Manufacturing Engineer Manager

Highly experienced, tenacious, and goal-driven professional, offering

extensive experience in manufacturing operations and management. Armed with

in-depth knowledge and skills in wide-ranging operational systems,

processes, and policies. Knowledgeable of all fabrication equipment, new

production development, and all production and Lean manufacturing

operations, including application engineering, equipment purchasing, and

safety protocol improvement, and staff development; along with in-depth

knowledge of quality engineering and project management.

. Known for the ability to effectively collaborate with the team toward the

accomplishment of goals.

. Commended for exemplifying superb work ethic, outstanding leadership, and

superior multitasking skills; along with the ability to maintain a high

level of productivity while ensuring bottom-line quality under high-

pressure and fast-paced environments.

. Skilled at executing cost-effective solutions to optimize production and

boost efficiency as well as to drive increase in production rates.

. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD; along

with PDCA, PFMEA, and quality tools including CMM equipment, Romer Arm,

and quality software such as Verisuf, PC-DMIS, Polyworks, Microsoft

Project and Ansys (FEA).

Areas of Expertise

Fabrication and Manufacturing Project Management Professional

Customer Relationship Building Problem Resolution and Decision-Making

Lean/3P Kaizen Events Scope, Schedule, and Budget Management

Process Development and Implementation Welding and Powder Coat Technology

Safety and Quality Management Process Failure Mode and Effects

Analysis

Professional Experience

Polaris Industries, Milford, IA

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Apr 2014-Present

. Perform a wide range of tasks to effectively develop a new product line

and offset 40% downtime within the assembly production line which

include:

- Installation of new systems to support production ramp up to 75 total

units on a daily basis

- Transferring of off-road vehicle (ORV) product to a new location

- Pioneering of a production from 30 units to 60 units on a daily basis

(first line rate change)

. Identify various challenges that may affect the project including

insufficiency of capital, recycling of current tooling/equipment, and

lean system.

. Manage the standardization of design and sourcing of components; as well

as development of an in-house manufacturing process within the machine

tool industry.

. Provide professional advice to the director on all aspects of new

business development, market expansion, capital expenditures, and

operating budgets.

. Serve as an integral part of the lean transformation by formalizing the

manufacturing process to ensure consistency and predictability along with

the most efficient cost.

. Render expert oversight to manufacturing engineer and process technician

in providing assembly support on a daily basis.

Notable Accomplishments

V Led the implementation of new products and standard operating processes

(SOPs) without additional downtime in the production line.

V Drove key efforts toward the execution of the following initiatives with

outstanding results:

- 5% reduction in labor cost for the assembly of vehicle on a yearly

basis

- 0% total recordable incidence rate (TRIR) and lost time by managing

overall safety

- 100% Occupational Safety and Health Administration recordable injuries

through A-team investigations for all close call injuries and safety

stand down meetings

- 50-100%IPP improvement; less than 25% scrap; and less than 25% rework

through component verification controlled parts, A-team

investigations/ plan-do-check-act or plan-do-check-adjust (PDCA), FGA, rework (LRW), visual processes, 3D visual work instruction, Visual

Andon System, and tracking metrics

- 5% Electronic Health Record (EHR) for each production; 6% process

waste reduction; and 100% plan for every part (PFEP)

- 90% material flow and 50% downtime reduction (less than 30 minutes) on

a daily basis

V Organized and managed pilot builds and Polaris Development Process (PDP)

training and team leader programs as well as standard work

implementation.

V Worked closely with various cross-functional teams for all projects from

concept development to final installation.

Genie Industries, Moses Lake, WA

Project Engineer/Supervisor Nov 2010-Mar 2014

. Assumed full responsibility in overseeing daily manufacturing operations,

new product development (NPD), aerial work platform (AWP), fabrication,

and machine shop.

. Provided astute direction to 13 direct reports comprised of six

manufacturing engineers, quality technician, senior Lean specialist, and

five engineering technician.

. Carried out key tasks such as material and supplies purchasing, staffing,

shop floor scheduling, vendor evaluation and selection, capital budgeting

and implementation; while playing a key role as project leader in project

launches, reorganizing shop floor to achieve maximum productivity, and

managing a team of support, safety, quality, delivery, and cost teams.

. Contributed key designs for the manufacturing and assembly of all new

products; made use of tooling fixture design and equipment to support

production during start of production (SOP).

Notable Accomplishments

V Structured and implemented quality assurance procedures and manual;

quality level for product manufacturing; and tooling fixture quality

check on all design and build fixtures.

V Offered hands-on support in managing and executing tooling projects

within the allotted deadline.

V Played a key role as technical leader and supervisor to six engineers

along with a production line of 500,000 sq. ft.

V Initiated the development and launching of strategic/capital improvement

plans and continual improvement initiatives encompassing safety, quality,

productivity and reliability of more than $3M in capital assets.

V Made major contribution to the company by achieving set-forth goals on a

timely manner; generating significant savings; establishing a team of

contractors; developing staff who generated excellent results; budgeting;

and maintaining profitability.

V Served as an integral part of an initiative to effectively bridge the gap

between engineering design while sustaining manufacturing by working with

all groups to communicate the design for manufacturing and assembly

(DFM/DFA).

Manufacture Engineer I & II Jan 2007-Nov 2010

. Rendered direct support to the manufacturing of Aerial Work Platforms

(AWP).

. Worked closely with procurement teams and suppliers on purchase

components and assemblies; while providing strong root cause analysis

support to manufacturing and project leadership.

Notable Accomplishments

V Brought significant improvement to methods and documentation work flow

techniques.

V Exhibited superior talents in developing SOPs and processes to

effectively eliminate waste.

V Demonstrated multitasking skills in playing a key role as manufacturing

engineer and quality engineer simultaneously.

Acrowood, Everett, WA

Field Service Engineer Feb 2006-Oct 2007

. Demonstrated adeptness in installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining

products and equipment; as well as identifying product failures and

implementing improvements within limited time.

. Presided over the training of new hired employees on the field's concept,

practice, and procedures.

. Developed and presented products and/or services recommendations to meet

customer's requirements.

. Facilitated the evaluation and clarification of AutoCAD drawings with

customers.

. Displayed proficiency in managing subassemblies amidst close tolerances

and critical operating requirements.

Highland Refrigeration, Seattle, WA

Refrigeration Engineer/Fabricator Nov 2004-Feb 2006

. Obtained comprehensive knowledge of screw compressors and plate freezers

for fishing boats; as well as stainless steel welding and tungsten inert

gas (TIG), metal inert gas (MIG), and arc welding technology.

. Completed various training as a service engineer, gaining in-depth

understanding on fabrication and design.

. Exemplified proficiency in utilizing shop floor equipment including mill,

lathe, press, saw, grinder, and drills.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA): In Progress; Expected Date of

Graduation: Jul 2017

Washington State University, Pullman, WA

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology (ABET Accredited):

2005

Eastern Washington University, Cheney, WA

Credentials

Project Management Professional: In Progress; Expected Date of Completion:

Oct 2018

Supervisor for Success Training: 2013, Terex Corporation, Moses Lake, WA

Project Management Academy Certificate: May 2013, Project Management

Institute

Certificate of Completion for Finite Element Analysis (FEA)/Structure Load

Testing: 2013, Terex Training, Redmond, WA

ANSYS Training: 2012, ANSYS, Redmond, WA PC-DMIS Training Certificate:

2011, Hexagon Metrology, Kent, WA

Professional Affiliations

STEM Program (Big Ben College) Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers

(SHPE) Project Management Institute

Activities

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