with specific and technical
specifications.
. Responsible for the maintenance, processing, and documentation of
manufacturing and inspection information and reports.
. Sustain productivity and quality levels of manufacturing process.
qatar Steel Company, Messaieed, Qatar 1989-2007
QATAR STEEL Company was formed in 1974 as the first integrated steel plant
in the Arabian Gulf. Today, Qatar Steel is widely recognized as a foremost
leader in the steel industry.
Materials Lead (1989-2007)
Responsible for the management and oversight of all project equipment and
material for the implementation of a new $500 million facility (Rolling
Mill Plant) from initial bid document preparation and evaluation,
contractor sourcing and selection, and negotiations. Led the development
and implementation of the project's procurement strategy to align with all
aspects of the project's financial, budget, and cost control targets.
. Maximized available resources through the effective leadership and
supervision of 8 direct staff and 22 subcontractors, balancing
productivity and overall cost control initiatives.
. Utilized historical, forecasted, and actual material data to review
and approve annual material budgets and purchase plans, working with
internal and external stakeholders in all aspects of material and
vendor sourcing and acquisition,
. Controlled costs through the documentation and analysis of forecasted
vs. actual production costs, and the implementation of improved cost
control policies targeting areas of concern.
. Material planning and control responsibility for major corporate
projects, expediting and ensuring the timely delivery of materials and
equipments based on their urgency and complexity.
. Document control responsibility for the evaluation of all purchase
quotations, material requisitions and purchase orders, logistics
plans, claims mitigation, accounts payable, and purchase order
closeout.
. Implementation and control of internal customer specifications,
oversee communication of customer
specifications and coordinated investigation of Reheating Furnace,
Rolling, Roll Shop, Roll Lathe claims.
. Coordinated the QMS in Inspection, Quality Control, Audits and
Engineering to ensure current and continued compliance with ISO
standards & provided technical support to the production unit.
. Led the annual improvement and modification Quality Circle for Rolling
Mill 4 times and won 3 Gold Medals.
Education & Professional Development
Bachelor of Science, Math (w/Chemistry & Physics)
Ravishankar University, India
Professional Training
Supervisory Management & Leadership Certificate
Certification in Maintenance Planning, Scheduling & Control Program
Certification, Finance for Non-Financial Professionals
Balance Score Card