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Canada

British Columbia, Canada

Penang, Malaysia

-Lead engineer for the overall yield of the production line and coordinate the team to drive continuous improvement projects and fix yield issues. Utilized lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools to carry out these improvements.-Key engineer for backend processes in printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing for pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD).-Qualified a new rework process to increase component removal capacity.-Implemented various process tools/fixtures to improve yield and cycle time.-Reviewed and improved existing procedures/manufacturing aids to ensure conformity and reduce variation in operator processes.

Penang, Malaysia

-Led various NPI platform projects for the company with a specialization in single-use endoscopes.-Delivered key milestones, timelines, and budget for the completion of single-use Duodenoscope in 2020 with FDA 510(k) approval.-Led the transition from development to the mass production stage for company bronchoscopes and gastro-intestinal endoscopes.-Delivered various sustaining projects and design changes on company products. This includes shelf-life extension qualification, process improvement/optimization, and NCR/CAPAs.-Completed process and software validation for single-use medical devices. This includes process inputs, failure analysis, IQ, OQ, and PQ documents.-Used statistical methods and analysis to establish process requirements and validate process assembly to ensure quality products are consistently made.-Conducted rigorous and thorough failure mode and effects analysis (FMEAs), risk assessments, and root cause investigations to address manufacturing issues and ensure product compliance to quality.-Lead auditor for 2 years in the company's internal audit program.-Carried out various engineering change orders for process change control and process development activities.-A key representative for the delivery/deployment module. Worked with various sites to establish foundational work for the module by providing technical expertise in delivery and deployment processes.-Led and participated in process knowledge transfer to multiple functions like production and maintenance engineers.-Carried out various Design for Assembly (DfA) studies to simplify process assembly and facilitate process inputs during the development phase of projects.-Authored and reviewed work instructions, validation protocols, process documentation, process risk evaluations and technical rationales.-Mentored and guided new engineers on the company's quality management system (QMS) and procedures in validation, design control and process development.

Malaysia

Penang, Malaysia

-Key person in process operations and production of deionized water regeneration plant.-Planned for materials, resources and logistics of day-to-day operations.-Drafted preventive maintenance schedules around avoiding service disruptions and equipment breakdowns.-Served as point of contact during plant emergencies, overseeing disaster recovery and expediting restoration efforts.