TED DANCIU Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)
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SUMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Expert in GD&T
** **** ********** ********** ******* with OEM: Chrysler, GM, Ford, Honda, BMW, Toyota...and Tier1: Magna, Stackpole, VanRob, FlexNGate, Martin Rea
Successfully Introduced New Products in an automotive production environment
Proficient in APQP (PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, EC, SPC, DV, PV, BOM. Technical documentation
Strong relationship skills with customers, personnel and suppliers
Extended experience in QA, engineering and manufacturing
Experienced in finding solutions using problem solving tools like root cause analysis, fish bone diagram, 8D, Pareto Charts, 5S...
Proficient in application of 3D and 2D CAD tools, MS office, MS project
Excellent tooling knowledge (stamping, molding, casting and welding)
Obtain accreditation to ISO17025
Manage 15 people
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ROBOSMART Inc. Provider of quality control tools and services to the Automotive industry
Quality Manager April 2012-Present
Develop, organize, implement and follow-up on the QMS (quality management systems) of the company
Direct the CMM operators so all PPAP, SPC studies, KPCs, Fixture certification and dimensional requirements are reported properly to the customer
Use Six Sigma methodology to control and improve the processes and eliminate errors
Manage corrective actions, preventive actions and containment plans
Train quality personnel
Follow and update the Quality Manual, Procedures, Control Plans...
Work closely with customers to identify solutions to their needs, implement those solutions
Control and track financial status and performance of department
Manage checking fixture design and manufacture
Manage contractors and suppliers performance and conduct internal and external audits
Interface with Engineering and Production
Achievements
Obtain ISO 17025 certification
Implement the R&D Research Rebate program
Lowered cycle time by 10% and reduced cost by 15%
Implemented QA receiving inspection procedures
DESIGN INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS Inc. Manufacturer of automation for the Automotive industry
Quality Manager May 2007 to April 2012
Developed sorting stations using robotics systems and vision systems
Developed testing equipment with integrated robotics
Manage the design and development of new products
Lead containment, rework efforts and quality alerts
Ensure awareness of customer/client requirements within the organization
Conduct internal and external audits, monitor the application of the Quality Manual
Get customer acceptance of quality control equipment
Coordinate Third Parties for smooth integration (PLC programming, specialized tools
Ensure adherence to TS16949
Manage and initiate Corrective and Preventive Actions
Manage Non Conformity Reports (NCRs)
Deliver best in class tools and services to Tier1 companies
Achievements
Outsourced design and reduced engineering cost by 50%
Introduce continuous process improvement to obtain price reduction
Introduce a Quality Systems and drawing standards
Introduced KPI (key performance indicators) in the management of my department
ACUM Inc. Provider of quality control tools and services to the Automotive industry
Quality Manager July 2002 to May 2007
Monitors daily operations of the team and provides leadership for their activities, which include day-to-day quality assurance activities, new product introduction, cost improvement, support of manufacturing
Develop, implement and monitor and audit schedule for surveillance on subcontractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with the Quality requirements of the project and the customer/client requirements
Measure parts and assemblies on CMM according to GD&T from customer
Report to customers PPAP, SPC, KPC and dimensional studies
Meet the delivery and profitability targets
Manage Cross-functional Problem Solving Meetings
Drive continuous improvement plans
Coordinate Gauge R&R studies
Coordinate the design and manufacture of checking fixtures
Achievements
Successful implementation of the ISO17025 standard, with accreditation
Increase business volume by 100%
Introduce Six sigma methodology with Black belt and Green belt teams,
TECS GROUP ENTERPRISES Inc. Start up manufacturer of tools for the Automotive industry
Engineering Manager August 2000 to May 2002
Coordinate the design and manufacture of stamping tools for the automotive industry
Write quotes and monitor financial performance
Implement the Health Safety and Environmental Management System
Introduce lean manufacturing and Kaizen, Kanban methodology
Create and implement world class engineering systems, create detailed requirements for new design projects. Create and maintain standard documentation
Develop customer base
Introduce CATIA as design system
Achievements
Tripled the number of customers
Create standard process forms for entire enterprise
Doubled the workforce of the company
Published articles in specialty magazine and presented at UNIGRAPHICS conference
ATOMA INTERNATIONAL (part of MAGNA) World class Tier1 in Automotive industry
Engineering Manager May 1999 to August 2000
Managed a group of engineers responsible for the design of latches and lift gate system for the new 2001 Chrysler RS minivan. The RS Program (Chrysler minivan with both side doors and the lift gate powered by motors – an industry first) was a success
Constantly communicate with Chrysler and Atoma upper management
Use good planning skills and good understanding of the processes and requirements
Coordinate the cross functional team in order to improve product performance and manufacture ability
Coordinate Engineering Change process based on design reviews, test results and TIRs
Use fish bone diagram, root cause analysis, critical path, Pareto Charts... in the development of the new systems
Maintain and update all documentation (CAD 3D and drawings, DFMEA, PFMEA, Test manual for the different stage of the program (DV, PV)
Troubleshoot all issued that appeared while developing the systems
Achievements
Successfully launch the RS Program
Improved the product
Managed to work closer with Chrysler team
Implement advanced CAD systems in ALS supplier base
DBM SYSTEMS Inc. Distributor of CATIA and MAPICS. Help customers with the integration of the software
Engineering Services Manager May 1996 to May 1999
Transform DBM into a sought after engineering consulting company
Increase services offered to clients from just 3D modeling and drafting; to black box design, finite element analysis (FEA), tool path generation (CNC & CMM), project management, rapid prototyping, programming, engineering consulting, tool design…
Offered consulting across 3 CAD platforms: CATIA, I-DEAS and UNIGRAPHICS
Supply consulting services to Automotive, Aerospace and General manufacturing sectors
Coordinate the Supplier 2000 Business Partner with Chrysler and IBM
Assist the supplier community to conform to OEM requirements, as well as meet the very tight deadlines expected from them. That required excellent planning, dedication and above average engineering skills
Hire some of the most talented engineers in the industry in my Engineering Services Group
Keep them motivated, constantly update their skills and help them maximize their potential. Provide technical leadership to coach the team.
Increase customer base
Support the sales and UNIX service teams
Achievements
Maintained a growth rate of over 50% per year for the Engineering Department
Grow engineering team from four to fifteen members
Make presentation to CATIA conferences
Secure Magellan Aerospace as the biggest aerospace customer
Catia Engineer June 1994 to May 1996
Designed parts and assemblies for the automotive industry
Create drawings, create 3D models, review documentation
Designed parts that were: stamped sheet metal, cast aluminum and cast iron, molded plastic, machined ….
Good understanding of the OEM’s specifications and requirements
Meet and exceed all our customers’ expectations
Teach and demonstrate CATIA to customer
Achievements
In May 1996, I was promoted to Engineering Services Manager
Become CATIA Expert level 2 (very few in North America)
MULTIMATIC TECHNICAL CENTER Inc.World class Tier1 in Automotive industry
Catia Engineer June 1993 to June 1994
Design door checks and hinges
Use CATIA to design a better product through the use of Kinamatics
Achievements
Complete my knowledge about all systems that are in a car door
KTM LOCKS Inc. (part of MAGNA)World class Tier1 in Automotive industry
Catia Designer September 1992 to June 1993
Designed hood and trunk latches and door latch assemblies
Design handle assemblies, rods, control mechanisms, striker assemblies…)
Achievements
Learn about automotive requirements and procedures
PRATT AND WHITNEY CANADA
Draftsman May 1989- September 1992
Design Aerospace components
Redesign Magnesium gearbox to Aluminum
Part of the TQM team
Achievements
Learn CADAM
Learn CATIA
Integrate in the Canadian workforce
Education:
Master of Applied Science in Aerospace Studies
Member of APEO (Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario)
Areas of Personal Interest:
Orienteering, Sailing, Yoga, Foreign languages: French, Italian & Spanish