Quality & Supplier Quality Engineering Leader

Shawn J. Burton

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Corinth, TX 76210

Cell Phone: 586-***-****

E-mail Address: *************@*****.***

https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-burton-65921519

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: Quality Manager/Manufacturing/Supplier Management/Product Development professional. Experience in operational, quality regulatory, engineering change, manufacturing initiatives. Experience in leading process improvement and technology delivery/deployment implementations. Strong safety/ business acumen, relationship builder, influencer, and trusted mentor.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Bell Textron Fort Worth, Texas 4/21/2026-Present

Quality Operations Specialist (Contracted Through Soft-World a Kelly Services Co.):

Main Responsibilities

Participated in the 525 Conformity Inspections efforts supporting Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Type Certificates and Post FAA Type Certificate projects, maintenance and inspection recording and tracking of Flight Test aircraft and the updating of aircraft inspection processes/procedures used in the Flight Test environment and that of the 145 Repair Station, to ensure safe and compliant Flight Operations. Contributed to the ongoing efforts that support the preparation and readiness for the MV-75 aircraft.

Main Tasks and functions of my position Quality Operations Specialist:

Support Flight Test inspection planning activities which include the resolving of CAMS and Electronic workbook problems integral in 525 Conformities.

Complete installation and detail (part) conformities using research through SAP/ENOVIA and vender documentation to include inspection records, material certs and ATPs.

Interface with Suppliers and Internal Facilities to facilitate reception of accurate component conformity documentation.

Support documentation review and troubleshooting, in direct support of Configuration Management activities for the 525.

Support Type Certificate and Production Certificate activities through liaison with Flight Inspection team and the Manufacturing & Maintenance Unit Members of the ODA.

Assist in the review of applicable Quality policies and procedures.

Support FAA Repair Station Part 145 internal audits as requested.

Provide reports and status updates as requested.

Skills trained in and utilized: Enovia, SAP, SAP CAMS (Visiprise).

Fai Development & Review.

Salcomp, Inc. Arlington, Texas 12/15/2025-04/01/2026

Supplier Quality/Incoming Quality Control Manager.

Main Responsibilities

Analyze & validate the reported internal supplier issues.

Determine cause & responsibility by reviewing drawings or specifications & measuring parts.

Notify suppliers, initiate containment, update internal systems & generate/ follow up on corrective actions.

Follow up Claim process, RMA & MRB process for non-conforming material from Suppliers.

Create and maintain Quality receiving inspection plans in SAP.

Supervise and manage Incoming Quality Control Inspectors (A, B and C shift).

Perform virtual & onsite supplier audits as needed.

Maintain & generate reports/charts for metrics utilizing data mining from various support systems.

Accuracy, attention to details & appropriate turnaround time in all internal & external communication.

Experience in advancing a Zero-Defect culture utilizing advanced Quality tools such as statistical analysis (SPC), 8D corrective action, 5 why analysis, Ishikawa diagrams and other tools.

Ability to solve a wide range of difficult problems in imaginative and practical ways and evaluate alternative solutions that may require coordination across multiple teams. Ability to establish goals and objectives to complete projects.

SAP – Quality Receiving inspection module.

Communications & Power Industries, LLC (CPI), Plano, TX. 8/18/25- 11/04/2025 Quality Assurance/Quality Control Manager.

CPI headquarters is in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems for Satellite Communication’s & Antenna/Radar Systems. CPI has manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. The CPI team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

ACCOUNTABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING:

• Quality Management Systems: Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems to ensure compliance with ISO industry standards ISO/QS 9001 Certifications, AS9100 Certification.

• Quality Standards: Establish quality standards and procedures for production processes and finished products.

• Policy Recommendations: Recommend quality control standards, policies, and practices for the division.

• Monitoring & Evaluation: Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of quality control measures, making necessary adjustments as needed.

• Team Leadership: Lead, train, and mentor a team of quality control inspectors and technicians, conducting performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback.

• Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and quality excellence within the team.

• Product Compliance: Ensure all products meet quality specifications as agreed by customers.

• Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in manufacturing processes and implement corrective actions.

• Customer Complaints: Coordinate the investigation of customer complaints and recommend corrective actions.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and certifications.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of quality control activities, including inspection records, test results, and corrective actions.

• Reporting: Prepare and present quality reports to senior management.

• Proposal Input: Provide input into proposals regarding quality and quality clauses according to Customer Contract Requirements to ensure customer requirements are met.

• Prepare FAI Documentation and Requirements, if required,

• Supplier Management-Work with Supply Chain-Procurement Area to Improve Supplier performance.

• Create any New Work Instructions, New Procedures that applies to the Production/Manufacturing Areas. requirements are met.

• Prepare FAI Documentation and Requirements, if required,

• Supplier Management-Work with Supply Chain-Procurement Area to Improve Supplier performance.

• Create any New Work Instructions, New Procedures that apply to the Production/Manufacturing Areas.

The Main Position Responsibilities and Project(s) Worth:

Quality Assurance · Quality System · ISO 9001 · AS9100: Quality Management Systems: Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems to ensure compliance with ISO industry standards ISO/QS 9001 Certifications, AS9100 Certification.

Projects and Revenues in estimation between $750,000-$30,000,000 USD each.

Customer Base-L3, Collins Aerospace, General Atomics Aerospace, General Dynamics, etc.

LAID OFF-Due to the Company not performing as expected at the end of 2025 and the start of 2026, my position was eliminated.

Elbit Systems of America, Fort Worth, TX. 10/30/2023- 8/14/2025.

Senior Quality Engineer: Defense Contractor-Mortar Systems, Power Units, Armored Tank Internal Filtration/Respiratory Systems/F16 Electronic Component Systems.

FAI Development, MRB Processes, Process Audits, Supplier NCR, CAPA, Development.

Accomplishments at Elbit Systems of America:

Organized Rework Project for the JDAM Heat Seeking Circuit Board Systems.

Left Elbit Systems of America to pursue a Management Position at Communications & Power Industries, LLC (CPI)-Plano, TX.

Parker Strato-Flex Products Division (Aerospace), Fort Worth, Texas 3/06/2023-10/13/2023.

Supplier Developmental Engineer (Contract through NTS Unitek): Job Duties: To support Parker site developing PFMEA, Control Plans and working with Statistical process control deployment) Work with site functions to develop PFMEA, Control plans and statistical plans (Cpk’s). Ensures that project and/or process control documentation is compliant with requirements and/or contract. Experience advancing Zero Defect culture utilizing advanced Quality tools such as statistical analysis, PPAP’s, APQP, 8D corrective action. Perform Risk Assessments, Create/Maintain PFMEA, Control plans documentation using enterprise platform to ensure compliance to Parker standards.

Accomplishments at Parker Strato-Flex Products Division

AS9100, AS13000, AS13007 Experience.

Supplier Risk Assessments, Audits and Capabilities-Onsite & Teams Meetings (New & Legacy Suppliers).

ELM Field Sight, LLC. Lewisville, TX 9/12/2022-11/02/2022.

Manufacturing Supervisor/Manager Duties: ELM Field Site provides unique solutions in Asset Monitoring and Control to their customers. Their products include:

Micro Grid Site Controllers for energy systems that include generators, inverters, solar arrays, and batteries.

Battery Energy Storage Systems.

ELM Field sight Manufacturing Manager/Supervisor responsibilities performs and oversees assembly, Quality Assurance Procedures, SOP’s, and factory testing of our Battey Energy Storage systems and Microgrid Site Controllers. This Supervisor is responsible for mechanical assembly of enclosures, electrical wiring of the system, factory testing, and maintaining good documentation for quality assurance. The electrical wiring will include both AC and DC wiring with wire sizes ranging from 22 AWG to 500 MCM. This position uses Microsoft Office Products for developing and reading assembly instructions.

The position has management responsibility for 6 Assembly Technicians and the overall manufacturing facility.

Left Position-Not a proper fit.

Quality Assurance Engineer:

TMGCore, Inc. Plano, TX 2/21/2022-7/11/2022. Quality Assurance Engineer-Duties: Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Engineer works within the Quality Assurance team to ensure the overall quality of a manufactured product and is tasked with creating documentation, devising quality tests, and defining the criteria a test result must meet. In addition, QE will work in conjunction with other functions and cross-functional teams to drive quality in every aspect of our business. Responsibilities: Create and maintain documented information to demonstrate compliance with requirements, Monitor and engage in the production cycle, reporting malfunctions, and developing solutions to correct deficiencies, Develop Inspection and evaluate methods to analyze product quality. Work with other internal and external functions for our organization to improve our products and services by making recommendations for changes in manufacturing processes or engineering design. Ensure that our products adhere to all applicable requirements. Assist in the creation and growth of the company’s Quality Management System. Assist in identifying risks and opportunities and devising appropriate actions to address them. Conduct supplier audits, on-site inspections and monitor supplier related non-conformances. Support ULCE Certification process. Placed on Furlough/Laid Off due to Market and Bitcoin Downturn.

Accomplishments at TMGcore, Inc.

Developed & Implementing ISO 9001:2015 IMS Systems & Audit ISO27001 Cybersecurity Systems.

Supported ULCE Certification process.

Performed Quality and Supplier Quality Functions and developed SOP for Quality Checks within the Manufacturing Process.

Technical Writer-Lead: (Worked under the Marketing Group): Laguna Tools (Laguna Super Max, Dake), Grand Prairie, TX Date: 11/2020-2/18/2022.

Writer & Developer of Technical Manuals & SOPs for CNC Machinery. Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology. Maintain records and files of work and revisions. Confer with applicable resources to establish technical specifications and to determine subject material to be developed for publication (including – digital photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts). Review published materials and recommended revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of reproduction. Verification of document accuracy at point of use.

Managed/Supervised up to 2 Technical Writers. Resigned, offer from TMGcore, Inc.

Contract Technical Writer:

E-Mist · Contract July 2020 - August 2020 · 2 mos. Aledo, TX

Duties: E-Mist (Production of Electrostatic Disinfectant Sprayers) Aledo, TX 7/20/2020-8/04/2020. Contract Technical Writer (Developer of Instruction/Trouble Shooting Manuals)- Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology. Maintain records and files of work and revisions. Contract Ended.

Senior Quality Engineer:

Klein Tools Mansfield, TX 9/17/2018-11/16/2019. Senior Quality Engineer/Infinity QS Proficient Administrator- Duties: Implemented and is responsible for the Infinity QS/Proficient System at the Klein Tools Heritage Plant. Trained all Associates/Floor Personnel on the Operations of all Workstations of this SPC System. I analyzed manufacturing processes for improvement using various methods of testing and inspection. Develops, applies, and maintains quality requirements and standards for development and manufacturing products. Serves as the primary quality assurance resource to department supervisors(s) for problem identification, resolution, loss reporting and continuous improvement (Root Cause Analysis-Ishikawa Fishbone & 5 Why). Supports concurrent engineering efforts by participating in design development projects representing quality assurance and the customer. Designs and implements methods for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection. Promotes and executes quality standards, inspection processes, test methodology, quality plans, documents, and reports. Assists in process validation when changes occur, understands and complies with the ISO standard requirements. Perform all other duties as assigned. Managed/Supervised up to 7 Quality Inspectors/Technicians. Laid Off-Company due to over-expanding.

Accomplishments at Klein Tools-

•Implemented and is responsible for the Infinity QS/Proficient System at the Klein Tools Heritage Plant.

•Trained all Associates/Floor Personnel on the Operations of all Workstations of this SPC System.

Quality Technician II:

Serta Simmons Bedding Co Grapevine (DFW Airport), TX 8/2016-9/2018. Quality Technician II- Foster a safety culture using OSHA requirements. Member of the Serta Simmons Quality Council. Involved with Serta Simmons Bedding Co. Purchasing, Marketing, on New Product Line & After Market Products to pinpoint past & present Quality Issues and Part Specifications. Monitor and review CTQ / SPC/Error Proofing Controls. Review and report Supplier Quality issues use Root Cause Analysis-Ishikawa Fishbone & 5 Why processes. Follow up on Supplier Issues/Quality Alerts in house and to the SSB Corporate Supplier Quality and Purchasing Community. Training incoming New Associate's on SSB Bedding Co. Quality Standards and SOPs. Trained as SSB Certified Quality Inspector and Trainer of Quality Inspectors. Certified Trainer: Trained New Associates and expected New Trainers on the Federal Regulation 16 CFR 1633/1634. Performing Manufacturing Process Audits, New Implemented Daily FPY on a regular schedule (Submitting FPY to SSB Corporate Team). Resigned-Not using my full skill set, no advancement opportunities (PLANT SHUTDOWN ON 10/2019).

Supplier Developmental Engineer:

Weir Oil & Gas: Weir SPM. Fracking & Service Pumps, Flow Control Products Fort Worth, TX 11/17/2014-10/2015 Supplier Developmental Engineer-Duties include but not limited to: Partnered with Weir Purchasing, Marketing, Program Management on New Product Line & After Market Products. Performed Supplier Audits use systematic audit protocols of current supplier use Root Cause Analysis-Ishikawa Fishbone & 5 Why processes. Develop the established supplier audit process and forms to improve the effectiveness of supplier audits. Experience with TS 16494, QS9001, & API Quality Systems, & Lean Manufacturing. Developed Supplier Quality Manual for Weir SPM/Weir Oil & Gas. Developed MRB (Material Review Board) Procedures & Protocols for Weir SPM/Weir Oil & Gas. Contributed to Developing for Sourcing & Supplier Auditing Protocols. Developed APQP/PPAP System for Weir SPM/Weir Oil & Gas. Laid Off due to Oil Industry Downturn.

Accomplishments at Weir Oil & Gas

•Implemented a New Ceramic Grinding Process at the Flow Control Value Stream which increased Productivity & Takt Time 20% and save overall yearly savings of $100K for that process.

•Implemented and expanded on the Weir Supplier Quality Manual by introducing New Supplier Quality Audit Processes for different Manufacturing Industries (Bearings, Forgings, Castings, etc.).

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Administration at Central Michigan University focusing on International Business.

Graduated December 1998. GPA: 3.55

Master's Thesis: Developing Design Standards for Small Clientele Base for Design Tech Engineering Using ISO 9000 Techniques.

Bachelor of Science Degree at Wayne State University. Graduated December 1991.

Past Accomplishments

Candidate’s Former Positions held and Experience of Processes, Products & Applications: Creaform-3D Measurement Technologies, Infinity QS Proficient Administrator, Supplier Developmental Engineer-10 years of Supplier Management and Conflict Management, Contract Quality Engineer/PPAP-TS 16949 Coordinator, Senior Corporate Quality Engineer /Customer Care Team Leader, Supplier Quality Engineer, Quality Engineer. TS16949, QS 16232 (Bearing Cleanliness), QS-ISO 9001, QS 13485 (Medical Device), AS9100, AS13000, AS13007 Quality Systems. Former-Tool Designer: Tool & Die & Fixture Design, Checking Fixtures, Attribute and Welding Fixtures for Automotive Assembly,

8+ Years’ Experience, GD&T, 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa Fishbone-Root Cause Analysis, PFMEA, DFEMA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, PPAP, APQP, Automotive Design Validation (ADV).

Industries Experience- Defense Contractor-Mortar Systems, Power Units, Cybersecurity, Aerospace, Crypto Currency Immersion Technologies, CNCN Machining, Automotive-Seating Systems Interiors, Wire Harnesses, Complete Automotive Assembly, Oil & Gas, Fasteners, Medical Devices, Consumer Goods -Parts (Carbon Fiber/Aramid Honeycomb Material), Mattresses. Automotive Plastic Interior Parts, Process Validation, (Seating Systems)-Textiles & Foam. Carbon Fiber, Railroad Systems-Locomotives (Mechanical/Electric), Diesel Engines, Supplier Management of Foundry Experience-Forgings: Knuckle Forgings, Sand Castings-Aluminum & Steel, Steel Moldings, Stampings, Heat Treating- Ford CQI-9 Heat Treatment Auditing.

Weir SPM/Weir Oil & Gas Kaizen Workshops & other CERTIFICATIONS

Weir SPM/Weir Oil & Gas Participated in (2) Kaizen's Events-

•Certificate of Completion-Zonal Quality-Valves Grind Cell Kaizen Date: 12/05/2014.

•Outcome: Designed Checking Fixture to Measure Valve Seal Segments for Warpage.

•Added Engineering Notes to Current Drawing of Seal Segments to make a better comprehension by Supplier of Requirements.

•Certificate of Completion-Valve Grind Cell Shop Floor Cell Kaizen Date: 2/13/2015.Outcome: Designed Checking Designed Checking Fixture to Measure Valve Seal Segments for Warpage.

Performed Grind Wheel Study in which resulted in the Following-

Switched Aluminum Oxide Grind Wheel Tools for the 3” Valve Seal Segments to Ceramic Grind Wheel Tools, resulting in a drop in Takt Time from 15 Minutes to 9 Minutes and Cost Saving of Over $100,000.00 USD a year.

Quality Assurance: 26 Years’ Experience in Quality/Supplier Quality Engineering.

Drafting/Design: 7-8 Years in Tool Designer: Tool & Die & Fixture Design, Checking Fixtures, Attribute and Welding Fixtures for Automotive Assembly (Solid Works, Catia).

Commodities: Satellite Communication’s & Antenna/Radar Systems, Defense Contractor- Perform FAI 3 Form Process on the F-16 Electronic Systems, Mortar Systems, Power Units, Armored Tank Systems, Aerospace Hydraulic and Hose Modules, Crypto Currency Immersion Technologies, Textiles, Fabric, Leather, Vinyl, Dual Clutch Transmissions, Bearings, Differentials, Wire Harnesses, Radiators, Automotive Locking Systems, Tires and Tire Wheels. General Manufacturing-Machining, Pneumatic Control Valves. Medical Devices-Lab Equipment (Plastic Pipettes, Diabetic Needles, etc.), Injected Plastic Molded Retractable Syringes, Retractable Scalpels, Diabetic Supplies, Process Validations. Aeronautical/Military-Actuators and Gear components for various Military Aircraft and Commercial Aircraft. Automotive Parts & Validation.

10 Years Exp. in Mechanical Engineering/Tooling Design Exp. with 25 Years Quality/Supplier Quality Engineering, Supplier Development & Management & Manufacturing. 30 Years total experience.

Data Base Management: JD Edwards, ERP One-LN System, SharePoint, Enovia, Net Inspect, Net Suite, 365 Office, Net Suite, Oracle, Minitab-17, Agile, Klein Tools-PDV, Infinity QS-Proficient SPC System, SharePoint, E-Quality, ADP Portal, Kronos, Syteline, AS400, Oracle, SAP Systems, ROSCI-Program Management System, HONDA Business/Manufacturing Systems, HRT Supplier Tracking, Trained in Ford CQI-9 Heat Treatment Auditing Capacity & Capability Processes. Lotus Notes, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Power Point, JDE System, Pro-Gage, Microsoft Outlook.

Elbit Systems of America Certifications Acquired (Fort worth, TX Location):

•Trained by PC by Global Electronics Association: IPC-A-610 Acceptability of

Electronic Assemblies, Certified IPC Specialist-Serial No. A610SH-250-***-****,

(Date of Completion: July 2025).

ESA CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION: 2025 ESA Electronic Communication Plan (ECP) & Camera training (June 2025).

ESA CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION: 2025 FWO ESD and FOD Awareness Training (November 2024).

Serta Simmons Bedding

•Certificate in Infinity QS-Proficient Fundamentals-at Infinity QS Office Training Facility in Fairfax, Va. Washington DC- Awarded: 2/01/2019.

SRAM, LLC

•Certificate Training of Geometric, Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) 2009 Ed. Standard per

ASME Y14.5-2009, October 8-10, 2013, Trained by. SRAM, LLC, Director of Engineering Education, Mike Larson.

Getrag Transmission Corporation (Sterling Heights, MI)-

•Trained by Ford STA -Direct Purchasing community on the following: Ford CQI-9 Heat Treatment Auditing and capacity capability processes (July, 2008).

Serta Simmons Bedding

•Certificate Training of SSB Fire Resistant Barrier System (Federal Regulation-16 CRF 1633/1634)

Training by Sirina Jacobson-Regional Quality Engineer, Serta Simmons Bedding Co. 10/19/2016

TMGCore, LLC

•Certificate of Completion-Creaform:5/2022- Creaform develops, manufactures and sells 3D portable measurement technologies and specializes in 3D engineering services. It offers innovative solutions such as 3D scanning, reverse engineering, quality control, non-destructive testing, product development and numerical simulation (FEA/CFD).

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