Sean Ermer, Phd Email & Phone Number

Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area

As COO of Rightway Plumbing, I am dedicated to cultivating a culture of innovation, collaboration, and relentless improvement. Through strategic leadership and operational excellence, my goal is to elevate Rightway Plumbing as a frontrunner in the commercial plumbing industry, setting new standards for quality and service delivery.

•Developed and implemented comprehensive Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the quality department, streamlining the process and setting clear, measurable goals.•Innovated accessibility solutions for team members to interact with and understand KPIs, ensuring transparency and team engagement in quality objectives.•Employed digital tools (including ERPs, and self developed dashboards) and lean management principles, successfully boosting the productivity of the quality inspection department by 50%. •Initiated a 'quality at the source' program, engaging technicians directly in quality improvement efforts, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.• Utilized key KPIs to design performance incentives, aligning individual and team efforts with organizational goals and driving significant improvements in quality standards.

New Braunfels, Texas, United States

• Spearheaded the transition to digital workflows, reducing quality reporting times by up to two weeks, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in project management.• Played a pivotal role in overhauling and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring alignment with ISO 9000 best practices and regulatory compliance.• Developed comprehensive quality assurance plans, contributing to improved product quality and operational standards.• Demonstrated leadership and expertise in quality management, leading to an eventual promotion to the Director of Quality role.• Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to integrate quality assurance measures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

• Led innovative research focused on monitoring methods for opioid-induced respiratory impairment, integrating extensive data analysis and medical device development and culminating in the development and successful defense of a comprehensive thesis.•Authored and published two significant papers in the field: • Ermer, Sean, et al. "Comparison of 7 different sensors for detecting low respiratory rates using a single breath detection algorithm in Nonintubated, Sedated volunteers." Anesthesia & Analgesia 129.2 (2019): 399-408. • Ermer, Sean C., et al. "An automated algorithm incorporating Poincaré analysis can quantify the severity of opioid-induced ataxic breathing." Anesthesia & Analgesia 130.5 (2020): 1147-1156.•My research contributed valuable insights into effective methods for patient monitoring in critical care environments, highlighting potential improvements for detecting opioid-induced respiratory impairments.• Collaborated with a team of researchers and medical professionals to advance understanding in the field, ensuring my work's applicability and relevance to current healthcare challenges.

• Taught the laboratory component of the Introduction to Bioengineering course, with a special focus on medical device design.• Conducted lab sessions that illustrated key principles of medical device design, enhancing students' practical and theoretical understanding. • Facilitated hands-on learning experiences, guiding students through the complexities of bioengineering concepts and applications.

•Led the graduate student recruitment committee, overseeing the organization, budgeting, and management of key recruitment events. •Successfully hosted a series of engaging and informative events aimed at attracting top-tier graduate student talent to the bioengineering department.• Demonstrated effective leadership and strategic planning skills, resulting in one of the largest incoming classes in the department's history.• Collaborated with faculty and department heads to align recruitment strategies with the department's academic goals and standards.• Played a pivotal role in enhancing the department's profile and appeal to prospective students, contributing to its growth and diversity.

• Engaged in a engineering project investigating new medical devices for the early detection of hydrocephalus shunt impairments.• Conducted thorough research on various imaging methods to identify the most effective techniques for early detection.• Successfully developed a proof of concept prototype, demonstrating the practical potential of the device in solving real-world medical challenges.• Gained valuable experience in medical device innovation, from initial research and design to prototype development and testing.

Greater St. Louis Area

• Designed and programmed a negative feedback control loop for a piezoelectric system, enhancing research into cell receptor properties. • Demonstrated expertise in control systems programming, significantly improving system accuracy and reliability. • Collaborated effectively within a research team, contributing to advancements in the lab’s biological studies.

• Guided freshmen through introductory coursework, providing clear explanations and support to facilitate their understanding.• Served as a mentor and first point of contact for students, addressing queries and offering academic guidance.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

• Observed and aided in administration of a clinical device study focused on percutaneous heart valve replacements, ensuring efficient study progression.• Aided research nurses with paperwork management and facilitated effective communication with study participants.• Directly observed surgical procedures, gaining valuable insights into practical applications of medical device technology in clinical settings.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Bioengineering And Biomedical Engineering

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Bioengineering And Biomedical Engineering