Andy Loomis
Rice Lake,WI
Summary
Experienced Process Engineer with 17+ years in optimizing manufacturing processes and enhancing team performance. Proven ability to drive productivity through strategic process improvements and quality control measures. Skilled in documentation management and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Committed to implementing innovative solutions to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Engineer
DCA Manufacturing
Cumberland, Wisconsin
01.2008 - Current
- Designed and implemented process improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
- Conducted root cause analyses to resolve process-related issues effectively.
- Managed documentation for engineering specifications and compliance standards.
- Trained team members on best practices in process engineering and safety protocols.
- Facilitated continuous improvement initiatives across various manufacturing departments.
- Maintained documentation of all process parameters and test results.
- Implemented changes in the process to increase efficiency and quality.
- Analyzed existing processes and identified areas of improvement.
- Mentored interns and new hires while monitoring job progress and delegating work responsibilities.
- Worked with managers, operators and vendors to perform root cause analysis on failing systems.
- Conducted experiments to optimize product yield and improve process control.
- Investigated customer complaints related to product quality issues caused by manufacturing processes.
- Provided technical support to operations personnel throughout the plant.
- Monitored and analyzed process data for customer satisfaction, quality improvement and cost reduction.
- Monitored daily operation of the plant's systems to ensure optimal functioning.
- Assisted in training operators on safe operating procedures for complex machinery.
- Developed and optimized manufacturing processes to enhance productivity and increase repeatability.
- Coordinated with equipment suppliers to specify and procure new process equipment.
Education
Associates Of Applied Sciences - Computer Electronics
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College
New Richmond, WI12-2002
Skills
- Process design
- Root cause analysis
- Quality control
- Documentation management
- Continuous improvement
- Problem solving
- Training delivery
- Technical support
- Process optimization
- Process mapping
- Machine troubleshooting
- ISO 9001 compliance
- Decision-making
- Cycle time optimization
- Computer-aided design
- Proficient with SolidWorks
- Lean manufacturing
Certification
Certified Trainer in IPC Standards since 2022
Accomplishments
Employee of the Quarter fall 2024
Timeline
Process Engineer
DCA Manufacturing
01.2008 - Current
Associates Of Applied Sciences - Computer Electronics
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College