Andrew Brannen
About Andrew Brannen
Andrew Brannen serves as the Director of Quality at Spectrum Brands, Inc., where he has worked since 2016. He has a strong background in regulatory compliance and quality management systems, supported by his Six Sigma Black Belt certification and extensive experience across various organizations.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Andrew Brannen has been serving as the Director of Quality at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2016. In this role, he oversees quality management systems and ensures compliance with industry standards. His responsibilities include managing regulatory compliance and implementing quality assurance processes. Brannen's leadership contributes to maintaining high-quality standards across the company's product lines.
Previous Experience in Quality Management
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Andrew Brannen held several key positions in quality management. He worked at QSC Audio as the Director of Quality/Test Engineering from 2011 to 2014. Prior to that, he was the Director of Quality Assurance at STEC, Inc. from 2007 to 2010. His earlier experience includes a role as Principal Product Engineer in NPI Program Management at Western Digital from 2004 to 2007.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Brannen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems from the University of Phoenix, which he completed in 2011. He also studied Project Management at the University of California, Irvine, where he achieved a Certificate in Regulatory Affairs Management. His educational background supports his extensive experience in quality management and regulatory compliance.
Certifications and Skills
Andrew Brannen possesses a Six Sigma Black Belt certification, demonstrating his expertise in process improvement and quality management methodologies. He has extensive experience in regulatory compliance, quality management systems, and trending analysis. Brannen is skilled in handling complaints, Medical Device Reports (MDRs), Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and recalls. He also has expertise in ETQ scripting for events and form creation.