TARIQ Z. QAZI
*** ********* **. ******, ** *****
*******@*****.***
TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR & ENGINEER
Certified Technical Professional, Supervisor, and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt combining over 18 years of experience and project management expertise. Results-oriented, driven specialist credited with developing safety programs, spearheading projects, and creating and implementing policies, SOPS, WIs, and GMP procedures to improve operations. Excellent communicator and managing engineer with a systematic approach to business, specializing in the field of safety, and the proven ability to exceed in a fast-paced environment.
AREAS OF STRENGTH
Analysis & Problem Solving
Conflict Management
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Geo-plan and NET-workflow
JDSU/Wind-catcher
Project Management Fundamentals
Quality Leadership Processes
iDAS Benchmark Testing
Equipment/Parts Tracker
Detailed Scopes of Work (DSOWs)
Profitability
Project Direction
Relationship Building
Post Processing JDSU
RF Engineering
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Motive Energy Telecom – Corona, CA 2014 to 2015
iBwave Engineer/PM
Draw walls using iBwave and assist Design Engineers on iDAS. Finalize and present design packages for executive sales teams via PowerPoint. Conduct iDAS benchmark testing using JDSU, and travel out of state for standards testing and post-processing for universities and buildings. Create RFDS and equipment lists for sites, and attend design walks for iDAS systems. Assist and submit COP and SOW. Receive and issue POs and Invoices with the department manager and uploaded them in the VZW Ariba.
Key Accomplishments:
Streamline operations by updating the master tracker daily and providing current and upcoming projects dates and statuses to the director.
Facilitate enterprise functions by creating and updating the Parts & Equipment tracker daily.
Pinpoint opportunities for improvement by evaluating and organizing benchmark data using wind-catcher.
Ericsson – Irvine, CA 2013 to 2014
RF Engineer in Construction Management & Regulatory Compliance
Processed documents according to FCC standards using Geo-Plan. Submitted timely, applicable filings to ensure site and license compliance with Federal Regulations (FCC/FAA) for the California market. Collaborated with federal, state, and city jurisdictions to meet regulatory and zoning requirements. Attended scoping meetings with Ericsson, General Contractor, and Vendors. Developed initiated projects in NET-workflow (NWF) while using Geo-Plan to make necessary modifications on the sites (including NBS designed). Updated DSOWs against RFDS and Plumbing Diagrams. Reviewed Material Lists, updated trackers on Excel, and provided feedback to PM and Construction Manager. Analyzed and verified documentation for accuracy and completeness on new site construction as well as modifications to existing sites.
Key Accomplishments:
Applied expertise with NET-workflow and Roof-view Excel Macros to confirm regulatory standards and limits related to technical modifications on antennas.
Improved DSOWs by meeting directly with RF Engineers and reviewing RFDS.
Initiated “Work Instruction” FCC/FAA filing procedures for new hires and existing associates.
Created DSOWs for Southern California Verizon Wireless sites’ “AWS Addition Project.”
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
T-Mobile – Irvine, CA 2010 to 2013
Modernization Engineer
Established and troubleshot easy-to-understand methods to identify and fix vital issues. Ran final inspections and provided reports to senior leaders as needed. Enhanced information regarding RET projects along with the Project Manager. Set project plans and coordinating with different groups, including project managers and teams, consultants, and vendors, to communicate goals and applicable requirements. Personally trained several new employees from Metro PCS. Adjusted and checked antenna down tilt as per area RF Engineer, using ACT Lite software. Provided Technical Support to Operation and Maintenance staff and addressed mechanical inquiries. Updated weekly audit reports and submitted findings to managers.
Key Accomplishments:
Elected as Project Lead on the Remote Electrical Tilt Mod project.
Initiated designs based on Modernization Site Configurations to adjust RET node(s) and cable/control functions.
Guaranteed the best possible experience by troubleshooting sites and getting them up and running alarm free.
Conducted Maintenance Site Audits and provided weekly reports to prevent potential problems.
Supported Engineering Groups in the continuing effort to improve mobile network efficiency and quality.
Surveyed T-Mobile sites and provided detailed reports for materials needed.
Banner – High Point, NC 1997 to 2010
Training & Development Specialist (2000 to 2010)
Administered on-the-job training programs, guaranteeing associates satisfied mandatory requirements. Reviewed plans with the Director, team members, and internal stakeholders to ensure multi-party input and alignment. Handled projects individually from a grass roots level. Developed and organized training manuals, visual aids, and other learning materials. Designed and completed several projects with time and budget limits.
Key Accomplishments:
Established on-boarding programs for new hires entering the company.
Improved employee’s productivity 67% by developing OJT (On-the-job Training) programs in Excel and implementing them in Production Departments.
Trained and supervised new associates during the on-boarding process and established New Hires Orientation.
Continually assessed and analyzed internal staff training needs for gaps, developed creative and innovative solutions to fill those gaps, and provided coaching.
Communicated compliance issues associated with training, SOPs, GMPs, and safety regulations.
Supervised and trained over 100 new associates during the OJT process.
Production Supervisor and Trainer (1997 to 2000)
Supervised over 40 employees, including three leads in Inspection, Packaging, and Printing Departments.
Trained several employees in classroom (SOPs, WIs, BPRs, and Safety Rules and Regulations).
Trained and mentored more than 150 new associates on various operations processes.
Drafted a daily productivity report for the department manager and coordinated with the shift supervisor.
Verified all documentation prior to submitting into the (documentation control) QA department.
Conducted weekly employee meetings and discussed and shared enterprise goals and achievements.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Business Administration
GTCC College, Jamestown, NC, 2003
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
University of Karachi, Pakistan (1994)
35 PDUs in Project Management Professional Course (PMP)
Professionals in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and V-lookup
Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Technical Trainer Quality Leadership Processes iBwave