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ASLIHAN GOKDUMAN

San Francisco,CA

Summary

Resourceful Project Manager with 3 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget, and financial management.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality and Health / Safety Environment Engineer

EagleBurgmann
12.2018 - 12.2019
  • Led quality control over $1M+ contract with Asia based oil/gas refinery for production of 50+ mechanical seals; ensuring part quality and documentation from 10+ suppliers
  • Collaborated with sales and production departments to assess feasibility of internal development of discontinued product part from supplier; delivered the plan to Regional Head of Sales under 4 weeks
  • Provided oversight on integration of expansion joint production line imported from Denmark; identified and implemented additional quality requirements for new product
  • Managed 30+ customer complaints on multiple products lines, actively communicating on resolution process on weekly basis; achieved 80% query closure in 12 months
  • Executed supplier readiness by conducting primary on-site and follow-on audits, inspecting standardization certificates, production line and regular quality control practices
  • Acted as primary point of contact in external audits from 3 customers, presenting control documentation and successfully leading cross-functional collaboration on query resolution
  • Developed comprehensive quality assurance plans to ensure industry standards compliance and nonconformity resolution; plans ensured continued certification under ISO9001 and ISO14001


Student Researcher

Yildiz Technical University, ErBakir Company
09.2015 - 06.2019
  • Investigated mechanical and electrical properties of copper and copper alloy samples produced with equal channel angular pressing - conform method in Erbakir facilities
  • Oversaw the production of samples in Erbakir factory
  • Investigated the mechanical and electrical properties in Erbakir, Yildiz Technical University and Institute of Physics of Materials
  • Developed solutions to experiment design challenges through hypothesis testing and contributed to the development of innovative research methodologies
  • Published two articles and presented research findings at conferences and workshops

Application Engineer

BÖLLHOFF CIVATA TIC. LTD.STI
04.2017 - 11.2018
  • Resolved 100+ technical customer complaints on multiple products by identifying root causes through 8D analysis, achieving 95% query closure in 12 months
  • Conducted client visits to determine requirements and feasibility of proposed solutions and executed novel projects
  • Assisted sales teams with pre-sales technical support
  • Delivered comprehensive training sessions on new technologies to enhance team knowledge and capabilities
  • Traveled to key account locations to train and provide technical direction for successful completion of product launches and led new projects with large industrial companies
  • Provided PPAP documentation for automotive sector companies (FMEA, Control Plan, Flow Chart, Final Control Reports)
  • Established strong working relationships with key stakeholders across different departments – from end-users to senior management-ensuring smooth communication channels during project execution
  • Presented projects in product trainings abroad and with Eastern European countries biannually
  • Developed comprehensive quality assurance plans to ensure industry standards compliance and nonconformity resolutions under the ISO9001 protocol

Research And Development Engineer

INSTITUTE OF PHYSICS OF MATERIALS, OF SCIENCE
09.2016 - 12.2016
  • Completed comprehensive qualitative and quantitative analyses on my thesis subject of the effects of equal- channel angular pressing-conform processes on microstructure and the mechanical and electrical properties of copper alloys
  • Conducted experiments on mechanical properties and microstructure
  • Operated Scanning Electron Microscopy equipment and creep machines
  • Accomplished EBSD microstructure characterizations, hardness measurements, tensile and creep test results

Intern Engineer

TUBITAK Marmara Research Center
07.2014 - 08.2014
  • Developed hands-on experience with numerous engineering tools and equipment
  • Expanded knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards to ensure compliance of projects
  • Developed strong relationships with peers and mentors, fostering a collaborative work environment conducive to learning and growth
  • Completed regular training sessions to uphold industry trends and advancements in technology

Intern Engineer

Ereğli Iron and Steel Company T.A.Ş.
07.2013 - 08.2014
  • Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing continuous guidance and supervision
  • Completed regular training sessions to explore novel technological advances and strategies in streamlining processes
  • Ensured the smooth operation of projects across all branches through employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures

Education

Master -

Yıldız Technical University

Degree - Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Bachelor -

Yıldız Technical University

Graduation Degree - Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Extension (Certification) - Project Management

UCSC Silicon Valley Extension
Sunnyvale, CA
06.2024

Extension (Certification) - Project Management

UCSC Silicon Valley Extension
Sunnyvale, CA
06.2024

Skills

  • Material Science
  • Research and Development
  • Root Cause Analysis, 8D Problem Solving, Six Sigma
  • ISO 9001
  • ISO14001, ISO/TS 16949
  • Auditing
  • Product Quality
  • Quality System and Assurance, Quality Management, Continuous Improvement
  • Project Management
  • Risk Management
  • Project Planning
  • Project Scheduling
  • Agile Methodology
  • Work Flow Planning
  • Customer Service, Customer Support
  • Tools & Technologies: Microsoft Excel, MS Project

Certification

CERTIFICATES

  • ECDL / ICDL (European Computer Driving License) June,2014 Institution of Ucuncubinyil
  • ISO 9001: 2015 Awareness January ,2018 Tuv Austria
  • Turk ISO 9001: 2015 Internal Auditor January,2018 Tuv Austria Turk
  • Problem Solving And 8D March,2018 Bureau Veritas
  • PPAP March,2018 Bureau Veritas
  • D, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Quality, Health
  • Safety, and Environment (QHSE)

Publications

A. Gökduman, H. Yılmazer, C. Göde, B. Dikici, J. Dvorak , V. Sckenicka, A. Günay, A. Bakkaloğlu , H. Göker, High Performance Copper and Copper Alloys Fabricated by Severe Plastic Deformation, 3.rd International Iron&Steel Symposium(2016), 79 - 82


A. Gökduman, H. Yılmazer, A. Bakkaloğlu, Investigation of Copper and Copper Alloys After Equal Channel Angular Pressing - Conform, IMMC'2018, International Congress of Metallurgy and Materials

Languages

Turkish (Native)

English (Bilingual)

Timeline

Quality and Health / Safety Environment Engineer

EagleBurgmann
12.2018 - 12.2019

Application Engineer

BÖLLHOFF CIVATA TIC. LTD.STI
04.2017 - 11.2018

Research And Development Engineer

INSTITUTE OF PHYSICS OF MATERIALS, OF SCIENCE
09.2016 - 12.2016

Student Researcher

Yildiz Technical University, ErBakir Company
09.2015 - 06.2019

Intern Engineer

TUBITAK Marmara Research Center
07.2014 - 08.2014

Intern Engineer

Ereğli Iron and Steel Company T.A.Ş.
07.2013 - 08.2014

Master -

Yıldız Technical University

Degree - Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Bachelor -

Yıldız Technical University

Graduation Degree - Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Extension (Certification) - Project Management

UCSC Silicon Valley Extension

Extension (Certification) - Project Management

UCSC Silicon Valley Extension

CERTIFICATES

  • ECDL / ICDL (European Computer Driving License) June,2014 Institution of Ucuncubinyil
  • ISO 9001: 2015 Awareness January ,2018 Tuv Austria
  • Turk ISO 9001: 2015 Internal Auditor January,2018 Tuv Austria Turk
  • Problem Solving And 8D March,2018 Bureau Veritas
  • PPAP March,2018 Bureau Veritas
  • D, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Quality, Health
  • Safety, and Environment (QHSE)
ASLIHAN GOKDUMAN