About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 3823826
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING LEADER | HIGH-PRECISION PRODUCTION, NPI & PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Core Expertise
- Manufacturing engineering leadership for high-precision production, NPI, and sustained operations.
- Process improvement using Lean methods, Six Sigma, SPC, and value stream mapping.
- Root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and cross-functional problem resolution.
- Equipment design and upgrades supporting manufacturing reliability and production readiness.
- Data-driven decision making with Minitab and manufacturing databases to raise process capability.
Project Background
- Led engineering reorganizations to clarify ownership and improve support efficiency.
- Implemented SPC and control charts across departments to monitor and improve yields.
- Established rapid prototyping capability through strategic procurement of additive manufacturing equipment.
- Directed product transfers and NPI activities to strengthen production readiness for key programs.
- Designed manufacturing fixtures, tooling, and inspection practices aligned with military-grade cosmetic standards.
Key Skills
- SolidWorks | AutoCAD | Autodesk Inventor — 3D CAD for fixtures, tooling, and product design.
- Minitab | Statistical Process Control | Microsoft Access — data analysis and manufacturing databases.
- Lean Manufacturing | Value Stream Mapping | Continuous Improvement methodologies for process optimization.
- Six Sigma Green Belt | Root Cause Analysis | Corrective Action for problem resolution and control.
- New Product Introduction | Product Transfers | Production Readiness planning and execution.
- Equipment Design | Fixture Development | Capital Projects management for manufacturing upgrades and reliability.
- MIL-PRF-13830B | Regulatory documentation, inspection standards, and compliance in controlled environments.
Education
- B.S., Mechanical Engineering — Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Awards & Recognition
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
Why Interview this Candidate?
A manufacturing engineering leader with 20+ years delivering measurable process improvements, NPI, and equipment upgrades. Led teams from small groups to 60+ engineers, drove yield gains (tool-selection database +10% overall, up to +40% on select products), and implemented SPC and Lean systems. Well suited for a hands-on manager role focused on troubleshooting, process capability, and production readiness.
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