Experience

Trans-Matic Mfg. Co

• United States
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Manager

  • Nov 2017 - Present

• Sr Quality Engineer

  • Nov 2009 - Nov 2017

  • Mentor to Manufacturing and Customer Quality Engineers • Successfully manage over thirty customer accounts • Worked closely with Quality Manager and Program Manager to implement continuous improvement projects related to launch and production • TS16949 and ISO-14001 Internal Auditor • Responsible for on-time completion of new product launches • Utilized six sigma methodologies and other statistical tools to solve complex manufacturing issues • Facilitated close… Show more • Mentor to Manufacturing and Customer Quality Engineers • Successfully manage over thirty customer accounts • Worked closely with Quality Manager and Program Manager to implement continuous improvement projects related to launch and production • TS16949 and ISO-14001 Internal Auditor • Responsible for on-time completion of new product launches • Utilized six sigma methodologies and other statistical tools to solve complex manufacturing issues • Facilitated close communications between tool designers, tool makers, and customers to ensure robust part designs • Responsible for the development of APQP documentation (Process Flows, PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions) and subsequent PPAP submissions • Worked closely with steel suppliers to develop material specifications to maximize drawability of deep draw stamped parts • Helped to develop the first Eddy Current technology for detection of subsurface material defects • Worked quickly and effectively to resolve customer quality concerns and prevent future reoccurrences

• Product Launch Engineer

  • Jul 2005 - Nov 2009



Johnson Controls

• Ireland
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Advanced Quality Engineer

  • Oct 1997 - Jun 2005

  Relevant Projects: 2005 Hyundai NF (Garnish/Exterior Trim & Floor Console), 2004.5 Chrysler Mini-van (Overhead System), 2004 Mitsubishi Gallant (Overhead System, Visors, & Overhead Console), 2003.5 Mitsubishi Endeavor (Overhead System, Visors, Overhead Console and Floor Console), 2002 Chrysler Sebring (Slide-on-Rod Visor) • Responsible for the development of APQP documentation (Process Flows, PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions) for new product launches • Worked in team environment… Show more Relevant Projects: 2005 Hyundai NF (Garnish/Exterior Trim & Floor Console), 2004.5 Chrysler Mini-van (Overhead System), 2004 Mitsubishi Gallant (Overhead System, Visors, & Overhead Console), 2003.5 Mitsubishi Endeavor (Overhead System, Visors, Overhead Console and Floor Console), 2002 Chrysler Sebring (Slide-on-Rod Visor) • Responsible for the development of APQP documentation (Process Flows, PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions) for new product launches • Worked in team environment with Product and Manufacturing Engineers to ensure development of robust product designs and processes • Utilized Six Sigma methodologies for process improvement and root cause analysis • Worked closely with Hyundai, Mitsubishi, and Chrysler’s Supplier Quality representatives to resolve build issues, review APQP documentation, and develop ongoing, positive customer relationships • Responsible for the approval of supplier’s quality systems and products through Process Sign-Off and PPAP activities • Reported program status to upper management on a monthly basis. • Utilized warranty data for continuous improvement of new launch products Show less Relevant Projects: 2005 Hyundai NF (Garnish/Exterior Trim & Floor Console), 2004.5 Chrysler Mini-van (Overhead System), 2004 Mitsubishi Gallant (Overhead System, Visors, & Overhead Console), 2003.5 Mitsubishi Endeavor (Overhead System, Visors, Overhead Console and Floor Console), 2002 Chrysler Sebring (Slide-on-Rod Visor) • Responsible for the development of APQP documentation (Process Flows, PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions) for new product launches • Worked in team environment… Show more Relevant Projects: 2005 Hyundai NF (Garnish/Exterior Trim & Floor Console), 2004.5 Chrysler Mini-van (Overhead System), 2004 Mitsubishi Gallant (Overhead System, Visors, & Overhead Console), 2003.5 Mitsubishi Endeavor (Overhead System, Visors, Overhead Console and Floor Console), 2002 Chrysler Sebring (Slide-on-Rod Visor) • Responsible for the development of APQP documentation (Process Flows, PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions) for new product launches • Worked in team environment with Product and Manufacturing Engineers to ensure development of robust product designs and processes • Utilized Six Sigma methodologies for process improvement and root cause analysis • Worked closely with Hyundai, Mitsubishi, and Chrysler’s Supplier Quality representatives to resolve build issues, review APQP documentation, and develop ongoing, positive customer relationships • Responsible for the approval of supplier’s quality systems and products through Process Sign-Off and PPAP activities • Reported program status to upper management on a monthly basis. • Utilized warranty data for continuous improvement of new launch products Show less



Prince Corporation

• Team Leader

  • Jun 1995 - Jun 1997