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description: 'Devin Grosz, B.Eng. Quality Engineer -- Kitchener, ON Summary Quality Engineer with over ten years of hands-on manufacturing experience, spanning quality management, metallurgical lab work, and machine operations in high-volume automotive production. Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering …'
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# Devin Grosz, B.Eng.

### Quality Engineer -- Kitchener, ON

## Summary

Quality Engineer with over ten years of hands-on manufacturing experience, spanning quality management, metallurgical lab work, and machine operations in high-volume automotive production. Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from McMaster University and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering Applications from Conestoga College.

## Experience

### Quality Engineer

**Linamar, Guelph, ON** -- August 2021 to Present

- Develop, implement, and monitor quality processes across five custom automotive part manufacturing lines
- Create and maintain quality documentation: control plans, standardized work instructions, and operator data sheets
- Create gauging drawings, implement gauging strategies, and validate gauging using measurement system analysis (MSA) tools
- Conduct first article inspections, dimensional reports, and capability studies
- Perform Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities to document process acceptance with customers
- Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D) and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Prepare and present quality findings to management, customers, and production staff
- Conduct audits, document findings, and support closure of audit actions
- Maintain and improve records to meet IATF 16949 quality management system requirements
- Program and operate a Klingelnberg Gear Analyzer for involute gear and spline measurement
- Develop contamination testing processes using a Jomesa stereomicroscope for technical cleanliness requirements
- Perform statistical analysis and process data visualization in Minitab

### Metallurgical Technician

**Linamar, Guelph, ON** -- May 2017 to August 2021

- Prepared metallurgical samples for analysis via cutting, grinding, and mounting equipment
- Quantitatively analyzed part hardness characteristics, supporting seven manufacturing lines across rotating continental shifts
- Collaborated with the factory floor team to adjust heat treatment and induction hardening machines to maintain specifications
- Supported the Quality Assurance department with final release inspection and other inspections

### Machine Operator

**Linamar, Guelph, ON** -- January 2016 to May 2017

- Operated machining equipment for the production line and maintained in-line gauges
- Verified part measurements, maintained operating records, and responded to process conditions
- Followed ISO 14001 environmental management and IATF 16949 quality management systems
- Maintained a 5S workplace and supported LEAN manufacturing initiatives

### Front of House Supervisor and Usher

**University of Waterloo Theatre Centre, Waterloo, ON** -- February 2013 to December 2016

- Supervised a team of up to 10 ushers for rentals and school events
- Led problem solving for issues that arose during events
- Anticipated and responded to patron concerns to maintain a consistently positive atmosphere

## Education

### Bachelor of Engineering, Chemical Engineering (Process Systems)

**McMaster University, Hamilton, ON** -- 2008 to 2012

Course highlights: Statistics, Optimization, Process Control, Mechatronics, Polymer Processing, Fluid Dynamics

### Environmental Engineering Applications -- Post-Graduate Certificate

**Conestoga College, Kitchener, ON** -- 2014 to 2015

Course highlights: AutoCAD, Water Quality, Risk Assessment, Air Quality, Field Methods, Solid Waste Engineering and Management

Award: Dean's Honour List

## Certifications and Additional Training

- Quality Engineering training: Production Part Approval Process, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis, 8D Problem Solving
- Metallurgical training: Introduction to Heat Treatment and Metallurgy, Magnetic Particle Inspection, Spill Response Training, Transportation of Dangerous Goods
- 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training

## Skills

**Quality and Process:** Quality management systems (IATF 16949, ISO 14001), root cause analysis and corrective action (8D, PFMEA), PPAP, measurement systems analysis (MSA), capability studies, dimensional reporting, audit preparation and execution

**Technical and Metrology:** Klingelnberg Gear Analyzer programming, Jomesa stereomicroscope contamination testing, metallurgical sample preparation and hardness testing, heat treatment and induction hardening troubleshooting

**Analysis and Tools:** Minitab statistical analysis and data visualization, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MS Office (advanced)

**Communication:** Technical and non-technical report writing, presenting findings to management and customers, cross-functional collaboration

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