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Resume of ZXV
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EXPERTISE AND SERVICES
Electronics, Semiconductors Automation, Robotics ExpertExpertise in high tech business management, product and organizational innovation, capital equipment, automation of electronics and semiconductors, product and organizational strategy, product portfolio development for automation equipment, cost reduction, inventory controls, project management, quoting tools, organizational processes, international business relations, contract review, technical negotiation, manage through growth and downturn, and constructing a flexible long-term company.
Extensive knowledge regarding automotive electronics, medical sensors, semiconductor, consumer electronics, opto-electronic manufacturing, machine design and robotics.
Additional experience and specialization includes process optimization, factory automation, capital equipment efficiency, manufacturing optimization, factory cost savings, process audit, factory layout, manufacturing efficiency expert, design for manufacturing, design for automation, DFM, DFA, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, equipment payback, Industrial Engineering, and budget control.
Automation Industry expertise includes:
Measurement Lasers: Use of Keyence laser height sensors to measure surface contour and product tolerances down to about 10 microns. Sensors were mounted either on the end of a robot arm or stationary measuring product. This consultant has measured plastic and metal materials, as well as beads of adhesive, and understands the challenges of surface contour and composition as they relate to laser measurement.
Conveyors: This consultant managed a product line of PCB conveyors for many years, integrating many flat belt conveyors from various makers. This consultant precisely located products on the conveyor in order to perform assembly or measurement operations.
Measurement systems, methodology: This consultant directed calibration and setup procedures for the systems manufactured, providing comprehensive data to ensure the systems met Six-Sigma standards for performance. This consultant is adept at leading a group through an error budget diagram and developing a calibration or setup procedure to control each error. Related capabilities include use setup gauges, and calibration to NIST standards to ensure machine results. This consultant reinforces basic understanding of the system, and details such as conveyor belt thickness, to ensure accurate results. This consultant has extensive background in troubleshooting measurement systems.
Other areas of specialty include equipment safety, workplace safety, OSHA, machine safety, industrial product safety, operator hazards, automation safety, automated equipment operation, machine guarding, equipment standards, safety standards, human factors, robot safety, industrial product manager, industrial marketing, technical marketing, capital equipment marketing, industrial advertising, industrial trade show, and innovative demonstration.
Highly experienced in areas including contract review, contract approval, technical negotiation, contract negotiation, technical specification dispute, contract liability, equipment negotiation, equipment contract, and supplier agreements.
Additionally, this consultant offers expertise related to business startup, entrepreneurial, growth management, business plan, business process, startup organization, venture capital, and business process maps
PRINCIPAL INDUSTRIES SERVED
Automation, Automotive Electronics, Medical, Semiconductor, Consumer Electronics
EDUCATION
M.B.A., Regis University, Denver, CO
B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Consultant, Kevin Kennedy & Associates, Inc.
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Providing expertise in mechanical engineering, high tech business management consulting, electronics and semiconductors automation, machine design and robotics, and related expertise to a wide variety of clients.
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Director, Operations, Electronics Assembly Firm
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Was operations officer for 130-person business unit with $40 million annual sales in capital equipment for the electronics industry. Challenges included merging 3 different product lines, business processes, and personnel through a period of product maturity and explosive sales levels. Was responsible for 26 people in Materials, Manufacturing, Project Management, and Quality Products and services ranged from complete custom equipment to high-volume commodity items. Tasked with implementing a quality program where none existed before. Directed activity to improve compliance with ISO 9000.
Director, Operations, Odd Form and Final Assembly Division, Universal Instruments Corp., Binghamton, NY
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Was responsible for all aspects of a 48-person strategic business unit including Engineering, Applications, Technical Support, Materials, and Manufacturing. $15 million annual sales revenue in automation and material handling capital equipment. Implemented formal project management that took a start-up group to self-sustaining profitability. Earnings doubled in one year on lower overall sales - largely a result of process improvements, better management of the quote-to-order process, and project management program. Financial profit/loss responsibility required regular review of operating cash flow. Successfully tied earnings to project-related financial reporting, making cost control possible. Oversight of China material sourcing for cost reduction, resulting in $100K/year savings.
Business Development Manager, Universal Instruments Corp., Chicago, IL
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Tasked with heading up a regional start-up group to support local customers. Was responsible for growing customer sales activity, selecting and managing local engineering and technician resources, and maintaining a profitable bottom line. Quoted, won, and managed $4 million worth of automation equipment business with local customers. Became familiar with the challenges of business operations outside of corporate headquarters.
Product Manager, Universal Instruments Corp., Binghamton, NY
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Product Management responsibility included PCB board handling and robotic assembly equipment product lines for Universal’s Odd Form and Final Assembly Division. Managed a team of 7 people in the functions of Applications Engineering, Technical Support, Technical Publications, Training, and Marketing. Successfully managed several product launches, including the Polaris Assembly Cell that moved Universal into new markets and increased existing market share. Headed up account management and proposal generation for a large automotive electronics supplier, resulting in orders worth several million dollars. Created and brought several unique products to market by identifying market niches and incorporating customer feedback. Directed Engineering development and resource management priorities. Created quoting tools and configurators for Application Engineers, reducing the quoting response time and increasing efficiency. Independently developed 3D animation and simulation tools for concept visualization.
Application Engineer, Universal Instruments Corp., Binghamton, NY
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Provided Application Engineering support in the newly-formed Odd Form and Final Assembly Division for a top supplier of automated electronic assembly equipment. Duties included determining a customer’s evolving technical needs and adapting existing products to meet those needs. Assisted with the development of new equipment specifications and performance requirements. Served as project manager for new platform and an advisory role for engineering enhancements. Marketing and promotional duties included writing brochures, competitive analysis, trade show support, and designing innovative demonstrations of product capability (Lego“ assembly project). Project management roles involved coordinating engineering design, manufacturing schedules, and customer correspondence for several multi-million dollar accounts. International customer experience by working closely with European and Asian customers. Supported sales force with training, presentations, and application proposals.
Field Engineer, Universal Instruments Corp., Binghamton, NY
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Duties included installation, troubleshooting, and customer relations for capital assembly equipment. Familiar with electromechanical drive systems, vision systems, and computer-controlled machinery.
Engineering Intern, F.P. Rosback Co., St. Joseph, MI
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Total of 8 months full-time experience at automated machinery manufacturer for the printing and bookbinding industry, including production design changes, R&D assistance, and drafting.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
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MGMT 506 Marketing for Managers, State University of New York, Binghamton, NY
Design for Six Sigma, Green belt, Universal Instruments Corporation, Binghamton, NY
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
IPC Technical Program Committee board member
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