Leading the Engineering and Quality team at Kortick Manufacturing, I drove operational excellence and ensured product quality that surpasses customer expectations. Spearheading the implementation of a robust quality management system, I achieved and maintained ISO 9001:2015 certification, establishing a strong foundation for quality assurance. My strategic oversight of capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects involved allocating resources for equipment upgrades and facility improvements, leading to… Show more Leading the Engineering and Quality team at Kortick Manufacturing, I drove operational excellence and ensured product quality that surpasses customer expectations. Spearheading the implementation of a robust quality management system, I achieved and maintained ISO 9001:2015 certification, establishing a strong foundation for quality assurance. My strategic oversight of capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects involved allocating resources for equipment upgrades and facility improvements, leading to increased production capacity and operational efficiency. Furthermore, I fostered a collaborative environment, empowering cross-functional teams to implement data-driven continuous improvement initiatives. This yielded significant gains in productivity and cost reduction. By combining my expertise in engineering and quality, I ensured Kortick Manufacturing delivered high-quality products while optimizing production processes. Show less

I played a key role in optimizing production processes and fostering collaboration across departments. Through leading initiatives to streamline manufacturing processes, I reduced waste and boosted operational efficiency. This included establishing a comprehensive CAD library for over 2,000 products and ensuring engineering drawings aligned with customer specifications, industry standards, and manufacturing tolerances. This work ensured everyone had the latest information and facilitated… Show more I played a key role in optimizing production processes and fostering collaboration across departments. Through leading initiatives to streamline manufacturing processes, I reduced waste and boosted operational efficiency. This included establishing a comprehensive CAD library for over 2,000 products and ensuring engineering drawings aligned with customer specifications, industry standards, and manufacturing tolerances. This work ensured everyone had the latest information and facilitated seamless production. Furthermore, my expertise in both operations and product specifications proved invaluable to maintenance, supply chain, and sales departments, ensuring clear communication and consistent production according to the latest standards. Show less

I ensured the safe and reliable operation of PG&E's gas pipelines by leveraging my engineering background to support their Gas Pipeline Operations and Maintenance (GPOM) division. I ensured the accuracy of their ERP asset data while managing their preventive maintenance program. Collaborating effectively with work centers across Northern California, I championed adherence to PG&E procedures and California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) compliance standards. Through data analysis, I played a… Show more I ensured the safe and reliable operation of PG&E's gas pipelines by leveraging my engineering background to support their Gas Pipeline Operations and Maintenance (GPOM) division. I ensured the accuracy of their ERP asset data while managing their preventive maintenance program. Collaborating effectively with work centers across Northern California, I championed adherence to PG&E procedures and California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) compliance standards. Through data analysis, I played a key role in improving the efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of PG&E's gas pipeline assets. Show less