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About Adam Hook
Let's be honest, LinkedIn profiles are 'vanity projects.' We must remember that regardless of how impressive certain profiles may seem, we would not be where we are without the help of others that equally care about their careers. A functioning team with a united vision is unstoppable. Adam has worn a few hats over his many years in electronics manufacturing. He began his Engg journey as a DFMA Engineer for global contract manufacturer Keytronic where he supported high-yield manufacturing of 206 unique circuit assemblies. There he strongly assisted corporate quoting teams to win over business by making good on promises to improve manufacturing yields for new customers. Adam went on to work for an OEM lighting company where he created tools to improve quality 14 times over while increasing throughput 2 1/2 times. Adam then worked for a contract manufacturer which is world famous for its sophisticated rework, flip chip, wire bonding, and quick turn business. There he led Tooling Design and Test Engineering efforts. Presently you will find Adam at Harvard Bioscience which makes the best tools for the world's best bioscientists. Here he assists global design teams, works with electronic suppliers to improve yields, and does everything possible to improve field reliability on very complex and critical scientific apparatus. Adam enjoys engaging and sharing beneficial knowledge with his industry connections. He is driven to add value to the industry and help Engineers be successful in their roles. He has spoken at international electronics industry events, taught multilayer PCB fabrication class for University of Minn, and has been awarded Mentor of the Year. He volunteers time to help High Tech entrepreneurs compete in MN Cup, a venture competition hosted by U of MN Carlson School of Business. Elected President for Upper Midwest Chapter Surface Mount Technology Association, the leading electronics manufacturing industry association with 1,051 Chapter members. Bachelor's Degree in Applied Engineering at Bemidji State University. He is a Certified Advanced Interconnect Designer, Certified Surface Mount Technology Process Engineer, Certified IPC Trainer, and Certified System Administrator for Mentor Graphics Valor DFM tool. Life is exciting when this thing called 'work' becomes another way of expressing driving passions in one’s life.
Adam Hook Work Experience Details
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Quality ManagerTcladSaint Paul, Mn, Us -
Co-FounderChipsid Mar 2024 - Present• Advise founders on GTM strategy, PMF for SaaS service. • Drafts strategic partnership agreements. • Creates contract pricing for Defense Contractors.• Creates Presentations and Demos Service.• Authors Counterfeiting Mitigation Strategy Guides. -
Non Executive DirectorSynthea Dec 2023 - PresentAdvisor for developing blockchain technologies that address challenges in Supply Chain and Healthcare. Governments worldwide increasingly recognize the potential of blockchain, with progressive regulations fostering a conducive environment for its growth in areas beyond Binance. -
Senior Principal Components Quality EngineerHarvard Bioscience Apr 2022 - Dec 2024Holliston, Ma, UsI give R&D the confidence to design enhanced, innovative features in already complex products while maintaining or exceeding quality expectations. Drives total quality rigor. Data Sciences division of Harvard Bioscience is a center of excellence for devices as small as mouse pup implants (where every heartbeat is monitored) and as complex as inhalation towers (where every animal breath is monitored). These devices provide the worlds best bioscientists the tools to create more effective and safer vaccines. • Ensures quality of components by monitoring Government Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP) and SiliconExpert counterfeit and NC reports. Mitigates risk using SAE AS6171, SAE AS5553, and JDEC JESD243A standards. Member of G-19 Counterfeit Electronics Committee. • Proficient at discovering continuous improvement opportunities with regular monitoring and reporting on PowerBI and MiniTab. Discusses findings with Engineering groups and runs meetings with production floor to sustain the highest quality of manufacturing. • Lead in ISO 9001:2015 audits and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement. • Applies expertise effectively, collaborates with others, and delivers innovative and successful solutions to complex engineering challenges. -
Principal Process Quality EngineerHarvard Bioscience Sep 2021 - Apr 2022Holliston, Ma, UsHarvard Bioscience is a global developer and manufacturer that leverages 14 global brands that each uniquely focus on scientific instruments used to advance life science, support research and drug discovery. Founded in 1901 by Dr. William T. Porter who began manufacturing his own high quality physiology teaching equipment in the basement of the Harvard Medical School. Dr. Porter went on to found the American Journal of Physiology and became one of the leading physiologists of his day. We continue Dr. Porter’s legacy with a complimentary, world-class team of field experts and a driving passion to create groundbreaking technology in the field of scientific instrumentation. • Identifies gaps and associated risks in programs and processes relating to quality, drives superior and consistent level of quality performance.• Effectively collaborates with Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, and Executive Leadership; all internal and external stakeholders that have a direct effect on Quality goals and objectives.• Supports a robust product development process to ensure quality risks are mitigated and facilitate cross-functional communication.• Provides on-the-floor data to leadership and offer direction for the development and implementation of robust Quality Systems.• Identifies and qualifies improvements to product reliability using in-depth process validation and statistical tools, viz.: MiniTab, Instron, and specialized electronics testing equipment.• Quality engineering support for manufacturing and project management. Develops inspection requirements; facilitate PFMEAs; resolve discrepant material issues and create and maintain quality document such as control plans and inspection plans• Creates and presents data-driven reports for internal and external customers on continuous improvement activities.
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PresidentSurface Mount Technology Association (Smta) Nov 2018 - Dec 2024Eden Prairie, Mn, UsNominated and elected President of a 4-State regional technology trade organization. Proud to represent the Upper Midwest Chapter, one of the highest membership Surface Mount Technology Association regions. • Leverages team of top-performing veteran professionals to brainstorm and execute on electronics industry events. • Frequently discusses industry trends and how the Upper Midwest Chapter can add value to SMTA members. • Partners with corporate members to create memorable and informative training sessions, job fair, and factory tours throughout 4-State region. • Responsible for identifying and developing programs to involve, develop, engage and manage members• Utilizes Cognitive Flexibility, Win-Win mindset, and People Management to encourage volunteer participation. • Develop and maintain a chapter membership plan that assures continued growth through proactive recruiting and partnering with major area employers.• Answers general membership inquiries; respond to member/non-member information inquiries and other requests for assistance.• Collaborative, brings people together and presents knowledge to solve problems. Develops strong relationships with SMTA corporate members at their engineering, operational, senior and executive levels. -
Director Of Sales And Business DevelopmentSolarpod Jul 2021 - Sep 2021Shakopee, Minnesota, UsSolarPod is a US Engineering and Design Firm founded by a Material Scientist and Professional Engineer that improves how solar is installed. SolarPod is an innovator in the field. Joined SolarPod to uncover processes and systems that lead to repeatable sales. Leveraged Senior Process Engineering capability to tactically accomplish internal goals and gain marketing partnerships sooner than expected. • Maintain and grow existing repeat solar business through outstanding service, relationship building, product knowledge, and application knowledge.• Worked collaboratively with leadership to design and implement business strategies, plans, and procedures. Set targets for milestones and ensured adherence to deadlines.• Organizes interdepartmental activities ensuring completion of the project on schedule and within budget and timeline constraints.• Works closely with internal teams to develop, fund and execute ROI-based integrated marketing communications campaigns that influence target audiences and grow sales. • Develop and drive new business utilizing pull-through sales efforts with End-Users, Consulting Engineers and other non-purchasing accounts for the purpose of creating specifications and demand for SolarPod products.• Using knowledge of the market and competitors, identify and develop the company’s unique selling propositions and differentiators• Demonstrate a value-added approach to the sales / support cycle by utilizing market knowledge and planning tools.• Work closely with cross-functional teams (esp., Product Management and R&D) to develop innovative customer solutions and demonstrate how SolarPod racking is the best solar racking.• Customer liaison to bank lenders. Consults with customers to uncover needs and negotiate with banks on behalf of customer to get the best structured payment options.• Appears on various Podcasts, Industry Events, and Community Events to reinforce a positive opinion of SolarPod to potential customers. -
Senior Process EngineerDimation Inc. Nov 2020 - Jul 2021Burnsville, Minnesota, UsDimation is a World Leader in cutting-edge electronics prototyping, assembly, and failure analysis. Work that is considered impossible is done on a daily basis. Dimation’s strong resources validates and offers thorough DFM on the latest generation of Human Implants, Mars/Outer-space, Aerospace, Military RF, and Computer Memory Devices. Dimation’s full service Die Level Services has wafer sawing, wire-bonding, encapsulation, and testing. Companies with overseas operations use Dimation because the turn around time is usually much faster, quality is superb, and Intellectual Property always stays intact. Joined Dimation to become familiar with advanced electronic assembly and testing methodologies. In an Engineering Leadership role, I strongly leveraged technology to uncover strategic business opportunity. Thought Leader | Risk Mitigator | Market Strategist | Implementation Specialist | Test Engineer | Quality Assurance | Kaizen Leader | Tooling Designer | Lean Lead• Leads company strategy and implementation of higher volume production builds. • Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results.• Strong influence during quoting stage and NPI/kick-off meetings to be ready for every step of ramp up.• Coaches less experienced engineers and technicians. Motivated and organized multiple efforts to accomplish goals.• Helps customers validate and improve functional testing approach. • Designs and machines fixtures to increase throughput while aiding to build better quality into products.• Designs wire bonding and BGA reballing fixtures.• Establishes policies that promote company culture and vision.• Improved operations by documenting processes and testing for repeatable quality. -
Process Quality EngineerMetrospec Technology, Llc Feb 2019 - Oct 2020Mendota Heights, Mn, UsMetroSpec is a global leader in custom OEM light engines for architectural lighting applications. MetroSpec’s numerous patents in manufacturing and functionality offer high-performance lighting solutions that are both USA-made and competitively prices per watt. Joined MetroSpec to become familiar with high-volume manufacturing of ultra-reliable, extremely high-quality assemblies. Pushed the limits of improving throughout and quality while maintaining worker safety. • Discovers and integrates innovative tooling and automation systems for improving high-volume production, efficiencies, yields, and changeovers.• Performs supplier quality audits. Valued liaison between engineering departments, purchasing, and account executives. Handled RMA requests to vendors and from customers.• Leads development of manufacturing processes utilizing lean or other advanced manufacturing concepts/methods. Improved floor layout to reduce waste.• Works with engineering team and production to develop, qualify and implement new tools, equipment and other process improvements.• Daily prioritizing, organizing, coordinating, and directing production materials and human resources throughout plant to optimize workflow, quality and output.• Develops, maintains and manages work instructions, quality standards, and process documents.• Enables manufacturing to meet production targets to maintain profitability and growth.• Analyzed data to uncover gaps in capability. Executed self-directed action plans to create value.• Improved methodology of audits to address defects early on, creating margin in process.• Manages multiple high-demand projects in a dynamic environment. Effective inter-departmental communication. • Leads the development and implementation of supplier management programs.• Deeply familiar with product line. From inspecting incoming materials under microscope to creating product demonstration pieces and installing lighting for commercial application. -
Dfma EngineerKeytronicems May 2018 - Feb 2019Spokane Valley, Wa, UsKeyTronicEMS specializes in design for manufacturability –improving product designs without sacrificing quality, to lower final product costs. Customer reports have insightful interpretations which facilitate measured design decisions. The most challenging assemblies destined for U.S. manufacturing end up on my desk where they are reviewed. • Creates CAD models, drawings, and prototypes in order to cut assembly time, eliminate defects, and reduce cost.• Understands the elements that go into the development of a printed circuit board, from design consideration, layout principles, component and assembly issues, to overall physical demands and requirements that need to be met to create a producible quality product. • Understands relationship between manufacturing processes and printed circuit defect conditions, especially latent defects.• Creates high-value, creative custom tooling by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.• Operates in a team environment with other functional areas providing input to design solutions and participating in design reviews.• Understands customer’s perspective and knows what is needed to satisfy the design intent and deliverable deadlines. Operates effectively with a reliable cadence of work. • Performs root cause analysis, process capability studies and implement process controls to ensure process performance requirements are met and sustained.• Familiar with job functions of Manufacturing, Design, and Integration Engineering. Researches tools and methodology for increased standardization and utilization of manufacturing assets (i.e. Industry 4.0).• Creates detailed reports and spearheads suggestion to improve PCB fabrication and assembly yields. Offers data driven actionable insights that reduce variability and risk in series manufacturing.• Leads the technical direction of NPI including driving execution to project deliverables and providing risk mitigation recommendations to meet project milestones. -
Manufacturing EngineerKeytronicems Jan 2016 - May 2018Spokane Valley, Wa, UsLead engineering support for the professional manufacturing of 206 unique PCB assemblies and box builds. I work closely with customer’s engineers and internal engineers in a team environment to develop and improve manufacturing systems. Design Validation and Optimization • Verifies individual layers of PCB and creates report for improved manufacturability • Custom Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) programs for challenging components • Designs and builds custom fixtures to aid manufacturing scalability (machining and 3D printing) • Optimization of Production Floor / Facilities Layout • Complex 1D/2D label template creation to satisfy UDI FDA requirements • Macro and hotkey development to streamline and expedite repetitive tasks • Proficient with SolidWorks / AutoCAD / Mentor Graphics (Siemens)Robust Process Development • 5S/Lean Manufacturing and Process Optimization • Work Instruction and Process Engineering for repeatability of market ready products • IPC 610 / ISO 13485 / CGMP • Medical Device Quality Engineering and Repeatable Process Development • Data mining to gain actionable insight into Performance and Quality strategies • Image editing for clean step by step instruction for increased operator confidence • Model-driven systems engineering to ensure delivery milestones Continual Support From Start to Finish • Manufacturing Execution Software (MES) and AOI operation support • Training through customized documentation and face-to-face interaction • Uncovering trends and implementing improvements with Design of Experiments • Updates documentation to meet regulatory compliance • Compliments and leverages performing operators and equipment to maximize collaborative effort • Finds advantages locked within tribal knowledges, white papers, forums, and technical manualsEveryday I use internal and external network of resources to overcome constraints and then deliver on our company promise of Trust, Commitment, and Results.
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Inventor, Designer, Fabricator, ProgrammerBrightwater And Other Projects Feb 2013 - May 2016Strategic and Innovative Leader of a variety of projects. Served on committees, networked with professionals, focus-grouped customers, and self-directed studies. I add value by identifying new ideas, markets, and opportunities. I interpret and imagine concepts in a world full of ambiguity and nuance. I take ownership and responsibilities head on to add value to customers. • Proven ability to build something out of rough ideas, concepts, intuition, and tell the story of how it addresses customer pain points. • Lead CAD Designer for Placemakers Rochester's prototype festival. • Spent years developing a solar product that won semi-finalist and finalist recognition at two inventor/start up contests. Presented at Inventor’s Congress. • Uses academic studies and reports. Conducts surveys and focus groups. Experienced with Survey Monkey, Mechanical Turks, and Adobe JS documents. • Leverages AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud, Visual Studio, 3D-printers and off-the-shelf components to secure internal buy-in. • Lead designer for sustainability building integration projects for the Sustainable Tech Center in Minnesota. A project pitched to private investors. • Sole-author of Patent Pending Renewable Energy Device.
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PhotographerFreelance Jun 2006 - May 2015Flickr: 1.2+ million views and 500+ favorites.Featured in: • Dunn Bros. Coffee Internet Advertising • "Ivete" Album Art : (Rock Band) Rome, Italy • "Vice.com" : A website focused on arts, culture, and news topics • "Smithsonian.com" : Online magazine of the Smithsonian Institute • "AOL Huffington Post" : (Offering news, blogs, and original content) aol.com • "Truthout" : (Dedicated to providing independent news and commentary) truthout.com • "Grist" : (Intelligent, irreverent environmental news and commentary) grist.org • "Ebena" : (Training platform for businessmen, and entrepreneurs) ebena.mx • "The Chew" : (Talk Show about Food) ABC Daytime • "CMJ Production Inc." : (Forevertron Documentary) Broadcasted in Canada • "Die beste Klasse Deutschlands" : (German Children's Quiz Show) Broadcasted ARD & ZDF • "Donggang Digital Society" : (Digital Museum) Yeongwol , Gangwon Province, S. Korea • "International Studies Abroad" : (International School) studiesabroad.com • "History and Appreciation of Art II" : (ART 102) Northern Virginia Community College • "Tuts+" : (Learn Creative Skills, Shape Your Future) tutsplus.com • "Reynolds National Center for Business Journalism at ASU" : http://businessjournalism.org/ • "Atlas Obscura" : (Online guide to the world's curious places) atlasobscura.com • "Zap Travel" : (Thematic Travel Guide) zaptravel.com • "Everywhere Magazine" : (Travel Magazine, Baseball Park Edition) everywheremag.com • "Schmap Minneapolis" : (Online City Guide) www.schmap.com/minneapolis • "ShotHotspot" : (Travel photography site) shothotspot.com • “Association of Health Care Journalists” : Improving public understand of health. • Flickr Explore and Most Interesting designations ... and dozens more.
Adam Hook Skills
Pfmea
Data Analysis
Medical Devices
Product Management
Design Engineering
Quality Assurance
Process Improvement
Business Intelligence
Team Leadership
Operations Management
Renewable Energy
Solar Energy
Team Building
Vendor Management
Networking
Project Planning
Project Management
Management
Account Management
Negotiation
New Business Development
Sales
Design Of Experiments
3d Printing
Solidworks
Earned Value Management
Automation
Design Control
Start Ups
Value Creation
Design Thinking
Technical Solution Design
Change Management
Process Capability
Digital Transformation
Systems Engineering
Functional Benchmarking
Technology Convergence
Data Mining
Electronics
Value Stream Mapping
Integration Engineering
Product Costing
Business Process Design
Adam Hook Education Details
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Bemidji State UniversityEngineering -
Century CollegeEngineering And Entrepreneurship
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Century CollegeControl Panel Assembly
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Lynda.Com(Visualization And Software) Prototyping And Entrepreneurship
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Microsoft Virtual AcademyDevelopment
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UdemyComputer Programming
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Epa Environmental TrainingPurdue University Green Specialist
Frequently Asked Questions about Adam Hook
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Adam Hook works for Tclad
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Adam Hook's current role is Quality Manager.
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What schools did Adam Hook attend?
Adam Hook attended Bemidji State University, Century College, Century College, Lynda.com, Microsoft Virtual Academy, Udemy, Epa Environmental Training.
What skills is Adam Hook known for?
Adam Hook has skills like Pfmea, Data Analysis, Medical Devices, Product Management, Design Engineering, Quality Assurance, Process Improvement, Business Intelligence, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Renewable Energy, Solar Energy.
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