Megan Tepe, CAPM

Experience

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  Kumon North America, Inc.

  Jan 2016 - Aug 2018

  Math and Reading Tutor

  Instructed Kumon Levels for both mathematics and reading work for children K-12:•Instructed and monitored improvement of students – authorized increases in workload for children K-12•Managed clients and their information; organized and standardized paperwork•Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents•Designed Study Plans focused on age and level-appropriate materialPerformed important roles in event planning and management:•Coordinated and assisted the annual Awards Ceremony, 2017 & 2018•Represented Kumon at the Algonquin 5K Show less

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  Office of Student Life - The Ohio State University

  Aug 2019 - May 2023

  Resident Advisor

  • Led community development initiatives for 70+ students annually, including those in the Women in Engineering Learning Community, promoting academic and personal success• Planned, budgeted, and executed seven educational, wellness, and professional development programs per semester, optimizing limited resources and ensuring successful event delivery• Coordinated logistics and community involvement, working with RAs, student organizations, and faculty to drive impactful programming, leading to a 55% increase in engagement• Managed crisis response and risk mitigation, serving in an on-call capacity to assess and resolve student emergencies, ensuring safety and well-being• Developed scheduling and resource allocation strategies, balancing programming, student needs, and administrative duties while maintaining a structured and supportive residential environment Show less

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  Microsystems for Mechanobiology & Medicine Lab (MMM)

  Jan 2020 - Apr 2021

  Research Assistant

  •Performed tests that utilize NanoDyn, a DNA origami nanostructure, to measure stability and behavior within biological material found in the extracellular matrix of malignant tumors•Conducted additional studies on how the NanoDyn can be used for single molecule experiments, flow experiments, and further stability studies in cell culture media•Supported team members by facilitating written research (information collection/comprehension, peer reviews, etc.)•Extensively lab-trained in Biosafety, Occupational Health & Safety, and Research Safety•Awarded an REU Supplement by the National Science Foundation for an independent research proposal Show less

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  Design, Develop, Deploy (D3)

  Aug 2020 - Dec 2020

  Entrepreneurship App Developer

  • Researched user needs and developed an iOS and web app that teaches financial literacy to college students• Supported a multi-disciplinary team by providing technical support and ensuring timely product development

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  Fresenius Kabi

  May 2021 - Aug 2021

  Biomedical Engineering Intern – Disposables R&D

  • Oversaw a project team of 3 engineers to update InterSol PAS STED documentation for accepted resubmission to Medical Device Regulations (MDR); created a project schedule and led weekly meetings to drive productivity • Delivered a master document to effectively communicate test results from 164 files of testing data (including functional, distribution, biocompatibility, shelf life, solution stability, plastic aging, and closure verification data)

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  MSA - The Safety Company

  Aug 2021 - Dec 2021

  Mechanical Engineering Co-Op – Supplied Air Respirators

  • Innovated in-house production run with Cricut Maker 3 – eliminating a 2-month delay, reducing manufacturing costs by 15% and prototyping costs by 23%, and coordinating with the supplier for long-term part production • Designed, prototyped, and built a mechanical solution to correct calibration issue on a Thermal Imaging Camera • Optimized and developed new test equipment for SCBA units to enhance face mask efficacy, addressing customer quality feedback and improving process efficiency by 50% • Executed root cause analysis for customer solution engineering investigations, ensuring stakeholder satisfaction Show less

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  Ethicon, Inc.

  Jan 2022 - Jul 2022

  • Planned & executed feasibility study for transit risk mitigation across multiple prototype iterations, maintaining visibility & alignment with other business units for a projected 20% cost reduction & 11% sustainability increase • Mitigated supply chain risk by establishing parallel pathways for testing and tooling updates • Partnered with internal and external suppliers to meet customer needs by developing sterile barrier packaging systems for new medical devices and their end of line packaging, reducing delays by 12% • Analyzed customer complaint data for 3 device categories, providing recommendations to quality partners • Supported Quality & Compliance projects – Handled CAPA tasks to align 13 product IFUs with EUMDR guidelines • Gained proficiency with key medical device regulations and standards (e.g. FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, EUMDR) Show less • Developed and executed software validation, Gage R&R studies (Minitab), characterization studies, and Factory Acceptance Testing to evaluate 2 new surgical staplers’ equipment stations, meeting all success criteria on-time • Owned the validation process of functional switch tester that performs critical-to-quality inspection • Oversaw equipment shipping documents and delivery for $10M+ portfolio for domestic & international locations • Identified & resolved equipment line issues (25 stations) & oversaw material restock for Engineering Pilot Builds • Cultivated supplier relationships to ensure alignment on timelines and requirements based on pFMEA • Spearheaded the Co-Op “Things You Didn’t Learn In College” (TYDLIC) Committee – established organizational structure, gathered stakeholder requirements, directed weekly meetings, and delegated tasks to 6 direct reports to plan 8 TYDLIC events in 4 months – a 25% increase from previous years with 95% stakeholder satisfaction Show less

  • Packaging Development Engineering Intern

    May 2022 - Jul 2022

  • Equipment Development Co-Op – Project Management

    Jan 2022 - Apr 2022
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  Medforall

  Jan 2023 - May 2023

  Systems Integration Engineer & Remote Support Associate

  • SIE: Collaborated with a diverse team of engineers to obtain approval and began integrating continuous glucose monitor (CGM) software with our in-house remote monitoring system• RSA: Remotely monitored and provided patient care for 16 clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities, maintaining precise and comprehensive records