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Maria Gonzalez

Senior Quality Engineer at General Electric (GE) Aviation

Summary

A highly analytical and results-driven Quality Engineer with 6 years of experience in the manufacturing sector, specializing in implementing robust quality control systems and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Proven expertise in Six Sigma methodologies, statistical process control, and root cause analysis to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and optimize operational efficiency. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and deliver superior product performance. Enthusiastic about leveraging data-driven insights to achieve operational excellence.

Experience

Senior Quality EngineerGeneral Electric (GE) Aviation
Dallas, TXJun 2021Present
  • Led root cause analysis for critical defects in aircraft engine components, reducing customer reported issues by 18% within the first year through improved inspection protocols.
  • Implemented Statistical Process Control (SPC) for 5 key manufacturing lines, decreasing process variability by 25% and cutting scrap rates by 15%, saving over $150K annually.
Quality EngineerHoneywell Aerospace
Phoenix, AZJun 2017Jun 2021
  • Developed and executed FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) for 8 new product introductions, preventing 12 potential design flaws before production launch.
  • Reduced rework costs by 10% annually ($80K) by optimizing inspection plans and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Projects

Automated Defect Tracking System Implementation
Mar 2022Sep 2022
  • Designed and implemented an automated defect tracking system, reducing manual data entry time by 40% for quality inspectors.
Supplier Quality Improvement Program
Jan 2020Dec 2020
  • Led a cross-functional team to establish a robust supplier quality assessment program for 10 critical vendors, improving incoming material quality by 15%.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Project
Jan 2023Nov 2023
  • Completed Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification project focused on reducing cycle time in a critical manufacturing process by 20%.
  • Utilized advanced statistical tools (DOE, ANOVA) to optimize process parameters, leading to a 5% reduction in energy consumption.
  • Generated an estimated annual cost savings of $250K through process optimization and waste reduction initiatives.

Education

Texas A&M UniversityBachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering
College Station, TXAug 2013May 2017
  • Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.8/4.0.
  • Awarded the Industrial Engineering Departmental Scholarship for academic excellence.
  • Participated in the Engineers for a Sustainable World student chapter, focusing on sustainable manufacturing practices.

Publications

Skills

Quality Methodologies
Six Sigma (Green Belt Certified)Lean ManufacturingStatistical Process Control (SPC)FMEACAPA8D Problem SolvingRoot Cause AnalysisGage R&R
Data Analysis & Tools
MinitabJMPRPython (Pandas, NumPy)Advanced ExcelPower BITableau
Regulatory & Standards
ISO 9001AS9100GMPFDA Regulations (21 CFR Part 820)PPAPAPQP
Process Improvement
Value Stream MappingKaizen5SProcess Flow AnalysisDesign of Experiments (DOE)Supplier Quality Management
Software & Systems
SAP QMMasterControlJiraConfluenceMS Office SuiteSharePoint