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ALEX WANI

Engineering
Windsor,Canada

Summary

Highly motivated and dedicated job seeker with strong aptitude for organization, seeking entry-level Quality Engineering position. Committed to contributing to success of team and helping company achieve its goals. Excited to apply skills and passion for quality engineering to make positive impact in dynamic work environment.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Specialist

Valiant Machine & Tool
01.2019 - 12.2024
  • Implemented and led multiple quality improvement projects to enhance product quality and reduce defects
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify trends and implemented improvements resulting in a high percentage increase in customer satisfaction
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and streamline quality control processes, with Customer 8D
  • Participated in product design reviews to ensure quality requirements are met
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement
  • Approve and reject incoming materials from Vendors that do not confirm with customer specifications
  • Developed and delivered training programs on quality assurance principles, increasing employee understanding and adherence to quality standards
  • Developed and maintained quality documents and records
  • Performed root cause analysis of quality issues and developed corrective action plans through 8D
  • Investigated customer complaints and developed strategies to address quality issues
  • Analyzed quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
  • Lead and participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction
  • Acted as a liaison between every department in a Company from the start of a projects to finish including Customers

MECHANICAL DESIGNER - BODY IN WHITE (CLOSURE HANG)

Valiant Machine & Tool
06.2014 - 01.2019
  • Design fixture tools for automotive body parts assembly/ Closure hangs line (Robot End of arm Tools, Power Roll Bed, GEO tools, Manual Fixtures, Door and Tail Gate Hinges fixtures)
  • Prepare layout and detail drawings of design as required to project timelines
  • Develop creative and innovative engineered solutions that meet or exceed customer requirements
  • Solving problems for design failure, revisions Engineering Changes Notices (ECN) or follow up the customer requirements
  • Managed and tracked design changes to ensure timely delivery
  • Participated in design reviews to ensure design meets customer requirements
  • Developed detailed bill of materials for mechanical components
  • Built and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of components
  • Developed 3D CAD models of complex mechanical components using Inventor, and FIDES
  • Conducted design reviews with cross-functional teams to ensure design meets requirements
  • Responsible to pull the product from Ford Data base Teamcenter, to prepare Processing, DPA and Designs reviews
  • Prepare kits instructions to Manufacturing team, Installation service team per customers requirement
  • Travel for Service field Check to Support Installation team at the Customer plant

MECHANICAL DESIGNER - AUTOMATION

Valiant Machine & Tool
06.2012 - 06.2014
  • Design Washer and Leak-Test Machines to wash and test engine blocks at various levels of machining, with a wide variety of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical components are used to build these machines
  • Assigned responsibility for creating Dimensional Drawings, Main Assembly Drawings, Part Drawings, and completing the Bill of Materials for Tools and Units final release
  • Designed drip trays, buffers, frames, brackets, fixture tables, end-of-arm tools, seals for cylinder heads, transmission blocks, engine blocks, and robot bases
  • Designed fixtures for vision and marking systems and sensor brackets
  • Provided working instructions for shop builders, control components, and presentation (Kits Instructions)
  • Investigated design-related issues and developed effective solutions by creating new designs to enhance existing jobs
  • Modified designs requiring revisions to meet new requirements and conducted root cause analysis to enhance efficiency while ensuring quality standards
  • Edited existing product designs to improve performance and reliability

WAREHOUSE WORKER

SCM (Supply Chain Management)
11.2011 - 05.2012
  • Maintaining computerized warehouse systems and keeping a clean and safe work environment
  • Followed instructions are given at the start of a shift by a group leader complete the physical ability test
  • Picked all orders with 100% accuracy, despite high speeds
  • Prepared receiving reports and other paperwork for non-conforming material
  • Unloaded incoming material from trucks by opening crates, boxes, cartons or bags and stocking material in the correct labeled areas such as shelves, cabinets, racks and drawers
  • Participated in regular meetings to discuss performance metrics, challenges, and improvement opportunities

General Laborer

City Of Windsor
04.2010 - 10.2011
  • Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
  • Maintained clean and safe facilities, ensuring a welcoming environment for all park users.
  • Improved highway safety by conducting regular inspections and promptly addressing identified issues on city limits.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.

ASSEMBLER

TRW Automotive
06.2008 - 05.2010
  • Work on assembly breaks line, (install Front and rear Cross-members, ABS systems, Steering wheels component, Rack and pinions, shaft) all suspensions
  • Expert knowledge and use of power tools, soldering irons or guns, presses, vices, drill presses, testers, tube cutters, benders, grinders, and fixtures
  • Conducted regular quality control checks of all equipment and processes
  • Maintained inventory by checking stock to determine supply levels, placing and tracking orders, and verifying receipt of supplies
  • Inspected parts to ensure that they meet specific engineering instructions
  • Cleaned and maintained the assembly line appropriately

General Laborer

PSI PreStressed System Inc.
04.2005 - 09.2005
  • Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
  • Feed steel helical wires in core frame for pre-tension.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Contributed to a clean work environment by performing daily job site cleanup tasks, promoting overall safety standards.
  • Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements.

Education

ADVANCED DIPLOMA - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING & AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCT DESIGN

St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
Windsor, ON
12.2011

Skills

  • Blueprints Comprehension
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Workflow Regulation
  • 8D Root Cause Analysis
  • 5 Why Analysis
  • CATIA V5
  • FIDES
  • Ford
  • Chrysler
  • Quality Control
  • Supplier Management
  • Automation
  • Product Inspection
  • Powered Hand Tools
  • Inventory Management
  • Corrective Action Method
  • Problem Solving
  • Autodesk
  • Microsoft Office
  • GM
  • Leadership
  • Process Improvement
  • Mechanical Design
  • Teamwork

Timeline

Quality Specialist

Valiant Machine & Tool
01.2019 - 12.2024

MECHANICAL DESIGNER - BODY IN WHITE (CLOSURE HANG)

Valiant Machine & Tool
06.2014 - 01.2019

MECHANICAL DESIGNER - AUTOMATION

Valiant Machine & Tool
06.2012 - 06.2014

WAREHOUSE WORKER

SCM (Supply Chain Management)
11.2011 - 05.2012

General Laborer

City Of Windsor
04.2010 - 10.2011

ASSEMBLER

TRW Automotive
06.2008 - 05.2010

General Laborer

PSI PreStressed System Inc.
04.2005 - 09.2005

ADVANCED DIPLOMA - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING & AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCT DESIGN

St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
ALEX WANIEngineering