With over 11+ years of industry experience, with a specific focus on medical device manufacturing for over 6+ years, I have honed my expertise in product design, development, and manufacturing. My tenure at Straits Orthopaedics, a leading global exporter and contract manufacturer in Asia, afforded me the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier medical companies such as Smith & Nephew, Zimmer, Wright Medicals, Tornier, Stryker, DJO (ENOVIS), NuVasive, Austofix, MicroPort and many more.
My proficiency in CAD and CAM software enables me to create precise documentation and drawings for mechanical engineering projects. I excel at innovative problem-solving, transforming complex challenges into effective solutions. My meticulous attention to detail and robust problem-solving abilities consistently delivers high-quality results.
Process Improvement:
• Achieved 3% cost savings by implementing ERP systems for optimized production scheduling and resource planning.
• Reduced equipment downtime by 7% through a well-planned preventive maintenance schedule.
• Reduced production cycle time by 2% through process improvements identified through root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
Quality Assurance:
• Execute IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, develop testing protocols, conduct verification/validation, first-article inspections, maintain DMR/DHR.
• Reduced non-conformance rates by 12% through the implementation of improved inspection plans and corrective actions.
• Improved product quality by 8% through the development and implementation of effective testing protocols.
Equipment Management:
• Plan and execute equipment maintenance, provide support for installation, repair, and calibration.
Validation:
• Successfully validated 5 new machines involving medical devices, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Compliance & Documentation:
• Review technical documents, conduct internal audits, analyses customer complaints.
Regulatory Compliance:
• Ensured 100% compliance with regulatory requirements through the accurate maintenance of DMR and DHR.
Overall:
• Contributed to a 6% increase in overall production efficiency through effective quality assurance practices and process improvements.
Project Management:
• Achieved 33% project completion on time by effectively managing timelines and resource allocation.
• Improved client satisfaction by 21% through consistent communication and proactive issue resolution.
Product Development:
• Successfully implemented 15% new product features within the specified timeline.
• Ensured 100% compliance with UDI and 2D Data Matrix requirements through thorough feasibility assessments and design updates.
PLM (Product Lifecycle Management):
• Streamlined inspection sheet updates by 9% through efficient use of Windchill and Agile.
• Reduced change order processing time by 20% through optimized routing procedures in Windchill and Agile.
Overall:
• Contributed to a 10% increase in product development efficiency through effective project management and PLM practices
Product Testing and Evaluation:
• Reduced product defects by 17% through the development and implementation of effective test protocols.
• Ensured 100% compliance with product specifications through rigorous testing and evaluation.
Process Improvement:
• Achieved 10% cost reduction through process optimization initiatives.
• Increased production efficiency by 28% by implementing process improvements and reducing waste.
Project Management:
• Successfully completed 13 special projects related to process improvement and cost reduction within the specified timeline.
• Reduced project costs by 8% through effective project management and resource allocation.
Technical Expertise:
• Resolved 15 to 20 manufacturing process issues through timely troubleshooting and technical support.
Data Analysis:
• Identified 9 areas for process improvement through data analysis and identified trends.
• Reduced process variability by 6% through data-driven changes.
Validation: Successfully validated 70 new machines involving medical devices, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Methodologies: Effectively applied APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and other quality tools to drive process improvement and risk management.
Documentation: Ensured 100% compliance with documentation requirements through the creation and maintenance of essential process documentation.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Successfully collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve process improvements and product success.
Quality Assurance:
• Reduced customer complaints by 18% through effective quality assurance practices and proactive issue resolution.
• Ensured 100% compliance with quality standards through rigorous inspection criteria and testing.
Regulatory Compliance: Maintained 100% compliance with FDA and EU MDR regulations through meticulous documentation and adherence to standards.
Overall:
• Contributed to a 38% increase in overall production efficiency through effective product testing, process improvement, and quality assurance practices.
Product Development:
• Successfully developed 12 new products from concept to market launch.
• Reduced product development cycle time by 10% through efficient design and prototyping processes.
Technical Support:
• Resolved 15 technical issues related to machinery and equipment, minimizing downtime.
• Improved equipment efficiency by 12% through technical guidance and support.
CAD Proficiency:
• Created 25% technical drawings with a accuracy rate.
• Reduced design errors by 20% through precise CAD modeling.
Quality Assurance:
• Reduced product defects by 11% through effective inspections and reviews.
• Ensured 100% compliance with quality standards.
Lean Manufacturing:
• Achieved 8% cost reduction through Lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Increased production efficiency by 18% by implementing Lean techniques to reduce waste.
Tool Design: Reduced production time by 6% using optimized tooling.
Problem Solving:
• Identified and resolved 17% root causes of production issues through effective problem-solving ideas.
• Improved process stability by 14% through the implementation of corrective actions.
Process Optimization: Evaluated manufacturing feasibility and conducted FMEA analysis.
Production Planning: Finalized production layout, balanced lines, and planned manpower.
Production Management: Oversaw daily operations, schedules, and material optimization.
Inventory Management: Implemented Kanban system for efficient production flow.
Overall:
• Contributed to a 16% increase in overall production efficiency through effective product development, technical support, and process improvement initiatives.
Regulatory Compliance:
21 CFR Part 820 (Quality System Regulation)
ISO 13485 (Quality Management Systems)
ISO 14971 (Risk Management)
Manufacturing Processes:
CNC Machining and Injection Molding
Passivation, Anodizing, and Laser Marking
Preparation of Regulatory Documentation
Post-market Surveillance
Verification and Validation (V&V):
Protocol Development
Test Plan Creation
Data Analysis and Interpretation
Report Writing
Quality Management Systems (QMS):
Implementation and Maintenance of QMS
Internal and External Audits
Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
Quality Control and Assurance:
Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Inspection and Testing
Root Cause Analysis
Continuous Improvement
Non-conformance processes
FMEAs:
Process Analysis: Ability to analyze and map out process steps
Risk Assessment: Identifying potential failure modes and their effects on the process
Risk Prioritization: Assessing the severity, occurrence, and detection of potential failures
Root Cause Analysis: Determining the root causes of process failures
Process Control Plans: Creating and maintaining process control plans to ensure consistent quality
DFMA Principles:
Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)
Cost Reduction and Process Optimization
Testing and Verification:
Functional and Performance Testing
Verification and Validation (V&V)
Lean Six Sigma:
Six Sigma Methodologies (DMAIC, DMADV)
Six Sigma Tools (Control Charts, Pareto Analysis)
Technical Documentation:
Quality Manuals
Work Instruction, SOP and Control Plan
Risk Management:
Risk Assessment and Analysis
Hazard Identification and Analysis
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T):
ASME Y145 Standards
Tolerance Analysis
Project Management:
Cross-functional Team Collaboration
Project Planning and Scheduling
Product Identification and Traceability:
GS1 Data Matrix Implementation
Barcode and Labeling Standards
CAD Software:
PLM & ERP Systems:
Statistical Analysis:
Manufacturing Techniques:
AutoCAD
SolidWorks
Minitab
Windchill
Agile
JDE
Epicor
SAP
Mastercam
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