QUAN DUC ANH NGUYEN
Auburn,WA
Summary
Quality Engineer with a solid background in aerospace manufacturing, specializing in defect investigation and root cause analysis. Proven track record in collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement CAPA, enhance product quality, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer I
SEKISUI Aerospace
04.2025 - Current
- Investigated production defects and nonconformances, performing root cause analysis to identify failure modes and implement corrective actions
- Analyzed production data, defect trends, and process variation to identify systemic issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborated with Quality Engineers and cross-functional teams to develop and implement CAPA, improving product quality and reducing recurring defects
- Facilitated MRB/DMR processes by evaluating, documenting, and disposing of discrepant material, ensuring compliance and traceability
- Developed, updated, and standardized work instructions, BOMs, and process flows to improve process consistency and ensure adherence to quality standards
- Applied lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste, minimize rework, and improve overall process efficiency and manufacturability
- Contributed to process improvement and production optimization projects that enhanced workflow, reduced variability, and improved yield
- Supported inspection and verification activities to ensure product conformance to engineering and quality requirements
- Reported quality issues, findings, and improvement recommendations to engineering, production, and management teams
Area Manager Assistant
Amazon
- Optimized processes and workflows to enhance productivity by 15% and reduce processing time by 20%
- Analyzed data and tracked KPIs to identify bottlenecks, increasing operational efficiency
- Managed daily operations to ensure team efficiency and productivity.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and best practices.
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Capstone / Merit
- Reduced equipment downtime by 20–25% through effective troubleshooting, diagnostics, and implementation of preventive maintenance strategies
- Enhanced equipment reliability and operational performance by implementing structured maintenance and optimizing process improvements
- Inspected mechanical systems for maintenance needs and compliance with safety standards.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions using advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Developed maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance of machinery and equipment.
Education
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering
Washington State University
Skills
- Quality management systems (QMS)
- Root cause analysis (RCA)
- Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Material review board (MRB)/disposition management report (DMR)
- Nonconformance management
- Failure analysis techniques
- Data analysis methodologies
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Continuous improvement strategies
- Waste reduction initiatives
- Process improvement practices
- Work instructions development
- Bill of materials (BOM) management
- Process flow optimization
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineer I
SEKISUI Aerospace
04.2025 - Current
Area Manager Assistant
Amazon
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Capstone / Merit
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering
Washington State University