Maria T Arevalo
Corona,CA
Summary
Competent Medical Assembler with 15 year background in manufacturing. Responsible and hardworking with collaborative approach to team management to produce quality work on tight deadlines. Strengths in Medical Device Assembler. Skilled working with technology and industrial equipment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Meditronic
07.2023 - 11.2024
- 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.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Reduced product rejection rates by collaborating with production teams to address quality issues proactively.
- Ensured the accuracy of measurement tools and equipment by performing regular calibration checks and maintenance.
- Actively participated in regular audits to verify compliance with industry regulations and company policies, ensuring continued certification and enhanced credibility within the market.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Played an integral role in achieving company-wide safety goals by diligently enforcing proper handling practices during all stages of the inspection process.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing inspection data and recommending process adjustments for optimal quality control.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
- Performed root cause analysis on non-conforming products to identify areas for improvement and prevent future issues.
- Streamlined the inspection process, resulting in quicker identification of defects and faster corrective actions.
- Facilitated smoother product launches by closely monitoring pre-release testing and making necessary quality adjustments.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify root causes of quality issues, leading to significant improvements in product reliability.
- Implemented digital tracking system for quality control reports, improving accessibility and review efficiency.
- Improved supply chain reliability by conducting audits on supplier quality systems and providing constructive feedback.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by providing insightful quality control data and analysis.
- Increased customer trust by ensuring all product batches met stringent quality criteria before release.
- Enhanced team collaboration by organizing regular meetings to discuss quality control challenges and solutions.
- Conducted regular training sessions for new hires on quality control standards and procedures, ensuring team proficiency.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Assisted in developing inspection and testing protocols.
Medical Device Assembler
Biolase
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Working under the Microscope.
- work with sharp Blades to strip Optic Fiber under the Microscope. cutters, Tweezers
- work with Rules to Measure Centimeters, Millimeters.
- Working with multimeter, to check PC Reading
- Assemble the fiber Jackets
- MPS, Work order, Part number Lot number
- check equipment due for Calibration date
- UV light over Night Adhesive
- Leak test, Electrical test
- Performed visual final inspections and documentation prior to assembly, resulting in 100% quality of products.
- Assembled components by examining connections for correct fit and fastening parts together.
- Polished artificial limbs, braces and supports using powered grinding and buffing wheels.
Medical Device Assembler
Johnson & Johnson
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Working in a Clean room Environment, Gowning
- Working Under the Microscope
- Working with Tweezers, cutters, Blades
- Using Rules to Measure centimeters, Millimeters
- Using Multimeter, to check the PCB Reading
- stripping Wires, Tinning Wiers, Soldering under the Microscope.
- UV light , PU Adhesive
- DHRs, MOPs, SOPs Work Order Part number
- Leak and Flow Test, Final Electrical Test
- Packaging LABELING
- Documented all actions by completing production and quality assurance forms.
- Performed visual final inspections and documentation prior to assembly, resulting in 100% quality of products.
- Line Clearance, 5s
Medical Device Assembler
Edwards Lifesciences, Ultimate Staffing
02.2016 - 03.2018
- Working in Clean room Environment
- working under the Microscope
- Using rulers. cutters, Tweezers, Blades
- Following work orders GMPs and SOPs Procedures for FDA
- Working Closely with Engineers for Development for new Catheters
- Working with work order part number lot number
- line Clearance 5s
- Inspection, Measuring
- solder under the Microscope
- Performed visual final inspections and documentation prior to assembly, resulting in 100% quality of products.
Medical Device Assembler
Microvention Terumo
06.2009 - 04.2013
- Working in a Clean Room Environment
- Soldering Coils under the Microscope Apply Polyment to cover coil Distal under the Microscope
- heat shrink PPE
- Work Order SOPs MOPs
- Performed visual final inspections and documentation prior to assembly, resulting in 100% quality of products.
Education
Valley Vista High
Fountain Valley, CA1997
Skills
- Medical Device Soldering
- Technical Specifications Reading
- Product Loading and Unloading
- Component Checking
- Knowledge of Microscopes
- Production Line Experience
- Understanding of Blueprints
- Medical Device Assembler Operations
- Laser Welding
- Parts Fabrication
- Product Trimming
- Measuring and Fitting Skills
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Relationship Building
- Problem Resolution
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Team Building
- Good Work Ethic
- PPE Use
- Bilingual English, Spanish
Education and Training
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