Ron Laswick

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Ron Laswick 280 Bartley Bull Parkway, (905) 452-0636 Brampton, ON. L6W-2L3 rlaswick@rogers.com Career Objective: Product Development Support Technician - Electromechanical Key Accomplishments and Awards • 1997 Canadian Manning Innovation Award winner www.manningawards.ca/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0phcHQR_D5Q for the design of a novel automatic gas powered resuscitation device that solved a serious problem faced by Shell Canada in the oil refinement industry that permitted resuscitation efforts to be carried out in toxic gas environments. • Inventor, concept designer, initial prototype creator and collaborative developer of all patented, novel medical respiratory gas powered manual and automatic resuscitation devices and spin-off technologies, manufactured and successfully commercialized globally by O-Two Medical Technologies http://www.otwo.com/ since 1992. Recently submitted a proposed solution for the BP oil leak. BP received 80,000 ideas to solve the problem. http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-458623 Summary of Qualifications • I have acquired many years of hands-on practical experience in product design and development, manufacturing and aftermarket product service environments. My proven strengths and areas of expertise are initial innovative concept and prototype development, troubleshooting and providing prompt, quality assembly installations or repairs with attention to detail. Innovative Product Development • I have a demonstrated track record for innovative product design, development and commercialization of many patented, award winning medical devices in use globally today. • Product concept design, prototyping, testing, and prototype/production test fixtures. • Magnetic Resonance Imaging device compatibility and safety testing. • Design and development of complex micro-pneumatic logic control circuits and mechanical devices. • Conducted Patent Searches and processed Patent Applications. • ISO 9001 Design Control procedures and ISO 13485:2003 processes. • FMEA Failure Mode and Effects Analysis. • Exposure to Medical Device Licensing and FDA requirements. • Some experience using Solid Works 3D design software. Manufacturing Environments • Managed all Quality Assurance aspects of manufacturing operations, including inspection of manufactured components and in-process activities, calibration and maintenance of test and measurement equipment and instrumentation, development of all process and procedure control documentation, assessment of manufacturing problems, military & standards/regulatory body organizations audits (FDA and ISO). • Developed manufacturing processes, procedures and all related assembly and testing documents. • Set-up and maintenance of manufacturing assembly/test fixtures and test equipment, including specialized equipment such as Eximer Lasers used to micro-machine flow orifices. • Provided technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing and trained production personnel. Aftermarket Product Service • Extensive experience with both manual and automatic emergency medical resuscitation devices, oxygen demand valves, self contained breathing apparatus, oxygen therapy delivery systems including pressure regulators, vacuum generators, pressure relief, shut-off and directional control valves, medical electronic and mechanical suction systems, flow control and gas metering devices, and many other types of biomedical devices. • Micro-pneumatic circuit component service, electronics servicing, soldering, electro-mechanical repair, automotive repair, computer repair, electrical wiring, appliance servicing, plumbing, small gasoline engine repair. • A strong ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex problems. • Working knowledge and use of test equipment – electronic & mechanical. • Product service both on and off site. • Overhaul and repair of pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders, oil less and lubricated vacuum pumps and compressors, blowers, pneumatic logic and control devices, air powered drills and grinding tools, automation equipment used in manufacturing facilities, robotic control systems and accessories. • Certified GAST Manufacturing oil less and lubricated vacuum pumps and compressors service technician. Management Roles • Leadership skills in coordinating and supervising Quality Assurance and Engineering Design team personnel efforts to meet goals and resolve issues. • Synergistically engaged with the team in an intellectual effort to achieve significantly reduced product manufacturing costs through device and process simplification across multiple product lifecycles. • Product and service training both on and off site. • Developed user and product service manuals. • Managed and supervised a network of 19 appliance service centers across Ontario. Professional Experience Wainbee Limited 2007 - 2008 Pneumatic Tools and Devices Service Manager/Technician • I was responsible for providing complete service and support for all pneumatic tools, devices and accessories sold. • Devices included both oil less and lubricated vacuum pumps and compressors, blowers, pneumatic logic and control devices, air powered drills and grinding tools, automation equipment used in manufacturing facilities, robotic control systems and accessories. Random Technologies Canada 2004 - 2007 Product Concept Designer/ Product Development Manager • Developed product concept designs and prototypes for a start-up technology firm engaged in a project to develop novel devices. • Created concept designs, project planning, sourcing of external engineering services, test plan and part procurement. • I also supervised and guided the design team. The project was terminated due to a lack of investment funding. O-Two Medical Technologies 2001 - 2004 Research and Development Manager • Supervised and collaboratively guided the Engineering design team through the development stages of several products. • I was responsible for maintenance of ISO-9001 Design Control documentation. • Provided supervision of technicians and manufacturing personnel throughout all product design and development phases. • Planned development activities to meet or exceed delivery time scales and budget targets. • I provided technology transfer from Research and Development to manufacturing personnel. O-Two Medical Technologies 1993 - 2001 Product Concept Designer • Developed product concept designs and prototypes for multiple novel medical device innovations from the idea stage, prototyping, troubleshooting and testing through to the manufacturing stage. • Environmental & life cycle testing of design products and actively took part in all Design Review activities. • Magnetic Resonance Imaging device compatibility and safety testing. • Generated technical documentation for manufacturing assembly and testing procedures, as well as user and service manuals. • Concept design and installation of manufacturing test fixtures and production equipment. • Assessed manufacturing problems and implemented product solutions/improvements to reduce manufacturing costs and to simplify product assembly. • I performed set-up and maintenance of manufacturing assembly and test fixtures and test equipment. • Researched and developed new technologies to improve product design, reliability and lower manufacturing costs. • Performed Patent Searches and processed Patent Applications. O-Two Systems International 1990 - 1993 Quality Assurance Manager • Having extensive product knowledge learned through product service, I advanced to Quality Assurance Manager responsible for all quality aspects of medical device manufacturing operations, which included inspection of all manufactured components and in-process activities, calibration and maintenance of test and measurement equipment and instrumentation, development of all process and procedure control documentation, assessment of manufacturing problems with solutions, military & standards/regulatory body organizations audits (FDA and ISO). • I supervised and managed a team of Quality Assurance and manufacturing personnel. O-Two Systems International 1986 - 1990 Service Manager • I entered this business as a field service technician, learned all service aspects of the products and then developed a method to grow the business. I advanced myself to Service Manager. Department head of service for manufactured products, provided on-site service and training to fire departments, ambulance services and hospitals, developed product service procedure manuals, and provided on-going product improvement suggestions to Engineering Department. I set up, supervised and managed a network of service centres across Ontario. This involved initial outlet set-up, hiring, training, promotions, weekly sales status reports, monthly staff meetings, and advertisements. Education • Humber College Electronics Certificate Program – Digital Equipment & Systems. • Ontario Secondary School Diploma with emphasis on technical courses. Interests • Researching new technologies, science and physics, inventing unique solutions to everyday problems, music, camping and biking.

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