Brian Cooper
About Brian Cooper
Brian Cooper is a Quality Engineering Manager with extensive experience in product quality management and metallurgical testing. He has worked at MANN+HUMMEL Group since 2015 and has held various quality engineering roles in the automotive and medical industries.
Current Role at MANN+HUMMEL Group
Brian Cooper serves as the Manager of Project Quality at MANN+HUMMEL Group, a position he has held since 2015. He is based in Portage, Michigan, and has accumulated nine years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring that product quality is maintained throughout the production cycle.
Previous Experience in Quality Engineering
Prior to his current role, Brian Cooper worked at Johnson Controls as a Supplier Quality Engineer from 2012 to 2013 and as a Quality Engineer from 2005 to 2012. He also gained experience as a Quality Technician at Stryker from 2002 to 2005. His diverse background in quality engineering spans over a decade and includes significant roles in the automotive and medical industries.
Educational Background and Training
Brian Cooper studied at Kalamazoo Valley Community College, focusing on Engineering and Computer Aided Design, where he completed the Engineering Transfer Program from 2009 to 2011. He also attended Allegan County Technical Center, earning a Certificate in Electromechanics from 1998 to 2000, and graduated from Plainwell High School with a Diploma in Mechanical Drafting/Electromechanical from 1996 to 2000.
Expertise in Advanced Product Quality Planning
Brian Cooper possesses expertise in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), a critical process for ensuring product quality from the design phase through production. His knowledge in this area is complemented by his strong background in ISO/TS/FDA Standards, which are vital for maintaining compliance and quality in various industries.
Technical Skills in Metallurgical Testing and CAD Systems
Brian Cooper has extensive experience in metallurgical testing, including the programming and operation of Instron machines for various testing methods such as tensile, compression, and fatigue testing. He is also trained in multiple CAD systems, including AutoCAD, Pro/Engineer Wildfire 5.0, Autodesk Inventor, Solidworks, and Revit, which enhances his capabilities in engineering design and quality management.