Quality Engineer Electrical

ARTHUR W. (Bill) KIDD

**** ***** **** ****** ● Fort Smith, AR 72903 ● Phone: C 479-***-**** ● H 479-***-**** E-mail: bkfsm @ aol.com

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PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Comprehensive hands-on experience in all aspects of product quality manufacturing:

“Supplier Quality Engineering”, launch-team development, and implementation of TQM in Aerospace, Automotive, Electronic, Medical and Metals Manufacturing.

ISO/QS 9000: 8D, APQP, control plans, FMEA, GD&T (MSA), PPAP, QSA and SPC.

CQE tools: audit, development of documentation, data, DOE (Taguchi), flow charting, graphical analysis, planning, probability, process capability to reduce cost, improve output and quality.

6-sigma, LEAN, CAD design and other methods to achieve quality goals. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS

Introduction of new methods, procedures and practices to increase g productivity, reduce manufacturing costs and successfully guide product-launch teams while implementing ISO/QS 9000, TS16949 and Q-1. Invention of devices, fixtures and tools as required

Containment & Correction for cast iron parts failure-Auburn Foundry.

Convinced supplier to continue producing parts for Teleflex.

My gage and measurement reduced returns/scrap by 90% - Tecknit

Incoming inspection data base and program saved about $400K at ITT

Customer assembly tools reduced returns by $250K at Dometic.

Tool I Introduced production output 100/day to 678/day at Bowmar.

My connector test machines sold for digital dashboard project. GM

Acceptance rates improved to 99.9%, avoiding forfeiture of bonds and Chargeback of $2+M by GM drivetrain to Karl Schmidt-Unisa. ARTHUR W. (Bill) KIDD

2008 South 74th Street ● Fort Smith, AR 72903 ● Phone: C 479-***-**** ● H 479-***-**** E-mail: bkfsm @ aol.com

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FOREIGN TRAVEL

●Mexico, Process Failure analysis and development of new disposable packaging

●Germany, Machine Acceptance trial of Automatic Piston Inspection System.

●Mexico, resolved root cause of intermittent electrical flaw in military radio.

●Belgium, Germany & Italy Digital Telephone System Warranty Cost Review CAREER TIMELINE

Consultant & Entrepreneur, 2007-2014, t/a Dehawk,AFR Fort Wayne, IN & Fort Smith, AR

I made proposals for industrial redevelopment; investigated and produced independent report on Deep Water Horizon incident; authored a diabetes “how to” book on getting normal ranges for blood sugar levels in one year. Contract Quality Engineer, 2004-2007, Aerotek Scientific, Fort Wayne, IN

TTL, Inc. (automotive printed-circuit-boards and modules): Addressed root cause with 5-Y analysis to GM-Delphi via Covisint. I resolved Honeywell process controller circuit boards by obtaining failed controller and performed experiments with TTL PCBs to find hidden flaw. Team then adjusted solder, conformal coating, and tunnel oven temp gradient as well as electrical test fixture and tester program.

Guardian Industries (automotive windshields): I updated PFMEA, Flow Charts, Shipping Labels, and GMQTS. Performed an in-depth process analysis of speeds & feeds and wrote a Quality Case Study which would reduce monthly containment cost and improve seal performance. Teleflex Automotive (driver-adjustable accelerator and brake pedal): I did a critical supplier analysis and developed second source. I performed a DOE on assembly alternatives using flowcharts, and new assembly drawings to improve assembly yield from 54% to 98%. I managed the quality aspects of product launches for product used by GM, Nissan and Ford. ARTHUR W. (Bill) KIDD

2008 South 74th Street ● Fort Smith, AR 72903 ● Phone: C 479-***-**** ● H 479-***-**** E-mail: bkfsm @ aol.com

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Ward Corporation (aluminum casting): Made analysis of the casting and machining processes. I used Minitab to optimize casting sand green strength. I researched and analyzed and recommended ways to eliminate root causes of casting failures and improve finished casting yields. I retrained staff in the use of using “American Foundry man’s Standards”.

Karl Schmidt Unisia (cast aluminum and machined auto pistons): Assisted the Business and Production Teams installing automated Inspection equipment on high-speed production line and Instituted an on-line process monitoring with ASI- DataMyte tm. I made capability studies utilizing Minitab to pinpoint root causes and did machine acceptance testing in Europe. I developed corrective action database. I proposed corrective actions to reduce energy and machining cost 20%. Performed CMM layout study to successfully resolve charge - back issue with General Motors Drivetrain in favor of Karl Schmidt. Contract Quality Engineer, 2003-2003, Time Technical, Fort Wayne, IN

NISCO (molded & extruded silicone rubber): Capability studies and DOE, utilizing Minitab to pinpoint root causes for silicone automotive door seal bonding separations and gasket cut-length tolerance improvements. Wayne Combustion (furnace & oven burners): I utilized quality assessment metrics and a vendor-Improvement system for Wayne Pump Company, an oil/gas burner maker. I resolved cast-aluminum, iron and sheet-metal vendor issues and documented burner test program for gas and fuel-oil burners. I resolved fabrication and returned-product Issues. I trained Quality Department team to find root causes.

Process/Quality Engineer, 2000-2003, Dometic (RV heat pumps

& RV awnings), LaGrange, IN

I help resolved heat pump (hot/cold) cycling issues, electronic, electrical, and mechanical, water leakage problems, as well as failures of Recreational Vehicle awnings. Heat Pump manufacturing moved to Mexico. Where I provided, work instructions, and Quality training for assembly Operation. Invented tools, fixtures, and new packaging methods to cut cost and speed assembly for this new location. I Invented awning instillation kit with plastic molded protectors which reduce warranty cost by one half for ripped awnings during customer/contractor instillation. I developed development engineers testing technical solutions in US and Mexican assembly plants implemented tools, fixtures and product launches. I aggressively used 6-Sigma and “lean” manufacturing methods. ARTHUR W. (Bill) KIDD

2008 South 74th Street ● Fort Smith, AR 72903 ● Phone: C 479-***-**** ● H 479-***-**** E-mail: bkfsm @ aol.com

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vehicle equipment manufacturers.

Contract Quality Engineer, 1993-2000, Time and QCI Technical, Fort Wayne, IN

Established QS-9000 certification, product launches, and operational activities. This included programs for Chrysler, Ford, GM, and Toyota. (TQM). I used quality and problem solving tools, as well as 6-Sigma methods to highlight and resolve problems. I Auto brake, electrical systems and printed-circuit boards, engine, exhaust, Interiors, Rubber/ Seal, Body/ Frame, molds, Sheet Metal, sensors, steering and wire harnesses. I improved the quality, output and product acceptance. I generated AutoCAD designs of test fixtures, and machines. I performed CNC programming of lathe, mill and wire EDM. Vendors included: Alcoa, AEC, Bluffton Rubber, Group Dekko, and United Technologies. Senior QA Engineer, 1991-1993, Bowmar Aerospace

(Ordnance missile fuses): Fort Wayne, IN

I rearranged and prepared assembly line flow charts using “lean” manufacturing methods to improve processes. Worked with manufacturing engineer to establish a training program for assemblers. Prepared FMEA, control plans, SPC and acceptance test plans for refurbished and new fuses. Worked with machinist on in process test fixtures. Detailed and clarified process with AutoCAD drawings, pictures, 6-Sigma and assembly instructions at each workstation. This produced continuous improvement and reduced scrap 30%. Obtained, and introduced accurate electric torque tool to increase final assembly output of finished fuses from 100 to 678 units/day that were within specified limits.

Principal Design/ Vendor Quality- Engineer, 1985-1991, ITT Industries, Raleigh, NC and Fort Wayne, IN

In Ft. Wayne, IN I continued a vendor improvement program, using my personal computer to discover duplicate parts; saved $400K. I was one of twelve directly responsible for control of vendors. Principally space flight sensors and wafer level inspection and testing. In both cases. I utilized DOE, matrix analysis, time management, TQM, SPC and personal leadership to achieve company goals. In Raleigh, NC as principal design quality engineer evaluating design, warranty cost, environmental effects of first US digital telephone (TELECO) system. I prepared department budget, championed continuous improvement of design, vendor performance, and manufacturing Processes. Discovered European vendors did not meet ITT USA Standards for PC Boards or individual electrical components. These hidden flaws caused intermittent electrical failures, site outages and facility fire and destruction of TELECO facility. ARTHUR W. (Bill) KIDD

2008 South 74th Street ● Fort Smith, AR 72903 ● Phone: C 479-***-**** ● H 479-***-**** E-mail: bkfsm @ aol.com

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Product Support and Quality Engineer, 1980-1985,

Tecknit’s. Cranford, NJ

Assisted, tested and launched new products. I improved the manufacturing acceptance from 85% to 99.9% for electrical connectors. I designed and built connector testing machines, utilizing custom circuit boards to test product electrically. General Motors purchased my tester for electronic dashboard quality testing. My test machines were then sold GM for this and other programs. I designed and built a vision inspection system for Tecknit’s to support a Ford program that which we received the Ford Q1 award. I developed an emergency repair process for NASA dish antennas and invented EMI shielding application for AIL Eaton, which was used for the B-1B.

Education

● Christian Brothers Academy New Jersey High School 1959-63

● U.S. Navy-Boot Camp, Hospital Corps & Service Schools 1966-1970

● George Washington University, BS-Zoology, 1970-1974.

● Virginia State University, Richmond-1974 Electrical Engineering Courses

● Brookdale Community College, Lincroft, NJ-Computer Programing

● Fairley Dickenson University, Marketing Courses

● North Carolina State University, Raleigh -Electrical Engineering Courses

● Ivy Tech College - Machine Tool Technology courses - 1986

● Lehigh University – Quality Engineering Courses

● Taylor University – Writing Courses

● ITT- Principles of Lean Manufacturing

Self-directed Studies

● 6-Sigma

● ASQ Quality Engineering, Reliability Prediction

● Database Design & Programing

● Process Control & Flow Charting

● QFD

●World history

●United States History

●Mechanical Drawing, CAD/CAM

●Machine Design

●Morse code

●Ham Radio

●Digital Telephony

ARTHUR W. (Bill) KIDD

2008 South 74th Street ● Fort Smith, AR 72903 ● Phone: C 479-***-**** ● H 479-***-**** E-mail: bkfsm @ aol.com

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