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Mahwah, New Jersey, United States

In this role, I drove manufacturing process simplification to boost productivity and led project engineering and industrial research initiatives for industry-leading innovation. leveraging lean manufacturing principles and my mechanical engineering expertise, I spearheaded transformative process enhancements. Furthermore, I steered installation and qualification of CNC machines, Optical Gaging Products (OGPs), Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs), and other manufacturing equipment. Key Accomplishments:► Achieved 90% on-time completion for IQ, OQ, and PQ phases, surpassing project goals in medical device manufacturing.► Managed installation and validation of 50+ manufacturing equipment (CNC machines, OGPs, CMMs, Orthopedic manufacturing machinery.. etc).► Optimized floor layout, ensuring safe and efficient equipment installation, demonstrating commitment to safety and operational excellence. ► Coordinated phased machinery installation across trades, showcasing strong project management and strategic problem-solving skills. ► Boosted machinery performance, resulting in a 20% production efficiency and 25% downtime reduction, accelerating orthopedic implant production.

East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States

In this position, I orchestrated day-to-day manufacturing operations for large-scale aluminum helideck projects, ensuring strict adherence to safety and quality standards. I provided clear directives to teams and collaborated closely with organizational managers, resulting in the successful execution of projects.Key Accomplishments:► Achieved project success by issuing clear directives and communicating with organizational managers.► Performed process engineering calculations to enhance and optimize aluminum helideck structural designs.► Contributed to the design of proprietary fire suppression systems, improving project safety and functionality.

Northvale, New Jersey, United States

While working here, I spearheaded the development and execution of comprehensive business plans for manufacturing operations, meticulously addressing program requirements, optimizing workforce utilization, and enhancing equipment capacity and usage efficiency. Collaborating closely with he engineering team, I streamlined the design of processes aligned with lean manufacturing principles for new product introductions (NPI), ensuring seamless integration and adherence to Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) phases. My commitment to excellence in the timely submission of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation, upholding strict quality standards throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.Key Accomplishments:► Revamped workstation layout by implementing ergonomic philosophy and lean manufacturing principles, resulting in a 25% reduction in cycle time and a 35% increase in productivity for automotive parts production.► Structured secondary tooling components, including fixtures and engineering changes, to ensure proper fit and function, enhancing production efficiency.► Troubleshot insert-molding injection production defects, conducted Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and implemented solutions that significantly reduced scrap and increased yields of quality molded parts for automotive manufacturing.► Interacted with maintenance and tooling experts to troubleshoot injection systems, develop preventive maintenance programs, and establish spare parts identification and systems.► Prepared Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), defect catalogs, and visual aids; provided training to manufacturing personnel to ensure consistency and high-quality production standards for automotive parts.

Blida, Algeria

I was hired as Industrial Engineering Intern to provide technical expertise in interpreting complex part and subassembly drawings for packaging machinery. I implemented Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) practices by collecting and analyzing equipment breakdown and maintenance data to improve reliability and performance.Key Accomplishments:► created and modified part drawings in SolidWorks & AutoCAD, interacting with senior engineers to ensure accuracy and efficiency.► Installed over 20 high end fully-automated packaging machinery at customer sites and led a team of five technicians. ► Conducted product demonstrations for potential customers, showcasing machinery features, benefits and capabilities.