Tonya Pruitt
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supplier Quality Engineer
Moog
01.2024 - Current
- Manage supplier quality performance, including assessments, ongoing oversight, and targeted improvement initiatives to ensure compliance and reduce nonconformances.
- Lead facilitation of Lean, Six Sigma, and AS9100 standards across supplier and internal operations to drive process excellence.
- Support product design and testing phases, ensuring alignment with technical and compliance requirements.
- Facilitate formal problem-solving methodologies, including 5-Why, Ishikawa, 8D, and DMAIC, to identify root causes and address issues.
- Address contract-specific QA requirements and support activities related to customer queries and nonconformance investigations.
- Manage MRBs and FRBs, collaborating with engineering and QA teams to evaluate and disposition nonconforming material.
- Maintain and update MRP system data to reflect accurate status.
- Manage build travelers and ensure process documentation aligns with requirements.
- Moog is a global leader in precision motion control systems, operating in aerospace, defense, and industrial automation.
- Key accomplishments include:
- Drove continuous improvement of the QMS through targeted initiatives.
- Developed and implemented new processes to support AS9100 compliance.
- Applied Lean and Six Sigma tools to streamline procedures and enhance efficiency.
Quality Engineer
TurbineAero
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Lead Auditor for AS9100 and AS13100 internal audits, complying with quality standards and identifying areas for improvement.
- Facilitated AS9100 and AS13100 quality standards across operations.
- Moderated MRB meetings and coordinated timely, compliant disposition of nonconforming materials.
- TurbineAero is a leading APU/MRO service provider of comprehensive, flexible, and reliable solutions to the global aerospace community.
- Key accomplishments include:
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs covering various quality and manufacturing topics, including MSA, FAI, FMEA, PPAP, SPC, 8D, and root cause analysis tools.
- Created all procedures and coordinated associated events.
- Coordinated CA/PAs and led weekly meetings to drive issue resolution and accountability.
- Conducted customer satisfaction surveys across 3 sites using Survey Monkey to support quality improvement.
Caregiver
Sabbatical
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Handled personal matters following the decline of health of a parent.
Senior Launch Engineer
Honeywell
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Partnered with Integrated Supply Chain, Quality, Program Management, and Engineering teams to ensure the success of the Flawless Launch process across new product introductions.
- Executed DFMEA and analyzed historical quality and warranty data to strengthen early risk mitigation and drive design improvements.
- Led MRAs to validate production preparedness and ensure launch milestones were met.
- Collaborated with AME and Quality teams to follow APQP frameworks.
- Created detailed risk assessments by program phase to identify and mitigate risks proactively.
- Facilitated and audited AS9100 activities to ensure compliance.
- Drove ESE to align supplier readiness with program needs.
- Led identification and management of KCs, CCs, and LLs to strengthen process consistency.
- Prepared FL estimates for new programs.
- Honeywell, a Fortune 500 company, is a multinational conglomerate that manufactures solutions for global megatrends such as safety, security, and energy.
- Key accomplishments include:
- Applied Six Sigma methods to resolve issues and improve product quality.
- Built and maintained a centralized LL database to guide future launches.
- Participated in RTY reduction projects to improve production efficiency.
- Held Secret Security Clearance to support classified aerospace programs.
Operational Excellence Leader
FIMER fka ABB Solar
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Promoted operational excellence throughout the organization, reinforcing Lean and continuous improvement principles.
- Provided manufacturing engineering support for local solar inverter production, ensuring process reliability and product quality.
- ABB had one of the widest portfolios of solar inverters, ranging from single- and three-phase string inverters up to megawatt-sized central inverters.
- Key accomplishments include:
- Developed and delivered Six Sigma training for ~50 employees.
- Coached 8 Six Sigma projects and multiple Kaizen events, achieving >$3M in savings.
- Attained ABB Certified Master Trainer/Coach designation, enabling the training and certification of other Six Sigma trainers/coaches.
- Developed and delivered training in Lean, quality, and manufacturing topics, including Kaizen, VSM, Poka-Yoke, SPC, and GD&T to support site-wide continuous improvement.
- Authored and edited manufacturing work instructions and travelers to align with GMP.
- Partnered with a facility-wide safety training team to achieve 18 months of time-lost incidents.
Manufacturing Quality Engineer
Vantage Mobility
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Facilitated DFMEA and PFMEA sessions, CAPAs, 8D, PDCA, DOE, MRB, and control plan development.
- Supported the development and improvement of new production lines and execution of process audits.
- Conducted risk analyses related to pre-delivery inspections, warranty exposure, and VoC data to mitigate product sales risk.
- Provided day-to-day quality support across manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with process and compliance standards.
- Vantage Mobility, a pioneer in innovation, is a leading manufacturer in the wheelchair-accessible vehicle industry.
- Key accomplishments include:
- Conducted Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training for ~50 employees.
- Coached 5 Green Belt projects, generating >$1M in cost savings.
- Developed AIAG/APQP-based quality systems for newly launched vehicles to promote product quality and reliability.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) - undefined
University of Arizona
Doctor in Industrial & Organizational Psychology (PhD) -
Capella University
03-2026
Accomplishments
- Coached 13 Six Sigma projects across 3 companies, generating >$4M in combined cost savings.
- Developed AIAG/APQP-based quality systems for new products to improve quality, reliability, and compliance.
- Served as Lead Auditor for AS9100 and AS13100, ensuring audit readiness and compliance across operations.
- Developed and delivered Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training for ~75 employees, resulting in the launch of multiple Six Sigma projects and Kaizen events.
- Led supplier quality initiatives to support successful launches, including assessments, improvement plans, and ESE.
Certification
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt Certification (LSSMBB) – Villanova University
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB) – Kaplan University
- ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CQM/OE), Quality Engineer (CQE), Quality Auditor (CQA), Reliability Engineer (CRE)
- IATF 16949 Certified Lead Auditor
- Essentials of Project Management Certification – Villanova University
Timeline
Supplier Quality Engineer
Moog
01.2024 - Current
Quality Engineer
TurbineAero
01.2021 - 01.2024
Caregiver
Sabbatical
01.2020 - 01.2021
Senior Launch Engineer
Honeywell
01.2017 - 01.2020
Operational Excellence Leader
FIMER fka ABB Solar
01.2013 - 01.2016
Manufacturing Quality Engineer
Vantage Mobility
01.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) - undefined
University of Arizona
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Phoenix
Doctor in Industrial & Organizational Psychology (PhD) -
Capella University