Edward Bisson
Senior Quality Management
Derby,CT
Summary
Strategic, organized Director of Quality Management with 30+ years in manufacturing aerospace and automotive quality disciplines. Highly experienced in developing an organization's quality strategy, procedures and processes. Assessing company quality performance from supply chain throughout product development life cycle. Development of Quality Management Systems in accordance with IATF 16949,ISO 9001, AS9001D and other applicable quality standards and operational business quality requirements.
Proficient in all QA operations, policies and procedures. Experience hiring and developing individual team members. Committed to thoroughly assessing product quality and manufacturing processes to achieve continual improvement and customer satisfaction.
Knowledgeable Quality Director with proven background in leading quality management initiatives. Adept at implementing process improvements and fostering culture of continuous improvement within teams. Demonstrated ability to leverage analytical and problem-solving skills to ensure compliance and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
7968
7968
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Director of Quality Management
J.J Ryan Corporation Dba Rex Forge
09.2021 - Current
- Enforced compliance with IATF Automotive and DOD government regulations along side mandatory company policies.
- Developed,Authored and maintained Quality Management System's quality manual, policies, procedures,forms,records and best practices to support continuous improvement for IATF 16949:2016 compliance within automotive industry as well as DOD DFAR Compliance with government suppliers.
- Implemented best practice policies for continuous improvement , employee training and education directed to continual improvement and sustainability.
- Established and maintained quality standards for closed die,hot forged steel serving the automotive drive-train market, on and off highway applications along with DOD ground support and assault vehicles.
- Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers, and internal plant operations
Director of Quality
Giering Metal Finishing Inc.
09.2016 - 09.2021
- Developed and maintained records of policies, procedures and best practices to support continuous improvement for aerospace,manufacturing and defense industry.
- Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers and internal plant operations.
- Led ISO 9001-2015 implementation and certification efforts and provided training to hourly and management employees.
- Implemented ISO 9000 quality systems, defining business practices, leading to certification and better business practices.
- Inspected products and worker progress throughout production.
- Collaborated with audit clients and action owners to apply root cause analysis guidance and establish effective corrective action plans.
- Reported production malfunctions to company president,ceo,managers and production supervisors.
Quality Assurance Manager
Aerospace Techniques
01.2016 - 09.2016
- Implemented new quality assurance and customer service standards.
- Monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
- Cooperated with engineering, manufacturing and corporate accounting to verify adherence to quality standards.
- Collaborated with audit clients and action owners to apply root cause analysis guidance and establish effective corrective action plans.
- Established and tracked quality department goals and objectives.
- Led AS9001 and NADCAP implementation certification effort and provided training to hourly and management employees and senior management staff.
Flight Safety Quality Inspector / Sr. Flight Tech.
Sikorsky Aircraft / Helicopter Support
01.2006 - 04.2015
- Utilized gauges, tools and equipment to complete in-depth assessments.
- Documented findings and produced reports to aide management in assessing and correcting quality concerns.
- Performed frequent visual inspections to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
- Supervised production workers to identify areas in need of improvement for high-quality production.
- Liaised between production and quality assurance departments to streamline processes and increase daily productivity.
- Worked with specific production team members to rectify production issues and maintain high-quality final products.
Chief Inspector FAA Repair Station
AASCO FAA (L0KR782Y), EASA (145.5503)
01.2001 - 09.2005
- Certified FAA Repairman Certificate # 3517615
- Examined relevant documents prior to FAA inspections in order to become acquainted with property features.
- Drafted detailed reports on findings of inspections.
- Used hand tools and gauges to take measurements.
- Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
- Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
- Complied with all FAA Repair Shop Regulations
Senior Hydraulic/Propulsion Flight Technician
Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation
08.1982 - 04.2001
- Maintained Yankee White Security Clearance. (United States Presidential Aircraft Access)
- Fabricated and assembled parts to complete skilled maintenance and repair work on Sikorsky S-61 and VH-60 flight aircraft specializing in hydraulic systems,pneumatic systems and data acquisition systems
- Performed research to further develop equipment specifications for system performance parameters and acceptance.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects and determine appropriate repairs.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Traveled to offsite locations to perform urgent aircraft modifications and support on 24 hour notice.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
Education
Associates - Achieving Competitive Excellence (ACE)
United Technologies Corporation
Certified Lean Manufacturing Certification - Lean Manufacturing Aerospace
New England School Of Power Engineers
Certification - Internship Program Department of Science
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, MADiploma, Technical Machining Certification - Machining Manufacturing Technology
Ansonia High School
Ansonia, CTSkills
Quality Performance Improvement Programs (COPQ)
Customer satisfaction focus
Quality management systems
Team leadership
Decision-making
Process improvement strategies
Documentation and reporting
Team development
ISO standards
Quality assurance expertise
Analytical thinking
Root-cause analysis
Conflict resolution techniques
Risk management
Qualitative analysis
Lean manufacturing principles
Accomplishments
- Achieved IATF 16949:2016 certification by completing 1000+ hour project with accuracy and efficiency leading the company from no quality certifications to full compliance within 5 months.
- Full IATF/ISO procedural deployment through out organization.
- Supervised team of 21 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 3 in the completion of a 30 PPAP project within 4 month window resulting in 30 approved PSW's serving the automotive industry.
Affiliations
- International Association of Administrative Professionals
Certification
Licensed FAA Repairman
Timeline
Director of Quality Management
J.J Ryan Corporation Dba Rex Forge
09.2021 - Current
Director of Quality
Giering Metal Finishing Inc.
09.2016 - 09.2021
Quality Assurance Manager
Aerospace Techniques
01.2016 - 09.2016
Flight Safety Quality Inspector / Sr. Flight Tech.
Sikorsky Aircraft / Helicopter Support
01.2006 - 04.2015
Chief Inspector FAA Repair Station
AASCO FAA (L0KR782Y), EASA (145.5503)
01.2001 - 09.2005
Senior Hydraulic/Propulsion Flight Technician
Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation
08.1982 - 04.2001
Associates - Achieving Competitive Excellence (ACE)
United Technologies Corporation
Certified Lean Manufacturing Certification - Lean Manufacturing Aerospace
New England School Of Power Engineers
Certification - Internship Program Department of Science
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Diploma, Technical Machining Certification - Machining Manufacturing Technology
Ansonia High School
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