Alex Whittle

Experience

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  Apsm Systems

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2008

  ISO Coordinator

  Improved the following processes by eliminating non-value add activities: calibration, document control, receiving inspection, internal auditing, material review, document control, and Corrective/Preventive action.Implemented the Quality Module in the ERP System Global Shop Solutions.Aided in Internal Audits and Internal Auditor Training.Aided in the ISO9001 Assessment Audits.Managed the Calibration System.

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  SUMCO

  Mar 2008 - Nov 2008

  Quality Control Technician

  Team leader of a 16-person “Pit Crew” designed to improve the Laser Inspection area. We identified 2 quality issues and resolved them by improving the tooling and handling of product.Continuously monitored SPC data with the Quality Engineer to identify trends and implement corrective and preventive actions as necessary.I was part of a cost reduction initiative in the packaging department. We identified a more economical shipping material that met our customer requirements.Implemented and enforced 5S activities and initiatives.Audited multiple production processes and identified corrective and preventive actions.Actively involved in yield and throughput improvement projects. Show less

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  Phoenix Logistics, Inc.

  Nov 2008 - Apr 2017

  • Plans, coordinates, and directs a department responsible for quality control programsdesigned to ensure continuous production of products consistent with establishedstandards.• Works with cross functional groups such as Engineering, Materials, and Operations toestablish and to achieve business objectives.• Directly supervises quality associates. Responsible for the overall direction,coordination, and evaluation of the department.• Maintenance and upgrade of the Quality Management System as embodied in the QualityManual.• Act as the Management Representative for all Quality Management Systems, resolvequality management issues with top management.• Responsible for evaluation and resolution of customer/vendor quality issues.• Develop and implement the Quality systems necessary to support the growth of theCompany.• Continuous reporting of the status of the Quality System to proactively address theorganization’s Quality needs.• ISO/AS reviews and re-certifications.• Perform other related duties as required. Show less • Plans, coordinates, and directs a department responsible for quality control programsdesigned to ensure continuous production of products consistent with establishedstandards.• Works with cross functional groups such as Engineering, Materials, and Operations toestablish and to achieve business objectives.• Directly supervises quality associates. Responsible for the overall direction,coordination, and evaluation of the department.• Maintenance and upgrade of the Quality Management System as embodied in the QualityManual.• Act as the Management Representative for all Quality Management Systems, resolvequality management issues with top management.• Responsible for evaluation and resolution of customer/vendor quality issues.• Develop and implement the Quality systems necessary to support the growth of theCompany.• Continuous reporting of the status of the Quality System to proactively address theorganization’s Quality needs.• ISO/AS reviews and re-certifications.• Perform other related duties as required. Show less - Improved the First Article Process by implementing the FAI Module in the ERP/MRP System. The new process owned by the Quality Department resulted in a yearly cost savings of approximately $4,500.- Implemented a semi-automated electronic Supplier Scorecard process in the ERP/MRP System.- Improved the Return Material Authorization process in the ERP/MRP System by eliminating non-value added activities and documenting the process flow.- As a project leader of the “IP Team” (Integrated Product Team) I exceeded the schedule compliance goal of 95% on our assigned projects. - Implemented the Internal Audit Process in the ERP/MRP System.- Improved the Supplier Returns transactions to properly communicate with the Finance department.- Reduced Boeing customer source inspection time by 50% through streamlining the process and removing non-value added activities.- Successfully co-hosted ISO 9001 and AS9102 Re-certification and assessment audits.- Successfully lead Material Review Meetings and Root Cause and Corrective Action analysis investigations.- Continuously write and update departmental work instructions and operating procedures.- Create and manage the Internal Audit schedule.- Initiate, investigate, and process material returns.- Assist with receiving, in-process, and final inspection as needed.- Review, interpret, and implement customer quality requirements during contract/sales order review.- Continuously review internal processes to ensure their conformity to customer and AS9100 requirements.- Train team members intra and interdepartmentally as needed.- Lead Quality Team meetings as needed. Show less Implemented the Document Control System in the ERP/MRP software.Improved the Corrective/Preventive automated system by implementing an electronic workflow.Implemented 5S methodologies in the Receiving Inspection department.Reduced paper processing by approximately 70% in the Receiving Inspection department by implementing the Supplier Portal where suppliers load their shipment documentation.Implemented the Calibration Control System in the ERP/MRP software, making the process automated and compliant to AS9100 and Customer calibration requirements. Show less

  • Quality Director

    May 2016 - Apr 2017

  • Quality Manager

    Oct 2011 - May 2016

  • Sr. Quality Analyst

    Nov 2010 - Nov 2011

  • Quality Analyst/Special Projects Coordinator

    Nov 2008 - Nov 2010
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  Alex Audits, LLC

  Jan 2016 - now

  President, Certified Lead ISO9001 and AS9100 Auditor

  QMS Certificate No. 131100AQMS Certificate No. 1719031469

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  Scarla Consulting Group

  Sept 2018 - Dec 2022

  Consultant / Lead Auditor

  * Implementing/Auditing ISO/AS Business Management Systems.* Helping organizations increase productivity, manage lean systems, and meet customer/regulatory requirements through process approach auditing and consulting. * Develop and maintain internal audit/training programs for manufacturing plants, software development and service based firms.

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  Eros an Care, LLC

  Nov 2018 - now

  CEO

  Eros and Care provides respite, habilitation, and attendant care in in-home and group home settings to members of the community of Arizona.

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  Kalos Certifications

  Apr 2024 - now

  Accreditation Director