Maria Antonieta Ochoa Vejar

Experience

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  Teledyne Technologies Incorporated

  Jun 2000 - Jan 2004

  Quality Engineer

  I was the Quality Engineer in charge of the Quality Control Department and Document Control.

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  Esterline Power Systems (Leach)

  Mar 2005 - Dec 2021

  Sr Quality Engineer - Principal Quality Engineer

  Quality Management System (QMS) Enhancement: Led QMS improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in KPIs. Developed and implemented internal audit processes, coordinated crossdepartmental process enhancements, and prepared for external audits.Training and Development Programs: Designed and delivered training for internal auditors, soldering processes (IPC 610, JSTD00l), and document control (ITAR compliance). Trained and evaluated personnel, improving operational efficiency and compliance.Continuous Improvement and Reporting: Led continuous improvement initiatives for products, processes, and procedures. Coordinated corrective actions and MRB activities, and generated monthly reports on FPY, corrective action effectiveness, and MRB results for senior management.Achievements:Reduced Customer Complaints: Successfully decreased annual customer complaints from 21 to 3, enhancing overall client satisfaction and retention.Minimized Annual Scrap: Achieved a significant reduction in monthly scrap from $135K to $35K, resulting in substantial cost savings and improved operational efficiency.Enhanced First Pass Yield (FPY): Increased FPY in final inspection from 88% to 95%, meeting the target and ensuring higher product quality and consistency. عرض أقل

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  Benchmark

  Dec 2020 - Dec 2021

  Quality Engineer II

  Ensured Compliance and Quality Assurance: Effectively flowed down customer requirements to the New Product Introduction (NPI) team and Quality Systems to ensure compliance with industry standards. Actively participated in customer meetings and was in charge of customer audits to uphold quality standards and foster client relationships.Developed and Implemented Quality Control Procedures: Created and maintained essential documents, including flow charts, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), control plans, and work instructions. Spearheaded the creation and updating of quality system procedures and training documentation to enhance operational understanding and effectiveness.Coordinated and Improved Assembly Processes: Coordinated with the NPI team for the assignment of quality codes, resolved issues during assembly processes, and validated first runs. Led a team to improve processes through key performance metrics such as First Pass Yield (FPY) and Rolled Throughput Yield (RTY), ensuring continuous improvement and operational efficiency.Achievements:All tasks and activities assigned were completed based on Gantt.Successfully completed all assigned tasks and activities on time using Gantt charts. عرض أقل

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  Johanson Dielectrics, Inc.

  Dec 2021 - Jun 2024

  Senior Quality Engineer - Acting QA Manager

  Introduced Risk Analysis Methodologies Across All Levels: Successfully implemented risk analysis thinking at all organizational levels, ensuring comprehensive understanding and application of risk management principles throughout the company.Developed and Implemented SPC with Engineering Quality Team: Analyzed and enhanced processes to implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) in collaboration with the Engineering Quality team, resulting in improved process stability and product quality.Created and Managed PFMEAs, DFMEAs, Control Plans, and OCAPs: Led the creation and maintenance of Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEAs), Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEAs), Control Plans, and Out of Control Action Plans (OCAPs) to support the Engineering team, ensuring robust quality assurance and risk mitigation.Managed internal audits and the implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), significantly reducing merchandise returns. My proactive approach ensured compliance with industry standards and enhanced overall operational efficiency, leading to improved customer satisfaction and reduced operational costs.Achievements:Successfully obtained and maintained AS9100 and ISO 14001 certifications for both Tijuana, Mexico, and Camarillo, CA sites, ensuring compliance and quality standards.Increased yield in the plating process from 40% to 75% by identify and implement KPI’s, significantly improving production efficiency.Achieved cost reduction of $1,200 per month through effective calibration processes, demonstrating strong financial and operational management skills عرض أقل