Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembler IV
Stryker
12.2019 - Current
Manufacture medical devices and subassemblies working from assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, procedures, and verbal instructions
Train current and new employees utilizing manufacturing assembly procedures
Lead Kaizen improvement projects to reduce waste and improve efficiency
Presented 3 times at the monthly kaizen walk in front of the management team
Proficient in the COR IP line and other units utilizing of a variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks including wiring, electrical and mechanical assembly
Route and attach wires and connectors to form circuity and connect assembly with power supply sources
Perform visual inspections and measurements of parts and subassemblies to ensure all specifications are met.
Training Coordinator
Stryker
01.2018 - 12.2019
Performs skills and classroom training in assembly and production areas
Participate in the implementation of new training programs and standard operating procedures in both new product release and product sustainment
Demonstrates and serves as role model and resource to trainers; responsible for coaching/mentoring trainers
Assists in new employee orientation of the manufacturing environment
Monitor training completion status (including upcoming or overdue) for assigned work cells and acts where needed to ensure production associates are trained within their assigned cells
Supports cross-training of production associates
Train assemblers in GMP/QSR/ISO/MDD/FDA/EHS regulation related SOPs/work Instructions
Functions as training database SME for the Stryker Learning Management System
Maintains User Groups, Curriculum, and Assignments in SLMS as requested by process owners/engineers and supervisors
Assists change owners in the development of training tied to process/procedure changes and ensures training and re-training is captured during the Change Control Process
Works as a team member of the training team and identifies the need or suggested areas of improvement for production training
Generates SLMS reports to support Production Training needs
Demonstrates working knowledge of the Production Training and Certification Process and ensure adherence to
Ensures Production Trainers understand and follow the Production Training Certification Process and how to document training/certification as it is happening in SLMS
CAPA owner.
Sr. E/m Assembler
Stryker Communications
01.2012 - 01.2018
Lead in training all new hires for the Chromophare line
Was involved in the transition of the kits from Operon department to Chromophare
Knowledgeable in all Visum areas.
Follow established assembly methods and procedures to ensure product quality standards are met.
Assemble components according to specifications using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
Position parts in jigs or fixtures for fastening with bolts, screws, rivets, or other fasteners.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and work orders to determine the specific assembly instructions.
In 2016 I was given the opportunity to travel to Charleston, SC and help with the knowledge transfer for the Chromophare line that now is part of the light department., Charleston, SC
Active 6S auditor
Helped implement the one piece flow on the BNL production line.