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.
• 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