Aaron Gunyon
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
- I am an experienced quality professional with almost a decade working in an automotive, aviation and military manufacturing setting. The first 4 + were with machined and extruded aluminum. I have worked with injection molded plastics but my current role utilizes various materials and techniques.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Engineer
Aerofab
Indianapolis, IN
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Prepared documents for PPAP and 1st article submissions to customer through customer portal.
- Meeting with customers regularly to ensure compliance and timelines were met.
- Developed and maintained Quality Assurance procedures in accordance with ISO 9001 standards.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of new processes for improved product quality.
- Reviewed engineering drawings, process specifications, test requirements, inspection plans, and other technical documents for accuracy.
- Conducted internal audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop solutions that improve overall product quality.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for process optimization based on best practices from industry standards.
Quality Inspector and Systems Specialist
Index Corporation
Noblesville, IN
04.2023 - 07.2023
- CNC Inspection: Perform thorough inspections of CNC machined components to verify that they meet specified tolerances and quality standards. Utilize precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, and CMM to assess dimensions and surface finishes.
- Quality Control: Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure CNC machining processes consistently deliver accurate and defect-free products. Monitor and identify trends in production quality and collaborate with the team to address any issues.
- Documentation: Maintain detailed records of inspection results, including deviations from standards and corrective actions taken. Generate inspection reports and documentation for internal and customer review.
- Root Cause Analysis: Investigate non-conforming products and identify root causes of quality issues. Collaborate with production and engineering teams to develop corrective and preventive actions to avoid future quality problems.
- Calibration: Ensure that measuring equipment is regularly calibrated and in proper working condition to maintain accuracy and reliability in inspection processes.
- Process Improvement: Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to enhancing CNC machining techniques, tools, and technologies to enhance overall product quality and efficiency.
- Compliance: Adhere to industry regulations, company quality standards, and customer-specific requirements. Ensure that products meet all relevant safety and quality standards.
- Communication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering and customers, to maintain effective communication channels and ensure alignment in achieving quality objectives.
CMM Programmer/Quality Control Lead Inspector
PWR North America
Indianapolis, IN
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Trained newly hired employees by explaining company procedures, job duties and performance expectations.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining quality.
- Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production and efficiency problems.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Reviewed drawings and blueprints to complete inspection at appropriate levels.
- Analyzed plans, specifications and blueprints to understand product requirements.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Produced official reports of findings to meet regulatory standards and assist senior leadership with improving operations.
- Completed non-destructive tests and conducted continuous inspections.
- Inspected products to meet project expectations.
Nuclear Quality Inspector/CMM Programmer
Major Tool & Machine Inc.
Indianapolis, IN
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Certified Nuclear Inspector clearance in order to work on special nuclear projects related to military/nuclear waste
- ITAR projects inspection related to US military defense
- Worked with Quality Engineers regarding best practices and measurements for classified materials and projects
- Worked directly with production staff to troubleshoot and coordinate timelines or root causes
- Conducted inspections for prototypes and 1 of a kind projects on a regular basis.
- Created Inspection plans for specific inspection guidelines
- Met standards for accuracy and repeatability
CMM Programmer / Quality Engineer
Global Plastics
Indianapolis, IN
11.2017 - 01.2020
- Create robust and repeatable inspection routines for prototypes and PPAP submission.
- Most often involved with PPAPs from start to finish.
- Manual inspection
- Generating reports
- Work with other engineers, technicians and sales staff on best practices in both print reading and inspection.
- CMM Programmer demands close attention to detail and a thorough understanding of GD&T.
- Assist with gauge R&R, CPK and capability studies.
- Create reports and forms for internal and customer use
- Often interacting face to face with suppliers and/or customers.
CMM Programmer/Layout Technician
Magnode Corporation
Indianpolis, IN
09.2013 - 11.2017
- Responsible for creating and maintaining dozens of repeatable measurement routines.
- Training others on their use.
- First piece layouts
- PPAP inspections
- Proficiency in print reading
- Manual measurement tools
- Good record keeping and good personal communication skills.
- Coordinate directly with the production department to ensure quality standards on new prototypes as well as long established projects.
- Work closely with CNC operators and programmers as well as engineers and customers.
Education
Business Administration
Ball State University
2004
Skills
- ISO 9001
- ITAR
- GD&T Print Reading
- Manual Inspection
- Calibration
- CMM Inspection
- CMM Programming
- CMM PC-Dmis training
- CMM Calypso training
- CPK
- Gauge R&R
- PPAP
- APQP
Certification
- Basic GD&T 2015
- PC-DMIS Level 1 2014
- PC-DMIS Level 2 2015
- PC-DMIS Applied GD&T 2017
- Nuclear Quality Inspector 2020
- Calypso Basic 2021 and 2023
Experience
Respiratory Partners August 2010-June 2013TechnicianResponsible for customer service, repairs and deliveries Off The Wall Sports August 2005-May 2010Director of Lil Kickers IndianaResponsible for training coaches, maintaining equipment and scheduling facilities
Timeline
Quality Engineer
Aerofab
10.2023 - 02.2024
Quality Inspector and Systems Specialist
Index Corporation
04.2023 - 07.2023
CMM Programmer/Quality Control Lead Inspector
PWR North America
06.2021 - 03.2023
Nuclear Quality Inspector/CMM Programmer
Major Tool & Machine Inc.
03.2020 - 06.2021
CMM Programmer / Quality Engineer
Global Plastics
11.2017 - 01.2020
CMM Programmer/Layout Technician
Magnode Corporation
09.2013 - 11.2017
Business Administration
Ball State University
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