- Technical interface between the component development team and the production side.- Improve the product quality and secure the product reliability by balancing cost of test and test coverage that could impact the production fall-off. - Identify and realize measures for yield improvement, test optimization and product cost reduction.- Provide DFM Design for Manufacturability methods.- Define the yield roadmap and drive the fulfillment during ramp-up and volume… Show more - Technical interface between the component development team and the production side.- Improve the product quality and secure the product reliability by balancing cost of test and test coverage that could impact the production fall-off. - Identify and realize measures for yield improvement, test optimization and product cost reduction.- Provide DFM Design for Manufacturability methods.- Define the yield roadmap and drive the fulfillment during ramp-up and volume production.- Statistical methods and tools, Manufacturing process, Product reliability and qualification, Computer-aided design and simulation programs, Automatic test equipment and tools, Project Management, Strong analytic work methodology and problem solving skills Show less

-Hired to develop production capability of an imaging capturing apparatus used in Life Science industry-Worked comprehensively with electrical and mechanical engineering development to ensure measureable and scalable manufacturability of the end product. Increase unit per month throughput from 12 to 25 within 8 months of hire without increasing workforce or impacting overhead cost-Accomplish RoHS compliance of electronic boards 4 months ahead of schedule. Worked extensively with PCB… Show more -Hired to develop production capability of an imaging capturing apparatus used in Life Science industry-Worked comprehensively with electrical and mechanical engineering development to ensure measureable and scalable manufacturability of the end product. Increase unit per month throughput from 12 to 25 within 8 months of hire without increasing workforce or impacting overhead cost-Accomplish RoHS compliance of electronic boards 4 months ahead of schedule. Worked extensively with PCB assembly house from new Gerber layouts, stencils, paste, and solder bath to thermal characteristics of PCB materials. Validated board house of IPC standards, equipment calibration and strict ESD protocols-Complete documentation of Safety, ESD, equipment calibration, shipping and receiving, assembly and test, incoming and outgoing QA and training programs. Directly involved with procurement and scheduling-Successful development of the manufacturing flow inclusive with training program designed for ISO compliance, rapid growth and efficient response to upcoming demands Show less

-Lead the manufacturing and development of innovative micro-display products-Re-engineered, developed, and documented processes and procedures for production and test. Formulated bill of materials and managed inventory. Safety officer in compliance with OSHA-Promoted within six months of hire to an expanded role encompassing test operations. Trained, motivated, and managed a team up to 12 optical testers. Responsible for both R & D and assembly operations-Collaborated extensively… Show more -Lead the manufacturing and development of innovative micro-display products-Re-engineered, developed, and documented processes and procedures for production and test. Formulated bill of materials and managed inventory. Safety officer in compliance with OSHA-Promoted within six months of hire to an expanded role encompassing test operations. Trained, motivated, and managed a team up to 12 optical testers. Responsible for both R & D and assembly operations-Collaborated extensively with key clients to resolve product performance, test, and shipping issues, including Sony, Olympus, Betacom, IO Display, and Shimatzu. Spearheaded quality control to devise solutions to performance issues Show less

-Successfully implemented a complete automated scanner and tape & reel system inclusive with outgoing QA process to handle high volumes of various products-Benchmarked processes and measured electronic chip scanning and packaging efficiencies to improve quality and cost effectiveness. Ensured compliance to ISO and EIA standards-Credited with creation of a highly effective, first-of-a-kind tape and reel process with “100% proficiency training” which was recognized industry-wide. Trained,… Show more -Successfully implemented a complete automated scanner and tape & reel system inclusive with outgoing QA process to handle high volumes of various products-Benchmarked processes and measured electronic chip scanning and packaging efficiencies to improve quality and cost effectiveness. Ensured compliance to ISO and EIA standards-Credited with creation of a highly effective, first-of-a-kind tape and reel process with “100% proficiency training” which was recognized industry-wide. Trained, solicited and encourage ownership Show less

-Supervised a staff of 25 operators and 8 maintenance technicians making record quarterly throughputs.-Strong electrical and mechanical background efficiently maintaining various IC handling equipment. Worked closely with the Mechanical Engineer developing solutions to new packaging material handling equipment-Analyzed, re-engineered, documented, and implemented processes and procedures to improve uptime of silicon chip testing equipment, product yields, and overall operational… Show more -Supervised a staff of 25 operators and 8 maintenance technicians making record quarterly throughputs.-Strong electrical and mechanical background efficiently maintaining various IC handling equipment. Worked closely with the Mechanical Engineer developing solutions to new packaging material handling equipment-Analyzed, re-engineered, documented, and implemented processes and procedures to improve uptime of silicon chip testing equipment, product yields, and overall operational efficiency-Solutions driven at the front line of operations. Developed a comprehensive technical training program in which operators achieved “100% proficiency” through self-directed studies. This forced ownership-Supported achievement of ISO 9002 certification, driving multiple projects, including an overhaul of the ESD program and improvement of shipping department ergonomics Show less