ARNOLD AGUILAR281-841-5499 mobile, dbla72@yahoo.com, Houston, TX

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Quality Management, Supplier Management, Supplier Quality, Strategic Sourcing, Continual/Continuous Improvement Accomplished Quality Management and Supplier Quality professional with over 22 years of leadership experience in the management of quality assurance processes, supply chain processes, project development and execution, operations, health, safety , security & environment processes and continuous improvement. Results-oriented team player able to achieve strategic initiatives through the use of quality management tools & techniques such as Lean (waste reduction, variability reduction & cost reduction), quality and risk auditing, and trend analysis (qualitative/quantitative). Acquired broad process knowledge across various industries. Areas of expertise include:

Quality Management - ISO Risk Identification and Mitigation Continual/Continuous ImprovementAuditing – System, Process, Supplier Leadership & Communication Policy, System, Process, Procedure DevelopmentCustomer/Supplier Relationship Management Team Building & Training Manufacturing/Process Operations Supply Chain Strategic Sourcing Analytical & Organizational Lean, JIT, GMPsSupplier Quality & Development Reporting & Presentations Computer Competent: Microsoft, SAP, JDEProject Management & Execution Contract Review & Compliance Strategic Planning

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Shell Global Solutions North America (Contracted Consultant thru Intertek and Brunel) July 2012-PresentDelivers top-tier technical services and licensed technologies. Leverage technologies and technical service offerings for clients ranging from major international corporations through to national oil companies, government agencies and independent refineries.

Project Quality Specialist Provide Quality Management Systems (QMS) expertise to Shell Global Solutions-Projects and Technology/Quality Americas team.  Coordinate the audit and assessment program within the quality team and other Shell disciplines. Represent Shell Quality Americas as the Regional Focal Point for audits and project quality health checks. Perform Quality Management assessments and contractor, supplier quality audits and assessments to evaluate systems and processes for effectiveness, compliance, and quality risks. Conducted 90+ audits and assessments on internal and external suppliers. Advise major projects and supplier quality to mitigate identified risks and supplier corrective actions for improvement. Mentor Shell staff on audit execution and supplier quality processes. Received multiple commendations for my work on audit performance and recognition for my participation on program inputs and

participation in causal learning investigation. Recognized as a Shell Goal Zero Hero for making a significant impact on Safety culture by intervening to ensure Shell's journey to

Goal Zero.

Aker Solutions Inc., North America Operations (Formally Aker Kvaerner Inc.) May 2006 – July 2012EPC - Design, manufacture, repair, remanufacture of surface and sub-sea oil field drilling and production equipment and service of surface drilling and production equipment.

Quality Manager – Quality, Subsea North America October 2010 – July 2012 Collaborated on the implementation of the Aker quality culture. Enhanced customer service thru process improvement and continual improvement projects within our Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, & Lifecycle Service teams. Reported to the Director of Quality - North America. Supervised and mentored 8 staff members. Defined effective Roles and Responsibilities for Quality Engineering and Document Control personnel. Improved procedures & work instructions for enhanced project execution. Coordinated a cross functional team to develop standard inspection and test criteria for project execution.

Senior Quality Engineer –Supply Quality May 2006 – October 2010 Led the supply chain review and qualification process in coordination with the global quality and supply chain initiatives. Evaluated supplier capabilities for project assignments and further supply development to meet customer and internal requirements. Designed the program to focus on value added benefits within the areas of quality system, process/technical applications, financial stability and health, safety & environmental processes. Performed value stream analysis of procedures to determine non-value added processes and find solutions to inefficiencies. Conducted 40+ internal and external supplier audits. Oversaw the ISO 9001:2008 certification to successful completion - Team Lead – 2009 Assisted USA Rapid Solution stocking program team with input to Quality and Supply objectives – 2007 Trained Houston operations for SAP implementation - SAP Super User – 2007

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ARNOLD AGUILAR281-841-5499 mobile, dbla72@yahoo.com, Houston, TX

Oversaw the ISO 9001:2000 recertification to successful completion. - 2006

Vetco International (Formally ABB Vetco Gray – Currently GE Oil & Gas), Western Region February 2003 – May 2006 Design, manufacture, repair, remanufacture of surface and sub-sea oil field drilling and production equipment and service of surface drilling and production equipment.

Project Sourcing Manager March 2004 – May 2006Developed internal systems/processes in the areas of quality, cost reduction, delivery and safety. Collaborated closely with engineers, planners, quality, management, external customers & suppliers to ensure clean information hand-offs in the processing of the procurement cycle. Developed new supplier sources and managed existing supplier cost savings, quality and delivery performance for major projects. Developed long-term strategic frame agreements for materials suppliers. Elected by peers, management, and internal customers as Supply Management Employee of the Year-2005 for positive impact to

the business unit/organization and for leadership ability.

Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality / Development February 2003 – March 2004 Audited suppliers (25+) for performance, collaborated on supplier corrective action, and developed continual improvement goals. Trained suppliers in the use of Six Sigma tools in order to facilitate customer/supplier relations and continual improvement. Assigned to a global work team to standardize supplier quality management processes in Vetco’s Western (North America), Eastern

(Europe), Asian regions, and Control Valve division.

Inland Paperboard & Packaging, Inc. (a subsidiary of Temple-Inland, Inc.) August 1997 – July 2002

A producer and supplier of printed and non-printed corrugated cartons and die-cut sheets for the use of transportation and warehousing of consumer goods to local and national customers.

Quality Assurance Manager November 1999 – July 2002Led the management group in assessing and developing the quality management system. Responsible for managing customer relationships. Supervision of two quality technicians. Reported to the General Manager and Regional Manager. Achieved a Superior rating from the American Institute of Baking in organization’s first and subsequent audits. Implemented the Inland Streetsboro’s Box Basic’s QA program. Supported training of multiple U.S. facilities on ERP and quality management policy and procedures implementation.

Internal Quality Auditor/Technician August 1998 – November 1999Managed the internal audits program and developed corrective action/improvement processes. Trained plant employees, supervisors, and management on company procedures and processes. Ensured calibration and inspection programs were executed properly.

Maintenance Storekeeper and Plant Buyer August 1997 – August 1998Manage supplier quality performance at plant start-up and worked towards developing partnership agreements with the suppliers.

Lake City Plating, Inc. October 1994 – July 1997A job-shop facility that specializes in electroplating of custom and industrial materials for corrosion resistance and/or appearance.

Quality Supervisor Supervised and trained employees on manufacturing processes, quality processes, safety, and human resource issues. Managed successful relations with customers. Developed inspection and test criteria and ensured acceptance criteria on finished materials.

FORMAL EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Master of Business Administration, Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio, 2001 Bachelor of Business Administration, Tiffin University, Tiffin, Ohio, Graduated Cum Laude, 1994 Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), The Association for Operations Management – APICS Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) #22409, American Society for Quality – ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) #10897, American Society for Quality – ASQ IRCA ISO 9001:2008 QMS Auditor/Lead Auditor (Trained) #LA240 (2010) Exemplar Global ISO 9001:2015 Transition Auditor (Trained) # 2016-EGC-2076 6 Sigma Green Belt (ABB)

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