Engineer Quality
Resume:
Brenda E. Domingo
Worcester, Massachusetts 01603
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Experience: Johnson Electric - Saia Burgess Automotive Actuators Springfield, TN
Quality Engineer (2/21/07 – 4/8/08)
• Responsible for the improvement of assembly quality and performance of automotive actuators by 25% on 7 different product lines by initiating Six Sigma principles such as SPC and scheduled DOE’s based upon monthly quality metric results.
• Implemented quality improvements in response to daily reported first time quality and scrap measurements and customer incidents.
• Respond to formal customer incidents utilizing tools such as 8D’s, 5-Why formats, Fish Bone Diagrams and QRQC principles.
• Assist in the development of Pre-Production Order runs and PPAP submittals to customers and aided in the reinforcement of Supplier CAR’s
• Decreased outstanding CAR’s from suppliers by developing cross-functional teams that met daily to concentrate on key quality and design issues that directly affect the customer.
• Implemented an incoming inspection line and developed work instructions that responded to top customer quality issues at hand.
• Implemented a Kanban system to aid in organizing and processing nonconforming material and pre-production orders. This resulted in 100% reduction of waste in the MRB system as well as a 30% improvement in inventory tracking at the end of the fiscal year.
International Truck and Engine Corporation (Navistar) Indianapolis, IN
Quality Team Leader/Quality Engineer (11/99 - 10/02)
• Implemented quality improvements in engine assembly and test by identifying root causes both in house and at the customer, provided short term corrective actions, and helped to generate long term solutions
• Performed team leader duties over Quality Inspection which included time and attendance, torque analysis, assembly line troubleshooting, and nonconforming parts containment
• Developed daily quality reports and shift quality reports to present to plant manager and staff
• Conducted and participated in ISO 14001 and internal audits as part of core quality responsibilities
• Developed and maintained 8-D reports on key issues that affected part quality and manufacturing processes
Cummins Engine Company Columbus, IN
Supplier Quality Improvement Engineer (5/99 - 11/99)
• Improved quality of diesel engine components 40% in 3 months at over twenty suppliers by using and implementing QS-9000 principles, APQP, and effective root cause/corrective action analysis
• Conducted PPAP's and Supplier Process Audits on new and existing components and developed 7-step analysis reports on daily nonconformances
• Managed quality involvement in the product change process and provided quality changes and improved testing methods at the supplier that produced cost reductions and aided in the assembly of components
• Developed and improved inspection methods in-line and at receiving inspection
• Lead weekly cross-functional meetings to discuss top weekly quality issues, identify responsible parties for implementation, and tracked project status in an Access database
Product Engineer (11/97 - 5/99)
• Provided short term procedures for assembly line issues that pertain to the fit, form, and function of components and developed plans for permanent corrective actions
• Supported returnable packaging team by identifying assembly line issues that directly coincide with packaging and material handling
• Provided design changes for components that produce cost reductions, aided in the efficiency of assembly, and protected the customer
• Conducted weekly meetings that focused on the top assembly issues to set goals for permanent solutions and reported it to plant manager
• Department representative in corporate diversity council
General Electric Aircraft Engines Lynn, MA
Manufacturing Quality Engineer (7/95 - 7/97)
• Improved quality and manufacturability for commercial and military jet engine lines through the implementation and utilization of statistical process control (SPC)
• Implemented process control program that reduced manufacturing losses on the F404 engine line and improved the overall quality of the Stage 3 Fan Disk by 40% in three months
• Implemented Flow Technology and lean production on F404 and CF34 engine lines that resulted in 100% reduction of NMR’s and manufacturing losses in two months
• Conducted SPC and Flow Technology/Kaizen training to cell leaders, staff, and operators in order to produce cross-functional teams and empower them to share and initiate “fresh ideas”
Consulting:
BMW Spartanburg, SC Contract Quality Engineer (10/06 - 12/06)
• Assisted with engine test and vehicle dry runs to determine quality performance of engines
• Constructed database of battery life and usage for X5 vehicle
Faurecia Interior Systems Fountain Inn, SC Contract Quality Engineer (6/06 – 10/06)
• Designed and constructed receiving inspection station for the BMW X5
• Maintained receiving inspection documentation and monitored quality metrics
• Trained receiving inspection personnel on TS-16949 and Six Sigma methodologies to maintain control over key quality characteristics and attribute data.
Education: Boston University Boston, MA
Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering, May 1994
Computer Experience: Languages - Pascal, Assembler,
Software - UNIGRAPHICS, AutoCAD, CATIA, Paradox, MS Office
Other Experience: Skills - Drafting/Technical Drawing Preliminary Review Certification, Demand Flow Technology implementation, ISO 9001, Ergonomics, Six Sigma trained, Certified
QS-9000 Auditor, trained in: MSA, FMEA development, and PPAP submission
Honors: The National Dean’s List (1990-1992)
Activities: National Society of Black Engineers - Alumni Regional Publications Chair (1999-2000); American Society of Quality member; Massachusetts Pre-Engineering Program - Alumni Relations Chairman of the Board (1997-1998), Student Member (1985-1990); Society of Manufacturing Engineers (1993-94); violinist; published poet; plus-size model, certified professional chauffeur (2003 - Present
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