Jim Burke
About Jim Burke
Jim Burke is the Director of Quality Assurance at Procter & Gamble, with extensive experience in quality assurance leadership, lean manufacturing, and process engineering.
Director Quality Assurance at Procter & Gamble
Jim Burke has held the position of Director of Quality Assurance at Procter & Gamble since 2018, stationed in Newbridge, County Kildare, Ireland. In this role, his focus has been on ensuring the highest standards of quality in products and processes. With a strong emphasis on the medical devices sector, Burke utilizes his expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Progressive Maintenance, and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance). His leadership in this area underscores Procter & Gamble's commitment to quality and reliability.
Operations Manager at Procter & Gamble
Prior to his current director role, Jim Burke served as the Operations Manager at Procter & Gamble for 24 years, from 1994 to 2018, in Ireland. Throughout this period, he was responsible for overseeing production operations, developing efficient manufacturing processes, and ensuring operational excellence. His strong background in manufacturing equipment design and process engineering was pivotal in driving operational improvements and maintaining high production standards.
Applications/Design Engineer at Shuttleworth Inc
Jim Burke worked at Shuttleworth Inc as an Applications/Design Engineer from 1989 to 1994 in Ireland. During his tenure, he was involved in designing and implementing specialized applications for manufacturing processes. His contributions in this role highlighted his technical expertise and ability to translate engineering principles into practical solutions for manufacturing challenges.
Quality Engineering Liaison at Yazaki Corporation
Jim Burke's professional journey includes a role as Quality Engineering Liaison at Yazaki Corporation from 1988 to 1989 in the United Kingdom. In this capacity, he served as a bridge between engineering and quality assurance teams, ensuring the seamless integration of quality protocols in engineering projects. This position furnished him with valuable experience in cross-functional collaboration and quality management within the manufacturing sector.
Engineering Studies at Munster Technological University and Cork Institute of Technology
Jim Burke pursued his education in engineering at Munster Technological University and Cork Institute of Technology, earning a BTech and Bachelor's degree respectively in Mechanical Engineering. From 1983 to 1988, this academic foundation provided him with comprehensive knowledge and skills in engineering principles, laying the groundwork for his future professional endeavors in quality assurance and manufacturing process optimization.