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Michelle Dong

Auburn,WA

Summary

Industrial Engineer with applied experience in surface preparation and coating operations, process modeling, and lab/line workflow optimization at Boeing. Background in chemistry and hands‑on shop coordination enables effective collaboration with materials, QA, and production to improve finish quality, reduce defects, and support rate increases.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Industrial Engineer (Paint, Preflight, FD3‑4)

The Boeing Company
09.2022 - Current

- Led time studies and methods analysis across Paint, Preflight, and feederline to standardize surface‑prep/coating workflows and align labor estimates with production targets.

- Managed paint hangar and chemical handling workflows (paint booths, pretreatment stations); coordinated equipment qualification and preventive maintenance to improve uptime and reduce spill/waste risk.

- Supported the designed and implemented Lean countermeasures (Visual VSM, Balance the Line, Standard Work) and error‑proofing for coatings handling; supported a design change and protective handling process to reduce spoiler damage and rework.

- Developed daily operating plans, tankline/stall capacity charts, and crew cycling schedules supporting 737 build‑rate and on‑time delivery.

- Support the build for executive and shop‑floor dashboards (Excel, Tableau) and presented coatings/load metrics to leadership, enabling data‑driven decisions to improve throughput and reduce late loads. - Coordinated recovery and change‑impact assessments with Final Assembly, Paint, Supply Chain, QA, and Design Engineering to mitigate schedule and finish/corrosion risks.

- Conducted ergonomics and shop‑aid evaluations; provided tool design feedback to reduce technician strain and improve test accuracy.

Certified Notary Public

Advanced Mobile Notary
08.2020 - 08.2024

- Executed high‑volume loan signings and notarizations while maintaining lender quality checks and 100% compliance with document requirements.

- Managed secure document workflows and cloud uploads, improving turnaround time for clients and reducing errors in closing packages.

- Coordinated scheduling and mobile logistics for same‑day appointments, improving client satisfaction and reducing appointment no‑shows.

- Served as primary liaison with title companies and escrow agents to troubleshoot document issues, expediting resolution and ensuring timely closings.

Manager

Tokyo-ya Ramen & Izakaya
07.2016 - 08.2021

- Supervised frontline teams (hiring, scheduling, performance coaching) and implemented inventory/reporting controls that improved production efficiency and inventory capacity.

- Managed vendor relations, purchasing, and financial records (POS, invoices) and led customer‑facing digital engagement to grow sales.

- Implemented inventory forecasting and vendor reorder processes that reduced stockouts and improved inventory turnover.

- Led hiring, training, and performance coaching for frontline staff, improving shift reliability and customer service consistency.

Dental Hygienist

Lovrovich Orthodontics
09.2020 - 01.2021

- Implemented an organizational system for clinical workflows that increased productivity by 15% and improved patient throughput.

- Refined equipment maintenance and sterilization processes, achieving approximately $5,000 in cost savings through preventative upkeep and parts management.

- Managed patient scheduling and staff meeting coordination to optimize clinic operations and reduce appointment bottlenecks.

- Maintained accurate patient records and strict infection‑control documentation to ensure regulatory compliance and patient safety.

Education

Certificate - Leadership Mastery Program

University of California, Los Angeles
03-2026

Master of Science - Business Analytics

Cornell University
08-2025

Associate of Science - Science Track 1

Bellevue College
Bellevue, Washington, WA
08-2022

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Marketing

University of Washington
Tacoma
08-2019

Skills

  • Rate readiness & production scheduling
  • Crew cycling & resource allocation
  • Master scheduling & constraint‑based scheduling
  • Stall / tankline capacity planning
  • Business process improvement (BPS / Lean, Kaizen, VSM)
  • Data analysis & visualization: Tableau, SQL, Microsoft Access

Timeline

Industrial Engineer (Paint, Preflight, FD3‑4)

The Boeing Company
09.2022 - Current

Dental Hygienist

Lovrovich Orthodontics
09.2020 - 01.2021

Certified Notary Public

Advanced Mobile Notary
08.2020 - 08.2024

Manager

Tokyo-ya Ramen & Izakaya
07.2016 - 08.2021

Certificate - Leadership Mastery Program

University of California, Los Angeles

Master of Science - Business Analytics

Cornell University

Associate of Science - Science Track 1

Bellevue College

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Marketing

University of Washington