Manufacturing Technician Continuous Improvement

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May 27, 2025

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Ruthanne Betts

Integrity, Teamwork, Performance, Learning, Courage

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Able to prioritize, manage and execute work on multiple projects simultaneously with respect and integrity. Relate well to and effectively influence others both within and across functions through effective communication. Plan, organize, and own work assignments from start to finish. Powerful collaboration skills: customer focus, teamwork, influencing, and continuous improvement. Recognize impact behavior has on others and demonstrate commitment, adaptability, and resilience. Recognize and committed to the values of safety, 5S+ and environmental requirements.

OBJECTIVE: A position utilizing my education and knowledge of business acumen. I am emphatically reliable, responsible, dependable, hard-working, honest, technically precise, and a quality-driven professional team member.

July 2023 – Present Entegris Manufacturing Technician III Solids

I harvest ALCL3, Joppa27, and Moly chemistries after purifying. I fill 500, 600, and Joppa ampoules. After filling I run the Joppa morph stand, run pressure reduction testing, prepare for HCL testing, and HCL testing. I have been certified on all the above processes. I, also, perform the argon, alpha, and beta testing. I am very active in the 5S process in the solids work areas. I follow all WI for the above processes. I continue to support my teammates in any way possible.

Oct 2019 – July 2023 Entegris Manufacturing Technician 200L and Ampoules

I refurbish and assemble 18 different ampoules. I perform inbound, outbound, moisture and particle, and sensor testing verifying valve function and proper sealing. I troubleshoot canisters to find and correct failures during testing. I perform quality inspections on every material. Build all ampoules according to drawings and work instructions. I use torque wrenches, common hand tools, and pressure and vacuum testing equipment. I use SAP to process all paperwork. I have implemented 5S into my everyday work method and my team. I maintain a 5S mentality to maximize the quality of every product. I am a part of the Employee Engagement team. We create opportunities for the company to support our city by raffles, etc., and we have fun activities for the employees to get in involved in. I am also a certified ERT (Emergency Response Team) member. I will respond to all alarms within the site and provide the necessary assistance in order to eliminate the issue or provide the proper care until medical assistance has arrived. I was involved with the Leadership Team for a diversity group for Entegris.

Aug 2019 – Oct 2021 StandardAero F110 Mechanic I am an MRO and AIT mechanic working on the F110 engines. On the MRO engines, I disassemble the engines in order for the individual modules can also be disassembled. I follow the tech order to ensure proper disassembly per every countrys contract. This involves reading and understanding the needs for repair or replacement. I verify every part, part number, and their necessity of reuse or scrap list. Parts are then divided by individual module, tagged, and sent to quality. When parts are ready for assembly, I will follow the appropriate tech order in accordance to the customers guidelines. This involves knowing what customer you are working for, working in according with their tech order guidelines, IPB, drawings, and other necessary electronic documents. Parts are verified of serviceability, correct part number, and appropriate documentation that applies with each part. I follow every step to reassemble module per tech order. I use testing equipment to verify serviceability. Test equipment used, but not limited to, are ohm meter, calipers, guages, ovens, etc.. Every module is assembled with quality and safety in mind. I work hand and hand with quality, engineers, and the GE customer to provide discrepancies or ask for guidance. I have also worked on building new engine modules for purchase. I have assisted other mechanics as needed in order to ensure safety of the product and coworkers.

OCT2014 – APR2019: Field Materials Coordinator - Maintenance and Warehouse, Halliburton Energy Services, Elmendorf, Texas

Fleet operations. Worked with PSL in casing, general parts, maintenance, chemical and iron cage warehouses providing timely internal and external customer service. Understand the relevant PSLs and their products. Responsible for accountability, shipping, receiving, item serviceability, and inventory quantities. Performed weekly inventory reconciliation to ensure timely accurate billing. Worked intimately with other Halliburton locations and third parties to expedite shipments to and from my location. Verified quantities, functionality, owner, inventory reconciliation, and location of all items shipped or received. Created part orders from inventory reports, daily maintenance and field teams’ demands. Unloaded and loaded goods from various types of vehicles with forklift and manually. Packed materials for transportation and created shipping documents. Picked materials for goods issues and transfer accurately and on time. Applied Lean Manufacturing principles in my work locations and implemented 5S to optimize organization. As a result all warehouse goods categorized by location & labeled with commonly requested items in key locations. Computer skills include the navigation of appropriate application (Halworld, HMS, Knowledge Central, ESS, PPR, Hal University, Business Application Support, Chemship (MSDS), SAP, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and like applications.

SAP materials management transactions included goods receipts, goods issue, transfer postings, and research. Adhered to health, safety, environmental processes, and core values. Forklift license for standing and sitting styles.

JUN2013-OCT2014 - AMO Electro-Mechanical Tech, Baker Hughes San Antonio, TX

Functionally tested, assembled, disassembled and performed inspection of electro-mechanical assemblies in the Probe Dept. Reworked, repaired and modified non-confirming equipment. Work was performed using engineering drawings and documents, and in compliance with engineering standards. Complied with HS&E policies and procedures for operations. Entered data into database and accessed the necessary maintenance data records to apply conditional based maintenance routines and to enable problem /equipment failure investigations. Knowledge of basic operation of machinery, i.e. OD/ID Grinders, torque machines, overhead cranes. Identified and communicated technical problems by using logical troubleshooting techniques. Worked efficiently in SAP, Word and Excel. Proficiently used measurement and gauging equipment and processes. Proficiently used oscilloscopes, multimeters, megohmmeters, and other basic instruments. Conducted all business activities in accordance with Baker Hughes HSE policies, Legal Compliance requirements and Baker Hughes Core Values. Worked an “on call” rotating weekend schedule and overtime as needed. PPE/HSE attires.

NOV 2012 – APR 2013 - Physician Office Manager Stockdale, TX

Oversaw daily operations of the medical practice including maintaining clinical quality to meet patient and health insurance providers’ satisfaction, and managing the business office within an established budget. Supervised to include hiring and scheduling the office staff which included receptionists, medical assistants and billing specialists. Constantly looked for ways to save the practice money – operational efficiency and reduction of operating cost. Developed and implemented processes and procedures for the operation of the practice. Interacted with customers, medical reps, and outside sales/billing personnel.

NOV 2011 - OCT 2012 - Material Management Analyst

The Boeing Co., San Antonio, TX Applied knowledge of policies, procedures, regulations and standard best practices to deliver informational or technical materials to personnel. Collected, organized, synthesized, and analyzed data; summarized the findings and developed conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources. Made the most appropriate decisions, and ensured the buy-in and understanding of the resulting decisions. Monitored and tracked execution of project plans and communicated status to all participants. Complete knowledge of inventory requirements planning, (e.g. Lot sizes, Work In Process, Inventory Burndown, etc.), management and control, Just In Time, Kitting, Point of Use, inventory turn rate and procurement processes. Solved manufacturing problems with tool applications, used a computing inventory management system, and experience with portable tool and tool applications. Supported manufacturing requirements for non-production materials, tool, and shop supplies. Assisted with investigating changes in manufacturing requirements and supporting emergent requests. Assessed requirements, verified customer requests, gathered manufacturing and product information, coordinated with support organizations. Analyzed and oversaw procurement processes for products and services. Explored all possible options to resolve potential impacts to budget and manufacturing schedules. Reviewed on-hand inventory, performed inventory and coordinated redistribution of materials. Identified potential conditions that could contribute to gaps or key variances, analyzed the relationship between the conditions and effects. Distinguished causes from symptoms and identified the primary causes. Generated ideas for solutions, analyzed the effect or impact of each solution, and then selected the appropriate solution. Tested solutions, gathered feedback on the effectiveness, reviewed the impact on baseline measures, and modified solutions as appropriate to ensure effectiveness. Integrated clear decision criteria, information from various sources, detected general trends, associations, and cause-effect relationships. Implemented the decisions and initiated actions within a sound time.

NOV 2002 - AUG 2010; NOV 2010 - FEB 2011: General and Structural Mechanic, Heavy Aircraft (KC135 and C-17), The Boeing Co., San Antonio, TX

Performed heavy overhaul maintenance and modification. Removed and replaced mechanical and structural components. Removed and replaced and troubleshot flight controls, panels, rigging, engine changes, and life and fire systems, i.e. explosives, hydraulic, LOX, fuel/defuel, and pneumatic. Setup and used common tools - pneumatic, powered and non powered equipment, torque and hand tools. Used Lean Manufacturing and Quality principles. Performed operational inspections on aircraft using precision measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, ball gauges, depth gauges, etc. Inspected the aircraft for discrepancies such as improper hardware and aircraft parts. Was responsible to inspect the aircraft for discrepancies such as cracks, dents, primer, paint, corrosion, etc. Reponsible to ensure all aircraft components removed from aircraft were inspected to ensure proper accountability and documentation of noted discrepancies. Discrepancies were recorded per procedures, and discrepancies repaired or replaced per Tech Data, Drawings, Non-Conformance directions. Inspection stamp held for eight years. Ordered parts, stock, tools, material, and equipment necessary to perform duties. Read, interpreted and used shop math, schematics, drawings, technical manuals, written

instructions, test procedures, and best shop practices to perform and document work. Communicated with various operational and support disciplines. Used Lean Manufacturing and Quality principles and was progressively active in Lean Activities, not inclusive of 3P, Employee Involvement, 5S. Maintained and assisted others with 5S and lean procedures.

APR 2008 - NOV 2008 - Heavy Aircraft (C-17) Program Lead Operations Representative, The Boeing Co., San Antonio, TX Lead operations representative for three aircraft. Respomnsible for all support and technical requests, to include follow up and accuracy for each issue. Utilized quick and decisive interaction and coordination with all support groups (QA, Engineering, Supply Chain, sub-contractors, 3PLs, Management, Planning, I.T., Facilities, Security, Safety, Tooling, Operations Central Command, Leadership, Customers, Industrial Engineering, Liaisons, inter-Program and intra-Programs, etc.). Job duties were to facilitate and resolve any procurement requirements to prevent or mitigate work stoppage. Maintained and assisted others with 5S and lean procedures. MAY 2002 - OCT 2002: Helicopter General Mechanic, NorthStar Trekking, Juneau, AK Performed pre and post flight checks, overhaul, Airworthiness Directives, multiple hour inspections, and preventive maintenance. Read, interpreted and used shop math, schematics, drawings, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, and best shop practices to troubleshoot and correct mechanical discrepancies of aircraft configuration Removed and replaced discrepant parts, documentation, and maintenance of records in accordance with Federal regulations and shop requirements. Maintained a standard 5S work area. Used lean principles to effectively reorganize shop's hardware, parts, and tools. Crewmember during flight test maintenance validations.

MAY 1999 - MAR 2000: Bexar County Sheriff Deputy, Bexar County Adult Detention Center, San Antonio, TX Ran the command center. Maintained a safe, orderly and precise unit in accordance with the expectations and regulations of sheriffs department. Ensured that all inmates attended voluntary and mandatory classes and appointments. Performed inspections, investigated unit problems, and prepared official reports documenting daily activities and internal issues. Used interpersonal and professional skills to restrain and diffuse potentially violent situations. Interacted with the public, inter and intra- departmental personnel and other agencies in a positive and congenial manner. AUG 1997 - OCT 1998: Warehouse Manager, Fuquay Hydromulch, Austin, TX Managed employees performing activities based on project plans. Developed organizational strategies and provided technical management of suppliers. Implemented process improvements using 5S and lean procedures. Led and administered requests for long lead time quotes, high value and/or lengthy bills of material. Led activities for economy of purchases. Led and monitored customer allocation and delivery schedules and projections for significant customers. Developed improved forecasting strategies and coordinated changes.

JAN 1989 - JUN 1997: Store Manager, FarmCo Convenience Store, Georgetown, TX Performed business management of store. Developed and executed business plans, policies, procedures, and technical organizational strategies. Acquired resources, provides technical management of suppliers and made and implemented process improvements. Acquired resources, provided technical management of suppliers and lead process improvements. Developed and maintained relationships and partnerships with external and internal functions. Provided oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes. Managed, developed and motivated employees in multiple store disciplines. Increased overall store sales and profits by 20 percent using 5S and lean procedures.

EDUCATION NOV 2002 - JUN 2010: The Boeing Co., Various Mech and Structural Certs JAN 2001 - MAY 2002: Hallmark Institute, San Antonio, TX, Honor Graduate both degrees - A.A. Power Plant and A.A. Airframe. FEB - MAR 2000: Peace Officers Academy, TX Sheriffs Academy MAY - JUN 1999: Bexar County Sheriff Academy, TX Sheriff Academy. 1987 - 1989: Southwestern University, Georgetown, TX - Liberal Arts/Kinesiology Studies. LICENSES AND ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIPS F.A.A. Airframe and Powerplant License Aircraft Structural Certification F.A.A. Airframe and Powerplant License Safety Focal Microchip Diffusion Certification Texas State Jailer License Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society Diversity Group Vice President

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