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Section 1205www.asq-rockford.orgOctober Volume 9, Issue 2

Presented by: Laurie Preece & David Carson Presentation

High School Academics focus on quality,

benchmarking, and social responsibility

The Rockford Public School District has launched five new initiatives called Readiness Rocks, to create a school district that is first class in achievement and pride.

Redesigning the high school experience will help ensure that graduating students are better prepared for either college or the work force.

Laurie Preece has been an active volunteer and advocate for public education, working closely with teachers, principals, school boards and community members to improve local learning opportunities. She has started parent-teacher organizations, raised funds for myriad school programs and led an elementary school through the process of becoming a school community-based management organization. Laurie moved to Rockford in 2008 and from 2008 to

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Reservations (Including meal selections) due to Cora Schroeder by - - - - 5:00 p.m., Friday, October 12th

Phone: 815-484-2176, e-mail: [email protected]

David Carson taught economics for six years at Jefferson High School, was promoted to Social Studies and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Curriculum Coordinator in 2011, and has been selected by Rockford Public Schools to be the new Director of College and Career Readiness. In this new position Mr. Carson will be responsible for CTE curriculum and supporting the implementation of the college and career academies across the district.

Menu :

Dinner Cost: $25.00

Agenda:When: October 18th

Choice of:.

5:30 – Social hour6:30 – Dinner7:30 – Presentation

Where:

NOTE: Online reservations will be via email directly to Cora. Please include in the email if you plan on attending the

dinner as well as the # of guests that will be attending and meal choices for each attendee.

Anderson Japanese Gardens318 Spring Creek RoadRockford, IL 61107

NOTE: Cora Schroeder is the new contact for reservations. Her contact information is listed below.

Italian buffet courtesy of Mary's Market: - Chicken Tuscany and Linguine & meatballs. Served with Italian salad, fresh bread and gourmet cookies. - Vegetarian wrap/sandwich available upon request.

Presentation Only: FREE

becoming a school community-based management organization. Laurie moved to Rockford in 2008 and from 2008 to 2009 served as the volunteer executive director of the Rockford Charter Schools Initiative (RCSI). In 2009 Alignment Rockford incorporated as a public school support organization.

American Society for QualityASQ Section 1205P.O. Box 8055Rockford, IL 61125www.asq-rockford.org

Need help convincing management that Quality matters?

Why not improve your speaking skills in 2012?

Learn to express yourself better, either in a speech or thinking-on-your feet.

You’re invited to come to our next Blue Blazers Toastmasters club meeting.

We meet every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursday during lunch (12PM-1PM) & all are welcome. We’d love to see you there!

Meetings are held at Hamilton Sundstrand, 4747 Harrison Ave, Rockford, IL 61109: come to the North Lobby by 11:50AM (to allow time to get to our room).


Call Shanasy Bratt at 815-968-6860 if you have any questions, or to let us know you’re coming so we can look for you.

The mission of our Toastmasters Club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth.

Reminder: Changes to your ASQ membership account, including email and other contact information

should be made through ASQ National on the website at www.asq.org or by calling 800-248-1946

Certification AssistanceIf you are studying for a certification exam and would like a mentor to help you, contact Tom Hall ([email protected] or 262-741-6523) – or – If you are certified and would be willing to act as a mentor contact Tom as well.

Board Meetings Section Dinner Meetings ASQ Re-Certification1st Thursday of Every Month(Sept - May)Singapore Grill, Loves Park

3rd Thursday of Every Month(Sept – May)(December meeting is 2nd Thursday)

Send to Mike FarrellSeward Screw Products16377 Third St.Seward, IL 61077

General Information Section


ASQ CERTIFICATION Exam Dates

2012 December 1 CQE, CQA, CSQE, CQIA, CCT, CQPA, SSGB

Invite someone to start their own ASQ journey! Invite someone to start their own ASQ journey! Invite someone to start their own ASQ journey! Invite someone to start their own ASQ journey! Share your passion for quality with a friend or colleague by encouraging them to be part of the ASQ global community. Give them the opportunity to take advantage of all the great benefits you receive as an ASQ member, while at the same time building your own personal network to share best practices.

It is easy to do!

1. Have the person(s) you are referring enter your member number and name to the “Member Referred By” area on the ASQ online or print membership application.

2. For every person you refer that becomes an ASQ member, you will receive 5 ASQ Bucks (one ASQ Buck= $1 USD).

You can use your ASQ Bucks toward the purchase of many great ASQ products, including: • ASQ Membership Renewal• Training• Conference Registration• Certification• Books• Publications


Placement Opportunities….. Check out the website for up to date listings.

Quality Manager: Dekalb, IL

(Can also be a QE that has done some minimal supervision)

Will provide independent analysis of the quality management system and implement continuous improvements to the system Responsible for Corrective Action Responses, Work Instructions, Procedures, etc. Good verbal communication skills to be able to problem solve with shop floor employees, provide training, and communicate problems and successes of the assigned production area to others such as upstream operations and upper management.

Take ownership of Quality department projects to drive them forward and present concrete results

-BS Degree in Engineering, metallurgy, material science, or manufacturing required and 5+ years of experience-Experience with internal auditing and handling 3rd party audits Should have experience with ISO9000:2008 and AS9100-C would be a huge plus)-Comfortable working with hands-on and office activity in a metal manufacturing or heavy manufacturing environment-Supervision of salary or hourly employees (would be a couple of junior QE's and a few inspectors)

Contact: Zach Paeth [email protected] 847-221-1338

• Publications• Articles

It is that simple to make a difference in a friend or colleague’s career by showing them how to start their own ASQ journey today.

For answers to any questions you may have about referring a member, including how to use your ASQ Bucks, visit http://asq.org/referandreward/



Corporate Quality Manager:Corporate Quality Manager TDM & Associates LLC, celebrating 15 years of successful executive search business, has been retained to identify highly qualified individuals for the role of Corporate Quality Manager for a leading and diversified food ingredient and retail supplier.

POSITION SUMMARYThe Corporate Quality manager will manage the corporate food safety and quality systems to ensure that consistent, high standards are in place for all products. This role will also manage quality issues with the company’s contract manufacturers. In addition, this position will manage the regulatory function to ensure compliance.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES· Responsible for the corporate food safety and quality systems.· Serves as quality liaison to contract manufacturers – approximately 25.· Approves new contract manufacturing facilities.


· Approves new contract manufacturing facilities.· Audits contract manufacturers and provide auditing support to the vendor quality team .· Provides SQF support as necessary to company manufacturing locations and GFSI scheme support to contract manufacturers.· Monitors consumer and customer complaints to identify trends and key drivers.· Identifies opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of the quality function.· Responsible for regulatory compliance with FDA, USDA and CFIA· Travel 20 – 40% including some international travel.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS• BS in Food Science, Chemical Engineering or related field.• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of an organization. Must be able to influence change and be able to coach and develop employees.• Minimum 8 years of experience in the food industry with experience in food safety and quality systems• Auditing experience (internal and external)• Knowledgeable of US and International Regulations including FDA, USDA and CFIA.

A strong compensation plan of up to $105K plus bonus is included along with relocation assistance.

Julie Blodgett [email protected] 501-932-1541

For more opportunities visit the ASQ National website at:http://careers.asq.org/jobs



Quality Systems Engineer:The primary role of the Systems Quality Engineer is to provide quality assurance direction and expertise in the AS9100 Quality Management System.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:* Responsible as the BVR Quality Representative for AS9100 registration activities. Will be the BVR primary contact for third party audits. * Lead and coordinate the internal Quality System audit team and associated processes. Responsible for the timeliness, accuracy and thoroughness of all internal audits.* Responsible for Quality Management System duties to maintain, review, and issue quality system procedures, work instructions, and specifications, including communicating and coordinating approval and release of all new and revised quality related procedures to meet customer and AS9100 requirements.* Responsible for coordinating and executing Material Review Board operations.* Manage the Gage Calibration process for all gages used at BVR. * Responsible for on-time calibration of all gages. Responsible for the FAA repair station process to ensure all requirements (regulatory and internal) are met.* Maintain Quality documents in a Library, assuring that required customer, government, industry, and national specifications are available and


* Maintain Quality documents in a Library, assuring that required customer, government, industry, and national specifications are available and current.* Work with Operations Quality Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Design Engineers and Customers on RCCA issues and process improvements.* Quality Project work as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:* Working knowledge of blueprint interpretation in accordance with ANSI/Y-14.5* Solid command in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point* In depth knowledge of ISO-9001/AS9100 Quality Management System requirements* Working knowledge in systematized approach to corrective action methodologies (8D, RCCA, 7 Step, CAR, etc.)* Ability to make solid decisions and recommendations in a rapid paced, forward evolving environment.* Ability to identify and facilitate continuous improvement actions to support the company's LEAN environment.* Ability to build solid relationships at customer facilities in support of quality objectives through strong interpersonal skills.* Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, tasks and suppliers, adhering to strict deadlines and commitments.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to effectively handle outside auditors and customers with tact and professionalism, resolving issues and building positive relationships.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:* Proficiency in leading cross-functional teams* Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing methodologies* Proficiency in Minitab* Proficiency in process control tools (SPC, Process Capability, DOE, etc).* Prior experience with FAA regulatory / compliance requirements

Education and Experience:* Bachelor degree in an engineering, quality or other related field.* Three to five years of progressive experience working in a comparable capacity, preferably within the aerospace or medical device industry.* ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, etc.) preferred.* LEAN and/or Six Sigma certification a plus.

You may apply at the internal website: http://www.esterline.com/careers

BVR is an Equal Opportunity Employer

15TH ANNUAL NORTHERN ILLINOIS QUALITY CONFERENCENIQC 2012

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, November 13, 2012. You are cordially invited to the 15th Annual Northern Illinois Quality Conference (NIQC) at the Northern Illinois University, Naperville Campus. NIQC 2012 is sponsored by five Sections of American Society for Quality (ASQ): Chicago, Fox Valley, Heart of Illinois, Illiana & Northeastern Illinois.

The NIQC 2012 theme is “Quality in the 21st Century”. The two-day event also includes seven workshops that will be held on Monday, November 12, 2012.

NIQC 2012 offers attendees the opportunity to learn more about succeeding with Quality. This conference is designed to give attendees an insight on successful industry practices and the tools being used.

Three outstanding keynote speakers are scheduled for Tuesday: Mr. Stephen K Hacker, CEO & Co-Founder, Transformation System International; Dr Hira L Fotedar, President, Fotedar Associates, LLC, and Mr. Peter Shearstone, Divisional VP, Global QA, Abbott Diagnostics.

There will be Three Panel discussions on Tuesday, November 13, 2012. The topics include: Leadership for the Future Panel, Supply Chain Excellence Panel, and Medical Devices and Pharmaceuticals Regulatory Excellence Panel. The various panel members are recognized industry professionals, some with global credentials and published works.

The workshops on Monday morning, November 12, 2012 (8:30 am – 12:00 noon) offer the choice of Risk-Based The workshops on Monday morning, November 12, 2012 (8:30 am – 12:00 noon) offer the choice of Risk-Based Quality Management Systems, Supply Chain Management, Basic Problem Solving Tools, and Sustainable Change Management. The afternoon workshops (1:00 pm – 4:30 pm) provide the opportunity to learn more about Project Management, From Mediocre to Magnificent, and Social Responsibility.

We are currently soliciting corporate and organizational sponsorships to make the conference more affordable for all attendees. Your organization will get one free admission to the November 13, 2012 conference for every $500 in sponsorship funds. In addition, each sponsor will be acknowledged in the conference brochure and program and recognized at the conference.

For more information about NIQC 2012, visit the web site at www.niqc.us.

Mohammad A.H. KhanChair, NIQC 2012 Steering [email protected]

We will be collecting for the Rock Valley Food Pantry at the October, November and December dinner meetings. Donations of non-perishable boxed and canned food are accepted

Cash Donations always welcome

For safety, please check expiration dates on items, as the pantry cannot distribute expired food and food without an expiration date.

FOOD DRIVE



Board Members Name Phone Email

Past Chair / Nominating Jim Akers 815-639-6454 [email protected]

Chairman Vice Chairman Treasurer SecretaryDiane Konopa Mark De Pasqua Paul Hermanns Linda Ward

815-484-8955 815-639-6258 321-544-3484 815-323-1469

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

2012-2013 Board of Directors


Past Chair / Nominating Jim Akers 815-639-6454 [email protected]

Arrangements Cora Schroeder 815-484-2176 [email protected]

Certification Art Bird 815-233-1598 [email protected]

Membership / Database Brian Tracy 815-222-3947 [email protected]

Publicity Zac Paeth 847-221-1338 [email protected]

Placement Bruce Kyles 815-721-9145 [email protected]

Audit Donna Riggs 630-365-5672 [email protected]

Education Tom Hall 262-741-6523 [email protected]

Examining (Recertification) Mike Farrell 815-247-9181 [email protected]

& Historian

Internet Liaison Jeff Moore 414-791-6992 [email protected]

Member/s at Large Gordy Skattum 815-520-5757 [email protected]

Roy Ervin 815-966-8271 [email protected]

Leslie Regenold 815-389-5542 [email protected]

Steve MacDougall 815-270-0429 [email protected]

Sr. Advisory Barry Beaman 815-234-8558 [email protected]

Art Bird 815-233-1598 [email protected]

Seminar/Scholarships Linda Ruggerio 815-315-3641 [email protected]

Newsletter / VoC Mike Aston 608-743-2887 [email protected]

Other Contacts Name Phone Email

Regional Director Steven Schuelka - - - - - - - - - - [email protected]

Deputy Regional Director Annette Borrelli - - - - - - - - - - [email protected]

Deputy Regional Director Mohammad A. H. Khan - - - - - - - - - - [email protected]

ASQ National Office Cust. Service 800-248-1946 [email protected]

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