Implemented daily dashboard and weekly reporting to track operational performance in both consumables and capital equipment manufacturing. Drove cultural change through manufacturing organization to create focus on quality and schedule adherence resulting in consistent productivity.Reworked Manufacturing and Inspection Procedures throughout consumables manufacturing to reduce operator influence in processing of devices. Implemented PLC based controllers on key processes to fully define processes.

Led team of 11 R&D And Manufacturing engineers in the development of the Gen 2 CleanFlow Procedure Instrument.Co-Sponsor 3P event to apply LEAN Principles to identify sources of waste in manufacturing. Defined and managed roadmap of projects to improve productivity and improve product quality. implemented manufacturing aids to enforce operator actions / tasks.Led cross functional team in insourcing of GentleWave G4 manufacturing. Built out manufacturing space, updated and released manufacturing and inspection procedures, sourced equipment and qualified production line in 4 months. Implemented quality controls to improve productivity and quality, and reduce out of box failures.

Led design and development of CleanFlow Procedure Instrument. Defined and managed project roadmap to reduce COGs resulting in approximately 50% reduction in material cost compared to previous product line.Led development of processes and manufacturing equipment for CleanFlow Procedure Instrument including implementation of semi-automated processes to improve manufacturing productivity and ensure operators are focused on value added processes.

Led design and development CleanFlow Procedure Instrument.Identified root cause of product complaint through clinical observation, defined design solution and implemented robotic assembly of design solution.

Lead R&D Engineer responsible for the development of a Therapeutic RF Ablation Catheter utilizing novel construction methods. Responsibilities include product development, R&D project deliverables, and directing R&D engineers and technicians in product development activities.Cultural Ambassador: Responsible for organizing and execution of campus wide events intended to develop a One CSS Culture and community.Design Review Comprehensive Action Plan Team Member responsible for identifying opportunities to strengthen internal design reviews and create resource pool of highly trained reviewers.

Lead R&D Engineer responsible for the design and development of a novel RF Ablation catheter with improved lesion monitoring from concept to First in Man Clinical Evaluations. Responsibilities include product development, R&D project deliverables, directing R&D technicians in product development, component procurement activities, and tool and test method development to support manufacturing and testing.

R&D Engineer responsible for the design, development and project management for an access device allowing for intra-vascular deployment of an embolic protection device utilized in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and Trans-Aortic Valve Implantation procedures. Successfully design and launched the device in approximately 12 months. Responsibilities included design of four new injection molded components, interacting with cardiac surgeons to clearly define design inputs and perform design validation activities, and manage cross functional team to achieve product launch on schedule.

R&D Engineer: Design Engineer for nMARQ Circular Ablation Catheter. Responsibilities include product development, R&D project deliverables, directing additional R&D engineers and technicians in product development, component procurement activities, and tool and test method development to support manufacturing and testing. Additional responsibilities include the design of seven injection molded handle components for an additional PMA device for the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation.-"Innovator of the Year" Recipient - 2010.Core R&D Product Engineer: Lead Research and Development Engineer for a range of medical devices for use in the field of electrophysiology. Responsibilities include product development with both internal and external cross functional teams, research into alternate materials and manufacturing processes, and concept development. Skills utilized include written and oral communication, three dimensional modeling using SolidWorks, statistical analysis of data using MatLab and CrystalBall, knowledge of international standards for medical devices, and protocol development and execution.-"Innovator of the Year" Recipient - 2006, 2007, and 2008.Advanced R&D Test Engineer: Responsible for designing, developing, and validating test fixtures and test methods for the validation and characterization of medical devices. Manufacturing Engineering Intern:Responsible for the design of manufacturing aids and tools, assisting with the setup and implementation of ultrasonic welders, assisting with the replacement and/or upgrade of extrusion equipment, and the completion of ECO's, CAPA's, and QNC's.

Responsible for design and implementation of production tools and test fixtures using Solidworks 2004, testing of products and processes, machining of fixtures, Engineering Change Orders, and assisting engineers with research and product development.• Take a Bow Award • For contributions to Multi-Diameter Fitting product release.• Irrigation Training Camp

Responsible for receiving and documenting all incoming jobs, use of databases, customer liaison, use of material and testing specifications, lathe and mill operation, chemical analysis preparation, tensile testing, document filing, and design of repairs for machines. Quit due to conflicting school schedule