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== Pre-2014 Roles ==
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=== LeasePlan NZ - Software Tester (Apr-2013 - Dec-2014) ===
=== LeasePlan NZ - Software Tester (Apr-2013 - Dec-2014) ===
Full time testing contractor to the IS department, testing a variety of bespoke applications primarily for internal use.
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| [[Skills#Risk Based Testing|Risk Based Testing]], MS-Access VB App Testing, <br />AS-400 Testing, VB Automation Scripts
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:Full time testing contractor to the IS department, testing a variety of bespoke applications primarily for internal use.


* Complex quotation app for car leasing built in MS-Access  
:* Complex quotation app for car leasing built in MS-Access  
* Online driver FBT data collection portal (UI, web security, data flows, emailing)
:* Online driver FBT data collection portal (UI, web security, data flows, emailing)
* Legacy AS-400 system testing
:* Legacy AS-400 system testing
* Developed a test automation framework for AS-400.
:* Developed a test automation framework for AS-400 using VB


At LPNZ I was introduced to testing as a proper profession by my friend [https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinalinwood/ Christina Linwood].  
:At LPNZ I was introduced to testing as a proper profession by my friend [https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinalinwood/ Christina Linwood].  


Attended the NZ Tester Magazine conference, and the Risk Based Testing Workshop by Matt Mansell, it was exhilarating to learn from people passionate about testing.
:Attended the NZ Tester Magazine conference, and the Risk Based Testing Workshop by Matt Mansell, it was exhilarating to learn from people passionate about testing.


=== Primary Caregiver (Sep-2009 - Mar-2013) ===
=== Primary Caregiver (Sep-2009 - Mar-2013) ===
Looking after my two school age children, the house chores, and '''[[Volunteering]]''' for the community
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:Looking after my two school age children, the house chores, and '''[[Volunteering]]''' for the community


=== Monitor Business Machines NZ Ltd - Logistics Manager (Aug-2005 - Aug-2009)===
=== Monitor Business Machines NZ Ltd - Logistics Manager (Aug-2005 - Aug-2009)===
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| [[Skills#Firmware & Embedded System Testing|Firmware & Embedded System Testing]], [[Skills#Manufacturing Resource Planning|Manufacturing Resource Planning]], <br />[[Skills#Electrical & Electronic Engineering|Electrical & Electronic Engineering]], Staff Supervision, Continuous Improvement, <br />Logistics, Mechanical Product Design, Networking (TCP-IP, RS-485, RS-232)
|[[Template:References|Reference]]
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|[http://dirksonline.net/CV/2009MikeOgram.pdf 2009 Mike Ogram]
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* Managed end-to-end logistics and quality control for electronic hardware production and delivery, including procurement, packing, and global shipping.
 
* Managed all aspects of sourcing sub-assemblies from third-party suppliers.
:* Managed end-to-end logistics and quality control for electronic hardware production and delivery, including procurement, packing, and global shipping.
* Supervised staff and casual workers, fostering a culture of customer service and product quality.
:* Managed all aspects of sourcing sub-assemblies from third-party suppliers.
* Continuously reviewed and optimized company procedures to enhance workflows and business information accuracy.
:* Supervised staff and casual workers, fostering a culture of customer service and product quality.
* Implemented innovative solutions to improve production quality and efficiency.
:* Continuously reviewed and optimised company procedures to enhance workflows and business information accuracy.
* Worked closely with mechanical & electronic engineers designing large cash receiving units (similar to ATM’s).
:* Implemented innovative solutions to improve production quality and efficiency.
:* Worked closely with mechanical & electronic engineers designing large cash receiving units (similar to ATM’s).
 
:[[References - Full List#Pre-2014 Roles|Reference]]: [https://dirksonline.net/CV/2009MikeOgram.pdf 2009 Mike Ogram]


=== Primary Caregiver (Sep-2003 - Jul-2005) ===
=== Primary Caregiver (Sep-2003 - Jul-2005) ===
Looking after my two young children and facilitating the renovations of our first home prior to selling and moving to larger home.
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:Looking after my two young children and facilitating the renovations of our first home prior to selling and moving to larger home.


=== University of Auckland - Lab Coordinator & Physics Tutor (Sep-2003 - Jul-2005 part time) ===
=== University of Auckland - Lab Coordinator & Physics Tutor (Sep-2003 - Jul-2005 part time) ===
BTech Opto-electronics lab coordinator & Dept of Maori & Pacific Island Health physics tutor
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:BTech Opto-electronics lab coordinator & Dept of Maori & Pacific Island Health physics tutor


=== Bioengineering Institute - Embedded Software Engineer (Sep 2002 - Aug 2003)===
=== Bioengineering Institute - Embedded Software Engineer (Sep 2002 - Aug 2003)===
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| [[Skills#Firmware & Embedded System Testing|PIC Embedded System Development & Testing]], <br />Bluetooth Protocol, [[Skills#Electrical & Electronic Engineering|Electronics]],  [[Skills#C++, Arduino, ESP32|C++ Programming]]
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|[http://dirksonline.net/CV/2004SimonMalpas.pdf 2004 Simon Malpas]
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Developed an embedded solution with Bluetooth protocol stack for data telemetry from devices implanted in rabbits used for medical research at the University of Auckland.  
:Developed an embedded solution with Bluetooth protocol stack for data telemetry from devices implanted in rabbits used for medical research at the University of Auckland.  
* Bluetooth HCI commands
:* Bluetooth HCI commands
* Protocol stack implemented in low resource PIC micro controler
:* Protocol stack implemented in low resource PIC micro-controller
* Code written in C and cross compiled for multiple device types
:* Code written in C++ and cross compiled for multiple device types
* LabView integration
:* LabView integration
 
:[[References - Full List#Pre-2014 Roles|Reference]]: [https://dirksonline.net/CV/2004SimonMalpas.pdf 2004 Simon Malpas]


===Monitor Business Machines NZ Ltd - Development & Support Engineer (Aug 1997 - Nov 2001)===
===Monitor Business Machines NZ Ltd - Development & Support Engineer (Aug 1997 - Nov 2001)===
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| Customer Support, [[Skills#Firmware & Embedded System Testing|Firmware & Embedded System Testing]], <br />Release Management, Training, [[Skills#Electrical & Electronic Engineering|Electrical & Electronic Engineering]], <br />Networking (TCP-IP, RS-485, RS-232), Project Management
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|[http://dirksonline.net/CV/2001MikeOgram.pdf 2001 Mike Ogram]
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Monitor Business Machines developed a cost management system (mainly tracking photocopying) through networked (RS232/RS485/TCP-IP) electronic swipe card terminals.


My roles and responsibilities covered  
:Monitor Business Machines developed a cost management system (mainly tracking photocopying) through networked (RS232/RS485/TCP-IP) electronic swipe card terminals.
* Global customer support lead
 
* Development and Testing of Hardware, embedded firmware, and software
:My roles and responsibilities covered  
* Release Management
:* Global customer support lead
* Global training  
:* Development and Testing of Hardware, embedded firmware, and software
* Project Manager to develop a casino premium player loyalty program (Terminal & infrastructure hardware and software) for Burswood Casino (Perth)
:* Release Management
* Built a performance test lab for automated testing of firmware and software updates
:* Global training  
* Built numerous test jigs for testing & diagnosing various hardware items
:* Project Manager to develop a casino premium player loyalty program (Terminal & infrastructure hardware and software) for Burswood Casino (Perth)
:* Built a performance test lab for automated testing of firmware and software updates
:* Built numerous test jigs for testing & diagnosing various hardware items
:* CE Mark & RoHS compliance Testing
 
:[[References - Full List#Pre-2014 Roles|Reference]]: [https://dirksonline.net/CV/2001MikeOgram.pdf 2001 Mike Ogram]


===Short Term Contracts (1996 - 1997)===
===Short Term Contracts (1996 - 1997)===
* Cerebos Greggs – Production Planner & documentation
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* Auckland City Council – Ph PABX maintenance & support
| Production Planning, Documentation, <br />Technical Support
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:* Cerebos Greggs – Production Planner & documentation
:* Auckland City Council – Ph PABX maintenance & support


=== Carter Holt Harvey(Tissue Group) - Production Scheduler (1994 - 1996)===
=== Carter Holt Harvey(Tissue Group) - Production Scheduler (1994 - 1996)===
* Production scheduling (MRPII) of diapers and facial tissues
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* Sales forecasting
| Production Planning, Documentation, Specifications <br />Technical Support, Sales Forecasting, VB Automation, AS-400
* Product specifications
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* Continuous improvement projects
:* Production scheduling (MRPII) of diapers and facial tissues
* Developed a VB application to automate the generation of productions plans from data in AS-400
:* Sales forecasting
:* Product specifications
:* Continuous improvement projects
:* Developed a VB application to automate the generation of productions plans from data in AS-400

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