Francis M. Vaccarella

**** ****** **., ***********, ** 37172

Phone No.:615-***-****. E-Mail: ad2tbz@r.postjobfree.com

Quality Engineer – Process Improvement Powerful Strategist Quality Control Project Management

An accomplished business savvy professional and service veteran with robust experience acquired over the years in delivering optimal results & business value in high-growth environments and establishing key relationships with business segments. Dynamic, versatile, and detailed-oriented leader well versed in all aspects of developing quality control processes. Skilled in meeting quality standards to minimize quality costs and maximizing customer satisfaction. Identify root cause and instigate permanent corrective actions for product quality issues. Ensure products are designed with adherence to legal and safety standards. Conduct hardware audits to validate product conformance to documented requirements. Adept at evaluating the final output of products to determine their quality. Responsible for collaborating with engineering, test, and supplier personnel to lead RC/CA efforts for supplier items. Assist program in ensuring supply chain compliance to company processes, contractual requirements, and product specifications. Provide technical advice and counsel to cross-functional teams assigned to process improvement. Ability to build control measures, support risk management efforts, and maintain technical documentation using various software solutions. Sought for expertise in optimizing processes, facilitating continuous improvement, and ensuring flawless project management. Exceptional communication, presentation & interpersonal skills with proficiency at grasping new concepts quickly and utilizing the same in a productive manner.

~ Defined, specified, and implemented quality standards and procedures for manufacturing processes ~

~ Interfaced with Sustaining Engineers, Sourcing, Suppliers, SMT stakeholders, Management, and DCMA ~

~ Verified procedure adherence to Quality Management System requirements ~

~ Designed and analyzed inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment, and conducted quality assurance tests ~

Skill Areas: Strategic & Operations Planning Quality Engineering Design for Manufacturing Relationship Building Manufacturing Process Best Practices Quality Assurance Data Analysis Project Management Performance Process Improvement Strong Interpersonal Skills Analytical Skills Team Management Communications Critical Thinking Problem Solving Time Management Attention to Detail Innovation Leadership Management Skill 1. PPAP: Experience of over 20 yrs. which includes automotive, aerospace, and med equipment. 2. NCMR: Experience of over 20 years which covered inhouse issues as well as supplier issues.

3.Supplier change mgt.: Experience of approx. 20 years. Worked with the applicable supplier "deck" to keep the rev. levels of the supplied items up to date using PPAP requirements of the suppliers.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Hawkins Glass Wholesale, Lorton, VA. (Sept 2022-Mar 2023)

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

* Developed inspection methods to analyze product-ballistic glass-quality

* Worked together with relevant teams and departments to improve products

* Ensured products adhered to company, industry, and DOD quality standards

* Helped to formulate a strategic plan to increase productivity in the business

* Documented results and findings after inspections were carried out

* Implemented a working system to ensure conformity and accuracy in the production process

* Used: APQP, SPC, 8D, 5 Why, RCCA, AS 9100/AS9102, ISO 9001:2015, PFMEA, Micrometers, Calipers, Height gage,

CAD, Excel

Latitude [contract to Antenna Research Associates, Inc., Laurel, MD.] (Jul 2022- Sept 2022)

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

* Developed inspection methods to analyze product quality in a machine shop

* Worked together with relevant teams and departments to improve products

* Ensured products adhered to company, industry, and DOD quality standards

* Helped to formulate a strategic plan to increase productivity in the business

* Documented results and findings after inspections were carried out

* Used: APQP, SPC, 8D, 5 Why, RCCA, AS 9100/AS9102, ISO 9001:2015, PFMEA, Micrometers, Calipers, Height gage, CAD, Excel

Belcan Techservices [contract to Eaton, Beltsville, MD] (Apr 2021 – Jul 2022)

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

* Managed functions pertaining to developing inspection methods to analyze product quality

* Worked together with relevant teams and departments to improve products

* Ensured products adhere to company and industry quality standards

* Formulated a strategic plan to increase productivity in the business

* Documented results and findings after inspections were carried out

* Implemented a working system to ensure conformity and accuracy in the production process

*Used: APQP, SPC, 8D, 5 Why, RCCA, AS9100, AS9102, PFMEA, DFMEA, Discus, Micrometers, Calipers, Height gage, CAD, Excel

Sun Technologies Inc. [contract to Lockheed Martin, Orlando, FL] (Oct 2019 – Mar 2021)

Supplier Quality Engineer

* Responsible for reviewing LM manufacturing specifications to identify materials needed for production

* Researched, sourced, and assessed the best vendors to supply the necessary materials

* Visited vendor facilities and observing the manufacturing environment to review and assess their procedures

* Performed regular quality control audits to ensure vendors continue to work in compliance with company and federal

standards

* Reviewed incoming supplies and products from vendors to check. for defects and ensure quality

* Conducted tests and assessments on products to identify quality issues

* Used AS9100, AS9102, ISO 9000, SAP, 8D, APQP, RCCA, 5 Why, P2P, Excel

Infotree Service, Inc [contract to BAE, York, PA] (Mar 2019 – Sep 2019)

Senior Quality Engineer

* Pioneered efforts to handle the entire gamut of functions pertaining to developing and implementing quality control

systems

* Inspected and tested materials, equipment, processes, and products to ensure quality specifications are met

* Collaborated with operations managers to develop and implement controls and improvements

* Ensured that workflows, processes, and products comply with safety regulations

* Investigated and troubleshoot product or production issues

* Developed corrective actions, solutions, and improvements

* Reviewed codes, specifications, and processes

* Used APQP, SPC, PFMEA, SAP, 8D, ISO 9001, RCCA, 5 Why, Micrometers, Calipers, Height Gage, CAD, Excel

Larsen & Toubro Inc. [Remote] (May 2018 – Mar 2019)

Project Lead / Supplier Quality Auditor

* Developed/ implemented/ reviewed quality control audit plans for various clients

* Identified testing parameters for products

* Evaluated production stages and testing the composition, appearance, and functionality of completed products

* Ensured that products comply with industry standards

* Documented defects and recommendations for improvement

* Prepared and presented quality audit reports to senior management

* Used APQP, AS 9100, 8D, SAP, 5 Why, RCCA,, Excel

American Contract Group [contract to Cobham, Davenport, IA] (Jul 2017 – May 2018)

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

* Reviewed design plans, process procedures, test procedures, and quality manuals to understand the scope, requirements,

and function of the problem

* Ensured that products meet the organizations and customers quality and product integrity requirements

*Supported the product development or operations team by providing analysis and expertise throughout the inspection process.

* Identified root causes of problems in the production process; recommends and/or implements corrective measures

* Analyzed data to identify trends in product quality or defects to mitigate and prevent recurrence and future defects

* Ensured manufacturing processes comply with federal, state, local, and industry standards and regulations

* Used ISO 13485, ISO 14971, SPC, 8D, APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, 5 Why, RCCA, CAD, Excel

PRIOR EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

Precision Resources Quality Engineer [contract to Teledyne Turbine Eng., OH] Mar 2017 – Jul 2017

* Reviewed design plans, process procedures, test procedures, and quality manuals to understand the scope, requirements,

and function of the problem

* Ensured that products meet the organizations and customers quality and product integrity requirements

*Supported the product development or operations team by providing analysis and expertise throughout the inspection process.

* Identified root causes of problems in the production process; recommends and/or implements corrective measures

* Analyzed data to identify trends in product quality or defects to mitigate and prevent recurrence and future defects

* Ensured manufacturing processes comply with federal, state, local, and industry standards and regulations

* Used ISO 13485, ISO 14971, SPC, 8D, APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, 5 Why, RCCA, CAD, Excel

Verify Supplier Quality Engineer [contract to Triumph, Nashville,,TN] Dec 2016 – Mar 2017

* Pioneered efforts to handle the entire gamut of functions pertaining to developing and implementing quality control

systems

* Inspected and tested materials, equipment, processes, and products to ensure quality specifications are met

* Collaborated with operations managers to develop and implement controls and improvements

* Ensured that workflows, processes, and products comply with safety regulations

* Investigated and troubleshoot product or production issues

* Developed corrective actions, solutions, and improvements

Engineering Services Group Quality Engineer [contract to GDOTS, VT] Feb 2016 – Dec 2016

* Inspected and tested materials, equipment, processes, and products to ensure quality specifications are met

* Collaborated with operations managers to develop and implement controls and improvements

* Ensured that workflows, processes, and products comply with safety regulations

* Investigated and troubleshoot product or production issues

* Developed corrective actions, solutions, and improvements,

TascTechnicalServices Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer/ Representative [contract to Northrop, TX] Dec 2014-Feb 2016

* Inspected and tested materials, equipment, processes, and products to ensure quality specifications are met

* Collaborated with operations managers to develop and implement controls and improvements

* Ensured that workflows, processes, and products comply with safety regulations

* Investigated and troubleshoot product or production issues

*Used APQP, SPC, PFMEA, SAP, 8D, ISO 9001

Black Diamond Network Quality Engineer [contract to Synthes, FL] Sep 2014 – Dec 2014

* Inspected and tested materials, equipment, processes, and products to ensure quality specifications are met

* Developed and implemented production controls and improvements

* Ensured that workflows, processes, and products comply with safety regulations

* Investigated and troubleshoot product or production issues

* Developed corrective actions, solutions, and improvements

* Reviewed codes, specifications, and processes

* Used APQP, SPC, PFMEA, SAP, 8D, ISO 9001, RCCA, 5 Why, Micrometers, Calipers, Height Gage, Last Word

Entegee Quality Engineer [contract to Hill-Rom, IN] May 2014 – Sep 2014

* Ensured that products meet the organizations and customers quality and product integrity requirements

*Supported the product development or operations team by providing analysis and expertise throughout the inspection process.

* Identified root causes of problems in the production process; recommends and/or implements corrective measures

* Analyzed data to identify trends in product quality or defects to mitigate and prevent recurrence and future defects

* Ensured manufacturing processes comply with federal, state, local, and industry standards and regulations

* Used ISO 13485, ISO 14971, SPC, 8D, APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, 5 Why, RCCA

EHD Technologies Supplier Quality Engineer [contract to Unipres, TN] Sep 2013 – May 2014

* Identified root causes of problems in the production process; recommends and/or implements corrective measures

* Analyzed data to identify trends in product quality or defects to mitigate and prevent recurrence and future defects

* Ensured manufacturing processes comply with federal, state, local, and industry standards and regulations

* Used ISO 9001 SPC, 8D, APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, 5 Why, RCCA

Volt Management Group Quality Engineer/ Mfg Plan Auditor [contract to Triumph Aerostructures, FL] Mar 2013 – Sep 2013

* Identified root causes of problems in the production process; recommends and/or implements corrective measures

* Analyzed data to identify trends in product quality or defects to mitigate and prevent recurrence and future defects

* Ensured manufacturing processes comply with federal, state, local, and industry standards and regulations

* Used ISO 9001, 8D, APQP, PFMEA, 5 Why, RCCA

American Contract Group Quality Engineer [contract to Stryker, MI] Jun 2012 – Mar 2013

* Identified root causes of problems in the production process; recommends and/or implements corrective measures

* Analyzed data to identify trends in product quality or defects to mitigate and prevent recurrence and future defects

* Ensured manufacturing processes comply with federal, state, local, and industry standards and regulations

* Used ISO 14971, SPC, 8D, APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, 5 Why, RCCA

Oxford International Quality Engineer [contract to Zimmer, IN] Jan 2012 - Jun 2012

Volt Services Group Quality Engineer [contract to Deere Harvester Div., IL] Aug 2011 – Jan 2012

Foster Design Quality Engineer / MFG Plan Auditor [contract to Spirit Aerosystems, OK ] Mar 2010 – Aug 2011

Volt Services Group Quality Engineer [contract to Insitu, WA] Aug 2009 – Mar 2010

Manpower Professional Quality Engineer [contract to Abbott Labs, TX] Sep 2007 – Aug 2009

Volt Services Group Quality Engineer [contract to AAR, FL] Feb 2007 - Sep 2007

Triad Worktec Program Quality Assurance Systems Specialist [contract to Boeing IDS, CA] Oct 2006 – Feb 2007

Volt Services Group Quality Engineer [contract to Rolls Royce Energy, OH] Jul 2006 – Oct 2006

Peak Technical Supplier Quality Engineer [contract to Middle River Aircraft systems, MD] 2005 – Jul 2006

Arnold-Hanafin, Corp. Quality/Process Auditor [contract to Pratt & Whitney, CT] Nov 2004 – Nov 2005

Ehd Technologies, Llc Quality Assurance Consultant [clients: MBUSA, Nissan, GE, Gulfstream] 2003 – Nov 2004

Aerotek Supplier Quality Engineer [clients: GM-Cadillac and Corvette; Hi-Lex, Jeep “KJ” programme]1999 – 2003

Belcan Tech Services acting Quality Manager [contact to AP Automotive Systems, OH]1998 – 1999

Jackson Automotive Group Quality Engineer [direct employee, Jackson, MI] 1995 – 1998

Gem Tool & Die Owner/Quality Manager, Detroit, MI 1982 – 1995

Lear-Siegler Management Services Division Shift Lead Structures Mechanic Overhaul & Repair, San Diego, CA 1977 – 1982

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CREDENTIALS

BA [Business] University of Michigan Apr 1994

Military Service:

• Air Force, Honorable Discharge, 1973-1977

Training and Certifications:

• Airframe/Structures Repair and Leadership Training, US Air Force [1973]

• Journeyman’s certification [machinist/tool & die]—US Department of Commerce [1983, Gem Tool and Die]

• ASQ, Certified Quality Technician [1995, Jackson Automotive Group]

* Certified RABQSA AS 9100 Standard Auditor, 2007 (certified by SAI Global, cert. # 79879)

* Internal Quality Auditor [AS 9100 C/D], 2017 [Toledo Turbine Engines]

* Internal Quality Auditor [AS 9100 C/D], 2017 [Cobham]

Technical Skills:

Microsoft Office Suite and Internet, APQP, ISO9001, AS9100, ISO13485, ISO14971, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Gage R & R, SPC, 8D, Discus, Open Layout, Last Word, Sketchup, Auto Cad

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