Ahmad Shah Saed

Technical Manufacturing Supervisor

Sonendo

06.2022 - Current

Supervising the activities of electromechanical technicians and manufacturing leads in the production area
Supervising New Product Development, Continuous Improvement, Quality, Compliance and Operational metrics
Track, analyze, summarize, and report key indicator data and metrics for area(s) of my responsibility
Responsible for ensuring compliance to quality systems (ISO,GMP, QSR) and company policies
Keeping my production department 100% audit ready and ensure compliance to FDA and other major audit organizations
Identify and implement lean manufacturing opportunities in an effort to improve quality, increase productivity, reduce costs and cycle times
Develop and sustain the manufacturing team as a quality minded culture
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
Hire, train, develop and evaluate production personnel
Assign and adjust workloads to meet production schedules
Proactively identify potential failure modes relative to quality or business risks
Collaborate with Supply Chain, Logistics, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality to drive value stream and lean manufacturing improvement initiatives
Provide technical guidance and input regarding new processing strategies and associated equipment procurement
Evaluate direct reports performance on a quarterly and annual basis in a written performance review.
Developed and maintained detailed documentation for manufacturing processes, ensuring consistency across shifts.
Coordinated project workflows for departments.
Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
Oversaw loading and unloading of packages in warehouse.
Monitored production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of products, meeting customer expectations consistently.
Implemented cost-saving measures, resulting in significant reduction in operational expenses.
Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve production goals and optimize workflow.
Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
Reported tool, machinery and equipment issues to maintenance personnel.
Enhanced employee morale and retention by fostering a positive work environment and recognizing outstanding performance.
Ensured product quality through rigorous inspection processes and adherence to industry standards.
Managed departmental performance measures.
Simplified complex procedures into easy-to-follow instructions for improved worker understanding and productivity.
Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment maintenance and addressing issues promptly.
Maintained proper inventory levels.
Evaluated new technologies for potential adoption in the manufacturing process to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
Supervised a team of skilled workers, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluation for continuous improvement.
Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
Performed accident investigations.
Strengthened performance metrics tracking and analysis to enhance tactical and strategic company plans.
Enhanced processes by pinpointing bottlenecks and working with supervisor to resolve.
Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
Recorded and reported attendance and hours worked for all area employees.
Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace injuries and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Coordinated with suppliers for timely procurement of raw materials, maintaining uninterrupted production flow.
Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
Participated in departmental meetings to share insights from the manufacturing floor, contributing valuable input towards decisionmaking.
Improved production efficiency by implementing Lean Manufacturing principles and streamlining processes.
Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel to daily tasks.
Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
Communicated job expectations and monitored employees.
Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
Led safety meetings and monitored compliance with gear requirements and best practices.
Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
Maintained open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering trust and transparency throughout the organization.
Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
Managed inventory levels to maintain optimal stock while minimizing waste and obsolescence costs.
Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
Read and interpreted schematics, technical documentation and production orders.
Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, identifying solutions that prevented future recurrence of similar problems.
Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Led continuous improvement initiatives by soliciting feedback from employees and incorporating their suggestions into the manufacturing process where feasible.
Assisted in the development of annual budgets for labor, equipment, materials, and other manufacturing resources.

Production Line Lead/Acting supervisor

Medtronic Neurovascular

02.2020 - 06.2022

Managed both Axium Bare and Axium Enlace as a line lead
Managed a ramp up in output from 300 units to 650 units daily with a 100% on time delivery of results
Worked closely with engineering team members in cross function teams to increase yield from approximately 85% to over 93% on average
Supported engineering team to increase yield from average 84% to average 94% for Bare line
Successfully managed and helped Bare line to ramp-up output from 1400 units to 1900 units per day
Supported Opex team with 4 major line moves in Axium departments
Completed lean sigma problem solving course
Participated in multiple successful A3s across 1st and 2nd shift
Supported a cross-functional team to complete a major NCMR burn down project
Communicated with operation managers and presented tier 2 while supervisor was on PTO
Increased training matrix flexibility
Reduced hours of possible line down situations
Reduced the amount of aging work orders
Managed material delays
Supported a corrective and preventive action (CAPA) team
Nominated as co-chairman of Medtronic's safety committee.

Production line assembler

Medtronic Neurovascular

10.2016 - 02.2020

Worked from visual aids, method layouts, diagrams, schematics, process flow sheets and written or verbal assembly instructions
Conducted quality inspections on processing line
Disassembled, modified, reworked, reassembled, and tested experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies
Worked as a 5S team member
Trained operators to follow 5S guidelines.

Production line assembler

Pacific Rim Resources

04.2015 - 10.2016

Worked from visual aids, method layouts, diagrams, schematics, process flow sheets and written or verbal assembly instructions
Conducted quality inspections on processing line
Disassembled, modified, reworked, reassembled, and tested experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies.

Translator/Interpreter

Mission Essential

10.2011 - 11.2013

Worked as a translator/interpreter
Worked as a cultural advisor.

Assembler and quality controller

Farah brothers

01.2008 - 10.2011

Performed a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies
Built parts and assembled frames for green houses based on manufacturing procedures
Controlled quality of products
Managed cable management.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Technical Manufacturing Supervisor

Production Line Lead/Acting supervisor

Production line assembler

Production line assembler

Translator/Interpreter

Assembler and quality controller

Education

Business Administration - Business Administration

High School -

Skills

Skills And Qualifications

References

Certification

Languages

Timeline

Technical Manufacturing Supervisor

Production Line Lead/Acting supervisor

Production line assembler

Production line assembler

Translator/Interpreter

Assembler and quality controller

Business Administration - Business Administration

High School -

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