Donald Cameron is currently living in Quispamsis, New Brunswick, working as a President / CEO in "Process Logix Inc" and is interested in Aerospace & Defense.
Resume
Versatile, detail, and action oriented, experienced Management system Builder and Auditor, and experienced trainer and training course developer.
Understands the Customers need for quality products and services, on time and within budget and the organizations need to deliver profit and value to its stakeholders. Is keenly aware of the differing needs and understands that while the objectives are different they are compatible as error reduction and the identification and elimination of non-value added tasks and activities directly benefits the Customer and the organization.
Designs results oriented, understandable processes with clearly defined objectives tied to customer and organizational needs and communicates these without ambiguity leading to reduced costs and an improved understanding of requirements.
Writes Quality, Environmental and Safety Policy Manuals and Plans, process documentation including process maps, procedures. Able to simplify complex issues to the point they become understandable. A clear process with well-defined objectives allows a more rapid implementation and integration of concepts, requirements, and plans.
Extensive training and experience in the quality and environment areas, with strong listening, writing and verbal communication skills.
Consistently recognized by Clients and previous long-term employer as a team player with the ability to identify and satisfy their organizational needs, generate solutions and “get things done.”
Experienced, energetic and enthusiastic understands systems. These attributes combined with a strong work ethic will directly benefit your company by providing a clear focus on the issues and concerns while working with those within your organization to determine causal factors and the best solution(s).
WORK EXPERIENCE
PROCESS LOGIX INC
October 26, 2005 - Present
Accomplishments:
Established Process Logix Inc and have performed all its administrative and operational functions since its inception.
Provided high quality consulting, audit and Documentation services to clients in the following sectors:
• Forestry business (Pulp & Paper, Sawmills, and Forest protection),
• Communications,
• Shipbuilding,
• Financial services,
• Machining and fabrication.
Process Logix Inc has received endorsements from all Clients regarding competencies / capability and workmanship demonstrating we have added real value to each Client’s stated and implied needs.
ATLANTIC QUALITY & TECHNICAL SERVICES LTD and FLEETWAY 1995- 2005
Manager, Quality & Environmental Services / Marketing 2003 – October 25, 2005
Auditing Accomplishments:
• Conducted Quality and Environmental process audits of companies in the pulp, paper, tissue, electronic manufacturer, defense, electronic systems integration, food processing, engineering, diving, packaging, steel manufacture, distribution, machining, metal fabrication, hydraulic, non destructive testing, inspection and test, building construction business sectors.
Consulting Accomplishments:
• Wrote ISO 9001:2000 Quality / Environmental Management System manuals, Quality Plans, Inspection and Test Plans resulting in successful registration to ISO 9001 and acceptance by customers in the Pulp and Paper, Diving, engineering, construction, and electronic manufacture business sectors.
• Completely revised and updated an engineering firms Quality Management System to make it more use friendly and to have it communicate more in less words. The revised system contained one-third the written material of the original Quality System improved coverage while fully maintaining its integrity. An independent third party Registrar who passed it at first review with very positive comments reviewed the Documentation.
• Provided low-cost, high-value consultation, training, and audit services to a major forestry company leading to the registration of its multi-site operations to ISO 14001
• Consulted with and trained management in many industries and service sectors within New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Ottawa leading to their registration to ISO 9000 standards.
Training Accomplishments:
• Presented information and training to provincial government Property Assessors, Quality Month activities sponsored by the NB Government, UNB, NBCC, etc.
• Trained thousands of persons in quality management and hundreds in environmental management
• Trained auditors in many prominent Maritime companies
• Designed, developed, and presented courses in Quality and Environmental Management and Problem solving.
Marketing Accomplishments:
• Developed comprehensive high-quality brochures & pamphlets to identify services and qualifications of the company, which clearly identified the company competencies.
• Revamped and managed AQTS website – www.aqts.com
• Developed and managed the company’s successful Customer Care program.
• Continually looked for opportunities beyond the current offerings of the company resulting in increased revenue each year.
• Interfaced on a regular basis with current and potential customers, and with all Service Managers regarding their current and ongoing needs.
• Analyzed customer-buying patterns – year over year to identify ongoing trends.
• Produced various reports and managed Customer Contact Info (marketing related) using ACT, a computer program for contact management.
• Attended business functions to promote a greater understanding of the company services resulting in increased opportunities to bid on projects.
Manager – Quality Systems and Analysis 1996-2003
• Developed procedures for consulting services, auditing and reporting practices.
• Managed and performed Internal Quality Audits / assessments.
• Marketed services related to Quality / Environmental Management Systems, Quality Audits, Training, Gap Analysis.
• Analyzed audit data to identify trends adverse to quality.
• Developed and presented Quality, Environmental and Audit training programs including development and grading of exams.
• Coached staff members to develop superior auditing and training skills and techniques, including training all employees in ISO 9000 requirements.
• Planned and scheduled Internal and External Audits.
• Prepared cost / time quotes for potential clients for consulting work.
• Prepared reports for Clients for audits, Gap Analysis, and related activities.
• Reviewed and commented on Client produced procedures, methods and policies.
• Identified potential for consulting work in other related quality fields i.e. HACCP, GMPs, ASME, ASIC, etc.
• Developed and documented the Internal Quality Audit Programs.
• Maintained accurate files and information on internal activities and issues and external client activities and progress.
• Planned, performed, and reported results of Legal Environmental Audits.
Manager, Corporate Quality Audits - SAINT JOHN SHIPBUILDING LTD. 1990-1995
• Managed the Quality Audit Program during the construction of The Canadian Patrol Frigate Program. (The largest single procurement program in Canadian history.)
• Monitored Supplier Performance through QAR Trip reports, feed back from engineering, program management, concessions and reports of nonconformance.
• Managed and performed Quality Audits of Suppliers throughout Europe, Canada, and the United States.
• Managed a team of professional Auditors as well as developed the skill base of Auditors in training.
• Customer Interface for Quality / Operational Audits of SJSL.
• Reviewed and approved all internal quality audit reports prior to their issuance.
• Prepared reports for Management Review meetings.
• Provided ongoing advice and council to Auditors and Management Representative on matters pertaining to the management of quality.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
• Successfully completed wide variety of courses in Quality Auditing, Quality Assurance, Environmental Management Systems, ISO 9000 and Lead auditor for ISO 9000 and 14000, handwriting analysis, marketing, training, human relations
• Dale Carnegie Training Course 2003.
• Able to use Microsoft Productivity Software, most software applications, as well as hardware issues such as setup, configuration, and settings.
• Saint John Vocational School Graduate
References Available upon request