Quality Engineer

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position with a progressive company with the potential for growth and advancement.

EXPERIENCE:

GOODRICH LANDING GEAR, Tullahoma

TN (2009 - Present)

Manufacturer of machined landing gear hardware for the aerospace industry, including Boeing, Airbus and Lockheed. Processes include profiling, vertical horizontal lathes, boring mills, natal etch, chemical milling and general assembly equipment for an AS9100 /ISO:9000 Certified Company.

Quality Engineer (2009 - Present)

• Responsible for all company quality metrics, corrective action board reviews and presentations.

• Responsible for new program quality improvements as a member of the Red Team. Main objectives of team are to improve quality rating on program by reducing escapes and non-conformances through continuous improvements.

• Participated in 10 Lean Events in 2009 as a requested member.

• Responsible for all scrap transaction in SAP and for physically mutilating and discarding all scrap as required by government regulations.

SUMMIT POLYMERS Shelbyville, TN (2007 - 2009)

Manufacturer of molded class A interior components for the automotive industry. Processes include injection molding machines, paint booth processes and general assembly equipment for a TS16949 & ISO 14000 Certified Company.

Quality Control Engineer (2007 - 2009)

• Lead quality representative in 2 new program launches simultaneously. Responsible for all quality documentation and development of control plans and FMEAs.

• Coordinated all aspects of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) utilizing various web based documentation systems.

• Trained and managed personnel on the interpretation and implementation of customer specifications.

• Prepared graphs and charts of data and entered it into computer for analysis.

• Compiled and maintained controlled records and related files to release Quality and Environmental documents to manufacturing and other departments.

• Responsible for all daily quality concerns and customer concerns for 2 new program launches.

WORTHINGTON PRECISION METALS Franklin, TN (1990 - 2007)

Manufacturer of precision components primarily for the automotive industry. Processes include CNC Lathes, Machining, Grinding, Super-finishing, Drilling, Honing, and Heat Treat for a TS16949 & ISO 14000 Certified Company.

Quality Control Engineer (2001 - 2007)

• Was instrumental in new program launch activities including assisting process engineers in all APQP activities and development of control plans and FMEAs.

• Coordinated all aspects of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).

• Developed and oversaw all aspects of gage design & acquisition.

• Planned frequency of the testing and calibration procedures for instruments and equipment.

• Trained and managed personnel on the interpretation and implementation of customer specifications.

• Prepared graphs and charts of data and entered it into computer for analysis.

• Supervised the daily activities of 3 shifts in the metallurgical and metrology laboratories.

• Compiled and maintained controlled records and related files to release Quality and Environmental documents to manufacturing and other departments.

• Recommended modifications of existing quality and production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.

Quality Manager/Quality System Management Representative (1997 - 2001)

* Planned, coordinated and directed quality control programs designed to ensure continuous production of products consistent with established standards.

* Assured quality system was established, implemented and maintained and reported the performance of the quality system to the management group.

* Supervised seven employees, scheduled work hours, resolved conflicts, and determined salaries.

* Acted as customer liaison with external parties on matters relating to the quality system.

* Investigated reports of defective parts to determine nature and scope of problems.

* Examined, measured and tested defective parts for conformance to engineering drawings and print specifications, using precision measuring and testing instruments.

* Evaluated findings to formulate corrective and preventive action plans and coordinated implementation of plans.

* Coordinated and directed material review board to determine disposition of defective and damaged parts.

Quality Supervisor (1994 - 1997)

* Supervised and coordinated employees in the Metrology and Metallurgical labs.

* Assigned duties and examined laboratory work for exactness and conformance to policies and procedures.

* Established inspections and testing according to customer prints and specifications.

* Trained employees and oversaw their interaction and evaluations.

* Directed laboratory technicians in measuring and testing product, as well as tabulating data concerning product and process quality.

* Devised methods in order to solve problems in measurements and calibrations.

* Interpreted specifications, customer and process prints and inspection methods and instructions to laboratory technicians.

Gage Lab Technician (1991 – 1994)

* Measured parts for conformity with specifications, using micrometers, calipers and other precision instruments.

* Repaired and calibrated instruments and equipment used for measurement.

* Interpreted engineering drawings and specifications.

* Selected products for tests at specified stages in production processes.

* Inspected and tested products for dimensions and performance characteristics.

* Evaluated data and wrote reports to validate and indicate deviations from existing standards.

* Responsibilities included first piece inspection for new setups, calibration, gage setup, maintenance, and repair, various process studies.

Machine Operator (1990 – 1991)

* Operated drilling machines, such as single-and multiple-spindle drill presses to drill, ream, countersink, spot face, and tap holes in metal work pieces according to specifications.

* Moved machine controls to feed tools into work pieces and engaged automatic feed.

* Observed machine operation and verified conformance of drilled work pieces to specifications, using fixed gauges, calipers and micrometers.

* Changed worn cutting tools, using wrenches.

* Moved controls to adjust cutting speeds, feed rates and depth of cut.

* Successfully achieved product quality, SPC and production goals.

EDUCATION:

Eagleville High School Eagleville, TN (1983)

High School Diploma

TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS:

* Starrett Advanced Metrology System * Worthington Industries Supervisor Training

* Basic Heat Treating Principles and Practices * Dale Carnegie Leadership Training for Managers

* Datamyte Quantum QA/DC * Process Problem Solving

* Starrett Measure Manager Training * Statistical Process Control-Basic

* AS9100 Internal Auditor * ISO 14000 Environmental Management Systems Overview

* Worthington Industries 10 Key Principles (Communication Workshop)

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

* Advanced Quality Planning * Goals Driven and Results Oriented * Statistical Process Control (SPC)

* Control Plan Development * Lead Quality Auditor * Strong Communication Skills

* Cost of Quality * PPAP Submission * Strong Computer Skills

* Cost Reduction * Print Reading Including GD&T * Strong Leadership Skills

* Cp/Cpk Analysis * Problem Solving * Supplier Development

* Document & Data Control * Procedure Development * Sampling Plan Development

* FMEA Development * QS-9000/ISO Implementation * Reports and Presentations

* Gage Calibration & GR&R

* Lotus Notes

* SAP * MS Word, Excel, & Power Point software

* DataX * Impact Database software

* Participated in Lean Manufacturing Initiatives.

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AWARDS & PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:

* Perfect Attendance Awards for 1992 - 1993 * ASQ Member since 1994

REFERENCES: References are available upon request.

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