Objective: Supply Chain Director

Summary of Qualifications

Engineer/ Estimator/Quality Manufacturing Specialist with strong problem-solving abilities and emphasis on written documentation and technical knowledge

Great client interfacing skills to resolve customer care issues and to ensure high quality product

Dedicated, detail oriented individual with outstanding analytical and mathematical skills, committed to growing intellectually and professionally

Traveled domestically and internationally to investigate and solve build problems

Process-oriented engineer trained in Kaizen and lean manufacturing concepts

Proficient in MS Office programs

Technical Summary

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

PLEX

SAP

Epicor, Vantage

Industry MRP

Industry specialized Estimating software

Education

Indiana Institute of Technology Elkhart, IN

Completed courses toward MBA/MSM with 4.0 GPA

University of Moldova Kishinev, Moldova

Graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

BSCE credential evaluation from WES (World Educational Services) locally accredited American Institution

Ivy Tech State College South Bend, IN

Graduated with an Associate’s Degree in Business/Design Technology

Languages:

Fluent in spoken and written English and Russian

Read German, Romanian and Ukrainian

Professional Experience

General Sheet Metal Works South Bend, IN 2013-2016

Advanced Quality Planning Engineer

Working knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production part Approval Process (PPAP).

Working knowledge of dimensional GD&T, check fixtures, and measurement systems analysis.

Support production and manufacturing operations by developing process flows, layouts, dimensional control plans, and prototype quality procedures.

Support Sales Engineering by developing routing and Bill of Materials.

Assist in investigating and solving quality problems including supplier quality issues.

Coordinate changes to product and processes between customer and plant operations team.

Interpret customer specifications and industry standards/documents.

Coordinated information exchange between the Engineering, Purchasing, and Sales

Remis America Elkhart, IN 2011-2013

Product Engineer

Was responsible for refrigeration doors and lighting design for grocery retails and military bases in the U.S, Mexico, and Canada.

Worked on production planning, work instructions, technical support to quality, sales and purchasing.

Created bill of materials, installation/assembly instructions, observed installation on military bases and grocery retails.

Managed new product development and existing product enhancements

Communicated with OEM manufacturers, traveled to Germany, and Mexico to solve build problems and resolve customer care issues

Interfaced with clients on resolving quality issues.

Worked on NSF and UL product certification, developed work instructions, interpreted customer specifications and industry standards/documents.

Coordinated information exchange between the Engineering, Purchasing, and Sales

Philips Products Elkhart, IN 2003-2010

Product Engineer

Engineering design for manufactured homes, residential market & RV Industry

Responsible for detail design and specifications, bill of materials, engineering changes, continues improvement and cost reduction projects

Implemented new products from the design concept to completion

Conducted plant audit, tests for new product and AAMA certification to insure compliance with the National standards and regulations

Worked successfully on cost reduction initiatives as a member of the Product Design Value Analysis Committee

Implemented new ERP system, developed work instructions for new product.

Created customized estimates which included material costs and labor

Provided technical expertise and assistance to Philips clients and Sales Representatives on Engineering Hotline

Worked with suppliers on improving quality of the parts and materials

Harmon, Inc. South Bend, IN 1997-2002

Project Estimator/Mechanical Designer

Engineering design and project estimates for national glazing contractor.

Recognized for my ability to handle complicated industrial and commercial projects, with special attention to details. Prepared Take-Offs, Material pricing, subcontractor pricing, labor hours.

Worked with vendors to obtain the quotes

Reviewed contract specifications and assisted in proposal preparation, conducted design quality control

Analyzed and coordinated construction documents and specifications including AM General extension project

Prepared engineering documents, including cutting sheets, Bill of Materials, shop drawings for welds and metal fabrication

AQUA project Inc. Kishinev, Moldova 1986-1996

Lead Engineer/Estimator

Plumbing, Piping, Fire Protection Systems, water filters and tanks industrial design and estimating

Pump stations, water/waste water treatment systems - industrial and commercial design and safety procedures

Performed technical writing and hydraulic computations to comply with Code and government environmental regulations, conducted design quality control.

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