Robert Mcneill Email & Phone Number

Sun Microsystems Scotland, Linlithgow Progressed within the organisation through promotions, each role broadening my remit. Experience ranging from NPI (New Product Introduction); managing day to day support within both Manufacturing and Quality Engineering; managing projects both within Sun and at external manufacturing sites as well as various project management roles.2007 – 2009 Principal Manufacturing Engineer Responsible for the continuous improvement of internal manufacturing areas, leading cross functional teams to implement projects geared to improve cost, quality and cycle time, using Lean methodologies.Developed and introduced best practice procedures.Reduced the number of quality related issues through use of RCCA.Maintained budgetary control in relevant manufacturing areas.2004 – 2007 Principal Engineer, often based in Hungary, leading team supporting external manufacturing of high end and volume products.Led cross functional teams, continually improving cost, quality and delivery of internal manufacturing areas.Developed and introduced global lead time reductions.2000 – 2004 Senior Engineer Global Lead Manufacturing Engineer for NPI, leading team of manufacturing and quality engineers.1996 – 2000 Manufacturing EngineerLead Engineer for sustaining volume products and NPI.

1982-1996: Cummins Diesel Engine Company, ShottsOn completion of Apprenticeship (Time served Turner/Fitter) held several engineering & supervisory positions culminating in role of Liaison Engineer. Duties included:Working with Sales Department and customers on new engine specifications – Automotive/Rail/ Power Generation.Supporting 10- and 14- litre diesel engine manufacture.