A top-performing quality engineer with demonstrated success in continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, supplier quality, project management, quality planning/APQP, auditing, statistical analysis/process control, product development/launch, root cause analysis, and build approval. Extensive expertise in engineering drawings, control plans, error proofing, first article inspection, gage concept R&R, ISO 9000 standards, part layout/layout inspection, surface finish and weld validation, PFMEA, MSA, GD&T, and PPAP. Maintains awareness of new quality tools and techniques and guides implementation. Builds collaborative relationships and promotes teamwork across functions and with other companies to drive quality. Proactively resolves issues and consistently achieves objectives.