Edward Oswandel
York,PA
Summary
Dynamic leader with strong background contributing to process improvements and change implementation. Skilled analyst and problem solver focused on eliminating operational gaps, reducing risk and optimizing services. Provide team members with knowledge and tools to succeed in fast-paced environments. Utilizes excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to complete tasks.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Engineering & QA Manager
Assurant
10.2005 - Current
- Headed team to merge 2 manufacturing facilities into 1 location without impacting deliverables and saved organization $1.2 million.
- Applied lean manufacturing principles to develop, evaluate and improve Repair line manufacturing methods reducing CPU (reduced CPU $8 and TAT (reduced 15 days)
- Developed streamlined manufacturing process, which boosted productivity and saved $800,000/year.
- Led implementation of device test tool which reduced test cost by $75k per month.
- Developed Engineering team from 3-person group to 6-person dynamic team focusing on key competencies and talent identification being able to deliver multifaceted process solutions.
Business Owner/Operator
Lee's Diner
01.2003 - 06.2005
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Increased yearly sales from $375k to $675k.
Quality Engineer
Tyco Electronics
01.1995 - 05.2002
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Coordinated with quality control staff to complete inspections.
- Supported quality team members during corrective action updates.
Product Engineer
Gichner Shelter Systems
10.1988 - 09.1994
- Drafted clear technical documentation, detailing product design specifications.
- Identified new ideas, products and/or features that improved customer satisfaction, reduced costs and kept product line in forefront of industry.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and refine product concepts.
- Documented and updated build, quality and performance records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PASkills
- Project Management
- Team Leadership & Development
- Value Stream Mapping
- Microsoft Office Products
- Effective Communicator
- Process Improvement
- AutoCAD
- Root Cause Failure Investigation
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineering & QA Manager
Assurant
10.2005 - Current
Business Owner/Operator
Lee's Diner
01.2003 - 06.2005
Quality Engineer
Tyco Electronics
01.1995 - 05.2002
Product Engineer
Gichner Shelter Systems
10.1988 - 09.1994
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Pennsylvania State University
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