Dawn Wilkins
Maple Grove,MN
Summary
New Product Development Engineer with extensive experience at Olympus Surgical Technologies, specializing in process optimization and production scheduling. Delivered substantial cost savings through innovative solutions and comprehensive training programs. Expertise in developing performance standards and committed to enhancing efficiency and quality in manufacturing settings.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
New Product Development Engineer
Olympus Surgical Technologies
03.2014 - Current
- Drove operations and new product/process development activities to enhance product launch efficiency.
- System Design: Design production layouts, workstations, and control systems for integrated operations, considering safety, ergonomics, and equipment.
- Process Optimization: Analyze workflows, identify bottlenecks, and design improvements to maximize efficiency, often using lean manufacturing or Six Sigma.
- Assess process capabilities, prioritize process improvement opportunities. Innovate and implement process improvement activities.
- Mentored teams in capacity planning and implemented cost improvement strategies and facilities layout for equipment moves and additions.
- Implemented system changes to improve operational efficiency. (GWIs, GSOP forms) and optimized business systems (Line Balance, work content tools) to streamline operations.
Senior Engineering Technician
Baxter Healthcare
01.2011 - 05.2013
- Total savings target for the Supply Chain/Molding Team was set at $200k for 2012. Led and executed the following projects to support this achievement:
- Changed molding process from hot pot to cold pot, resulting in $91k annual savings.
- Streamlined mold approval process, reducing completion time from 4 weeks to 2 weeks.
- Achieved Lean certification through training in 5S methodology.
Senior Engineering Technician
Baxter Healthcare
06.2008 - 01.2011
- Conducted design reviews, validated, and qualified process automation for bladder stuffer capper machines, achieving annual savings of $260K. Created troubleshooting guide.
- Supported and executed process and equipment validations and automation (DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ) and first of code qualifications for process improvement, resulting in annual savings of $240K.
- Led process improvement team to enhance production efficiency. on the Coiled Tube Infusor and Patient Control Module production lines implementing one-piece flow which facilitated a decrease in WIP by 50%.
- Implemented Defect Awareness Training on Intermate Line which facilitated a decrease in visual defects per million by 427 from 2008 to 2009.
Senior Engineering Technician
American Medical Systems
02.2000 - 02.2008
- Led project to remove cytotoxicity testing for American Medical Systems female pelvic health device, achieving yearly savings of $56k.
- Earned Lean certification, enhancing process efficiency.
New Product Development Technician/Trainer
American Medical Systems
08.1996 - 02.2000
- Implemented new products on production floor and trained operators on usage and processes.
- Planned, implemented, and documented engineering builds to ensure successful project completion.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Dunwoody College of Technology
Minneapolis, MN05-2014
Associates of Science - Computer Aided Drafting and Design
ITT Technical Institute
Orange, CA04-2010
Certificate - Interpersonal Effectiveness for Team Members
St. Thomas University
Certificate - New Leader Program
St. Thomas University
Skills
- Production scheduling and specification review
- Process flow analysis
- Material, tool, and equipment list creation
- Purchase order management
- Performance standards development
- Work instruction documentation
- Training material preparation
- Research and equipment recommendations
- Technology recommendations
- Report and proposal preparation
Hobbies and Interests
- Tropical Beaches
- Photography
- Painting
- Traveling
Timeline
New Product Development Engineer
Olympus Surgical Technologies
03.2014 - Current
Senior Engineering Technician
Baxter Healthcare
01.2011 - 05.2013
Senior Engineering Technician
Baxter Healthcare
06.2008 - 01.2011
Senior Engineering Technician
American Medical Systems
02.2000 - 02.2008
New Product Development Technician/Trainer
American Medical Systems
08.1996 - 02.2000
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Dunwoody College of Technology
Associates of Science - Computer Aided Drafting and Design
ITT Technical Institute
Certificate - Interpersonal Effectiveness for Team Members
St. Thomas University
Certificate - New Leader Program
St. Thomas University