Allison Cruz

Background

About Allison Cruz

CAREER PROFILE A manufacturing professional with comprehensive experience and visible achievements in a diverse manufacturing operations, with over 12 years of full range process engineering experience that includes operations, rigorous process optimization, intensive data analysis and administrative management. Demonstrated the ability to drive innovation, through detailed planning, thorough training, and determined execution. Had a thorough understanding of Storage Technology particularly in Head Gimbal Assemly (HGA) Processes and knowledgeable in Slider and HDD processes as well. Visible contribution in the setup and qualification of first Solar Technology Processes in the Philippines from Wafer Cell fabrication to Solar Module assembly processes. Able to structure and supervised team of engineers, technicians, and shop floor personnel focused on realizing set goals and expectations. Process & Development Engineering: Accomplished Process Engineering Staff, with proven ability to develop, implement and perform Machine/Product Qualification/Testing and Yield improvements, Supplier evaluation and accreditation, ISO and 14001) certification support. Have led key initiatives in the tool installation, optimization, qualification, maintenance and improvement of machines and processes for Data Storage Process (Slider and HGA Fab), Chemical Etching machine (Solar Silicon Wafer) and Solar Panel Manufacturing Process (FOL and EOL) Product Contamination and Cleanroom Control: Had managed clean room environment control for HGA (Assembly and Test), that includes contamination and ESD controls. Have driven improvement initiatives in controlling Cleanroom and product Contamination by thorough process analysis, and rigorous experiments with in depth material analysis to optimize Water Cleaning machines and other solvent cleaning machines as well. Contributed in the improvement of ESD control from a static volt of 50 down to 3 static volts.