Engineer Six Sigma

richard griffin

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Quality Manager

Process-driven, hands-on Operations Leader solidly experienced in

planning, developing, and implementing solutions that achieve business

goals and streamline operations. Adept at translating complex business

needs into technical requirements and consistently delivering tangible

results. Excellent analytical, organizational, and team building skills

with specific ability to collaborate across diverse national and

international organizations.

Select skills

. Management: Team Leadership, Cost Control &

Avoidance, Staff Development, Resource Allocation,

International Communication and Coordination, Cross-

functional Coordination, Project & Vendor Management,

Regulatory Compliance

. Manufacturing: Quality Assurance, Lean Manufacturing,

Six Sigma Black Belt, OSHA, Statistical Process Control,

Process Auditing, Deficiency Review and Documentation,

Process and Procedure Development, Capital Equipment

Control, Safety, Logistics

. Engineering: Commissioning, Equipment & Facility

Maintenance, Acceptance Testing, Procedure/Work

Instruction Writing, Criticality Safety

. Software: Microsoft Office, Adobe Pro, Minitab,

PSpice, Mat lab, Visio, SmartDraw, Infinity QS

DOE (Q) Security Clearance

professional Experience

Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth, Grand Junction, CO 2013 - Present

Lead Process Engineer

Lead 15 member cross-functional team-including procurement, quality,

accounting, and medical affairs-to increase efficiency and decrease

operating costs through process analysis, improvement, and implementation.

. Decreased component inventories $400K by utilizing statistical

analysis. Reduced on-hand inventory cost $70,000 through negotiations

with vendor exchanging low use items for high use items.

. Standardized operating procedure for customer admittance, ensuring

government compliance & eliminating violations up to $10MM/month.

. Tracked and analyzed > 40 key performance indicators (KPIs) to detect

trends, correct policy and procedure deficiencies, and optimize

operational efficiency, improving safety, customer satisfaction, and

quality.

. Reduced injuries by 50% over previous years as leader of associate

safety Lean and Six Sigma projects by addressing known safety hazards.

. Improved morale 20% while gaining a safer work environment by

volunteering to represent organization on Associate Safety Committee,

Medical Value Analysis Team, Communications Barrier Committee, Heart

Committee, and as departmental Safety Coordinator.

Enrichment Technology, Eunice, NM 2009 - 2013

Engineering Manager

Led strategic and operational development for 12 engineers and specialists

within the Engineering organization. Managed $2MM annual budget including

salaries, measurement equipment, tooling, office equipment, travel, and

professional development.

. Monitored the mechanical health of more than 25 centrifuge cascades

(valued at $25MM) during the first 100 hours of operation. Troubleshot

new installations as the leader of the Cascade Commissioning Team.

. Successfully planned and led repair actions on a cascade at the

National Enrichment Facility. Coordinated with 4 contractors as well

as Maintenance, Radiological Controls, Waste, Safety, Material

Controls & Accountability, and Operations Departments.

. Communicated and resolved international business and engineering

issues daily with colleagues from France, Holland, Germany and the UK

through teleconferences and in-person meetings.

. Managed the Centrifuge Test Facility by training three Test Operators,

scheduling weekly product testing, and conducting bi-monthly source

and special nuclear material inventories.

. Coordinated software, circuit board, centrifuge model, and

accompanying operational procedure upgrades with experts across three

international sites consistently within specified implementation

dates.

. Maintained historical records of radiological and regulatory

inspections through the client and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

. Prepared contaminated centrifuge autopsy equipment and procedures,

including work instructions, safety requirements, and tooling. Cross-

trained to Engineers on process, ensuring adequate coverage.

. Developed a commissioning training and qualification program, gaining

adoption companywide reducing the need for international travel by >

$500,000/year.

Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corp, Idaho Falls, ID 2006 - 2009

Refueling Engineer - Naval Reactors Facility

Directed up to twenty team members during spent naval nuclear fuel handling

operations while adhering to Department of Energy/Naval Reactors safety and

conduct requirements.

. Revised and reviewed operational procedures in accordance with

governing document changes, maintaining alignment with current

regulations and process protocols.

. Wrote bi-weekly report to government prime contractors and the senior

leadership of Naval Reactors, detailing fuel quantity, safety, and

operational challenges.

. Successfully resolved procedural violations and equipment malfunctions

in coordination with operations, engineering organizations, and

government oversight to improve safety and minimize down time.

Shaw Industries, Dalton, GA 2000-2006

Six Sigma Process Engineer (2002-2006)

Increased manufacturing plant process improvement savings by $4.5MM over

four years by planning and implementing 27 Six Sigma Black and Green Belt

Projects.

. Introduced Lean, TOC, and TPM methodologies into the manufacturing

environment through training and strategic project choices, reducing

downtime and increasing efficiency.

. Mentored, provided all statistical data analysis, and tracked project

values for 14 Six Sigma Green Belts and 2 Black Belts, ensuring the

successful progression of each project.

Quality Superintendent (2000 - 2002)

Decreased cost, resolved raw material shortages, and improved product

quality by successfully testing alternate raw materials. Tracked plant

metrics for all process lines to facilitate and promote continuous

improvement resulting in better product quality.

. Reduced product claims by $750,000/year by conducting machine

alignment of a process line and developing an accurate, repeatable

measurement process. Performed quarterly audits to ensure quality

system compliance resulting in a culture change of learning and

following the quality system policy.

EDUCATION & Military service

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology, Southern

Polytechnic State University, Marietta, GA

Bachelor of Science in Political Science, North Georgia College and State

University, Dahlonega, GA

Officer - Infantry, U.S. Army - Special Operations Command, 1stBn/75th

Ranger Regiment

CERTIFICATON AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Six Sigma Black and Green Belt, Shaw Industries

Leading Teams for Impact & Leader Development, Center for Creative

Leadership

NR Engineer of Environmental Work, NR Engineer of Radiological Work, NR

Shift Refueling Engineer, Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corporation

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