Director of Engineering

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Candidate No.
1926661

About this Candidate

DAVRON CV: Candidate 1926661

MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING LEADER | LEAN CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT | CAD & CNC EXPERT

Core Expertise

  • Applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to identify and implement process improvement opportunities.
  • Leading product applications engineering teams to resolve customer technical inquiries and improve satisfaction.
  • Driving ERP implementation and integration efforts, including custom interfaces and automated reporting.
  • Designing and programming CNC processes, controls, and tooling to optimize manufacturability and throughput.
  • Utilizing CAD and 3D modeling for product development, prototyping, and fixture design.

Project Background

  • Directed product applications engineering supporting cross-functional teams and field service coordination.
  • Established a new CNC machining facility from layout through production with budget oversight.
  • Implemented Kanban/MRP systems and lean practices that reduced setup times and waste.
  • Led ERP interface development and automated VBA reporting to streamline accounting and planning.
  • Improved manufacturing throughput by 40% over ten years through process elimination and efficiency gains.

Key Skills

  • Lean | Six Sigma (Green Belt) | Value Stream Mapping
  • AutoCAD | SolidWorks | NX | Autodesk Inventor
  • CNC controls | Fanuc | Siemens | Fagor | Manual G-code programming
  • Excel VBA | SQL | IBM AS/400
  • ERP implementation | Infor LX | IDF interfaces
  • Project management | Performance metrics | Continuous improvement
  • Languages: English | Albanian | Italian

Education

  • B.S., Mechanical Engineering — University of Tirana
  • CAD Diploma — Total Technical Institute
  • Lean Manufacturing Certification; Value Stream Certification — Saddle Island Institute

Awards & Recognition

  • Green Belt Certification — Six Sigma
  • Lean Manufacturing Certification
  • Value Stream Mapping Certification

Why Interview this Candidate?

A seasoned manufacturing engineering leader with strong hands-on CAD and CNC capabilities and proven Lean/Six Sigma execution. Delivered measurable operational gains, including a 40% throughput improvement, via process re-engineering, automation, and ERP integration. Brings cross-functional leadership, analytics, and practical manufacturing know-how to accelerate product development and operational performance.

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