Trevor Mills
Oak Ridge,NC
Summary
With a robust background at RFMD/Qorvo, I excel in lean manufacturing and process validation, enhancing product quality and reducing costs. Skilled in Six Sigma methodologies and equipment troubleshooting, I've led teams to achieve significant efficiencies. My proactive approach and ability to train peers underscore my commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Process Engineering Technician
RFMD/Qorvo
01.2007 - Current
- Lean manufacturing, data analysis, tool process monitoring, Disposition defective product quality, created peer training documents, certify operator training, update work instructions, participated in projects to identify nonvalue added steps or processes
- Monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess process performance and identify improvement opportunities.
- Conducted trials, observed process conditions and analyzed results to improve product quality and reduce costs.
- Documented all changes made to existing processes; maintained accurate records of test results.
- Monitored and analyzed process data for customer satisfaction, quality improvement and cost reduction.
- Performed process engineering calculations and analyses to determine optimum operating conditions.
- Developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and trained staff on best practices.
- Participated in internal teams to create, improve and standardize processes and equipment.
Assembly Mechanic/Mold Maker
Amp Inc/Tyco Electronics
Kernersville, NC
05.1993 - 01.2007
- Production of assembly machines, stamping presses and molding presses
- Training new personal
- Been involved in bringing up new assembly programs and machines
- Tool making, modification and sharpening
- Extensive troubleshooting and repair of assembly equipment
- Worked closely with Engineering in making improvements to assembly equipment both mechanical and electrical
- Ordered assembly tooling and help set up spare tooling system
- Participated in several value-added management teams that resulted large cost savings for the company
- Conducted preventative maintenance on assembly equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Identified and resolved assembly problems, suggesting improvements to assembly procedures.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts of the assembly equipment in order to maintain optimum performance levels.
Machinist
MNR Tool Engineering Inc.
Olivet, MI
03.1992 - 05.1993
- CNC programming and operation
- Production machining
Machinist
G & F Tool
Eaton Rapids, MI
10.1990 - 03.1992
- Precision grinding, milling and CNC setup and operation
- Helped with conditioning and troubleshooting of stamping dies
Education
AAS - Electronics Engineering Technology
GTCC
01.2013
Journeyman Mold Make - apprenticeship
Tyco Electronics
North Carolina12.2002
Direct Mold maker study program
Thompson Education
12.2002
Skills
- Process monitoring
- Chemical handling
- Six sigma methodologies
- Process validation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Manufacturing processes
- Design of experiments
- Statistical process control
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Process Engineering Technician
RFMD/Qorvo
01.2007 - Current
Assembly Mechanic/Mold Maker
Amp Inc/Tyco Electronics
05.1993 - 01.2007
Machinist
MNR Tool Engineering Inc.
03.1992 - 05.1993
Machinist
G & F Tool
10.1990 - 03.1992
AAS - Electronics Engineering Technology
GTCC
Journeyman Mold Make - apprenticeship
Tyco Electronics
Direct Mold maker study program
Thompson Education