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Ashley Figueroa

Deltona,FL

Summary

Accomplished Production Manager with 8+ years in PCB manufacturing, skilled in ERP and MES implementation. Proven ability to streamline production processes and boost operational efficiency through effective system integration. Strong focus on safety and quality assurance while overseeing production system improvements. Experienced in full project lifecycle management, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget, while facilitating collaboration across teams.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Manager

Bluewave Technologies
Orange City, FL
01.2022 - Current
  • Directed soldering activities for SMT and through-hole, ensuring adherence to IPC standards.
  • Executed soldering and rework processes for both prototypes and large-batch productions.
  • Performed quality control checks to identify defects, significantly reducing downtime.
  • Collaborated with engineering and design teams to ensure seamless integration of new products into manufacturing processes.
  • Assisted in training new hires by creating manuals and conducting hands-on sessions.
  • Developed and implemented quality control policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Analyzed devices and equipment to determine root causes of malfunctions, facilitating timely resolutions.
  • Documented technical specifications in Microsoft Dynamics 365, including design documents and code reviews.

Assembly Lead

Bluewave Technologies
Orange City, FL
06.2019 - 01.2022
  • Inspected, repaired, and upgraded electronic, electrical, and mechanical systems to maintain functionality.
  • Repaired defective circuit boards by replacing faulty components such as transistors, capacitors, resistors and integrated circuits.
  • Executed surface mount soldering for accurate completion of printed circuit board patterns.
  • Utilized specialty tools to fabricate production electrical parts, connectors, and modules efficiently.
  • Ensured consistent production rates through application of technical and electrical skills.
  • Guided new employees in assembly tasks to uphold production standards.
  • Exhibited extensive mechanical knowledge regarding design, usage, repair, and maintenance of equipment.
  • Optimized production processes to boost output while reducing waste.
  • Facilitated installation of parts along a continuously operating production line.

Quality Assurance Technician

The Father's Table
Sanford, FL
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • Documented all findings from investigations into non-conformances in order to track progress towards resolution.
  • Provided guidance on process improvements and best practices in order to maintain high levels of product quality.
  • Trained and mentored quality assurance staff, enhancing their skills and knowledge in quality standards and best practices.
  • Collaborated with R&D teams to establish quality criteria for new products, ensuring design for quality and manufacturability.
  • Trained personnel on the use of new technologies or techniques designed to improve product reliability or safety standards.
  • Utilized statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools to monitor process capability and product consistency.
  • Analyzed quality control data to identify trends, root causes of issues, and areas for improvement in processes and product quality.
  • Maintained and calibrated quality measurement equipment to ensure the accuracy and reliability of testing results, contributing to consistent quality assurance processes.
  • Analyzed quality control test results and provided feedback and interpretation to production management or staff.
  • Coordinated with production and development teams to integrate quality assurance measures into all phases of product lifecycle.

Electronic Repair Technician

iWireless
Sanford, FL
04.2012 - 05.2018
  • Used soldering skills to break connections and reconnect components.
  • Diagnosed and repaired hardware issues related to malfunctioning components such as motherboards, processors, memory modules, power supplies, hard drives, optical drives, video cards, sound cards and network cards.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Tested repaired, newly installed or updated equipment to drive proper function and conformance to specifications.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on all types of electronic equipment, including computers, phones, tablets, and other devices.
  • Conducted tests to ensure that equipment was functioning properly after repairs were completed.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering

Polytechnic University From Puerto Rico
Orlando, FL

Skills

  • Microsoft Dynamics 365
  • Quality Control
  • Surface Mount Technology
  • Production Management
  • Soldering techniques
  • ERP systems
  • Communication skills
  • Manufacturing
  • Inventory control programs
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • CNC machine operation
  • Equipment maintenance and repair

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Control Systems
  • Mechatronic for Equipment
  • OSHA 30

Timeline

Production Manager

Bluewave Technologies
01.2022 - Current

Assembly Lead

Bluewave Technologies
06.2019 - 01.2022

Quality Assurance Technician

The Father's Table
06.2018 - 03.2020

Electronic Repair Technician

iWireless
04.2012 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering

Polytechnic University From Puerto Rico
Ashley Figueroa