Carrie Boonie
Saulsbury,TN
Summary
Effective quality professional bringing proven success in driving continuous improvement initiatives in Quality Engineer roles. Focused and diligent with commitment to fostering corporate mission. Consistently acknowledged for implementing actionable initiative to reduce error rates and optimize company processes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Engineer
Edelbrock Group
02.2023 - Current
- Work with internal teams to increase customer satisfaction by improving quality of product
- Managing internal and external customer satisfaction metrics, scorecards and OEM system audits
- Leadership role of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process - new product launches, change management initiatives, and process improvements
- Driving reduced Cost of Quality, including cost of poor quality associated with rework, containment, customer chargebacks, expedites, etc
- Leading operating system management reviews with data and actions from audits (internal and external audits including LPA's)
- Ensuring engineering deviation and change management processes are in place and effective
- Involved in supplier non-conformance issues and corrective actions
- Develops and delivers relevant quality-related training.
- Implemented process improvements based on Lean Six Sigma methodologies, resulting in reduced waste and increased efficiency.
- Streamlined internal communication, fostering cross-functional collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
- Evaluated new materials or components for suitability within existing manufacturing processes while considering factors like cost-effectiveness, durability, and functionality of finished product.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Contributed to R&D projects by providing input on manufacturability, quality requirements, and feasibility studies supporting the successful transition from concept to production.
Production QC / IQ Supervisor
Memphis Contract Packaging Inc.
09.2020 - 02.2023
- Minimize resource and time losses by addressing employees or production issues directly and implementing timely solutions
- Providing job-specific training to and performing periodic evaluations of Production and Incoming Quality employees to demonstrate and document mastery of skills and integrity in their work in order to be in compliance
- Creation and approving new and revised FG & Inspection Specifications, SOPs, Work Instructions
- Ensuring that all inspection/measuring/test equipment used by production to evaluate required measurement is properly maintained and calibrated as required
- Ensuring that all IQ Lot Inspections are performed, reviewed, and approved in timely manner
- Ensuring that quality production samples and correct accompanying paperwork are submitted to Analytical QC, Industrial Quality (IQ), and Logistics (FOB & EOR case samples) to have formula evaluation to meet customer requirements
- Acting as Lead or Associate Investigator and/or providing inspection or other support for Nonconformance (NC), Out-of-Specification (OOS), Deviations, and Corrective and Preventive Actions, (CAPA) investigations
- Ensuring compliance with company policies and objectives and cGMPs by performing / assisting with both announced and unannounced internal audits of company departments/systems.
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
Quality Assurance Engineer
American Fine Sinter
03.2019 - 09.2020
- ISO 9000:2015,IATF 16949 QMS Audits/ Dock Audits, Coordinate activities between production control, SQA and Supplier
- Problem solving root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions within plant
- Assist in Process Flow, PFMEA, PPAP, Control Plan Development, Gage R&R
- Support new program launch activities
- Putting counter measures in place to customer complaints
- (GD&T) Part to print layouts, CMM Program Writing
- Writing CMM programs to monitor products in process to assure process in control
- Velocity testing on receiving raw materials to ensure specifications are met
- Direct and assist all Quality Technicians on day to day operations in production processes and any trouble shooting
- Proposed development and testing improvements to positively impact usability, function and performance
- Collaborated with developers and project managers to assess program capabilities, features and testing demands.
Production Operations Manager
Universal Metal Product
02.2015 - 03.2019
- Planned, organized and managed operations, including ordering materials and supplies, workflow management and timely production
- Maintain close communication with Plant Manager and production scheduling function to facilitate efficient utilization of plant equipment and machines
- Oversee daily operations for Punch Press, Small Order and Tumble Operations
- Schedules manpower in accordance with engineering, quality and materials on changes requests, ECNs, PPAPs, production launches and occurrences that may hinder production
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs
- Directed manufacturing process and operational efficiency procedures to achieve goal of first run capability
- Review daily production requirements for shifts, then review production lines to ensure everything is in place and operational (personnel, raw materials, scheduling in order to meet production requirements and quality
- Maintain production measurable (OEE, Scrap, Preventive Maintenance.)
- Devised and administered cost control initiatives saving $85,000.
- Optimized resource allocation to maximize output while minimizing costs and waste in production process.
- Managed schedules, budgets, and resources effectively to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products to customers.
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Universal Metal Products
02.2015 - 03.2019
- Coordinate quality activities to ensure product quality and reliability
- Monitor quality requirements as well as manufacturing process validations and controls to ensure compliance, continuous improvement and scrap reduction
- Support Engineering and Operations during launch of new product
- Creation of Documentation, Work Instructions, Control Plans, In process inspections for operation and quality checks
- Collect and analyze internal data from reporting tools to establish Quality performance trends
- Quality related documentation, verification of calibration of measuring equipment
- Support and supervision of internal audits and vendor audits.
- Led regular meetings with staff to review performance metrics, address any concerns or challenges, and provide updates on organizational initiatives related to quality assurance.
- Served as key liaison between Quality Assurance and other departments, facilitating collaborative efforts that led to increased product consistency and customer satisfaction.
Quality Technician
Universal Metal Products
02.2015 - 03.2019
- Final and floor inspections of wide variety of parts using various gauges, direct reading instruments or visual inspections
- Ability to read blueprints, interpret and implement work instructions and procedures
- Complete layouts and annual PPAP submittals, capability studies, control plans
- First part approval, review of documents and preparation
- May train production operators on topics such as QC orientation, blueprint, basic metrology and SPC
- Calibration entries and updates (includes Repeatability and Reproducibility studies)
- Perform various tests on materials, product in process, or finished goods where results are compared with company standards and customer compliance analyze results and suggest necessary actions
- Problem solving internally and investigating externally
- CMM operation to assist with measurements.
- Developed training materials and led workshops to educate employees on best practices for maintaining high-quality products.
- Implemented process improvements, resulting in increased productivity while maintaining strict adherence to quality standards.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
Quality Control Supervisor
Flex-N-Gate
02.2013 - 03.2015
- Recommend manufacturing or technology aids to increase speed and efficiency
- Supervise selection, workflow, training and development of staff
- Assess production process issues, and recommend improvements
- Supervise product testing to ensure procedure accuracy
- Assist in developing and implementing quality assurance programs to meet production standards and customer requirements
- Train new employees in quality control department on proper testing procedures and safety habits
- Implement testing procedures as outlined by their manager and according to industry standards
- Developed comprehensive training materials to ensure consistent performance among team members.
- Supported audits and led teams to fully investigate quality control processes and root out deficiencies.
- Validated new methods and equipment to properly integrate improved strategies into quality control processes.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with supervisors from departments such as Production and Tool and Die to coordinate effective solutions to systemic problems, resulting in direct reductions in error and rework rates.
Education
Real Estate -
Hondros College
Toledo, OH01.2003
Plastics Engineering -
Terra Community College
Fremont, OH01.2001
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
- Project Management / Supplier Quality Management
- ISO 9001:2015 / IAFT 16949
- APQPA, FMEA & PAPP
- SPC, MSA, GAUGE R&R, CALITRATION
- Customer Audits, Supplier Audits, LPA, QMS Audits
- Risk Assessment, Gap Assessment, Process Validation, New Product Launches, Manufacturing Execution System
- CMM Programming, KEYENCE Measuring System
- Extensive Microsoft Office knowledge (Word/Excel/Outlook)
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Quality Engineer
Edelbrock Group
02.2023 - Current
Production QC / IQ Supervisor
Memphis Contract Packaging Inc.
09.2020 - 02.2023
Quality Assurance Engineer
American Fine Sinter
03.2019 - 09.2020
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Universal Metal Products
02.2015 - 03.2019
Quality Technician
Universal Metal Products
02.2015 - 03.2019
Production Operations Manager
Universal Metal Product
02.2015 - 03.2019
Quality Control Supervisor
Flex-N-Gate
02.2013 - 03.2015
Real Estate -
Hondros College
Plastics Engineering -
Terra Community College
Quote
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Tony Robbins
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Company CultureWork-life balancePaid time offHealthcare benefits401k matchAccomplishments
- Achieved scrap reduction by completing MRB reviews with accuracy and efficiency.
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