Catherine Harris

Experience

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  Kamax LP

  Jan 1989 - Nov 1999

  PPAP/Dimensional Coordinator

  • Conducted dimensional layouts for all Sample Submission parts• Implemented Gage Control procedures and computer applications• Prepared all documentation for Sample Submission to "Big 3" automakers• Co-Authored and developed documentation for QS9000, and A2LA accreditation

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  Gilbar Technoligies

  Aug 1998 - Dec 1999

  Corporate Quality Manager

  • Implemented Quality Systems procedures, and work instructions, to obtain ISO 9001 and A2LA accreditation• Develop Quality Systems manuals• Implemented ISO 9001 certification for company• Implemented A2LA Lab accreditation to guarantee business with "Big Three" automakers• Developed PFMEA's, Control Plans for all parts• Management Representative for QS9000

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  General Motors

  Dec 1999 - Feb 2005

  Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Monitor all purchase part suppliers for quality issues resulting in zero defects for GMPT engine assembly plant and Components plants• Conduct supplier performance reviews• Initiated and maintained all Control Shipping activities for five plants• Utilized and implemented problem-solving disciplines at supplier locations, and at Plant Floor level• Conducted on-site supplier audits, to insure compliance with GMPT-WWP policies and procedures• Represented the interests of GMPT-WWP at plant locations• Implemented GMPT-WWP initiatives at the plant level with the cooperation of Quality Mangers, Supervisors, Union Hourly Employees, and Foremen. Developed and implemented quality matrices for one hundred and thirty-nine parts suppliers• Coordinated communications and contributed with plant personnel and suppliers to resolve plant quality issues• Conducted Problem Solving training at supplier locations Show less

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  Magna International

  Apr 2005 - Apr 2008

  Quality Manager

  • Management Representative for ISO TS-16949• Develop and maintain the plant's internal audit functions to meet the requirements of the standards• Act as liaison with our customers to resolve quality issues• Develop new supply base• Develop plant quality objectives• Report daily quality performance• Conduct supplier on site audits and reviews• 8D Problem Solving• Document and develop PPAP/ PSO documents for submission to OEM's• Quality Representative for APQP teams, for all new programs• Provide internal quality training as required to improve quality performance • Assist the purchasing department in assuring the proper capacities within the supply base Show less

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  Grupo Antolin

  Apr 2008 - Mar 2011

  Quality Manager

  • Support Engineering in developing procedures/process for assembly line• Project Lead for launch of new product• Conduct weekly APQP reviews with customer• Maintain APQP open issues list, and drive to closure• Prepare quality documentation for PSO/PPAP approval• Develop Control Plans, PFMEA, Process Flow • Develop plants quality objectives and metrics• Report daily plant performance as it relates to Quality• Respond to customer concerns at customer site• Track supplier non-conformances• Participate in Monthly Quality reviews corporate wide• Team member to implement Lean Manufacturing practices plant wide• Manage 7 direct employees• Approve all Supplier PPAP’s and Corrective Actions• Conduct on site supplier audits• Utilize 8D, Drill Deep, and 5 Why practices to resolve quality issues• Responsible for all 3rd Party audit activities Show less

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  FormFab LLC

  Apr 2011 - Jul 2012

  Quality Manager

  • Support Engineering in developing procedures/process for current and new product• Quality lead for all new product• Maintain APQP open issues list, and drive to closure• Prepare quality documentation for PSO/PPAP approval• Develop Control Plans, PFMEA, Process Flow , Work Instructions• Develop plants quality objectives and metrics• Perform Inspection for Final Product• Management Representative for TS16949• Conduct internal audits• Maintain all CPAR’s for both internal issues and suppliers Show less

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  AM General

  Jul 2012 - now

  Sr. Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Conduct technical/quality system assessments and related systemic audits of potential new/current suppliers• Participate in evaluation of current/new materials and/or process technologies for improved cost, quality & efficiency (reduction in total costs of supply chain). • Critical thinker focused on prevention of issues during entire product life cycle.• Request corrective action from Suppliers related to prototype issues. Follow to closure.• Preparing and present prototype requirements to Suppliers.• Develop supply base in correlation with Supplier Chain Management/Purchasing• Support new program launches, supplier localization, resourcing projects, etc.• Approve supplier PPAP submissions• Resolve Design and Engineering issues with suppliers, while interacting with AM General Engineering, and Supply Chain Management.• Act as Liaison with supplier and AM General Engineering• Schedule Supplier APQP meetings to present issues from Supplier APQP document review• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Show less