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San Jose, Ca, Us

San Jose, Ca, Us

Falls Church, Va, Us

San Jose, California, Us

Major Responsibilities:• Worked on the HV Battery team,• Managed numerous high-visibility projects that included vehicle development and manufacturing.• Led and developed several vehicle projects at the same time,• Determined specific requirements for numerous projects which included scheduling, and determining risk, while partnering with cross-functional teams to achieve successful results,• Had responsibility for generating RFP’s and purchase orders while maintaining strong relationships with several external vendors and partners.• Generated RFPs, Purchase Orders, and managed external vendors on all relevant projects.Significant Accomplishments:• Took over ownership and management of the HV Bill of Materials which resulted in materials arriving on time and within budget. Previously materials arrived late which caused a myriad of issues for Drako.• Created brand new processes and procedures for the manufacture and procurement of materials for all pre-production builds. This led to decreases in both labor and component costs.• Developed a new way to trace material costs for projects, which led to all projects being completed on time and within budget.• Oversaw, managed and led the building out of a brand-new warehouse area, from scratch.• Created and managed a new inventory system to ensure all materials were tracked and received on time and in budget.

Northbrook, Illinois, Us

Major Responsibilities:• Worked on Electric Vehicle AC and DC charging.• Was responsible for analyzing products and building out comprehensive test plans.• Assisting customers to complete all technical certifications that were required.• Had responsibility to work with customers on a global basis, which included teams of engineers and technicians, helping them complete projects and achieving success.• Kept current on all regulatory changes and statutes and having responsibility to educate team members and customers.Significant Accomplishments • Ensured customers with limited resources to ensure that their EMC testing issues were resolved by working hands on in EMC Lab.• Educated customers on their bill of materials to make sure they were up to date with upcoming regulatory changes and statutes.

Milpitas, Ca, Us

• Advised Cummins leadership on manufacturing ramp-up projects and grant management post-acquisition. • Provided guidance on contract negotiations and ongoing support for open RFx in capital equipment procurement.

Milpitas, Ca, Us

• Managed a $7M CEC-funded grant, coordinating directly with the government customer to build out an advanced manufacturing facility. • Principle engineer for drivetrain sub-component manufacturing and test design to seamlessly transition from prototype to product.• Point of contact for manufacturing and EHS, IT, and company equipment during the investor due diligence process.• Worked with vendors, property management, government officials, and contractors on capital equipment procurement.• Developed budgets, schedules, and staffing requirements. • Collaborated with engineering and vendors to design and procure manufacturing and test equipment.• Acted as a company representative to customers for day-to-day operations, information requests, and events. • Oversaw company-wide environmental health and safety.

Milpitas, Ca, Us

• Spearheaded a six-month MRP and ERP selection process and presented to the executive team.• Worked with PGE teams to build a hybrid truck with EV charging capabilities.• Helped define and revamp BOMs and PLM selection review, resulting in new standards for project management and customer quotes.• Designed customized equipment for wire harness manufacturing. • Acted as purchasing manager, negotiated with contract manufacturers, and helped identify and qualify potential suppliers.• Managed subcontractors on relevant projects. • Designed verification test plans and managed fleet testing. • Created and delivered EHS and manufacturing training for individuals and groups. • Developed and documented cross-organizational processes and manufacturing procedures.

Milpitas, Ca, Us

Consolidated a detailed Bill of Material (BOM) for the EDI Drive systemsDeveloped inventory system for parts management with numbering system, labelingoptions and storage solutionAssisted with manufacturing process designAssisted with manufacturing and assembly process layout design for new facilities

Palo Alto, Ca, Us

Lead Six Sigma Yellow Belt Project continuous support from manager, showing a 0.36yr. R.O.I. in terms of soft savings.Helped implement new manufacturing process and revised required MPI’s.Designed and fabricated modifications to existing test equipment.Updated production and testing floor plans for Bus Electronics Department.Assisted in implementation of new test equipment in conjunction with team.

San Jose, Ca, Us

Reorganized machine shop.Developed new floor plan with Instructor.Planned and furnished new tool storage room.

Responsible for collaborating in all aspects of jobs including: estimating, design, material order, fabrication, managing outsourcing, installation, and inspection.

Required to lead team members in completion of projects in coordination with state deadlines.Responsible for ensuring all needed inventory and tools were available on projects.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Industrial Technology/Manufacturing Systems

Machine Tool Technology/Machinist And Automotive