Richard Merlina Jr
Summary
Proven Quality Assurance Supervisor with a track record of enhancing product quality and team performance at Insulet Corporation. Expert in Quality System Implementation and fostering Cross-Functional Teamwork, significantly reduced defect rates and optimized processes. Skilled in corrective action planning and problem-solving, driving continuous improvement and maintaining rigorous quality standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Insulet Corporation
07.2018 - Current
- Maintained comprehensive documentation and operations of QA activities, supporting effective communication between departments and facilitating process improvements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization globally.
- Enhanced team performance goals by providing regular training, feedback, and guidance to Quality Assurance staff.
- Assessed investigation reports of subordinate quality assurance personnel and addressed any procedural deviations.
- Optimized workflows by regularly reviewing processes for inefficiencies or redundancies, implementing changes that improved overall productivity and accuracy.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues or other production challenges that impacted product quality levels.
- Led regular meetings with staff to review performance metrics, address any concerns or challenges, and provide updates on organizational initiatives related to quality assurance.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication, recognizing individual achievements, and supporting teamwork within the Quality Assurance department.
- Reduced defect rates through meticulous inspection and proactive identification of potential issues through root cause analysis process.
- Contributed to new product development projects by providing expertise on quality requirements during design and production stages.
Quality Control Senior Technician
Philips Healthcare
03.2013 - 06.2018
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous testing procedures and protocols.
- Conducted regular calibration checks on equipment to ensure accurate measurements throughout the testing process.
- Trained new technicians on proper testing methodologies, ensuring consistent results across the team.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in weekly 5s audits.
- Assisted in supplier evaluations, ensuring adherence to strict quality requirements from external partners.
- Optimized laboratory equipment usage, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
- Collaborated with production staff to improve processes, reduce defects and optimize quality.
Education
No Degree - Electrical Engineering
U Mass Lowell
Lowell, MA06.2030
Skills
- Corrective Action Planning
- Quality Inspection
- Auditing Techniques
- Quality Control Management
- Product Testing
- Defect documentation
- Validation Protocols
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Quality System Development
- Problem-solving skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Quality System Implementation
Hiking,softball and healthy lifestyles
I enjoy all aspects of the outdoors to re energize after a busy work week. I love the challenge of new hikes and trying new health lifestyles. The newest health lifestyle I have tried was intermittent fasting due to its health benefits.
Timeline
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Insulet Corporation
07.2018 - Current
Quality Control Senior Technician
Philips Healthcare
03.2013 - 06.2018
No Degree - Electrical Engineering
U Mass Lowell
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