Monetta Sherry Little-Ragan
High Point,NC
Summary
Dynamic Supplier Quality Engineer with over 8 years of extensive experience in enhancing supplier relationships and implementing quality strategies. Proven expertise in monitoring performance, conducting quality audits, and administering comprehensive control plans. Successfully executed continuous improvement projects that led to enhanced process efficiency. Adept in analyzing KPIs to drive actionable improvements and aligning supplier performance with quality standards, poised to add significant value in any organization.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
Azenta Life Sciences
Indianapolis, IN
08.2022 - 02.2025
- Cultivated and strengthened supplier relationships by monitoring and tracking performance while conducting routine supplier quality audits
- Guaranteed the implementation, documentation, and maintenance of comprehensive supplier control plans
- Collaborated with suppliers to pinpoint root causes and drive the implementation of corrective actions, adhering to critical quality metric timelines
- Maintained and assessed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Cost of Poor-Quality data to uncover recurring trends and executed improvement actions
- Administered databases and files containing essential information regarding the suitability of suppliers for providing components and services
Quality Systems Engineer/Calibration Manager
Qorvo
Greensboro, NC
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Engineered quality plans, tools, processes, and systems aimed at measuring and enhancing manufacturing and customer quality levels
- Spearheaded 8D Corrective Actions for addressing product and process non-conformances
- Evaluated key metrics to identify projects for improvement through data analysis
- Participated actively in Product Design and Manufacturing Teams to ensure product quality
- Managed and defined Calibration Program
- Created SOP's to define calibration process
- Reorganized Calibration Lab to optimize operational flow
Quality Engineer, Site CA Coordinator
Honda Aircraft Company
Greensboro
11.2018 - 04.2020
- Company Overview: through Hi-Tek Professionals
- Collaborated with HGN engineers to devise product solutions that aligned with HAI Quality objectives
- Leveraged knowledge of in-process and final inspection of components to improve quality processes
- Championed CAPA and audit activities to ensure proper closure and compliance
- Through Hi-Tek Professionals
Supplier Quality Engineer/QC Supervisor
Parker Aerospace Filtration (Purolator)
High Point
09.2017 - 11.2018
- Conceptualized a Supplier Quality Engineer Program to foster partnerships with suppliers
- Supervised the daily operations of a team of nine mechanical inspectors
- Instituted continuous improvement projects to enhance receiving inspection efficiency
Supplier Quality Engineer
Deere-Hitachi
Kernersville
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Investigated, analyzed, and resolved supplier quality issues through comprehensive audits
- Managed critical quality data, including PPAP, PFEMA's, and SCAR's
Quality Assurance Engineer
Flowserve
Raleigh
08.2013 - 09.2015
- Developed and maintained Quality Assurance plans and process routings
- Conducted periodic reviews and ensured the maintenance of all documentation files
Authorized Inspector
Hartford Steam Boiler
Hartford
02.2013 - 08.2013
- Assessed the nature of code violations and determined the necessary actions
- Monitored follow-up actions in cases where compliance violations were identified
Laboratory Assistant
LabCorp
Durham
06.2011 - 02.2013
- Conducted chemical analyses of body fluids to ensure accuracy and reliability
- Set up, maintained, calibrated, cleaned, and tested the sterility of medical laboratory equipment
Basic Machinery Instructor
United States Navy
Goose Creek, United States
02.2004 - 04.2007
- Monitored, evaluated, and recorded training activities and program effectiveness
- Delivered tailored training programs to enhance workers' job skills
Nuclear Machinists Mate E-6/MMN1
United States Navy
Goose Creek, United States
10.1997 - 04.2007
- Adhered to policies and procedures for radiation workers to uphold personnel safety
- Monitored instruments, gauges, and recording devices within control rooms
Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor
United States Navy
Goose Creek, United States
03.2002 - 02.2004
- Enforced safety and sanitation regulations to maintain operational integrity
- Inspected materials, products, or equipment to identify defects or malfunctions
Education
B.S. - Chemistry
Guilford College
Greensboro, USA05.2011
B.S. - Biology
Guilford College
Greensboro, USA05.2011
B.S. - Nuclear Engineering Technology
Thomas Edison State College
Trenton, USA09.2007
Skills
- Quality Engineering
- Preventive maintenance
- Emergent maintenance
- Quality assurance
- Troubleshooting
- Project management
- ISO 9001
- AS 9100
- IATF 16949
- 8D Corrective Actions
- FMEA
- APQP
- PPAP
- MSA
- Control Plans
- Root cause analysis
- Clinical analysis
- Training development
- Analytical skills
- Detail-oriented
- Effective communication
- Leadership
- Motivator
- Problem-solving
- Self-motivated
- Organizational skills
- Supplier Management
- Quality Auditing
- Manufacturing
- Collaboration
- Data Analysis
- Quality Systems
- Quality Management
- Engineering change management
- Measurement system analysis
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Failure modes and effects analysis
- Corrective action planning
- Process improvement techniques
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Supplier site evaluation
- Quality inspection methods
- Quality management systems
- Regulatory compliance
- AS9100 compliance
Personal Information
Title: Supplier Quality Engineer
Timeline
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
Azenta Life Sciences
08.2022 - 02.2025
Quality Systems Engineer/Calibration Manager
Qorvo
08.2020 - 08.2022
Quality Engineer, Site CA Coordinator
Honda Aircraft Company
11.2018 - 04.2020
Supplier Quality Engineer/QC Supervisor
Parker Aerospace Filtration (Purolator)
09.2017 - 11.2018
Supplier Quality Engineer
Deere-Hitachi
09.2015 - 09.2017
Quality Assurance Engineer
Flowserve
08.2013 - 09.2015
Authorized Inspector
Hartford Steam Boiler
02.2013 - 08.2013
Laboratory Assistant
LabCorp
06.2011 - 02.2013
Basic Machinery Instructor
United States Navy
02.2004 - 04.2007
Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor
United States Navy
03.2002 - 02.2004
Nuclear Machinists Mate E-6/MMN1
United States Navy
10.1997 - 04.2007
B.S. - Chemistry
Guilford College
B.S. - Biology
Guilford College
B.S. - Nuclear Engineering Technology
Thomas Edison State College
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