Aaron Monje

Experience

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  Glenair - Microway Systems Division

  Sept 1997 - Feb 2000

  Project Engineer

  • Supported production build and testing of specialized micro-miniature connectors and cable harnesses for military and aerospace applications per MIL-DTL-83513.• Collaborated with outside customers in integration of cable and wiring harnesses into final application.• Created and documented manufacturing processes and instrument operating procedures.• Established and facilitated Microway employee training program.

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  ITW Technology Center

  Feb 2000 - Jun 2007

  Sr. Project Engineer

  • Facilitated Value Analysis/Engineering projects targeting new product development and product and process cost reduction and improvements.; implemented tools such as pFMEA, dFMEA, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Assembly (DFA) methods.• Developed proprietary airflow amplifying pump used to fill and evacuate containers generating $ 160,000 in annual revenue and 29% cost savings over previous design.• Optimized fastener forming processes, solved quality issues, and developed new designs and progressions using DEFORM simulation software.• Investigated new technology, material, and process alternatives and determined their applicability to business unit operations.• Conducted customer focus group studies and assisted business units in devising focused problem definition statements in order to prioritize product development projects. Show less

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  Precor

  Jun 2007 - Apr 2019

  Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

  • Maintained and improved manufacturing process departments and assembly lines of premium cardio fitness equipment containing significant electromechanical content; championed continuous improvement efforts focusing on areas such as quality, BOM costs, and workflow and process efficiency.• Created new operation and maintenance plans and operator work instructions for powder coating process equipment and product assembly; championed development and documentation of new welding and powder coating process validation procedures, as well as powder coating performance specifications.• Managed strategic New Product Introduction (NPI) projects through Precor's product development stage-gate process; most notably, the successful launch of new commercial elliptical and treadmill products with forecasted annual revenues of $ 24MM.• Secured over $ 4.1MM of funding for capital equipment by specifying project benefits, researching and establishing functional and performance requirements, calculating return on investment and optimizing floor plan layouts.• Successfully led planning and installation of CNC machining centers, robotic welding cells, and automated powder coating systems through coordination of Facilities and Maintenance department, external vendors and closely managing project budget and schedule. Show less

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  Ormco

  Jan 2020 - Jun 2022

  Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

  Champions the manufacturability of innovative line of orthodontic products and accountable for key operations related deliverables such as equipment and process validation, quality, and manufacturing plan within a medical device regulated environment (ISO 13485).• Review, author, and execute equipment qualification protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) for Swiss-type automatic lathe and 7-stage anodizing station for titanium mini-screw anchorage system.• Develop, characterize and document process for new anodizing equipment; manage instrument calibration required for validation; procure supplies and equipment necessary for start-up and production.• Coordinate with equipment manufacturers and facilities and maintenance teams to establish equipment preventative maintenance schedules and to ensure proper utility requirements are installed.• Implemented SPC techniques to confirm stability of machining process of critical mini-screw dimensions.• Design arrangement and layout of machines and equipment for new factory floorplan.• Update drawings and manufacturing process routers in order to accurately reflect labor cost center routings and improve on-time-delivery (OTD) KPI. Show less

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  Singer Vehicle Design

  Jun 2022 - now

  Define and optimize manufacturing process for final assembly operations of bespoke air-cooled Porsche 911 commissions.• Advise and coach junior engineers, technicians, and interns on engineering best practices and lean manufacturing principles.• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and document manufacturing issues and solutions in order to support daily operations and meet quality standards.• Developed and documented initial change management and Engineering Change Order (ECO) process.• Author and review drafts of final assembly work instructions in Dozuki publishing platform.• Evaluate manufacturing BOM requests for accuracy and subsequently prepare and submit requests through formalized process.• Act as manufacturing engineering representative at Material Review Board (MRB) meetings to review, evaluate, and disposition non-conforming material, parts, and assemblies.• Member of team tasked with capturing time study information of final assembly processes used to re-balance line to current standard. Show less

  • Senior Manufacturing Engineer

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Program Manager - Manufacturing and Operations

    Jan 2023 - Apr 2024

  • Manufacturing Engineer III

    Jun 2022 - Jan 2023