Daniel Manning

Experience

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  Mikronite Technologies

  Oct 2003 - Jan 2008

  Senior Engineer

  -Developed patented metal polishing and strengthening technology utilized in automotive, industrial, and medical industries.-Designed and implemented a chilled air cooling system which reduced process times by 30%-Developed processing media to increase strengths of metal up to 75% - patent pending.-Commissioned first machinery to be placed internationally – trained personnel and performed qualifications-Provided sales and technical presentations to prospective customers.

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  GE Healthcare

  Jan 2008 - Jun 2014

  Senior Mechanical Engineer

  Lead cross-functional teams through the complete development and delivery cycle for cellular imaging products used in research and pharmaceutical markets. Ensure the timely completion of each project element and achievement of all specifications, including budget requirements. In a constantly changing environment with substantial internal and external pressure, provide the leadership, balance, negotiation, guidance, problem solving and decision-making essential to delivering top quality results. Key Contributions:-In the role of Lead System Designer, efficiently managed on-time delivery of complex product with multiple teams working in the US and UK.-Directed in-depth quality review for key product (IN Cell 2000), identifying and removing the top 5 component failures through design changes. This success led to the establishment of a monthly quality review for all Cell Technology products.-Delivered total of 3 new instruments on time and within budget (2009-2012).-Serve as a central figure in service training, remote/global support efforts, product demonstrations. -Regarded internally as product expert and go-to resource in solving product challenges. -Avoid costly service calls and maintain customer satisfaction by providing top-tier customer support across global time zones with a 24-hour response time.-Global partner in interpretation of Quality Management System process and best practices regarding OEM projects, balancing requirements with business imperatives. Show less

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  Ingersoll Rand

  Jun 2014 - Sept 2015

  Sr. Product Engineer

  Lead engineering efforts to support products throughout the product lifecycle. Concurrently manage multiple fast paced VAVE projects, rapid response projects and product iterations. Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for products that experience development and field failures. Assist global teams in China and India to implementation design and manufacturing changes.

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  Corning Incorporated

  Nov 2015 - now

  Lead cross functional teams in the development of bioprocess equipment including single use consumables for GMP environments.Key Contributions:-Developed the Ascent Fixed Bed Bioreactor System which included requirements management, prototype development, Industrial design, supplier management, V&V-Novel design of single use scaled fixed bed reactors via thermoforming-Fluid and particle modeling to create uniform cell growth and reduces shear-Developed novel cell harvest process delivering >90% cell yield of viable cells from the reactor-Ascent sales exceeded $1MM in first year Show less

  • Product Design Manager

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Product Development Engineer

    Nov 2015 - Jun 2024