• Primary authority on GD&T, print interpretation, and inspection methods.• Work with engineers and technicians to ensure prints use proper dimensioning and GD&T that matches product fit, form and function as well as the manufacturing method and inspection methods available.• Responsible for creating all Zeiss Calypso programs for one time or production testing and validating those programs.• Train and assist inspection technicians with use and programming of measuring equipment.• Create temporary “open” fixtures for prototype parts and initial production fixture design for use on CMMs and optical measuring equipment. • Design fixtures for in house production and supplier parts for use on CMMs and optical measuring equipment.• Work with engineers and CAD technicians to create drawings for manufacture of fixtures as well as machinists and 3D printer technicians on the creation of the fixtures.• Ensure program is working with complete fixture; qualify and validate the fixtures.• Troubleshoot problems with measurements and advise on courses of action.• Review inspection procedures and advise on changes or improvements ensuring best practice is being used.• Perform inspections utilizing CMM and/or optical measuring equipment when needed to support inspection technicians.• Assure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards, good business practices, and company documented procedures. • Work under limited supervision with direction given only in terms of broadly stated objectives and desired outcomes.

• Responsible for First Article Inspections, Capability Studies, and Evaluations of new and updated parts using various methods: open set ups, CMM and/or vision systems.• Evaluate Fixtures for use in process testing at manufacturing sites and do Repeatability Studies.• Responsible for creating Zeiss Calypso programs for one time or production testing. • Support new product development / transition into production efforts.• Actively participate in the decision-making process, provides expertise related to operations engineering; support continuous improvement efforts.• Advise engineers of possible measurement and/or manufacturing problems and suggest solutions.• Perform testing of medical devices for certification.• Write form test procedures and test reports for project line.• Lead research to determine root cause, analyzes results and redesigns or modifies equipment/part to improve performance. Select and adapt plans, techniques, designs, layouts, and equipment.• Support “lean manufacturing” including “5S” orderly work area initiatives.• Develop, write, and maintain manufacturing Work Instruction documents and procedures. Write test protocols, including forms to collect data, and reports summarizing testing.• Assure compliance to all applicable laws, regulations and standards, good business practices, and company documented procedures. Engage others, promote, and participate in Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives, focusing on continuous improvement.• Work under limited supervision (usually taking direction from supervising engineer), with direction given only in terms of broadly stated objectives and desired outcomes.

Responsible for auditing production parts for critical characteristics and inspecting in-production parts for all customer specifications. Responsible for providing operators and technicians with all necessary gauges for production and training new operators on their use. Responsible for maintaining calibration on all gauges. Proficient in the use of ViciVision optical measuring system and Zeiss CMM as well calipers, micrometers, and other gauges. Participated in Certificate of Compliance, Production Part Approval Process and compatibility studies.

Responsible for set-up of production equipment and issuing production materials to their respective jobs. Worked closely with set-up technicians, leads and supervisors to prevent stoppages and improve efficiency of the production process. Worked with Engineers and production staff to improve the Material Handling process using 5S and LEAN manufacturing techniques.

Trained in all aspects of the injection molding process including Material Handling and Set-up Technician. Received hands-on experience working with experienced technicians and engineers. Participated in 5S and LEAN training programs.

Responsible for completion, inspection, and packaging of product as well as maintaining a production rate to ensure profitability. Worked closely with set-up technicians, leads and supervisors to prevent stoppages and improve efficiency of the production process.

Responsible for completion, inspection, and packaging of the final product. Responsible for monitoring production and logging defects while working with leads and supervisors to help correct production issues and ensure quality.

Process FBI NICS legal documents to certify customers as legal to purchase firearms and interact with NICS officials. Work with customers to find products that best meet their needs. Maintain inventory and customer product holds and layaways.

Maintained stock, inventory, and stockroom accuracy, worked with customers, helped train new employees and assisted other departments.