Amber Ferrera
Georgetown
Summary
Results-driven Senior Manufacturing Engineer with 5+ years of experience leading high-volume production environments in technology, medical, and glass industries. Proven expertise in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), Lean Six Sigma, and automated equipment deployment. Skilled in laser welding, soldering, CAD/SolidWorks, and quality assurance methods. Adept at driving pilot line development, cost-saving initiatives, and continuous improvement to meet aggressive production targets. Passionate about advancing next-generation manufacturing processes for complex electromechanical systems.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manufacturing Engineer and Team Lead
ZT Systems
Georgetown
01.2022 - Current
- Led pilot line development and high-volume production ramp-up for multiple process areas (System Test, Rack Assembly, Cabling, End of Line).
- Designed and deployed custom equipment solutions with suppliers to enable scalable production.
- Applied DFM/DFA principles to new product launches, ensuring manufacturability and automation readiness.
- Implemented process dashboards, risk mitigation strategies, and contingency plans during production ramp-ups.
- Applied Lean Six Sigma methodologies to reduce cycle time, improve yield, and optimize layouts.
- Supervised engineers and technicians, aligning team goals with company objectives and coaching career growth.
Engineering Technician
Joining Technologies Inc.
East Granby
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Designed, built, and installed semi-automatic tools using pneumatics and hydraulics for laser welding machines.
- Applied Lean Manufacturing concepts to improve efficiency and reduce defects in aerospace, medical, and defense applications.
- Executed joining processes (laser welding, soldering), ensuring replicable quality standards.
- Troubleshot and repaired production machines, minimizing downtime and ensuring throughput.
Manufacturing Engineering Intern
General Glass International
Secaucus
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Applied mechatronics principles to integrate mechanical, electrical, and software systems for production tooling.
- Performed troubleshooting and quality testing of glass products to meet safety standards.
- Reviewed and optimized manufacturing equipment, interpreting electrical diagrams for cost-effective upgrades.
Education
MBA - Business
Texas A&M University
Corpus Christi12-2028
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering (Cum Laude)
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT05-2020
Skills
- Manufacturing Process Development: DFM/DFA, pilot line deployment, tool specification, commissioning
- Joining Techniques: Laser welding, soldering, adhesive bonding, pneumatics/hydraulics tooling
- Quality Assurance: FMEA, SPC, DOE, vision inspection, electrical testing, leak testing
- Lean/Six Sigma: Green Belt certified; DMAIC, RCA, Kaizen, waste reduction, 6S implementation
- CAD & Automation: SolidWorks, GD&T, 3D printing, fixture/tool design, automated equipment integration
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Root cause analysis, risk assessment, process troubleshooting
- Leadership: Cross-functional team management, training program development, project prioritization
Certification
Six Sigma - Green Belt
Timeline
Senior Manufacturing Engineer and Team Lead
ZT Systems
01.2022 - Current
Engineering Technician
Joining Technologies Inc.
03.2021 - 11.2021
Manufacturing Engineering Intern
General Glass International
11.2020 - 02.2021
MBA - Business
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering (Cum Laude)
University of Hartford