Document Control Process Optimization

JOSEPH E. SANTILLI

Sarasota, FL 209-***-**** ************@*****.*** LinkedIn: [linked.com/in/joe-santilli-761178101]

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Technical operations and quality management consultant with 20+ years of experience driving quality systems, compliance, and process optimization in high-tech manufacturing environments. Proven expertise in ISO/AS9100 certification, ITAR compliance, vendor qualification, and new product/process introduction. Skilled at diagnosing operational bottlenecks, implementing scalable systems, and ensuring regulatory alignment for semiconductor, telecommunications, and defense-related industries.

Quality & Reliability Management (ISO 9001, AS9100, Trusted Foundry)

Manufacturing & Process Optimization

Regulatory & Compliance (ITAR, RoHS, WEEE, EHS)

Vendor/Supplier Audits (Domestic & Offshore)

Failure Analysis & Corrective Action

New Product Introduction & Qualification

Document Control & Data Integrity Systems

CONSULTING & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Director of Quality, EHS & Security (ITAR) Global Communication Semiconductors, LLC – Torrance, CA 2010 – 2014

Directed all quality and reliability programs, including QMS, in-line QA, calibration, and failure analysis.

Achieved ISO 9001, AS9100, and Trusted Foundry certifications.

Developed and implemented ITAR compliance policies and company-wide training.

Led EHS programs ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Director, Quality, Reliability & Assurance (QRA) Siimpel / Tessera MEMS Technologies / Digital Optics Corporation – Arcadia, CA 2006 – 2013

Designed and implemented QMS framework, securing ISO 9001:2000 certification.

Established and trained staff on online Document Control Systems.

Instituted SPC methodology to improve yield in high-volume production.

Led multiple consulting engagements for quality process improvement and vendor management.

Director QRA, Facilities, and EHS TelASIC Communications – El Segundo, CA 2005 – 2006

Implemented online Document Control System with full staff training.

Identified and resolved ADC yield problem via root cause analysis of foundry process.

EARLIER CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Directed QRA, Facilities, and EHS at Micro Linear (ISO certification, RoHS/WEEE compliance, vendor/product qualifications).

Founded and managed telecommunications company (CONNECTIVA).

Led QA and ISO initiatives at Cubic Memory and International Semiconductor Technologies.

Managed large-scale QRA operations at Sierra Semiconductor (25-person team).

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

MBA, Marketing – Golden Gate University

MSEE – New Jersey Institute of Technology

BSEE – Newark College of Engineering

ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt ASQ Certified Quality Auditor ASQ Certified Reliability Engineer

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