Kirt Harris
Quality Engineer
East Rochester,New York
Summary
CMM Engineer 25+ years of Quality Engineering and Supervision of up to 10 direct reports. Working with multiple different systems that include QS, ISO, AS and TS AS9100. This also includes, writing and updating work instructions and procedures. Strong knowledge of root cause analysis, 3P5Y and problem solving skills. CMM programming and GD&T are the major building blocks of my experience. As a result of working with all of the other departments. I also have a vast knowledge of Process, Manufacturing and Design Engineering. .
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Quality Engineer
DP Tool and Machine
02.2023 - 04.2026
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Improved customer satisfaction levels with timely resolution of non-conformance issues and effective corrective actions.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and conducting thorough root cause analysis.
- Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
- CMM programming with Zeiss Calypso software for multiple Aerospace customers.
CMM Programmer
IEC Electronics/XLI
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Identified required reference points, paths and hole locations for pieces.
- Collaborated with engineering team to optimize CNC machining processes.
- Studied blueprints to understand specifications and adjusted machines to produce quality parts.
- Programmed various computer numerically controlled tools to accurately produce parts according to specifications.
CMM Engineer
Avid Solutions
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Managing CMM lab with up to 5 direct reports
- Designing and overseeing CMM, welding and work holding fixtures for new and existing product
- Working with Process, Manufacturing and Design on problem solving and root cause analysis
- First Article inspections and paperwork on all products
- CMM programming to support three DCC CMMs (PCDIMIS)
- Working directly with in house Design Engineering staff on dimensional management and tolerance stack up
Quality Engineer (Lab Manager)
P&G Steel
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Managing CMM lab with 3 direct reports
- Managing workload on daily basis and keeping calibration system on track
- Designing and overseeing CMM, welding and work holding fixtures for new and existing product
- Working with Process, Manufacturing and Design on problem solving and root cause analysis
- CMM programming.
Quality Engineer ( Lab Manager)
Trust Technologies
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Managing lab with up to 5 direct reports
- Managing workload on daily basis and keeping calibration system on track
- Working with Process, Manufacturing and Design on problem solving and root cause analysis
- First Article inspections and paperwork on all products (some FDA)
- CMM programming.
Senior Quality Engineer (Lab Manager)
Power Drives
03.2015 - 03.2018
- Power Drives
- Preparing for ISO re-certification audit 2017 and moving manufacturing facility to Buffalo
- Supplier Quality and APQP coordinator for 2 years
- Working with Process, Manufacturing and Design on problem solving and root cause analysis First Article Inspections.
Quality Supervisor (CMM programmer)
Lear Corporation
01.1995 - 01.2015
- Supervising lab with up to 3 direct reports
- Managing workload on daily basis and keeping calibration system on track
- Working with Process, Manufacturing and Design on problem solving and root cause analysis
- CMM programming.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Quality Engineering
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA 01.1995 - 06.2000
Skills
QS, TS, ISO AES Auditing
GD&T
First Article Inspections
CMM programming PCDMIS, Calypso
Calibration systems
Fixture Design
Finite Element Analysis
ISO 9000 Standards
Timeline
Quality Engineer
DP Tool and Machine
02.2023 - 04.2026
CMM Programmer
IEC Electronics/XLI
01.2020 - 12.2023
CMM Engineer
Avid Solutions
01.2018 - 01.2020
Quality Engineer (Lab Manager)
P&G Steel
02.2017 - 01.2020
Senior Quality Engineer (Lab Manager)
Power Drives
03.2015 - 03.2018
Quality Engineer ( Lab Manager)
Trust Technologies
01.2013 - 01.2017
Quality Supervisor (CMM programmer)
Lear Corporation
01.1995 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Quality Engineering
James Madison University
01.1995 - 06.2000