Experience

Technopath Clinical Diagnostics

• Ireland
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Manufacturing Engineer

  • Nov 2022 - Present



Johnson & Johnson Vision

• United States
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Technical Trainer

  • Jun 2016 - Nov 2022

  · Developed & Delivered learning & training programmes such as Structured problem solving using A3 templates, Line lead training, Manufacturing Process Training. · Collaborated with engineering and operations management to identify training needs and close any gaps identified.· Broke down a highly automated high output manufacturing line into defined cells to deliver a four-week training course to new engineers starting a variation of roles manufacturing, automation and process. · Provided training, certification & coaching ‘On the Job Instruction’ skills for SMEs using TWI (Training Within Industry) methodology.· Mentored new team members to ensure they get up to speed in a timely mannered integrated well into the team even while the team worked remotely. · Collaborated on several projects with cross functional teams to identify training needs and address same.· Liaised with management at all levels to ensure audit readiness during multiple audits. FDA, MDSAP etc. · Managed a resource matrix to identify the skills gaps within the operations teams and implemented programs improve site efficiency and productivity within operations.· Consulted on global projects with USA, Japan and The Netherlands. Japanese cultural awareness, Maximo CMMS, MFT, and IOL introduction to Ireland.· Participated in Front/Back room for External/Internal audits providing all necessary support & information from and training perspective for the auditors. · Facilitated training programs rolled out by senior directors to entire pharma site to enable compliance to the quality system requirements. · Presented to Vice President of quality vision care on Training programs currently in progress and future plan for the department. Show less

• Process Technician

  • May 2011 - Aug 2016

  · Responsible for process, yield, and efficiency improvement projects on high output manufacturing lines. · Ongoing structured use of A3 problem solving tools to maintain, yield, sustain optimum cycle time and reduce downtime. · Analysis of line data to diagnose potential issues on the manufacturing line. · Collaborated in equipment upgrade project implementation and validation to increase output.· Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment.



Air Liquide

• France
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Manufacturing Engineer

  • Apr 2010 - May 2011

  · Successfully installed and validated chemical blending equipment used in semi-conductor manufacturing to save $750,000 annually on chemical supplies. · Developed IQ validation protocols for chemical blending equipment which was new to site. Execute IQ protocol and publish reports. · Frequently reviewed results with senior leadership at Intel Ireland and Air Liquide America. · Managed yield and efficiency improvement projects on chemical blending and chemical/gas distribution equipment. · Spearheaded problem solving projects to reduce downtime and implement permanent solutions to improve reliability on high output chemical blending machines. · Developed and rolled out training for maintenance personal to standardize equipment maintenance across multiple shifts. Show less



Tokyo Electron Device, Ltd.

• Japan
• Computer Networking Products
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Project Manager

  • Nov 2000 - May 2009

  · Successfully managed 3 large scale installation and validation projects over a seven-year period. These projects involved the installation and validation of over 200 pieces of equipment used in the manufacture of semiconductors. · Collaborated with Tokyo Electron Europe, Japan & USA to manage budgets, resources, and schedules. · Communicating with the customer and stakeholders to discuss progress, issues, and resolution plans. · Ensured equipment validation adhered to all technical and process specifications. · Managing an international team of engineers to ensure. · Documentation of all aspects of the project, issues, manpower (current and projected), budget, qualification checklists etc. Show less