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Gilbert, Arizona, United States

Creating and producing alternatives to single-use plastics, assist food companies in transitioning to plant-based solutions. Efforts help reduce CO2 emissions, minimize landfill waste, and achieve sustainability goals.• Developed, evaluated, and optimized process and equipment methods to ensure the timely delivery of NPI.• Reduced cycle and set-up times, enhancing operational efficiency.• Improved product quality through the application of statistical analysis and continuous improvement techniques.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and achieve organizational goals.

Chandler, Arizona, United States

Managed the operations of Front-End-of-Line (FEOL) immersion wet benches and Back-End-of-Line (BEOL) spray acid tools, overseeing 9 SEMITOOL and RENA tools for the production of 200mm and 150mm wafers. • Implemented and optimized wet etch processes to facilitate SPEA tester functionality at Unit Probe, allowing simultaneous testing of multiple Devices Under Test (DUTs) and significantly enhancing throughput at the probing stage.• Collaborated closely with vendors, conducting Design of Experiments (DOE) on the dry-in dry-out process for continuous improvement and cycle time reduction by 10%.• Pioneered the establishment and qualification of a 151mm glass reclaim process, mitigating safety concerns associated with strong oxidizing agents and exceeding expectations ahead of schedule.• Performed comprehensive characterization of bath life, leading to an impressive 42% reduction in preventive maintenance (PM) demands and chemical usage. Resulting in significant cost savings by strategically optimizing processes and resources, contributing to a yearly cost reduction of $50K.

Mesa, Arizona, United States

Championed the execution and enhancement of critical Quality Management System (QMS) processes, fostering continuous improvements in both processes and product quality aligned with customer requirements. • Established as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on quality matters, providing invaluable guidance to the team in identifying root causes and formulating effective corrective and preventative actions. Proactively managed issues to prevent recurrences, ensuring compliance with control guidelines and preventing violations of established trends..

Webster, Ny

Accountable for the meticulous upkeep of ISO 9001:2015 certification, driving the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).

Webster, Ny

Oversaw the end-to-end lifecycle of automated electro-mechanical machines, from design and development to testing and deployment, ensuring seamless integration into product engineering, manufacturing, and testing processes. Spearheaded device integration efforts for printed memory readers and conducted audits to uphold post-manufacturing quality standards and facilitate the remanufacturing of RFID chips used in print cartridges. Led a team of technical professionals to provide global support to engineering and manufacturing sites across North America, Central America, Europe, and Asia.

Webster, Ny

Crafted and engineered pivotal mechanical components and modules integral to cutting-edge printers and copiers. Fostered cross-functional collaboration with suppliers, sub-system engineers, and manufacturing engineers, successfully driving initiatives to minimize materials and manufacturing costs.

Webster, Ny

Guided the end-to-end process of designing, scaling, and delivering photoreceptor solutions for manufacturing. Orchestrated pilot-scale coating experiments, ensuring precision and reliability in the development phase. Provided valuable support during manufacturing trials and adeptly addressed and resolved production issues in both European and South American facilities.

Rochester, New York Area

Offered technical support in the tissue culture laboratory, delivering essential support. Executed immunohematology experiments with precision and diligence.

Bachelor Of Science, Chemical Engineering

Activities and Societies: AIChE, CSAGraduated with Honors in Higher Education Opportunity Program

Core Courses In Mba

• Information Systems For Management • Managerial Economics • Corporate Financial Accounting • Capital Budgeting & Corporate Objectives