-Implemented and managed the company's ISO 9001:2000 certified Quality Management System involving training, internal and external auditing, metrology, and dealing with customer satisfaction.-Planned, coordinated and scheduled training requirements for various levels of the company for skills training in Q.A., health and safety and environmental management.-Became the company’s foremost authority on loss control matters.-Headed the company’s continuous improvement teams, efforts, and results.-Led efforts which resulted in reducing ongoing inventory by 40% while meeting customer order demands in implementing a Lean Manufacturing System.-Conducted and managed process improvement projects.-Investigated and implemented cost reductions through alternative materials and manufacturing processes as well as design modifications.-Managed 4 Q.A. employees directly and empowered 5 supervisors with Q.A. leadership skills.-Conducted internal company quality audits as the lead auditor.-Coordinated selection, scheduling and hosting of external auditors for customer and certification audits.-Participated in regular process efficiency improvement planning meetings.-Established product characteristics and inspection and testing tolerances.-Prepared formal monthly written reports to the Plant Manager (immediate supervisor), VP Manufacturing, and the Health and Safety Director.-Provided strong leadership through a vibrant period of change.-Directed the analysis, design, evaluation, and testing of product development.-Developed and implemented procedures needed to transition new products from R&D to plant production. -Communicated and coordinated external resources (test labs, auditors, regulators) -Performed technical evaluations of new raw materials and suppliers.-Edited bilingual manuals and authored procedures nd work instructions.-Involved in daily production problem solving.-I have had extensive experience in project management.