RETIRED

Possibly wiling to do consulting work if anyone is in need.

Industrial Engineer responsible for new product introduction, bid / quote analysis/preparation, make /buy analysis, process capability analysis for both new products and legacy production / design changes. Evaluated composites, hardware, machined alloy, and electro-mechanical parts and assemblies, primarily those used in Unmanned Arial Vehicles (UAV). Composites included glass and carbon designs using wet and prepreg layup materials/molds.

Process Engineer / Production & Facilities Manager - state of the art composite materials. Responsible for multiple areas in a small growth company. Supported Research and Development and led the production of Carbon Fiber laminates. Responsible for Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Management, and Facilities Management. Identified and commissioned new equipment including facilities connections and equipment installation. Key contributor in driving a Continuous Improvement culture including Lean Manufacturing and 5-S. Created Bill of Materials and Production Routes utilizing SAP. Managed the day-to-day production schedule and processes and the maintenance and repair of all facilities and equipment.

Performing Manufacturing Engineering duties for process improvement on locomotive assemblies.

Seeking opportunities. Continuous Improvement, Lean professional with experience in electronic assembly, metal fabrication, and food processing. Experienced in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM). Established Preventive Maintenance Programs as a Maintenance Manager. Prior Quality Management experience maintaining internal and external quality requirements and performing supplier quality audits.

Responsible for the Design for Manufacturability (DFx) for the Product Development Process on new products and upgrades for defect detection in the food and drug product lines.• Key contributor as the Advanced Manufacturing Engineer for the design and production of metal fabricated food processing equipment from initial design concept to production release, specifically, automated defect removal systems that use laser scanners and photo imaging for detection. • Reviewed designs for manufacturability, developed and created production routes, Sequence of Events, Value Stream Maps, and Bills of Material (BOM’s). Manufacturing processes include laser cutting, fabrication, welding, finishing, and assembly. • Identified and recommended automated equipment and process improvement opportunities. • Reviewed drawings for new designs and customization to meet customer needs.

Key contributor in the design of production process and implementation of a ship manufacturing production line using state of the art aluminum welding techniques for manufacture and assembly of the US Navy Ship-to-Shore Craft.• Identified and recommended automated equipment and raw materials, created BOM’s, Routings, Spreadsheets and Value Stream Maps. • Reviewed drawings and specifications to ensure manufacturability, and form, fit and function during product development. • Coordinated with DOD personnel and tier 1 contractors/suppliers. • Key contributor in the definition and selection of a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software program. • Direct involvement with internal and external audits to ensure contract compliance. Drawing and material reviews were accomplished using quality management systems and guidelines including ISO9000, ANSI N45.2, 10CFR50 Appendix B, 10CFR 830, and NQA-1.

Overseen all aspects of the quality process and assembly process for an electronics assembly production facility producing hand held X-Ray Florescence devices used in positive material identification. • Developed ISO9000 compliant processes and audited the facility against the business plan. • Coordinated with design, software, and systems engineers to ensure Six Sigma DMAIC principles were used for manufacturability. Coordinated with suppliers on new product requirements and ensured materials met design specification, requirements, and quality expectations.• Performed First Article Inspection, Piece Part Approval Process, Incoming Receiving Inspection, and In-Process Part Inspection on electronic assemblies, sub-assemblies and parts. • Used lean principles, Six Sigma methodology, and Root Cause Analysis to determine resolutions for manufacturing issues, eliminate waste, and improve quality of supplied materials and internal finished goods. • Created statistical compilations and status reports for senior leadership and compliance tracking reports on suppliers. Directed technical review meetings for supplier conflict resolution.

Managed and directed plant maintenance requirements for a food processing facility (Electrical, Controls, Refrigeration, Packaging, and Mechanical). Directed equipment line moves and retrofitting of conveyors and food processing machinery. • Implemented a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program and automated maintenance management system to improve maintenance and maintenance tracking that was duplicated in 17 facilities. • Defined preventive maintenance schedules and established Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) to ensure proactive maintenance practices. Ensured Preventive Maintenance, Controlled Maintenance, and Emergency Work Order maintenance were accomplished in an organized and timely manner.• Performed "Root Cause Analysis" and determined resolutions for maintenance related issues to ensure 24/7 processing and production. • Overseen the operation and maintenance of a waste treatment plant and boiler steam systems and ensured maintenance records were properly maintained including state and federal records.

Key contributor in the design and implementation of a startup production line and the selection and installation of automated systems used to assemble solar powered devices and electronic assemblies. • Completed initial plant layout including new equipment installation, line startup and validation. • Planned and conducted prototype and pilot production runs to validate full up production methods to assemble parts and meet the design requirements. • Performed initial Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (D-FMEA) and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (P-FMEA). • Performed initial prototype Piece Part Approval Process (PPAP), First Article Inspection, and incoming inspection on piece parts, sub-assemblies and assemblies.

Managed engineering and turn-key electronic assembly operations in Arizona and Colorado for Satellite Communication and IT systems for commercial and government secure networking.• Coordinated with design, software, and systems engineers and technicians for the design and assembly of data processing systems used for secure networks using satellite links. • Managed the transition of new prototype design products to full production.• Created proposals and bids securing new business through commercial and government contracts.• Coordinated with key customers including the DOD and Tier 1 suppliers.

Principle leader for implementing change and process improvements for FAA regulated assemblies (TCAS, ATDL, RF Antennas) using Lean principles, Kaizen, 5S events and Six Sigma methodology.• Improved the efficiency, capacity, and product quality of the electronic assembly production process to include introducing and implemented on-line process work instructions, statistical process controls, and work standards. • Initiated stock reductions and improved time to market to include reducing finished goods inventory by over 90% and drove reductions in cycle time by over 60% .• Initiated warehouse and floor stock pull systems and improved Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) systems to meet demand while decreasing inventory, including improved packaging for finished goods shipping and reducing corrugated usage• Directed cross functional teams between product lines and commodities. • Implemented and reviewed change control requests and material review board for non-conforming materials.

Analyzed transactional based processes for a Fraud Operations Group. • Provided solutions to complex issues to include driving improvements that resulted in over $2m in saves for a customer service call center. • Performed "Root Cause Analysis" and determined resolutions for solving issues and improve inefficient processes.

Key contributor responsible the design and implementation of production lines and automated systems for fire protection devices. • Directed equipment line moves and designed plant layouts for a plant consolidation of 2 facilities. • Planned and conducted prototype and pilot production runs. • Responsible for sustained production including packaging, assembly work cells, coating processes and specialty automated soldering processes. • Managed wet paint lines and a fully automated powder coating line. • Developed run charts and quality control plans and performed process audits.

Key contributor for the assembly of personal computers and Area Training Coordinator/Sr. Technician for the delivery of specialty gases in High Purity Gas Delivery Systems used in the semi-conductor manufacturing process.• Improved production processes for packaging, part picking and assembly work cells.• Improved packaging for FGI shipping and reduced corrugated usage. Doubled the plant capacity resulting in $3.5 million facility cost savings.• Developed training requirements, comprehensive turnkey training and certification programs, operating policies, safety practices and maintenance procedures. • Key member of the Hazardous Response Team.

Provided technical electronic/mechanical maintenance support on Weapon Systems for the U.S. Air Force, simulators for the US Army (M1A1 & Bradley Fighting Vehicle) and the U.S. Navy Trident Training Facility. Repaired electro-mechanical systems, visual displays and computers. Performed depot level repair and modifications on missile systems and associated equipment including batteries (NiCad), HVAC, linear actuators, gas turbine generators, missile guidance sets, and nuclear warheads.

Senior Missile Maintenance Technician and Team Training Instructor on both the Minuteman Intercontinental Ballistic Missile and Tomahawk Ground Launch Cruise Missile System. USAF, 868 TMTS, Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ. 1984 – 1986Maintenance Instructor and Academic Instructor • Certified Dispersal Maintenance Instructor and Academic Instructor for the Tomahawk nuclear missile weapon systems. • Instructed all personnel transitioning to the Tomahawk Ground Launch Cruise Missile being dispersed to Europe during the Cold War. USAF, 341st OMMS, Malmstrom AFB, MT. 1977 - 1984Maintenance Technician - Minuteman missile systems• Certified Master Technician for Minuteman Maintenance. Missile Maintenance Teams Instructor training maintenance teams dispatched to perform maintenance on missile systems. • Senior Planner for the Wing Plans and Scheduling group responsible for scheduling planned and unplanned maintenance on support equipment used on the Minuteman Missile to include Non-destructive Testing and Proof Load Testing on critical equipment.