Patrick Connelly
Oakland,United States
Summary
Dedicated ASQ Certified Mechanical Inspector with over 25 years of QA/QC management experience. Established metrology labs from the ground up. Consistently promoted for exceptional lab, project management, programming, documentation processes, analytical skills and dedicated work ethic. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
QC Manager
Procept-BioRobotics
07.2023 - Current
- Overseeing department of 13 personnel by supervising daily operations, providing technical support and strategic planning.
- Planning and budgeting for the department
- Review of all drawings for product launch and revision changes
- Overseeing the NCMR process to help ensure corrective action is completed and NCMR's are completed within required time limits.
- Coordinating MRB activities to ensure product is processed timely
- Preparing for and presenting at weekly, monthly and quarterly department management and metric review meetings
- reduced backlog of pending inspection parts from a year down to a couple of weeks
Senior Metrology Engineer
Nuro Inc.
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Built efficient metrology lab for AI robotic vehicles
- Developed original datum structures and inspection plans for BIW
- Implemented effective blue print reviews
- Developed and managing calibration processes.
- Training and mentoring junior engineers and technicians, teaching skills in metrology and working to improve overall team performance.
- Working with project managers, engineers, and vehicle leads to resolve technical issues.
- Working with development teams to correct problems.
- Operated Faro Arm with scanner and Polyworks
Sr. Mechanical Quality Technologist
Sandia National Laboratories
12.2017 - 03.2022
- Managed R&D manufacturing activities including development of quality standards
- Oversaw Quality Control Lab. Ran specialized equipment including Bridge style CMM’s, vision systems, portable CMM’s, surface analyzers and a large assortment of specialized metrology equipment.
- Updated, developed and analyzed quality control processes and deliverables to present standards and establish recommended action plans.
- Updated quality control standards, methods and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
- Helped develop a powdered metallurgy lab.
Quality Control Manager
Lightsail Engineering, INC.
11.2011 - 12.2016
- Established a metrology lab with personnel, true 5 axis CMM and a DCC vision systems, within budget.
- Implemented training protocol for personnel and customers on inspection techniques.
- Developed efficient process for finding new vendors and vendor management and manufacturing software.
- Developed and maintained quality programs including MRB and Calibration.
- Worked with teams of scientists, engineers and machinists to help develop and shape energy storage machines.
Education
Quality And Project Management
Various Colleges
Wisconsin And CaliforniaAssociate of Science - Mechanical Inspection And Non-destructive Testing
CHIPPEWA VALLEY AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Eau Claire, WI Skills
- DCC-CMM and OMM programming
- CMM software; PC-DMIS, OpenDMIS, Polyworks, Werth, CAM2,
- Design for Manufacturing
- Print Review
- Quality Management Systems
- GD&T
- Supplier Management
- Technical analysis
- Project management
- PLM and QMS software proficiency
- Machineshop, fabrication, AM, vacuum forming, sheet metal and welding experience
- ISO management and auditing
- Cad programs
Hobbies
- Mountain biker, gravel bike racer, rock climber, paddle boarding, dirt biker
- Car, motorcycle, emoto, and bicycle mechanic
- Campervan builder, carpentry, and dog trainer
Timeline
QC Manager
Procept-BioRobotics
07.2023 - Current
Senior Metrology Engineer
Nuro Inc.
03.2022 - 06.2023
Sr. Mechanical Quality Technologist
Sandia National Laboratories
12.2017 - 03.2022
Quality Control Manager
Lightsail Engineering, INC.
11.2011 - 12.2016
Quality And Project Management
Various Colleges
Associate of Science - Mechanical Inspection And Non-destructive Testing
CHIPPEWA VALLEY AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
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