Mfg/Quality Engineer
Resume:
Human Resources Manager
Greetings,
In response to your notice on Indeed.com web site for a Medical Device Manufacturing Engineer, please review my cover letter and resume. My qualifications match your position requirements.
BS in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Oregon State University.
Seven years of experience of Quality Engineering experience in a FDA regulated manufacturing environment.
I have in depth knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 and have written numerous procedures, work instructions and training documents keeping the ISO requirements in mind. I am qualified as a Lead Auditor for ISO 9001.
I developed, implemented and maintained a defect monitoring system using Defects Per Million (DPM) to identify components that needed quality improvements. The same system also reflected improved quality from suppliers.
Have used control charts, run charts, PARETO graphs, Gage R&Rs and other SPC tools to control processes and monitor supplier process controls.
More than ten years of experience with Excel, Word, Power Point, Visio and some work with MS Project. Other work with NW Analytical, Data Mite and QI Macros quality software packages
Five years experience as the leader of the Material Review Board. The team researched root causes and documented and implemented corrective actions.
In the spring of 2004 I took a 40 hour training session for Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
I have used this training to help implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement projects.
I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to learn more about this position.
Neil Birch
Milwaukie, Oregon
Phone: 503-***-****
Email: **************@*****.***
RESUME
Neil Birch
16575 S. E. Catlyn Woods
Milwaukie, Oregon 97267
Phone: 503-***-****
Email: **************@*****.***
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Obtain a challenging position that will utilize my experience in manufacturing and management to achieve company goals and customer satisfaction.
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
Over 15 years experience in Manufacturing Quality Assurance.
7 years experience with incoming inspection.
Experience with interviewing, motivating and evaluating personnel.
Demonstrated ability to implement processes and procedures for accuracy and productivity.
Effective communicator with creative problem solving skills.
Commitment to high quality results with keen attention to detail.
Have supervised up to 45 manufacturing personnel in a 3 shift environment.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Extensive experience working with all levels of manufacturing to insure quality products are shipped on time.
Experience implementing and maintaining SPC.
Proven ability to work with vendors, customers and internal resources to resolve quality, cost and delivery issues.
Years of experience using software packages for data analysis and document writing, such as MS Word,
WordPerfect, Excel, Power Point, Visio and others.
Have experience working with JUST IN TIME inventory methods.
FMEA Training and experience.
One year as a Lean Coordinator completing dozens of Kaizen events saving over $500,000 per year.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Oregon State University
Taguchi approach to Design of Experiments (DOE), Clackamas CC
Statistical Applications in Manufacturing, (SPC), Oregon Institute of Technology
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training
Solidworks training, Clackamas CC
Neil Birch 16575 S. E. Catlyn Woods, Milwaukie, Oregon 97267 Phone: 503-***-****
Email: **************@*****.***
EMPLOYMENT PROFILE
10/01 to 1/09 MICROPOWER ELECTRONIC Portable power battery packs.
13955 SW Millikan Way, Beaverton, Oregon, 97005 PH# 503-***-****
POSITION TITLE: Supplier Quality Engineer and Lean Coordinator
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Project work involving upgrading quality systems to meet FDA regulations. Internal training of quality personnel on inspection methods and procedures. Developing and writing documentation to make documentation more user friendly. Lean champion and Kaizen Event leader.
3/94 to 9/01 NORTHWEST FOURSLIDE Precision metal stampings.
13945 SW Galbreath Dr., Sherwood, OR 97140 PH# 503-***-****
POSITION TITLE: Quality Engineer and Shipping Supervisor
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Direct Supervision of shipping, receiving and packaging personnel. Shipped small and large quantities worldwide. As a Quality Engineer implemented and maintained ISO-9000 quality system. Worked with customers with quality issues concerning SPC and customer rejects/returns.
4/93 to 8/93 UNIFORCE STAFFING SERVICES Professional contract assignment.
7320 SW Hunziker Rd., Suite 103, Tigard, OR 97223 PH# 503-***-****
POSITION TITLE: EDM Sales
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Direct contact with customers quoting materials, wire EDM work, tool and die work and general bench work involving molds and dies. Extensive customer contact involving costs, timing and quality aspects of each job.
7/91 to 3/93 KINETICS, INC. Metal injection molding.
10085 SW Commerce Circle, Wilsonville, OR 97070 PH# 503-***-****
POSITION TITLE: New Product Development Engineer
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Process development for injection molding of powered metal to manufacture small complicated metal parts. As project leader I worked with customers, vendors and internal resources to establish processes for new products. Documented processed and recommend improvements.
11/89 to 3/91 CONSOLIDATED METCO Aluminum die casting.
POSITION TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Engineering support for Aluminum die casting. Provided training and documentation to implement SPC on the manufacturing floor. Provided technical support with quality, process and equipment trouble shooting. Project work included equipment installations, assisting with start up, developing operational documentation and training operators.
1/84 to 11/89 WACKER SILTRONIC Silicon wafer manufacturing.
7200 NW Front Ave., Portland, OR 97210 PH# 503-***-****
POSITION TITLE: Process Engineer
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Technical support for silicon wafer manufacturing. Provided training and documentation for implementation of SPC. Provided support for quality, process and equipment trouble shooting. Equipment and process installations complete with documentation and training.
1/83 to 1/84 GLOBE UNION BATTERY Automobile battery manufacturing.
POSITION TITLE: Shift Supervisor
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Supervisor for lead acid battery manufacturing. Responsible for manpower utilization, employee motivation, employee training, work in process inventory and production schedule compliance.
10/77 to 7/82 BLOUNT IND. OREGON CUTTING SYSTEMS Saw chain manufacturing.
1909 International Way, Milwaukie, OR PH# 503-***-****
POSITION TITLE: Production Supervisor
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Responsible for manpower utilization, employee motivation, employee training, and work in process inventory and production schedule compliance developing and managing the department budget.
REFERENCES
Earl Miner, Blount Ind. PH: 503-***-****
Tom Malolepsy, Northwest FourSlide, PH: 503-***-****
Jim Weile, Dura Metals, PH: 503-***-****
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