Tom Furey
About Tom Furey
Tom Furey is a Manufacturing Engineer at Boston Scientific with extensive experience in various engineering roles across multiple companies.
Current Role at Boston Scientific
Tom Furey currently works at Boston Scientific as a Manufacturing Engineer. He joined the company in 2019 and has been contributing his expertise in manufacturing processes in Maple Grove, MN. His role involves implementing Lean Manufacturing techniques, conducting FMEA, and leading root cause analysis to identify and resolve manufacturing issues.
Work Experience at Olympus
Tom Furey worked at Olympus in Brooklyn Park, MN from 2014 to 2018 as a Manufacturing Engineer after a brief period as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer on a contract in 2014. During his tenure, he honed his skills in Six Sigma methodologies and Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize manufacturing processes. These roles allowed him to play a significant part in improving production efficiencies and ensuring product reliability.
Earlier Roles in Engineering and Quality Assurance
Prior to his time at Olympus, Tom Furey worked at Galil Medical as a Quality Engineer from 2013 to 2014 in Arden Hills, MN. He also held the position of Product/Design Engineer at HEI Inc in Victoria, MN from 2011 to 2013. Earlier in his career, he worked at Corventis, Inc as a Manufacturing Engineer, at Cypress Semiconductor as a Manufacturing and Yield Engineer, and at PolarFab and VTC in various engineering roles. This extensive experience has significantly contributed to his well-rounded expertise in both manufacturing and quality assurance.
Educational Background
Tom Furey holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from the University of Minnesota, which he completed from 1994 to 1996. Additionally, he studied Philosophy and achieved a Bachelor of Arts from the University of St. Thomas between 1974 and 1978. His educational background laid a strong foundation for his technical skills and analytical approach to problem-solving in manufacturing engineering.
Certifications and Specialized Skills
Tom Furey is certified as a Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards, ensuring compliance in manufacturing processes. He applies Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements and quality enhancements. His proficiency includes conducting Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), developing and executing Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) protocols, and leading Root Cause Analysis. These skills make him a valuable asset in optimizing manufacturing processes and enhancing product quality.