Accomplished Engineering Executive with expertise in technology-driven product development and numerous patents eager to contribute talents toward supporting operations of a dynamic organization.

 

 

         Energetic, confident and decisive; excel in directing, supervising, and motivating employees, consistently focusing on quality assurance, customer satisfaction, and team cohesiveness.  

         Exemplary talents in product design, process engineering and control, lean strategy implementation, and transparently collaborating with development teams overseas.

         Adept at diligently developing and executing procedures, processes, and methodologies to optimize product performance, quality, and reliability.

         Outstanding analytical, prioritization, decision-making, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

         Exhibit substantial business savvy to define goals, uncover challenges, propose modifications, and drive solution implementation; superior strengths in delivering sales presentations and envisioning and conceptualizing successful marketing strategies.

 

 

Rapid Rack Industries, City of Industry, CA, 2007 to 2008

Director of Product Development / Engineering / QC

         Applied dynamic resourcefulness toward directing research and development activities for consumer and industrial shelving products.

         Defined and launched lean concepts including paperless environment for engineering data, and meticulously maintained BOMs (Bills of Materials).

         Spearheaded "cradle to grave" implementation of new patentable products such as Flexi Rack, Gorilla Loft, Gorilla Garage, K-Bench, Big Z (all registered trademarks).

         Proactively contributed to new technology development for powder paint coating on wood particle board; achieved USA and China patent, and launched technology with China vendors.

         Leveraged SolidWorks software to reduce product development time by 100% through electronic 3-D models, electronic prototyping and testing using FEA (finite element analysis), and generating data for CNC prototyping and soft tooling.

         Expedited graphics development for packaging and instruction sheets by 200%.

         Exercised proven leadership talents in recruiting, hiring, training, managing and evaluating staff.

         Assiduously steered quality control and assurance throughout complete product development process inclusive of tooling, graphics, product testing, drafting and design.

         Successfully identified and selected Chinese facilities to double overall production efficiency, and established cohesive relationships with overseas personnel.

         Strategically collaborated with sales, marketing and manufacturing departments to rapidly bring new products to market and secure accounts with major customers.

 

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Abrisa Inc., Santa Paula, CA, 2006 to 2007

Director of Research & Development   

         Expanded glass fabrication business with existing customers by implementing Class 100 cleanroom from start to finish, and introducing screen printing technology to enhance product competitiveness.

         Boosted production throughput 25% by implementing new state-of-the-art glass cutting machine and launching lean manufacturing concepts.

         Streamlined WIP (work in progress) by effectively restructuring floor layout of glass cutting department. 

         Strengthened quality control and assurance by initiating SPC control to precisely monitor cut parts.

         Played instrumental role in driving revenue growth by actively collaborating with sales and manufacturing in developing winning proposals to capture new business.

 

Holga Inc., Division of Hon Industries, Van Nuys, CA, 1993 to 2006

Vice President of Engineering 

         Instituted use of Pro/E and SolidWorks applications to enhance operations for metal office furniture manufacturer.

         Achieved countless process improvements through introduction of CNC turret punching, paperless engineering system for drawings and CNC data, and electronic quoting system for projects.

         Championed development and patents for numerous new products encompassing lateral and vertical filing cabinets, shelving, and mobile aisle systems.

         Exhibited outstanding organizational skills in overseeing quality control, customer service, tooling, FEA, plastic part design, and new product development and testing; contributed to daily lean events and team efforts.

         Partnered with sales and marketing to optimize product appeal and customer interest.

         Effectively negotiated strategic alliance with European company to leverage their technology.

 

 

Earlier Experience:

 

Engineering Development Mgr., Price Pfister, division of Black & Decker, Pacoima, CA, 1991 to 1993

 

Senior Project Engineer, Belcan Inc., Burbank, CA, 1988 to 1990

 

Project Engineer, Australian Value Management, Sydney, Australia, 1987 to 1988

 

Project Engineer, Devtec Ltd., Dublin, Ireland, 1984 to 1987

 

 

Master s in Mechanical Engineering, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland

 

Bachelor s in Mechanical Engineering, College of Technology, Dublin, Ireland

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Hiring Agent Name

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Address

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Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a <insert job title/position> capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

I bring to you exceptional academic credentials, proficiency in engineering design, and a proven blend of technical acumen and management expertise. To complement these qualifications, I offer solid product development, quality assurance, staff leadership, and problem solving abilities which have directly contributed to excellent revenue gains and process improvements for my employers.

 

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a driven professional and stellar leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance and a proactive work ethic. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to <insert name of company>, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Date

 

 

Interviewer s Name

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Company Name

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Dear__________________:

 

It was a pleasure (speaking with you/meeting with you) on [insert date here]. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the time you spent with me, as well as to express my appreciation for the information you offered. I am still very interested in the [insert name of position] position, and I am convinced that it is the right job for me. I feel my background and qualifications prepare me well for the responsibilities we discussed.

 

The position as you described it to me would combine my strong skills in [insert two skills or qualities here].  This would allow me to make the same valuable contribution to your organization as I ve made to my past employers a win-win proposition for both of us.

 

(Choose one of the two paragraphs below, depending on whether or not you have, or have not yet, interviewed with the person)

 

(I am eager to meet with you in person to further discuss my background and qualifications. Please feel free to contact me at the above phone number so we can continue the discussion we began over the telephone.)

 

(Again, thank you for considering my qualifications. I enjoyed our talk, and am available at any time to provide you with any more information you may need. I look forward to hearing your decision.)

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy