RYAN SANGER
Garner,NC
Summary
Dynamic Senior Supervisor of Research and Development at Wolfspeed, skilled in data analytics and project management. Successfully expanded team size by 200% to enhance efficiency and consistently met project deadlines. Proven ability in training and mentoring staff while driving product development and quality assurance initiatives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Supervisor of Research and Development
Wolfspeed
Durham, NC
03.2023 - Current
- Organized meetings to discuss project progress and address any issues that may arise.
- Developed and implemented short-term and long-term research objectives.
- Trained new staff on laboratory safety procedures, data collection methods, and equipment operation.
- Performed statistical analysis of collected data using software such as JMP.
- Provided advice and support to junior members of the research team.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all activities related to research projects.
- Maintain deadlines on key projects.
- Grew my team from four to twelve members to cover the increase in workload and improve project efficiency, ensuring deadlines were met.
- Guided the transfers of new product introduction from development to production.
Lead Research and Development Technician
Wolfspeed
Durham, NC
10.2019 - 03.2023
- Assisted in the design and development of new products through research, testing, and analysis.
- Performed troubleshooting on existing products to identify potential improvements.
- Developed procedures for validating product performance and reliability.
- Evaluated prototypes and suggested modifications as needed.
- Analyzed data from tests and experiments to identify trends or patterns that could improve product designs or manufacturing processes.
- Assisted in training personnel on proper use of lab equipment.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies necessary for conducting research activities.
- Manage a team of technicians on daily tasks to ensure projects and deadlines are met on time.
Lead Machinist
Cree Inc.
Durham, NC
06.2017 - 10.2019
- Set up production parts according to prints or specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.
- Provided job training and monitored performance of team members.
- Ensured proper use of materials and equipment to cut overall spending.
- Maintained work area and equipment cleanliness and followed sanitation and safety procedures.
- Supervised and motivated staff and management.
- Maintained and operated a variety of computer-controlled and manual machines, such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, and drill presses.
- Monitored inventory levels of materials used in production process.
Clean Room Lead
Cree Inc.
Durham, NC
12.2012 - 06.2017
- Managed daily activities, assigned tasks to specific team members, and utilized proven management techniques to cut workflow downtime and maximize daily outs.
- Performed daily cleaning and disinfecting of the cleanroom environment according to standard operating procedures.
- Provided technical support for production operations in a classified environment.
Micro Package and Test Technician
Cree
Research Triangle Park, NC
11.2009 - 01.2011
- Imported, exported, and converted data to meet individual project requirements.
- Performed all tasks needed to complete weekly outs.
- Maintained accurate records of all tests performed, including setup parameters used, results obtained, and modifications made.
- Assisted engineers in the development of new products by testing prototypes and providing feedback on performance results.
- Installed, configured, tested, debugged, and maintained hardware components in accordance with engineering specifications.
Education
Industrial Engineer - General Electrionics
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2025
Associate of Science - Engineering Technology
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NCSkills
- Data Analytics using JMP and Excel
- Solidworks certified
- Goal-Oriented
- Training and Mentoring
- Staff Management
- Inventory Control
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Project Management
- Willingness to grow in skills and abilities
- Project management
- Team building
- Product development
- Quality assurance
- Technical training
- Compliance
- Data analysis
- Complex Problem-solving
- Staff management
Timeline
Senior Supervisor of Research and Development
Wolfspeed
03.2023 - Current
Lead Research and Development Technician
Wolfspeed
10.2019 - 03.2023
Lead Machinist
Cree Inc.
06.2017 - 10.2019
Clean Room Lead
Cree Inc.
12.2012 - 06.2017
Micro Package and Test Technician
Cree
11.2009 - 01.2011
Industrial Engineer - General Electrionics
Liberty University
Associate of Science - Engineering Technology
Wake Technical Community College