MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING SPECIALIST
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE – 24 1/2 YEARS
Process Engineering Specialist -- Proactive problem solving and resource management skills
Innovative -- Implemented new advanced technology for systems and processes
Solely responsible for introducing Super Abrasive Grinding, EDM graphite milling, the palletizing of EDM fixtures for sinker and wire EDM, and vacuum chamber welding and waterjet machining of refractory niobium alloys to Williams International
Possess an active Secret National Security Clearance (red) – I was the primary manufacturing support for numerous R&D classified “black” programs – last clearance updated by DoD (Department of Defense) on 2/24/06
Established Policies and Procedures for Electron Beam Welding, Super Abrasive Grinding, and water jet machining and vacuum welding of refractory alloys to comply with government (DoD) program requirements
Supported our Sheet Metal Cell with knowledge of laser machining and welding, hydroforming, stamping, waterjet, and weld repair procedures for assemblies
Developed specialized processes for LASER, EDM, waterjet, LASER Cladding, and ceramic thermal spray with metallurgical engineering assistance
Summary Account Manager for $1.2M budget -- Adept at cost reduction – Using our MRP System, known as IFS, monitored resources of tooling, labor, and supply chain of materials for specific projects
Managed an integrated team of Designers, and Structural and Metallurgical, Engineers to establish cost effective designs for turbine engine components
Prepared Computer Aided Process Planning (CAPP) utilizing Unigraphics UG-ll and Pro-E solid modeling in both an R&D and production environment
Initiated Corrective Actions and cost reductions on Cruise Missile Engine components and two new generator programs
Worked with components machined from Nickel, Cobalt, Niobium, Chrome-Moly, Stainless, and Titanium alloys
Proven experience in staff training, empowerment, and development – Mentored the young engineers – also had great rapport with the shop personnel to work for the common good
Performed quality audits of our vendors who performed special processes
As a PQE, I was the final signature of our MRB (Material Review Board) process
ADDITIONAL MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE - 10 YEARS
Programmed and operated CNC lathes, mills, and grinders -- All around machinist
Leader of two Quality Circle Teams, resulting in many improvements and cost reductions
Leader of Vertical Turret Lathe Department at Smith-Morris Corporation
RECENT EMPLOYMENT
William International Process Engineering Specialist 9/02 - 9/09
Walled Lake, Michigan Lead Manufacturing Engineer 9/97 - 9/02
Senior Manufacturing Engi...
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