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Medina Spahic

Osceola,IN

Summary

Quality and Production Management professional with with two decades of successful career delivering efficiency and standardization, and maintaining all IATF 161949 & Six Sigma Quality Systems. Drives smooth operation of production and manufacturing lines, coordinate efforts of employees and facilitate communication between management and production departments. Apply creativity in improving manufacturing process to achieve higher productivity and quality of finished goods. Experience in reviewing and interpreting regulatory and programmatic guidance, implementation of corporate compliance, risk management and corrective action programs.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Engineer/Supervisor

TECHNIPLAS
05.2021 - Current
  • Developed and executed comprehensive quality control plans for manufacturing operations by
  • Led efforts to achieve IATF 16949 certification, demonstrating commitment to world-class quality management practices.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on reported defects, leading to corrective action plans that mitigated future issues.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas of improvement in product design and manufacturing processes.
  • Proactively identified potential risks associated with new products or processes; recommended alterations mitigate these concerns before they became critical issues affecting overall performance or customer satisfaction.
  • Streamlined production processes for increased efficiency and reduced waste.
  • Oversaw implementation of automated testing tools to improve test coverage speed up defect detection timeframes.
  • Partnered with engineering teams during product development phases ensuring optimal integration of best practices related to QA/QC from inception through launch.
  • Managed a team of quality auditors, ensuring consistent adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and standards by conducting regular audits of internal processes and documentation.
  • Served as subject matter expert for all matters related to quality assurance within the organization, providing guidance and support when needed.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in significant cost savings and enhanced product performance.
  • Developed and delivered training programs to enhance employees'' understanding of quality management principles, tools, and techniques.
  • Incorporated Lean Six Sigma methodologies into daily operations, reducing inefficiencies while maintaining high levels of product quality.
  • Coordinated with quality control staff to complete inspections.
  • Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
  • Led problem-solving activities to quickly identify and permanently resolve quality and productivity issues.
  • Partnered with senior management to analyze issues and find appropriate solutions.
  • Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers, and internal plant operations.
  • Determined quality department standards, practices, and procedures.

Quality Lab Technician

TECHNIPLAS
03.2019 - 05.2021
  • Enhanced production efficiency by providing timely and accurate data for process control adjustments.
  • Provided reliable data interpretation, contributing to informed decision-making among production team members.
  • Contributed to the successful scale-up of new products from research and development stage to full-scale production through active collaboration with R&D teams.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives by participating in quality audits, identifying areas of concern, and implementing corrective actions.
  • Conducted over 300+ routine calibration of analytical instruments for optimal accuracy and precision in test results.
  • Completed recordkeeping, filing and data entry duties.
  • Performed technical and quality systems audits of laboratory.
  • Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.

Operator Trainer

TECHNIPLAS
03.2010 - 03.2019
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for operators, providing constructive feedback and setting goals for growth.
  • Developed customized training materials tailored to meet the unique needs of individual operators, enhancing worker engagement and comprehension levels.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication channels among operators, supervisors, and management personnel.
  • Boosted overall productivity by identifying skill gaps within the workforce and crafting targeted training sessions to address them.
  • Mentored new operators, ensuring a smooth transition to the production floor and boosting team morale.
  • Increased production output by optimizing machine settings and operator techniques.
  • Promoted quality assurance measures through diligent recordkeeping practices and thorough documentation of operational activities.

Education

General Studies -

Kathe-Kolwitz-Schule
Germany

Skills

  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Customer Communication
  • Quality Management System
  • Control Plan Development
  • Quality Metrics
  • Documentation Control
  • Auditing Techniques
  • Product Inspection Decision-Making
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Process Validation
  • Risk Management PPAP, FMEA, CAPA

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Quality Engineer/Supervisor

TECHNIPLAS
05.2021 - Current

Quality Lab Technician

TECHNIPLAS
03.2019 - 05.2021

Operator Trainer

TECHNIPLAS
03.2010 - 03.2019

General Studies -

Kathe-Kolwitz-Schule

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