Engineering Manager
Aeroquip
Middlesex, Nc
Began as Manufacturing Engineer with focus on improving manufacturing processes. Developed process documentation including SOP's, BOM's, drawings and routing sheets. Established labor standards for all processes. Researched, specified and procured new equipment for production. Coordinated continuous improvement efforts within the plant.Promoted to Product Engineer responsible for maintaining product integrity. Coordinated laboratory testing to assure each product met established performance standards. Worked with Development Engineers from design center to bring new products into production. Tested new raw materials for us in production.Promoted to Engineering Manager with responsibility for six direct report employees including two Manufacturing Engineers, a Product Engineer, an Industrial Engineer, and Engineering Technician and a clerk. Coordinated all areas of engineering related to production including selection of equipment, new process development and product maintenance. Worked closely with Quality Assurance and Maintenance departments.