Travis Briggs
Summerville,SC
Summary
Results-driven Quality Engineer with extensive experience in regulated manufacturing environments, including aerospace and healthcare sectors. Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis, corrective action systems, audits, and compliance with quality systems. Certified Six Sigma Green Belt with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, engage customers effectively, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Committed to delivering high-quality results that enhance operational efficiency and product reliability.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Engineer
Venture Aerobearings
Ladson, SC
06.2024 - 02.2026
- Facilitated thorough investigations into root causes and executed corrective measures to enhance quality standards.
- Coordinated efforts with customers and suppliers to troubleshoot quality concerns and establish recurrence prevention strategies.
- Directed quality assurance activities with suppliers to enhance product reliability and compliance.
- Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process consistency.
- Supported and led internal and external AS9100 and NADCAP audit processes to enhance operational standards and regulatory adherence.
- Coordinated the Measurement System Analysis (MSA) program.
- Interpreted quality data to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Created and maintained comprehensive work instructions to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Educated plant personnel on quality standards and expectations to ensure compliance and improve product quality.
Quality Validation Engineer
DuPont
Moncks Corner, SC
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Served as validation subject matter expert for DuPont healthcare manufacturing sites.
- Evaluated and authorized validation protocols and reports to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Coordinated validation activities for new products, equipment, processes, and lab methods.
- Facilitated training sessions for engineers on validation processes and regulatory compliance.
- Advised on ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 compliance standards to ensure alignment with industry requirements.
- Functioned as subject matter expert for healthcare packaging specifications.
- Evaluated change control requests to assess potential impacts on validated systems, ensuring ongoing compliance with regulations.
Quality Engineer
DuPont
Moncks Corner, SC
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Facilitated structured root cause analysis investigations to identify and resolve internal and external quality concerns.
- Owned the site corrective action and material review board (MRB) process.
- Facilitated customer complaint resolution through collaboration with customer service and account management teams.
- Compiled and delivered comprehensive quality metrics reports to site leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Managed air and surface microbial monitoring programs.
- Conducted customer and ISO audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Managed quality control processes during new product development and site establishment in Moncks Corner, SC.
- Developed and implemented training programs focused on CGMP compliance and cleanroom operational requirements.
- Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance product reliability and performance.
Quality Technician
DuPont
Hemlock, MI
11.2018 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with quality and production teams to identify issues and execute corrective actions, ensuring adherence to standards.
- Performed laboratory testing to support quality investigations.
- Conducted internal audits to uphold quality system standards.
- Supported 5S and housekeeping programs for cleanroom environments.
- Provided guidance on ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 requirements.
Shift Coordinator / Incident Response Leader
DuPont
Hemlock, MI
02.2017 - 11.2018
- Supervised 12 chemical operators and 5 packaging contractors.
- Led daily operations to ensure adherence to safety protocols and efficiency standards.
- Facilitated shift safety meetings and coordinated incident response for site emergencies.
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions for employees, focusing on the safe operation of chemical processing equipment and accurate lab testing procedures.
- Issued permits to ensure safe work practices and compliance with established safety and quality protocols.
- Diagnosed and resolved mechanical and process issues to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
- Healthcare Industries Materials Site
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize labor resources and workflow processes.
Chemical Operator
DuPont
Hemlock, MI
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Operated chemical manufacturing processes producing active pharmaceutical ingredients and elastomers.
- Conducted in-process testing and systematically recorded data to support operational integrity.
- Conducted thorough mechanical troubleshooting to enhance operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Contributed to process improvement projects aimed at optimizing workflows and reducing costs.
- Executed 5S practices to streamline operations and improve safety standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot process issues and implement solutions.
- Trained new operators on equipment operation, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Manufacturing Management - Manufacturing Management, Quality Management
University of Minnesota
Crookston, MNAssociate of Applied Science - Chemical Process Technology
Delta College
Saginaw, MISkills
- Quality control expertise
- Continuous Improvement
- Root Cause Analysis
- CAPA Management
- Expertise in AS9100 compliance
- ISO 9001 compliance implementation
- ISO 13485 expertise
- Facilitating internal audit processes
- Conducting external audits
- Customer audit management
- Supplier Quality Management
- Validation process management
- Change process management
- SAP proficiency
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Development of quality improvement plans
- Risk analysis expertise
- Failure modes and effects analysis
Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt, Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC), W6oqFHqt98
Timeline
Quality Engineer
Venture Aerobearings
06.2024 - 02.2026
Quality Validation Engineer
DuPont
10.2023 - 05.2024
Quality Engineer
DuPont
10.2021 - 10.2023
Quality Technician
DuPont
11.2018 - 10.2021
Shift Coordinator / Incident Response Leader
DuPont
02.2017 - 11.2018
Chemical Operator
DuPont
01.2015 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Manufacturing Management - Manufacturing Management, Quality Management
University of Minnesota
Associate of Applied Science - Chemical Process Technology
Delta College