Quality leader in the Midrange Harvesting Combines cross functional team responsible for the new product quality at launch to serve the world market from manufacturing locations in North America, Latin America, China, Russia.Led and executed the quality actions required in each phase of the Global Product Development (GPD) process. Continuously measured the quality status of the program, assessed risks, and took actions within the platform to close gaps and to define acceptable standards. Escalated unresolved issues as appropriate to facilitate resolution. Championed Lessons Learned to improve processes by eliminating process root causes; reached for discontinuities and made recommendations leading to year over year incremental improvements and increased efficiency.Provided training and coaching to build the best teams of Product Quality engineers located worldwide; ensured freedom of information, global coordination, and flawless launches from manufacturing locations outside North America;Selected achievements: • Successfully launched MRR combines Tier4 interim and final emissions compliant in 2014; • Launched Axial-Flow combines 2688/2799 in Curitiba, CIH and NH class 5 combines in Sorocaba, Brazil; • Launched 88 series Midrange Combines that earned the AE50 Award for being one of the top 50 innovative products developed in 2008; • Achieved over 80% failure rate reduction over 5 year period; • Implemented robust engine readiness launch process; • Launched med. light duty 3230 Sprayer and the widest CNH 120" Sprayer Boom -Benson, MN;

Quality Improvement Team Leader ( 2004 - 2005):Conducted Concentration Mapping Events to identify patterns in warranty claims data. Identified new QIT projects and prioritized them based on value and occurrence. Developed schedule and worked with functional managers to assign project resources. Lead execution and managed simultaneously up to 10-15 QIT projects in all project phases. Conducted FMEAs and risks analysis. Used structured, defined methods, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to establish root cause for top issues, involving suppliers and cross-functional team in all project phases. Maintained driving and outcome metrics to assess product performance versus goals and closed the gaps. Performed Six Sigma analyses to improve project and team performance. Conducted lessons learned sessions to improve processes. Proposed solutions to improve current RGA (Return Goods Authorization) and supplier recovery process. Used various types of software including MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Microsoft Project). Product Engineer (2001 - 2004):Technical Support role: Managed all Customer Support Programs associated with Log Loader product development programs, including ECF (Early Customer Feedback) and CAG (Customer Advocate Group) events.Developed, designed, and verified new concepts as part of present product improvement (PPI) team. Completed transition of Log Loader attachments from Bessemer and took ownership of delimbers and slashers. Improved current product and launched new product in Log Loader attachments family.Used extensively engineering software such as IFS, WISE, DRP, Pro-e, Intralink, as well as MS Office.New Product Development Engineer -contract (2000-2001):Created PRO-E 3D models for skidder improved cab project and released documentation. Designed, modified and improved functionality for skidder’s new steering system.

Design and manufacture complex products within different phases of the development cycle using CAD software including 3D models, drawings, and C.N.C. programs for parts of ROMAN trucks.

Engine Division: Determined process root cause and implemented solutions to improve engine line manufacturing process. Maintained production rate by timely addressing production line issues.Extrusion Engineering Department: Designed aluminum extrusion dies, established the extrusion process for new product introduction. Maintained production rate by timely addressing production line issues.