Engineer Manufacturing
Resume:
Louis Dertouzos
***** ***** *** **** ****** Estero, FL 33928
Phone: 239-***-**** Cell: 941-***-****
E-mail: ************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Manufacturing Professional involved in developing entire company Engineering Systems that comply with ISO 9001:2000, ISO
13485, and 21 CFR 820. I have taken Class I, II and III medical devices from Project Planning through Design Tran sfer and
implementation into the manufacturing process.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (relevant)
ARTHREX MANUFACTURING, INC. (A division of Arthrex, Inc.) Naples, FL www.Arthrex.com
Arthrex, Inc. provides products and services to orthopedic surgeons and patients by designing and manufacturing products
used for orthoscopic and orthopedic surgery. Headquartered in Naples, Florida, the company also has offices in France,
Greece, England, Austria, Belgium, Mexico, Sweden and Korea.
MARCH 2008 – OCTOBER 2013
SR. MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Responsible for designing, developing, implementing and improving manufacturing processes as well as to supplement the
companies Engineering System in order to comply with established ISO / FDA guidelines. Additional responsibilities and
achievements;
Promoted to senior status in December of 2008 and given the additional duties of managing the CNC Programming
department. (All teams)
Trained Associate Manufacturing Engineers and Programmers on the design and development of advanced tooling and
work-holding fixtures.
Trained Programmers on GMP philosophy and advanced manufacturing techniques.
Coordinated in-house software training by using classroom or on-line seminars resulting in a 50% reduction in cost.
Reviewed Engineering Change Orders for new product submission and/or revisions.
Represented the Engineering department by interviewing potential hires during the company’s first “Career Fair”.
Assisted in the planning, placement and organization of new and existing manufacturing equipment in the AMI facility
allowing for future growth.
Assisted in the acquisition of a product vendor by organizing a team to manufacture product samples, estimate
production costs and develop future in-house fabrication strategies.
Assisted in numerous EH&S initiatives to reduce operator injury due to ineffective machine interlocks, fire hazards,
work-holding strain, slips and airborne contaminants.
Assisted in the development of proprietary manufacturing techniques for n ew product introductions.
Increased the efficiency of the Programming department by developing and implementing systems to prioritize
incoming manufacturing requests which allowed for simultaneously expediting production and prototype needs.
Increased production capacity by purchasing $1.6 million in multi-axis CNC milling machines.
Developed and implemented a multi-level Tool Life Study to decrease inventory and reduce tooling costs thus paving
the way for Continuous improvement.
Developed criteria for Certified Operator evaluation. (MO1, MO2, MO3)
Developed protocols on all CNC equipment for the Validation department.
Developed, implemented and maintained several “Performance Centered Devices” for machine validations.
Developed and implemented complex inspection gaging for the Quality Control department.
Developed, implemented and maintained numerous manufacturing procedures and work instructions.
Generated numerous, multi-axis CNC Programs in order to increase capacity and reduce the need for external ven dors.
Introduced 5S lean manufacturing philosophy into the manufacturing department.
Introduced broken tool detection hardware for use on “Swiss” style equipment now used in AMI’s second facility.
Introduced, developed and implemented modular work-holding in order to decrease cost as well as setup times. (90%
reduction average per applied job)
Introduced and implemented deep-hole drilling on “Swiss” style equipment which decreased the need for cannulated
bar-stock as well as the cost associated with its processing.
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Louis Dertouzos
20722 Torre Del Lago Street Estero, FL 33928
Phone: 239-***-**** Cell: 941-***-****
E-mail: ************@*****.***
INNOVATIVE MEDICAL INC., Fort Myers, FL www.InnovativeMD.com
Innovative Medical was a startup company that provided medical instruments and implants directly to OEM companies using
state of the art production equipment to produce Class II medical devices. In 2008, Innovative Medical was acquired by
Youngquist Medical, LLC and ceased operations shortly afterwards due to undisclosed circumstances.
JUNE 2006 – FEBRUARY 2008
ENGINEERING MANAGER
Responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of Engineering Systems in order to comply with established
ISO / FDA guidelines. Additional responsibilities;
Managed Engineering Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineers and CNC Programmers.
Communicated daily with Quality, Engineering and Production to resolve new component and design related issues.
Worked directly with Customer Design Engineers to develop robust products in turn improving manufacturability as
well as measurability.
Applied Root Cause Analysis techniques to corrective and preventive actions leading in improvements through all
aspects of production.
Reviewed all new contracts including customer specifications, customer requirements and expectations.
Reviewed Engineering Change Orders for new product submission and/or revisions.
Trained Programmers on advanced design and development of cutting tools as well as work-holding fixtures.
Trained direct reports on proper document creation and maintenance to comply with ISO and F DA standards.
Acted as advisor to the Manufacturing and Operations Manager regarding project tasks and general day to day
production floor operations.
Developed, implemented and maintained all manufacturing process documentation. (Setup, Tool sheets, etc.)
Generated Multi-axis CNC Programs for work-holding fixtures as well as for production.
Familiar with the machining and material properties of the following materials: Cobalt-Chromium, Titanium, Stainless
Steel, PEEK, Nylon, Carbide, Delrin as well as some bio-resorbable materials.
Also familiar with engineered polymers such as Radel, Ultem, Celcon, UHMW, PEEK, and Acetal.
Produced components and/or implants for companies such as: Hayes Medical, Archus Orthopedics, Sutura,
Youngquist Medical, i-Balance Medical, Power Medical Interventions, Encore, Globus, Spinal Elements, Synthes,
Disc Motion Technologies, Depuy Lifespine, Skeletal Dynamics, Tornier, Orthofix, Acumed, Whiteside
Biomechanics, and OrthoHelix Surgical Designs.
OMC PRECISION PRODUCTS, LTD. Indianapolis, IN www.OMCprecision.com
OMC Precision was a single source turnkey supplier for custom and standard surgical instrumentation, implantable
components cases & trays to the worldwide medical device marketplace, with a concentration in the hip, knee, spine, trauma,
and sports medicine disciplines. In 2007, OMC was acquired by Paragon Medical.
MAY 2005 – MAY 2006
CONTRACT MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Contract Engineer responsible for developing and improving the company’s engineering system to comply with established ISO
/ FDA guidelines in preparation for acquisition. Additional responsibilities;
Developed procedures and systems for both recording and maintaining engineering documentation.
Trained and mentored CNC Programmers I and II as well as Engineering I and II level positions.
Trained operators on the use of Multi-axis mill-turn equipment Fanuc’s Robodrill and Willemin’s 408 series
machinery.
Increased the efficiency of the Programming depart ment by developing and implementing systems to prioritize
incoming manufacturing requests which allowed for simultaneously expediting production needs.
Designed OMC’s “Next-Generation” fixturing and work-holding components which increased machine output as well
as decreasing scrap.
Designed inspection tooling which was used ‘hand in hand’ with OMC’s “Next Generation” fixturing.
Generated CNC programs using the latest versions of Mastercam X and Esprit CAM systems.
Produced components and/or implants for companies such as: Sutura, Synthes, Depuy Lifespine, Orthofix, K2MS,
Scient’x, Zimmer, Biomet Inc., Paragon Medical Inc., Stryker, and Johnson and Johnson.
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Louis Dertouzos
20722 Torre Del Lago Street Estero, FL 33928
Phone: 239-***-**** Cell: 941-***-****
E-mail: ************@*****.***
STRUCTURE MEDICAL INC., Naples, FL www.StructureMedical.com
Structure Medical, Inc. specializes in manufacturing surgical instrumentation and Class III implantable components to
exacting tolerances. This includes the use of multi-axis, mill-turning to produce both prototype quantities as well as high
volumes. The company produces finished parts from raw-stock, typically in one setup. Structure Medical has since established
a second facility in North Carolina.
AUGUST 2004 – APRIL 2005
Sr. PROGRAMMING ENGINEER
Programming Engineer responsible for CNC programming, tool design, set-up and maintenance of CNC machine
tools. Additional responsibilities;
Generated CNC programs using the latest versions of Mastercam and GibbsCAM systems.
Trained and mentored entry level CNC Programmers in practical manufacturing proce sses.
Trained and mentored mid-level CNC Programmers in advanced manufacturing processes.
Revised out-dated documentation for the manufacturing and engineering departments.
Produced quick turn-around prototype components for new and existing customers.
Represented the engineering department during customer audits.
Produced components and/or implants for companies such as: Sutura, Smith and Nephew, Depuy Lifespine, Orthofix,
Scient’x, Zimmer, Biomet, Paragon, Stryker, Johnson and Johnson.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
MRC PRECISION METAL OPTICS, Bradenton, FL www.mrcoptics.com
MRC was a producer of precision, metal opto-thermally stable mirrors and sub-arc-second accurate poro mirrors. They
supported the commercial, aerospace, military and FMS markets with electro-optical and electro-mechanical assembly
capabilities. In 2004, MRC was acquired by Photonics Products Group.
OCTOBER 2003 – JULY 2004
MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Responsible for the manufacturing of optical components used in a wide variety of aerospace applications including:
intelligence gathering, reconnaissance, military and satellite surveillance systems. Additional responsibilities;
Developed manufacturing processes, CNC programs, cutting tools, as well as first article, operational and training
documents used by CNC personnel on multi-axis machinery.
Review Engineering Change Orders for new product submission and/or product revisions.
Familiar with the machining and processing of the following materials: Aluminum S ilicon Carbide Composites,
Aluminum Beryllium Composites, Pure Beryllium, Beryllium Foil, Copper, Electroless Nickel, Graphite Epoxy
Composites, Inconel, Magnesium, Optical Plastics, Steel Alloys.
Produced components for companies such as: Defense Supply Center, BAE Systems, Lockheed Martin, Aeroflex Inc.,
Selectron International, Pacific Scientific, Raytheon, Accu -Sort Systems, and Brush Wellman Inc.
ALNITAK CORPORATION, Bradenton, FL www.Alnitak.com
Alnitak Corporation was a custom fabricator of precision machined parts, assemblies, tooling, fixtures, jigs and templates.
They also specialize in milling, turning, boring, sheet metal forming and assembly of aluminum, stainless, titanium, alloy steels,
graphite and plastics for both the aircraft and defense industries.
JUNE 1993 – SEPTEMBER 2003
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Manufacturing Engineer evolving into Operations Manager responsible for the Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality
departments. Duties also included the set-up and operation of CNC equipment. Other duties included tool and fixture design as
well as all finishing processes development for products. Also responsible for insuring that inspection, deburring and final
shipping were completed according to customer requirements. In 1997 and 1998, Alnitak was awarded the U.S. Small Business
Administration’s Region II Small Business Subcontractor of the year which included New York, New Jersey and Puerto Rico .
In 2003, Alnitak was acquired by TCI Telemechanics, Inc. in 2003. Additional responsibilities;
Procurement of military and civilian components and assemblies.
Trained personnel in the operation of conventional and CNC machinery.
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E-mail: ************@*****.***
Trained operators in the inspection of machined components.
Developed a certified operator program allowing operators to share the responsibility of part inspections.
Experienced in advanced inspection techniques.
Experienced in advanced finishing and assembly techniques.
Produced components for companies such as: Defense Supply Center, BAE Systems, Lockheed Martin, Northrop
Grumman, Boeing, Lockheed, Sikorsky, Fairchild Republic, McDonnell Douglas, and Kaman Aerospace.
KORTHEON CORPORATION, Bay Shore, NY
Kortheon Corporation was a producer of structural aircraft parts and sub-assemblies, including pylons, aprons, spars and
lower pan assemblies for commercial and military sectors of the aerospace industry. Kortheon was acquired by Alnitak
Corporation in 1993.
APRIL 1991 – MAY 1993
MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Machinist, Class “A” evolving into Manufacturing Engineer, responsible for the daily setup, operation of conventional and
CNC equipment. Other duties included fixture fabrication, tool design, inspection, supervision and CNC programming.
Designed and fabricated work holding fixtures and cutting tools.
Developed CNC programs, CAD models, SOP 's and operational documents.
Supervised manufacturing and engineering personnel. (15 team members.)
Familiar with the machining and processing of the following materials: Aluminum, Beryllium Copper, Graphite,
Composites, Inconel, Magnesium, Steel Alloys, Monel, Hasteloy, as well as many other exotics.
Produced components for companies such as: Defense Supply Center, BAE Systems, Lockheed Martin, Northrop
Grumman, Boeing, Sikorsky, Fairchild Republic, McDonnell Douglas, and Kaman Aerospace.
I & J MACHINE CO. INC., Farmingdale, NY
I & J Machine was a family owned and operated business that manufactured precision aircraft components and assemblies.
The company was awarded ‘Certified Supplier’ status in 1985 which i t maintained until its closure due to military and civilian
economic downturns in 1991.
MACHINIST, CLASS “A” JANURARY 1980 – MARCH 1991
Machinist apprentice evolving into Machinist, Class “A” Duties included the set-up, operation of all conventional and
automatic equipment. Other duties included tool and fixture fabrication, as well as all finishing processes including inspection,
deburring and final shipping. Additional responsibilities;
Trained in advanced fixture and work-holding designs.
Trained in advanced inspection and calibration techniques using manual inspection equipment.
Developed, implemented and maintained the companies manufacturing documentation.
Cataloged and maintained all relevant MIL-STD documents.
Programmed setup, serviced and maintained NC and CNC machines.
Produced components for companies such as: Lockheed Martin, Grumman, Boeing, Rockwell International, Sikorsky,
Fairchild Republic, McDonnell Douglas, Cessna, Kaman and Monitor Aerospac e.
EDUCATION / TRAINING / COURSEWORK
AAS in Mechanical Engineering Technology / May 1987 @ SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale, New York
Emphasis on: Advanced Materials Science. Courses included;
Applied Fluid Mechanics
Applied Thermodynamics
NC/CNC Programming (CAM)
Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD)
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Louis Dertouzos
20722 Torre Del Lago Street Estero, FL 33928
Phone: 239-***-**** Cell: 941-***-****
E-mail: ************@*****.***
BS in Manufacturing Engineering Technology / May 1989 @ SUNY College of Technology at Farmingdale, New York
Emphasis on: Advanced Manufacturing Processes. Courses included;
Operations Management
Statistical Quality Control (SQC)
Electromechanical Control Systems
Computer Programming and Applications
INDEPENDENT COURSEWORK
Root Cause Analysis (72-2232009)
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (012-6011)
Performance Problem Solving for Managers (0318011)
Leadership Training Skills (01668010)
DiSC Profile Training (Classic 2)
OSHA 30 Hour General Industry Course (36 -900289633)
COMPUTER COMPENTENCIES
Mastercam (CAD/CAM)
PartMaker (CAD/CAM)
GibbsCAM (CAD/CAM)
CATiA (CAD/CAM)
Esprit (CAD/CAM)
SolidWorks (CAD)
CIMCO Edit
QAD Enterprise (ERP)
Cebos MQ1 (QMS)
Microsoft Office Suite
Oracle Process Manufacturing (MES)
PROFESIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Senior Member Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) September 1985 – present.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) March 2000 – present.
Associate Member American Society for Quality (ASQ) June 2004 – present.
Member Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA) March 2007 – present.
REFERENCES
Frank Maas
Senior Vice President for Engineering and RA/QA of Arthrex, Inc. 239-***-****
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Bill Carey
MES Manager, Arthrex Manufacturing, Inc. 239-***-****
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Jay M. Clarain
Director of Quality, FMI Hansa Medical Products, LLC 239-***-****
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Thomas R. Testwuide Sr.
Chairman and CEO of Skana Aluminum Co. 941-***-****
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