Robert Rayfield Email & Phone Number

Media, Pa, Us

Media, Pa, Us

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, Gb

Forchheim, De

Engineering Process lead of new reagent platform process equipment for Laboratory Diagnostics business unit.• Engineering process support team lead 2020 - 2022• Led the design and implementation of packaging changes and supporting equipment on the AtellicaTM bulk fluids filling and packaging line. Simplified the process, reduced labor, increased line capacity, and prevented ergonomic injuries. • Conducted mock-up production line layouts and executed Yamazumi (labor/time balancing) trials as part of Siemens Performance Systems training.• Part of core team that detailed the 5-year scale up of the AtellicaTM bulk fluids operation, including analysis of forecast vs. material storage, process traffic, headcount, shift operation, batch size and building layout.• Drove the successful re-validation of three Fluidized bed spray granulators for the tableting and blending group. Including process characterization, IQ, OQ and PQ as part of overall Master Validation Plan.• Day-to-day support of automated manufacturing lines, troubleshooting with hands-on investigation, high speed filming, A3 problem analysis as well as predictive maintenance using thermal imaging & ultrasonic probe.

Forchheim, De

Project lead of new instrument, reagent and software product introductions for Point-of-Care business unit. Providing on-site expertise in the area of manufacturing process, strategic sourcing, logistics & distribution, MRP systems, and overall Product Development Process. • Leading the design transfer and new product introduction for Xprecia StrideTM, handheld coagulation analyzer, from R&D partner in Melbourne, Australia to external manufacturing partner in Penang, Malaysia.• Providing on-site expertise in the area of manufacturing process, logistics & distribution, MRP systems, and overall product development process at R&D site.• Drove the successful manufacturing launch for Clinitek NovusTM, automated urine chemistry analyzer, at the Sudbury, UK Siemens manufacturing site.• Recognized as a ‘Top Talent’ and invited to join the Siemens Global Emerging Leadership Forum.• Supported an FDA experimental learning program by writing and presenting manufacturing development and designtransfer activities to members of the FDA.• Proven track record for bringing delayed new product introductions in on time.• Amassed an extensive network, enabling me to be a key resource in helping colleagues solve problems.

Forchheim, De

Project lead of new instrument product introductions for the Central Lab-Automation-Immunoassay business unit.• Led the design transfer and new product introduction for Centrifuge XL & Vista Connectivity, pre-analytic instruments used in combination with ADVIA® lab automation systems.• Selected for high profile cross-site project team following Siemens formation of the Diagnostics business unit.• Led a team of three quality engineers that created the Global New Product Development Quality System procedures.• Mentored numerous colleagues during organizational restructuring as well as developed junior engineers through assigned project leadership roles.• Set a benchmark for external manufacturing design transfer having collaborated with a contract-manufacturing partner on an internal manufacturing pilot build and subsequent operation scale-up at the final commercial site.• Authored a comprehensive manufacturing development checklist later adopted as the cornerstone procedure by the New Product Development function for introduction of instrument and software products.• Exceeded expectations continually and earned two promotions in 5 years.

Instrument Manufacturing engineer for new products, optimizing prototype Dimension Vista® designs for improved reliability, ease-of-manufacture, reduction of cost and parts in an FDA regulated environment.• Developed supply plan, bill of material structure and work cell layout in support of Lean Manufacturing initiatives.• Piloted the creation of the first visual assembly procedure animations for work instruction and training aid.• Reduced the manufacturing takt time by eliminating/reducing hardware and tool variety.

Irving, Tx, Us

Project engineer dedicated to the installation and upgrade of process equipment on the Scott bath tissue production lines while working in a unionized, high-performance environment.• Created $2.3 million in annual cost savings on a production capacity increase across 19 converting lines. Led several critical installations within the overall project scope. Managed the master timeline comprised of 36 individual projects.• Resolved a major safety issue by eliminating the repetitive lifting of 80 lb. core plugs through the design and implementation of an ergonomically safe lifter, which became a corporate standard.• Managed a 24/7 shutdown installation schedule and was subsequently nominated for Site Safety Pacesetter April 2003.

Irving, Tx, Us

Asset Mechanical Engineer focusing on the day-to-day operation and leading the upgrade of process equipment on the Kleenex facial tissue production lines.• Identified and solved a critical production issue following a dimensional change to a carton design. Used high-speed video to diagnose the problem and designed a flap tucking device to restore machine efficiency from 40% up to 70%.• Developed and installed new conveyor lines, re-designed existing case packing equipment to have quick grade-change capability, resulting in a reduction in process bottlenecks, and savings in excess of $100,000 annually.• Promoted to Engineer 2 Level ahead of schedule in 2 ½ years (typical promotion time is 3 – 5 years).

Irving, Tx, Us

Project mechanical engineer leading the upgrade, installation, and maintenance of plant equipment while providing day-to-day operational support of boiler house and water treatment facility.• Designed heat exchange system to control tissue machine temp. which increased production and saved $50,000 annually.• Successfully led two major project segments on a $5 million tissue machine shutdown involving the replacement of the reel drum and the installation of a new dust collection equipment.• Customized wastewater treatment plant de-watering equipment to achieve corporate objective of becoming landfill free.• Planned and led annual preventative maintenance shutdowns of boilers and water treatment plant clarifiers.

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor'S Degree, Applied Physics