Engineer Engineering

CRISTIAN POPOVICI, M.SC

*** *********** ***. 905-***-****

Oshawa, Ontario L1G 7P2 **********@******.***

http://ca.linkedin.com/in/cristiannpopovici

PROFILE

A result-oriented and dedicated team leader with 25 years mechanical engineering and manufacturing experience. Areas of expertise include research & development, manufacturing, project management, quality, testing and Lean Manufacturing.

Creates motivated teams by encouraging open communication and a free flow of ideas.

Demonstrates strong decision making in order to support the business and the customer

Knowledge concerning work duties, processes and procedures necessary for efficient completion of tasks

Effectively manages to implement engineering principles, manufacturing processes and leadership skills needed to accomplish a project, foresee potential problems and assign responsibilities

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

NORDCO INC. Jan 2004 - Present

Manufacturer of maintenance machines for railway industry

Sr. Project Engineer/Production Engineer

• Coordinated projects to develop new and updated machines by managing budgets and schedules to achieve client organizational objectives

• Led the engineering change process including BOMs, CAD drawings (PRO-E & AutoCAD) and control documents to suit customer standards and specifications

• Implemented Lean Manufacturing Processes, i.e. 5S, 7 Waste, A3, Continuous Improvement by recommending and planning procedures and strategies to decrease the takt time, reduce stock and increase inventory turns

• Evaluated and sustained quality procedures utilizing FMEA and Lessons Learned to achieve zero defects on delivered equipment

• Managed overall processes including scheduling, purchasing, production, testing documents, recommended manpower and vendor selection

• Initiated and implemented cost saving strategies by analyzing and approving new technologies for more ergonomic and productive machines

• Developed and recommended standardization strategies for engineering and production departments to organize and implement BOMs into the ERP (SYSPRO) system and work instructions which increased productivity

• Maintained ongoing communications between clients, engineering team and production team for the In Time Delivery and Customer Satisfaction

TOVEL MANUFACTURING 1998 - 2004

Manufacturer of Industrial Forklifts

Chief Engineer

• Managed a team of four including design and manufacturing personnel by directed and delegated tasks to complete all new projects within tight budgets and in time deliveries

• Reviewed and authorized all engineering designs and technical documentation to eliminate potential problems as well as meet customer satisfaction

• Analyzed product design to provide input to the most cost effective method of manufacturing

• Directed team by coaching and mentoring staff to prioritize tasks, timelines and lead times, and fostering highly productive, collaborative teams

• Hired, trained and developed skilled engineering personnel ensuring new hires followed standardized procedures and integrated into organizational and team culture

• Managed the vendor selection process and collaborated with suppliers for in time delivery parts

• Worked with executives to analyze and review new concepts, products and cost saving initiatives to maintain strong market share and continue to create and deliver competitive products

BFC UTILITIES 1997 - 1998

Provider of construction equipment

Design&Support Engineer, Contract

• Analyzed and monitored all new additions to the fleet to ensure compliance with annual operating budget

• Verified and implemented a preventive maintenance and repair schedules for construction equipment and transport trucks to achieve maximum service life of the equipment

• Developed and coordinated with suppliers to ensure parts met ‘The Safety Standard for Transportation’ guidelines

• Participated in strategic planning, business plan development and execution of machinery and technology

HYDRACINE, Division of Wajax Fluid Power 1994 - 1996

Manufacturer of hydraulic systems

Design Engineer

• Designed new hydraulic systems and power units in conformity with customer specification, providing math data, detail drawings and machining details

• Prepared quotes for customers and internal departments ensuring detail and accuracy

R&D INSTITUTE FOR HYDRAULICS, Romania 1989 - 1993

Project Engineer,Sealing Systems Department

• Researched and developed testing stands and parts for injection machines, mining equipment and sealing systems

• Conducted research to improve the material characteristics and viability of sealing systems for better performances and extended service life

HEAVY EQUIPMENT FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING, Romania 1986 - 1989

Provider of Construction Equipment

Maintenance Engineer

• Managed 150 technical and operational personnel, as a part of one of the biggest construction site, to provide functional equipment to customers based on daily schedules

• Acted as the main contact for special projects and key customers to achieve short term deadlines

EDUCATION

Master Degree in Mechanics, Specialized in Technological Equipment

Civil Engineering Institute – Bucharest, Romania

TRAINING

OEM 101 – Lean Thinking

FRA – NRC Certified

CRESTCOM – Manager Training Certification

Lean Manufacturing

Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

SCHROEDER INDUSTRIES - Contamination & Diagnostic Technology

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Experienced with Pro-E, AutoCAD, MS Office (World, Excel and Power-Point), Syspro, Business Vision and knowledge of SolidWorks.

Good knowledge of APTA and Transport Canada regulations.

INTERESTS

Computer hardware and software

Novelties in science and technology

Basketball, Tennis, Volleyball, Golf

LANGUAGES

English, French, Romanian

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