Francis Synor

Performed FAIR's for both Goverment and Commercial customers. Edited and Audited FAIR to the AS9002 rev C standards

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> Assisted Engineering in conducting a T.I.R. study on wheels from press to heat treat and final machining.

> The focus of the project being to improve the design of the current wheel mfg. process.

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Supported successful product launches by conducting extensive pre-release testing and validation activities.

• Established effective communication channels between QA, development, and project management teams to foster a collaborative working environment focused on delivering high-quality products.
• Collaborated with developers and project managers to assess program capabilities, features and testing demands.
• Managed systems, ensuring timely resolution of reported issues and maintaining clear communication with customers.
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Lead the CAPA team to find root causes and create solutions with verification of existing and audited issues.

Established inspection guidelines for the quality acceptance of Medical parts that are designed to fit into the human body.

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Within the Aero-Space field I worked to bring the research and development department in line with the Quality standards of the company and the industry at large.

AS9002 First Article Inspection Reports

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• Aided suppliers in raw material selection strategies to encourage superior supply chain outcomes.
• Conducted supplier audits to detect pre-production weaknesses in supply chain and human resource assets.
• Analyzed issues with supplier contributions to detect defect trends, reporting findings to appropriate personnel.
• Set up ongoing supplier site evaluation parameters to maintain quality control standards over long-term relationships.
• Medical Device Quality System Regulations / ISO13485:2016 Medical Devices
• Became familiar with 21CRF Part 820
• CAPA
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• Led commodity-related quality control issues, correcting functional issues stemming from problematic components.
• Led training sessions for new hires on supplier quality management best practices, ensuring a thorough understanding of organizational expectations.
• Developed a robust supplier performance evaluation system, enabling continuous improvement initiatives across the supply base.
• Conducted supplier audits to detect pre-production weaknesses in supply chain and human resource assets.
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* Approved incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests,and returning unacceptable materials.
* Authorized in-process production by confirming specifications. Communicated required adjustments to
production supervisor.
* Maintained safe and healthy work environment by following organizational policies and procedures;
ensured the consistent compliance with legal regulations.
* Performed line assembly inspection, sub-assembly inspection and in-process inspection. Referenced
blueprints to interpret dimensioning and review inspection results against engineering and client
expectations.
* Streamlined inspection processes; introduced quality improvements that enhanced productivity, where
needed.
* Generated quality control documentation; recorded inspection results and maintained general filing statistics charts and Capability Studies.

* These Devices Parts and Assemblies

were used in the evaluation of Disease in the Human body

* Managed and maintained product approval system. Inspected all materials from fabrication to final
production.
* Documented the results of inspections and testing accurately. Monitored critical equipment and
instrumentation to ensure proper operation and calibration. Ensured compliance with international
standards and procedures.
* Interacted with engineering and production teams in order to monitor quality control. Assured product
accuracy for all clients.
* Updated document files and test records in a timely and accurate manner. Evaluated problems and
made initial recommendations for possible corrective action to supervise.
* Attended intense Government Contract Administration seminar involving but not limited to, contract
administration and quality assurance.

• Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
• Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
• Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
• Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.

Formulated, compounded, mixed and processed powder coatings in an effective research and production
environment.
* Tested final products for color, thickness, strength, and various other required characteristics.
* Maintained accurate and timely record of test results; applied standard quality control procedures to
assure accuracy of test results.
* Operated, calibrated and performed routine maintenance on specialized equipment.
* Tracked supply inventory, collected data, organized and centralized files and records. Prepared
solutions, reagents, media or stains for prescribed tests.

Performed physical, chemical and analytical testing on a wide range of materials in Material Sciences
lab. Tensile, impact, hardness, FTIR, A.A. and G.C. tests were also performed.
* Documented information accurately and maintained daily logs and equipment records. Monitored
inventory, placed orders and verified stock receipts.
* Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
* Resolved problems by examining and evaluating data; selected corrective

* Monitored all Q.C. testing on specialty oils and greases. Viscosities, penetration, wear/weld, wet
chemistry, IR and other pertinent tests were also completed.
* Aided in project finalization by assisting the project team; attended and participated in group and
project meetings.
* Maintained equipment operations by troubleshooting breakdowns, overseeing supplies, performing
preventive maintenance and contacting the appropriate departments for equipment repairs.
* Reported all laboratory test results and ensured a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with
standard laboratory practices and procedures.
* Opened, separated, numbered and arranged specimens for laboratory examination and trace results.
Handled lab records and inventory for supplies and reagents