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Sara Baylor

Bridgewater,VA

Summary

Results-oriented Quality Engineer with extensive experience in Six Sigma / Lean Continuous Improvement methodologies. Expertise in Risk Management, Change Control, and Data Analysis. Proficient in CAPA resolution and product quality. Certified in Lead Process Auditing with extensive background in QMS document system management, with a strong commitment to training and developing teams for optimal performance.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Engineer

Cadence, Inc.
05.2011 - Current
  • Facilitated and participated in over 40 continuous improvement teams; using six sigma and lean methodologies to analyze known problem areas, detect unidentified gaps, and develop and implement improvement plans with identified monitoring strategies and metrics.
  • Lead teams assigned to corrective action processing for over 15 years.
  • Served on feedback review panels for over 10 years, to review metrics and analyze qualitative and quantitative data; identifying and prioritizing trends requiring improvement.
  • Developed and Conducted training of 150+ employees in multiple areas and topics, using various formats (classroom, self-paced, point-of-use, and hands-on).
  • Supported 50+ on-site customer and regulatory audits.
  • Led risk-evaluation activities on 100+ process change request submissions.
  • Created, reviewed, edited QMS documents at all levels.
  • Served as lead QE on over 25 new product launches; leading or facilitating validation, risk management, and supplier PPAP activities.
  • Conducted 100+ MSAs (Type I, Type II, Type III, Attribute, Variable, non-destructive, destructive testing).
  • Lead and/or conducted an average of 3 internal system audits annually for over 15 years.

Quality Engineering Technician

Cadenec, Inc.
05.2005 - 05.2011
  • Created over 150 coordinate measurement routines, using multiple metrology software applications
  • Developed and implemented over 20 training courses in metrology topics for inspection associates.
  • Participated and/or led 3 internal audits per year.
  • Monitored and calibrated over 300 instruments to maintain required accuracies and adherence to quality standards.
  • Tested selected product samples at specified stages in production process for performance characteristics or adherence to specifications.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Statistics - 6 Credit Hrs - 2021

Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers Cave, VA

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology/Philosophy - 15 Credit Hrs - 2017/2019

Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers Cave, VA

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - History & Political Science

Bridgewater College
Bridgewater, VA
05.1997

Associate's in Arts & Sciences (AA&S) -

Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers Cave, VA
08.1995

Skills

  • Lean Six Sigma methodology
  • Change implementation strategies
  • Risk analysis and oversight
  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Strong analytical skills in data evaluation
  • Skilled in MS Office tools
  • Detail-oriented analysis
  • Effective document organization
  • Dimensional measurement expertise
  • Supplier evaluation and PPAP management
  • Team leadership
  • Process validation expertise
  • Regulatory auditing
  • Data-driven process management
  • Performance analysis
  • Proficient in task management

Accomplishments

  • Developed and Implemented training programs for various QMS-related software rollouts, resulting in smooth transitions for systems with 50+ users.
  • Regularly Collaborated with cross-functional, cross-site teams of ~15 members, resulting in the effective launch of multiple medical device manufacturing processes and quality control plans

Certification

  • Certified Quality Engineer
  • Certified Lead Quality Auditor (ISO 13485)
  • Certified Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Certified Quality Process Analyst
  • Certified Quality Technician

Interests

  • Crafting and DIY Projects, such as quilting
  • Photography
  • Reading
  • Experimenting with different creative mediums, like watercolor, fabric, and metal, to expand skills and techniques
  • Exploring historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destinations

Timeline

Quality Engineer

Cadence, Inc.
05.2011 - Current

Quality Engineering Technician

Cadenec, Inc.
05.2005 - 05.2011

Some College (No Degree) - Statistics - 6 Credit Hrs - 2021

Blue Ridge Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology/Philosophy - 15 Credit Hrs - 2017/2019

Blue Ridge Community College

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - History & Political Science

Bridgewater College

Associate's in Arts & Sciences (AA&S) -

Blue Ridge Community College

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