CAREER OBJECTIVE
Seeking an engineering position focused on quality, with an opportunity for job growth and job security.
EXPERIENCE
SENIOR ENGINEER AME, Remington Arms Company, Huntsville, Alabama
November 17, 2014 - Present
Serve as quality assurance resource to department supervision for problem identification, resolution, loss reporting and continuous improvement
Design and implement methods for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection
Promote and execute quality standards, inspection processes, test methodology, quality control plans, documents and reports
Utilize 5-Y, Fishbone, DFMEA, and other problem solving tools to prevent and correct defects
Interface with both internal and external supplier/customer representatives concerning problems with quality assurance and assure corrective action is implemented
Directs and coordinates activities concerned with development, procurement, installation, and calibration of instruments, equipment, and control devices required to test, telemeter, record, and reduce test data
Determines conditions under which tests are to be conducted and sequences and phases of test operations.
Directs and exercises control over operational, functional, and performance phases of tests
Analyzes and interprets test data and prepares technical reports
Develops or uses computer software and hardware to conduct tests on mechanical products and systems
Support manufacturing and Quality through CMM programs and inspection support
Responsible for organizing and scheduling intermediate and advanced level GD&T classes for Quality, Engineering, and Design personnel
Supporting Mayfield Quality Department with CMM programming and support
Responsible for pushing for an SPC standard software to be integrated with ROC CMMs and measuring equipment
Advanced Understanding and applications of GD&T
CONTRACT ENGINEERING POSITIONS (February 5, 2014-November 17, 2014)
QUALITY ENGINEER (Contract), Performance Staffing Solutions-Para USA, Pineville, North Carolina
June 3, 2014-November 17, 2014
Perform First Article Inspections of various handgun components
Utilize a variety of hand tools to perform inspections
Utilize PC-DMIS to create inspection programs for components
Work directly with manufacturing and engineering to resolve out of tolerance features
METROLOGY ENGINEER (Contract), Hexagon Metrology, Huntersville, North Carolina
February 5, 2014-May 16, 2014
Interpreted complex drawings of various components
Used various CMMs to perform three dimensional inspections of samples
Worked closely with customers to determine exact measurement verifications
Traveled to various plant sites to install and debug CMM programs
Used PC-DMIS to write inspection programs
Utilized calibration methods and standards traceable to NIST
PROJECT COORDINATOR, Southeast Valve Inc., Pineville, North Carolina,
September 9, 2013-January 2, 2014
Created CAD files of OEM components
Created Isometric drawings for boiler repairs and pipe installation
Responsible for finding cost effective options for valve repairs
Estimated labor and materials for fabrication jobs
Created daily costing for time and material jobs
Used Class A CDL to deliver mobile machine shop to job locations
HEPA PRODUCT ENGINEER, Filtration Group, LLC, York, South Carolina
January 1, 2012-August 16, 2013
Worked closely with OEMs to produce custom filters for specific critical applications
Designed new HEPA filters for biosafety cabinets, hospitals, and cleanrooms
Create new part numbers and BOMs
Evaluated and tested raw materials
Responsible for creating submittal drawings and specs for aluminum extrusions
Certified ISO internal auditor, performed and assisted audit reviews
Performed and assisted internal ISO audits
Selected company representative and member of INDA Filtration Show Planning Committee as well as the Clean Room and Environmental Testing Association
Worked closely with sales and manufacturing to establish a team environment
PROJECT ENGINEER-RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT, Flanders Corp., Washington, North Carolina
June 11, 2010 - August 31, 2011
Managed several projects simultaneously
Continual Cost Improvement implementation
Liaison with outside vendors to constantly be evaluating new products
Constructed and oversaw test methods and process
Designed and oversaw fabrication of shop equipment for various test stands and apparatus
Worked closely with OEMs to produce custom filters
OPERATIONS SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR, Reveille Builders Inc., Murfreesboro, North Carolina
October 24, 2007-February 28, 2010
Used AutoCAD to create concept drawings, revised with customer to reach a final construction design
Responsible for drawings and specs for building permit submittal
Worked with numerous subcontractors to obtain and finalize building design
Created preliminary foundation designs for estimating
Utilized building manufacturers estimating software to estimate jobs
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology, December 2005
University of North Carolina-Charlotte, Charlotte, North Carolina
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
US Coast Guard Licensed Captain with towing endorsement
Maintain current Class A CDL with a tank trailer endorsement