Manufacturing Engineer Quality

Kendra Thorpe

Roxboro NC, ***** 336-***-**** Email: *********@*****.***

Objective: To obtain a challenging position with an organization whereas my experience, achievements, and knowledge will allow the opportunity for professional growth. Such as planning rules and modifiers to drive manufacturing software such as MS and MRP, planning and monitoring the cost of projects, preparing schedules with inputs from several prime contract sources, and managing systems.

Core Competencies:

Strategic Planning

Possess Strong Verbal and Oral communication skills

Data management tools

Problem solving/decision making skills

Technical Skills Software: MATLAB, Python, Arduino,Fusion 360, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Lab skills: Micro-CT, Tensile stress-strain tests (performed in conjunction with video extensometer), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Photo-DSC, Rheology, Casting dogbone samples, Top-down Digital Light Projection (DLP) printing Machine shop certified in Pratt Student Shop

Employment:

Restor3d, Durham NC February 2020- Currently

Senior Quality Technician

Large amounts of experience in 3D printing, device assembly, and PCB manufacturing

Assisted in the development and implementation of the company quality system; supported the quality team in authoring and managing documents related to the quality management system

Performed root cause investigations for corrective and preventative actions to ensure continual improvement in quality

GKN Driveline, Timberlake, NC September 2014-February 2020

Assembly Line

Inspect all parts before shipping to customers using standard operating procedures

Re-work any parts due to manufacturing errors for GM, Chrysler and Ford Parts if necessary

Work with engineers to problem solve recurring issues on the line

Review and approve standard operating procedures after manufacturing engineer writes them

Work on various assembly lines for introducing new products and running standard products

Motivated team to increase throughput by over 25% by helping where needed and providing positive encouragement

Inspect labels for internal and customer labels to ensure no quality claims

Logistics

Forklift certified, Sit-down certified

Storing parts in proper location

Familiar with the supply commands like PLO, PMV

Childcare Network 57, Durham, NC May 2010-August 2013

Lead Teacher

Observe and monitor children's play activities

Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts

Education:

University of Phoenix, Tempe, Arizona August 2017-July 2020

B.S – Business Administration

Management in High Tech Industries: Explored foundational concepts and frameworks on how to manage and lead successfully, developing skills such as communicating more effectively and how to give and receive feedback

Piedmont Community College, Roxboro, NC May 2011

Associate Degree - Early Childhood

Person High School, Roxboro, NC August 2003-June 2007 (Diploma)

Achievements/Awards:

Early Childhood Credentials 1 & 2, Medi Tech Certificate, CPR & First Aid Certificate

References: Available upon request

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