R. Perry DiAugustine

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Apex NC 27539 adzl4f@r.postjobfree.com Cell: 919-***-**** Page 1 of 2

Manufacturing Engineer, Technical Writer & Trainer Manufacturing Engineer experienced in high volume production with expertise in Documentation, Mechatronics and Training

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Developed Technical Training programs for Operators, Technicians and Jr. Engineers

• Technical Writing: Production & Eng. SOPs, equipment URS, FAT & SAT, etc.

• Process Engineer experience in high volume, 24/7 facility

• Experienced in production automation design

• Skilled in performing ISO 9000 sustaining activities

• Experienced in MS Office, SolidWorks & AutoCAD

• Accomplished in Process and Machine Validation

• 6 Sigma Green Belt Certified

• SME Certified Technologist

EXPERIENCE

Bell & Howell Durham, NC 1/2018 – 5/2023

Technical Instructor

‘Provided -Training technical Services training provided- in small class setting for OEM machine support’

• Developed training courses for field Technicians for the installation, maintenance and repair of OEM machines

• Led classes in basic electronics, machine operation, use of schematics and troubleshooting

• Developed safety training procedures for servicing energized equipment

• Conducted training feedback surveys, reported results and modified class strategies to optimize retention and efficacy

• Maintained training machines and oversaw related inventory of parts and consumable materials AW-NC Durham, NC 4/2015 – 12/2017

Automation Controls Engineer

‘Designed -Services automated provided- sub-systems for factory assembly lines’

• Authored controls diagrams, instructions, flowcharts and related documentation for new automated systems

• Integrated laser markers into existing production lines for product traceability

• Designed wire harness testers to support production QC

• Designed automated system to inspect key components for contamination

• Updated automated production cells with status light towers and HMI interface PowerSecure Morrisville, NC

Contract position via The Select Group staffing agency 11/2013 – 10/2014 Design Engineer

‘Worked -Services independently provided- and in small team settings to design and troubleshoot micro grid and Automatic Transfer Switching systems’

• Technical Writing- Worked independently to author operations, maintenance and validation documentation for new power transfer systems

• CAD Design- Utilized AutoCAD 15 to design and edit schematic illustrations to diagram the design and function of power generators, distribution systems and intelligent controllers

• Programming- Utilized GE Proficy system software for the programming of QuickPanel HMI touch screen systems that automate back-up power transfer systems

• Client Onsite Support- Provided field and validation support of automated control systems Independent PC & Home Network Support Provider (self-employed) Apex, NC 5/2013 – 11/2013

‘Providing -Services provided- reduced cost PC and home electronic support for seniors’

• PC Support (software): Operating systems installed (Windows XP, 7,8 and Linux Ubuntu 12); Virus protection and internet protection suites installed (Avast, Norton Internet Security, Spybot); manual removal of malware toolbars and potentially unwanted programs

• PC Support (1:1 training): Windows 8, Gmail, small business accounting (MS Excel 2013 & Apache Calc 4.0.1)

• PC Related Services: CAD drafting of residential properties, and interior floor plans (AutoCAD 2013)

• Home Electronics: Security motion detectors and IP security cameras installed, Entertainment systems set-up R. Perry DiAugustine

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Apex NC 27539 adzl4f@r.postjobfree.com Cell: 919-***-**** Page 2 of 2

CAI Indianapolis, IN 8/2012 – 4/2013

Validation Engineer Left to find employment with less travel

-‘Provided Services on-provided site Validation per assignment- services for Pharmaceutical, Biotech and other facilities complying with CFR Title 21’

• Genzyme Framingham, MA

o Validation of new bioreactor assembly: Update of Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) & documentation o Updating of P&ID AutoCAD files to reflect field revisions o Provided field support for performance testing of new bioreactor system: Verification of SCADA loops, PLC logic execution and proper operation of HMI terminals during Clean In Place recipe execution

• Ciba Vision Duluth, GA

o Researched product specifications of analytical equipment to meet URS needs o Drafted User Requirement Specification (URS) documents for purchase of new analytical equipment

• Argos Therapeutics Durham, NC

o Performed validation and troubleshooting of new documentation database software o Updated customer’s User Acceptance Test documentation to reflect test results Cree Inc. Durham, NC 9/2002 – 7/2012

‘Served in multiple manufacturing process roles to support the manufacture of LEDs’ Left to pursue Validation Engineering

-Key accomplishments per role-

• Process Engineer

o Authored department SOP documents, user manuals and training documentation for factory Operators o Authored related Quality Control (QC) documentation and Deviation Reports as needed o Sustained all area documentation for ISO 900 compliance and passed all audits o Led training activities for area Operators, Technicians and Legacy product Process Engineers o Implemented Statistical Process Controls to drive Kaizen efforts o Sent to overseas subcontractor facility to lead yield recovery efforts. Improved yields by 5% within 30 days of arrival

• Die Singulation Process Technician

o Authored SOP documentation for Operator level procedures o Introduced QC methodologies for inspecting critical tolerances of incoming consumables.

• Customer Service Representative

o Responsible for maintaining inventory levels of Cree’s Japan distributor o Represented customer requests for new product samples and order expedites Buehler Motor Inc. Cary, NC 5/2000 – 9/2002

Factory Automation Designer Left due to factory closure

‘Designed, -Key accomplishments- constructed, and supported factory automation assembly lines’

• Designed and constructed automated assembly lines for the manufacture of various automotive actuators

• Collaborated with internal and outside Machinists and vendors to ensure budget and project milestones were met

• Utilized ME-10 CAD software to create all project blueprints, schematics and BOM

• Authored all project related technical documentation such as user manuals and troubleshooting guides EDUCATION

• B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, Grad. 5/2005

• Associate’s in Factory Automation & Robotics, Wake Technical College, Raleigh, NC, Grad. 8/1998

• B.A. in Political Science, St. Andrew’s University, Laurinburg, NC, Grad. 5/1990 ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Member of Society of Manufacturing Engineers; Certified Technologist (CMfgT No. 20102117)

• Conversational Japanese Acquired while living in Japan

• Golden Key International Honor Society (Member No. 1340761)

• 6 Sigma Green Belt Certification Wake Technical Community College

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