Georgie E. Ramos

• Lead DFM feedback for machined parts to reduce cycle time and cost by optimizing tolerances, datum schemes, feature geometry, surface finish callouts, material selection, and inspection approach prior to design release.
• Partner with Design Engineering and stakeholders to influence part architecture and requirements early, ensuring machinability, inspection, and clear acceptance criteria.
• Develop CNC machining process plans for complex hardware, including operation sequencing, machine assignments, fixturing and work holding concepts.
• Translate models, drawings, and configurations into clear, executable manufacturing work instructions.
• Define machining strategy and collaborate with CAM programmers to standardize approaches and optimize toolpaths for cycle time, tool life, surface finish, and dimensional capability.
• Perform drawing reviews and provide manufacturing approval input to ensure requirements are achievable, cost-effective, and unambiguous.
• Support repair/rework planning for machined components, including disposition support, process definition, and standardized methods where applicable
• Lead machining-related nonconformance investigations (dimensional, surface finish, tool breakage, metallurgical damage), execute root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions/process improvements.
• Evaluate/select machining equipment and work holding solutions as needed to enable long-term throughput and cost targets.
• Maintain steady throughtput of tWO & mWO completion.
• Complete ownership of HVLT & H2O2 manifest fluid parts.
• Utilization of Additive Manufacturing for tooling & fixturing.
• Owned end-to-end development and upkeep of PMAP and PFMEA analyses to drive process quality and risk mitigation.

• CNC programming (CAM), Fanuc Robot programming, 2D/3D designing (CAD), 3D Printing.
• In charge of conducting department weekly management presentations of OEE, Scrap, DPPM, CI, and 4UP metrics.
• Lead efforts to proactively identify opportunities to improve Safety, Quality, Productivity, and reduce Costs, also prioritize safety and develop solutions for open concerns.
• Provide day to day support for the manufacturing team, including investigating, analyzing and troubleshooting for product design, materials, tooling, equipment, production methods and processes.
• Develop or purchase manufacturing equipment, fixtures, and tooling, create and improve manufacturing documentation, including operator method sheets (work instructions), standard work, and other instruction.
• Identify and implement new manufacturing methods and process modification recommendations for reduction of waste, cost, enhanced safety, or improved delivery.
• Develop cost justification and project plans for new/modified tooling, machinery, or other Capital
  Projects.
• Coordinate implementation of new products into manufacturing. Create, review and approve product and process test reports (PPAP) necessary to gain customer approval of new or modified product designs.
• Working with the requirements established by Lean (Standard Work Flow, Manning, Layout, Operation Balance Chart, VSM, Cross Training and TPM), EQS and Mesh. Responsible for the implementation of Lean / Kaizen Events in mfg. areas. Analyzes equipment/processes using six sigma tools to identify and implements improvements.
• Provides guidance in capital projects for the proper selection of manufacturing equipment and tools. Justifies, manages, and implements capital projects including appropriation generation, establish requirements, getting quotes, placing orders, monitor/reports progress and ensure the completion of projects.
• Increased capacity utilization by identifying bottlenecks within the production process and implementing targeted improvements.

• Improved product development by conducting thorough research and analysis of new technologies.
• Identified areas for improvement in existing products through rigorous testing and data evaluation.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline the design and manufacturing process, resulting in faster timetomarket.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion without compromising on quality or performance standards.
• Developed complex 3D CAD models (Solidworks) and 2D Layouts (AutoCAD) such as: Fixtures, Tools, gauges and facility layouts.
• Ensured regulatory compliance with FDA guidelines by conducting thorough validations and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Participated in EQ, OQ and PQ's validations.
• Purchasing of materials, tools, fixtures and equipment (SAP).
• Write procedures and work instructions and train applicable personnel on new processes implementation.
• Review documents, change request, non-conformances, and critical maintenance forms for validations.

• Improved manufacturing efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean methodologies.
• Reduced production downtime through proactive maintenance scheduling and timely equipment repairs.
• Enhanced product quality by designing and executing rigorous testing protocols for all manufactured items.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
• Advance Additive Manufacturing experience.
• NC programming experience using a CAM package (MasterCAM).
• Extensive knowledge of cutting tools and standard machining practices.
• Root cause / corrective action experience.
• Experience programming 3-5 axis mills and mill turn machines.
• Ability to design fixturing/workholding solutions in Creo parametric.
• Experience evaluating new designs to improve part machinability.
• Create Work Instructions/ Procedures and train operators and machinists.
• Additive F-35 and F-16 parts machining.

• Reviewing the Repair Document from the Engine Manual and developing CNC programming or Tooling which is compliant to the repair specifications.

• Comprehensive knowledge of Renishaw probing subroutines programs.
• Generate and maintain CNC programs utilizing software for Okuma, Mazak, Fanuc, Mastercam process for milling & turning including 5 axis CNC programming.
• Maintain, trouble shoot, and improve systems relative to the CNC function.
• Verify new NC programs prior to release to the shop floor and completed First Articles.
• Design fixtures, gages, tooling using Solid Works, review & approve of externally designed tools.
• Interface with machine tool suppliers on tooling lead times, cost and delivery.
• Generate the work instructions and development.
• Define and continually improve operator training and qualification, process planning, evaluate operating methods, and specify tools, fixtures and gages.
• Participation in capital expenditure projects from specifications to installation, the qualification of new
  equipment and any renewal qualifications in compliance with PT procedures.
• Participate or drive New Product Industrialization analysis of capabilities for (Process, Equipment, Tooling) Part flow, Cap-X and Cost.
• Promote innovative repair solutions with the support of the Product Engineer Team in reducing lead time,
  quality improvements, cost effectiveness, and/or EHS improvements to produce a quality.
• Provide expertise in maintaining and supporting Safety. Quality function through integration of ISO/QC
  documentation and manufacturing methods.
• CMM Programming (Hexagon).
• Developed custom macros for complex machining tasks, simplifying programming and increasing productivity.

• Inspect and measure parts: CMM, VMM, Height gage, micrometer, caliper, ect.
• Reduced downtime by maintaining machinery and performing routine inspections for potential issues.
• Operate and Set-Up CNC Mills: Matsuura, Fanuc Robodrill,
  Kitamura, DMG Mori, Mori Seiki, Haas, Mazak and Okuma Horizontal and Vertical machines.
• Knowledge working with multiple work offsets and multiple pallets.
• WINSPC for data entry and analyzing.
• Making medical parts such as: MAKO/Stryker, Smith and Nephew, Zimmer, Medtronic.
• Meet production requirements.

• Mechanic Operator L-6 (Kiefel)
• PLC and Fiber Optic sensors
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic
• Machine repair and Troubleshooting
• Good Manufacturing Practices and SOPs
• POMS, InfinityQS and Maximo programs
• Servo motor and Vision Systems
• Validations and Protocols
• LOTO and EHS
• Preventive and Corrective maintenance
• HMI, MVDA, Fanuc Controls, ABB, Cognex camera.

• Program, Set-up and Operate CNC Milling Machine
• Lathe, Milling, Surface Grinder
• TIG/MIG Welding
• Heat Treatment (oven)
• Sand Blasting
• Design parts in Solidworks, FeatureCam and Programming
• Reverse Engineering.