Kim Sim
3305 Arbor Lane, Seabrook,TX
Summary
Skilled operations professional with a strong background in quality assurance and team collaboration. Known for meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards in manufacturing processes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Team Member II
LivaNova,Inc.
Houston, TX
09.2021 - Current
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
- Adhered to safety protocols and quality standards in manufacturing processes.
- Maintained inventory levels and organized supplies for production efficiency.
- Conducted regular quality inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Handled materials carefully to prevent damage during processing.
- Followed instructions for assembly tasks and adhered to quality standards.
- Reported equipment issues promptly to ensure minimal downtime.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss workflow improvements and updates.
Research Manufacturing Supervisor
Millar, Inc.
Houston, TX
04.2015 - 06.2021
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Coordinated with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Procurement for smooth functioning of operations.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements through automation or other methods.
- Supervised a team of 30+ employees in the manufacturing area.
- Recommended opportunities for growth and advancement to motivate employees.
- Monitored production performance and ensured quality standards were met.
- Inspected finished products for defects before they were shipped out to customers.
- Developed standard operating procedures to enhance quality assurance in manufacturing processes.
Research Manufacturing Associate III
Millar, Inc.
Houston, TX
01.2008 - 04.2015
- Perform product testing, inspection, troubleshooting and root cause analysis on 25 catheter models
- Perform microscopic soldering of 1F, 2F and 3F sensor installation
- Rework and modify PC board with RoHS (lead free soldering compliance)
- Assist with the development of tooling and test fixtures related to new products
Test Technician
Millar, Inc.
Houston, TX
05.2005 - 01.2008
- Created reports documenting all test results, including defect descriptions and corrective action taken.
- Conducted functional tests on various types of electronic circuitry to ensure proper operation according to design specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of all tests performed including setup parameters used, results obtained, modifications made.
- Assisted engineers in the development of new products by testing prototypes and providing feedback on performance results.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize testing procedures and enhance overall product quality.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on test equipment such as calibrating instruments according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Created maintenance records to root out consistently faulty test equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Technology
MTI-Microcomputer Technology Institute
Houston, TX04-2004
Skills
- Certification-IPC 610
- LivaNova, Inc BBFT area skills-Trim test tab, attach by soldering and feedthru to PCBA, program and interrogate functional test, pre-assemble retainer/x-ray tag
- Close case and interrogate and BBFT insertion
- Inspect M1000, M103, M8103 and M106 models
- LivaNova, Inc GOH area skills-prepare feed thru wire, clean parts and prime cure primer, weld feed thru wire, secure header, backfill/apply seam and final pre-cure
- Experienced in Metrology tools ie all pin gauges, calipers, micrometers, transducers and fluke meters
Timeline
Operations Team Member II
LivaNova,Inc.
09.2021 - Current
Research Manufacturing Supervisor
Millar, Inc.
04.2015 - 06.2021
Research Manufacturing Associate III
Millar, Inc.
01.2008 - 04.2015
Test Technician
Millar, Inc.
05.2005 - 01.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Business Technology
MTI-Microcomputer Technology Institute