Kristy Orchard
Data Scientist, IBM Certified
Ottawa,ON
Summary
An innovative problem solver with 16+ years of industrial engineering and data analysis experience with a proven ability to make sound data-driven decisions resulting in a reduction in inefficiencies and waste; a reduction in cost; and an overall improvement in product quality. Familiar with gathering data from a multitude of sources; combining, cleaning and organizing the data such that it can be analyzed using statistical and analytical techniques; and used to identify patterns, make recommendations, and implement thorough and reliable solutions. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations, assignments and challenges.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Principal Product Engineer/Senior Data Analyst
Abbott Point of Care
Ottawa, Ontario
09.2021 - Current
- Used business objects, business intelligence and other reporting tools to extract data from data solutions and data warehouses.
- Analyzed large amounts of data to identify trends and find patterns, signals and hidden stories within data.
- Leveraged text, charts and graphs to communicate findings in understandable format.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Interpreted business questions and collaborated with engineering teams to identify data sources.
- Performed root-cause analysis on data-related system problems to recommend or execute corrective action.
- Assessed large datasets, drew valid inferences and prepared insights in narrative or visual forms.
- Managed key tasks and resources to achieve cost, schedule and strategic growth initiatives.
- Mapped process activities to identify shortfalls and propose options to rectify operational inefficiencies.
- Collaborated with scientists, engineers, product managers and direct manufacturing labor within manufacturing, research and development, regulatory affairs and quality assurance. departments to respond to questions and concerns regarding project details.
- Coached newly hired employees and interns while observing progress and delegating tasks.
Principal Design Quality Engineer
Abbott Point of Care
Ottawa, Ontario
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
- Provided support for internal and external audits.
- Participated in large data reviews for clinical studies.
Senior Product Engineer/Senior Data Analyst
Abbott Point of Care
Ottawa, Ontario
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Developed manufacturing processes by studying product requirements and researching, designing, modifying and testing manufacturing methods.
- Tested completed projects for functionality and implemented changes to production methods to rectify issues in final products.
- Prepared product and process reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends.
- Drove continuous improvement culture in engineering to provide clear product design standards, improve manufacturability through enhanced documentation and reduce engineering cycle time.
- Applied comprehensive understanding of high-volume manufacturing processes and materials to optimize designs.
- Led continuous improvements in engineering, resulting in clearer product design standards, better manufacturability and reduced engineering cycle time.
Process Engineer/Junior Data Analyst
Abbott Point of Care
Ottawa, Ontario
06.2006 - 01.2018
- Held Associate, Intermediate and Senior Process Engineer roles in Print Engineering, Wafer Fabrication Engineering and New Product Introduction teams between June 2006 and January 2018
- Established project schedules and monitored tasks to meet milestones during each phase.
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
- Developed documentation, diagrams and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards.
- Prepared scope of work documentation for use in project planning
- Drove cost savings through improved productivity, material utilization improvements and by optimizing labor.
- Collaborated with technologists to address operating issues and support rapid recovery.
- Analyzed critical line data to make recommendations for improvement.
- Reviewed processes, identifying areas requiring improvement.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Queen's University
Kingston, ON 09.2001 - 04.2005
Skills
Data quality assurance processes
Technical Writing
Process Mapping
Project Management
Data Science
Data analysis
Advanced problem solving
Six Sigma expertise
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Excellent Communication
Dependable and reliable
Self-Motivated
Critical Thinking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Decision-Making
Design of experiments
Probability and statistics
Flexible and Adaptable
Accomplishments
- Nominated for participation in and successful completion of the Abbott Engineering Development Program in 2022; a program designed to develop Abbott’s top talent in management, communication and technical skills.
- Recipient of an Abbott Point of Care (APOC) President’s Award in 2019 for identifying the root cause of a cartridge fluidic issue and implementing controls to prevent the use of non-conforming plastic components and filter paper. This resulted in an annual cost savings of approximately $300,000.
- Recipient of an APOC Divisional Vice President’s Award in 2017 for implementing an automated screening process to identify lots with elevated Sodium sensor variability an remove non-conforming chips from production use. This resulted in an annual cost savings of approximately $600,000.
- Winner of APOC's Abbott Day of Science in 2015 for presenting the theoretical and actual results of implementing a change to the topography of the Immuno bead print site. This change resulted in a die yield improvement equating to an annual savings of $100,000.
- Recipient of an APOC President’s Award in 2012 for implementing a change to a the ammonium print solution solvent system which eliminated crystallization of the printed membrane. This resulted in an annual cost savings of approximately $50,000.
Certification
Lean/Six Sigma Certification
Work Availability
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Quote
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Timeline
IBM Data Science Professional Certificate
08-2022
Principal Product Engineer/Senior Data Analyst
Abbott Point of Care
09.2021 - Current
Principal Design Quality Engineer
Abbott Point of Care
12.2020 - 09.2021
Senior Product Engineer/Senior Data Analyst
Abbott Point of Care
01.2018 - 12.2020
Lean/Six Sigma Certification
08-2017
Process Engineer/Junior Data Analyst
Abbott Point of Care
06.2006 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Queen's University
09.2001 - 04.2005