Ryan Stanko
Quality Management | Process Optimization | Supplier Oversight | Root Cause Analysis | Cross-Functional Leadership | Automotive Industry Expert
- Role
- Quality Assurance Manager at Firefly Aerospace
- Location
- Austin, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ryan Stanko
As a dynamic and growth-focused leader, I have extensive experience in spearheading quality initiatives and leading cross-functional teams in the automotive industry. My career reflects a consistent trajectory of success in optimizing production processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and achieving measurable improvements in product quality.Being a forward-thinking strategist, I have cultivated a reputation for addressing complex technical challenges and implementing innovative solutions that drive significant business outcomes. I am known for my ability to adapt quickly to evolving industry demands and for fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.As a compassionate and motivational professional, I strive to inspire my teams by providing clear direction and support, ensuring that each member is empowered to achieve their best. I strive to provide value as a company resource and have consistently achieved recognition, awards, and promotional opportunities due to my commitment to excellence and results-driven approach.A few of my career highlights include:• Played a pivotal role in improving supplier quality issues by >15% through the application of stringent control plans and production countermeasures, leading to a more robust and reliable supply chain.• Spearheaded the elimination of a significant Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) issue impacting ~20% of production vehicles, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction and product reliability.• Secured key suppliers for a major electric vehicle manufacturer during a critical production ramp-up phase, contributing to a 35% improvement in supply chain efficiency within a tight deadline.• Mentored and coached junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and problem-solving, which resulted in a 50% increase in team productivity and efficiency in resolving quality issues.“Quality without results is pointless. Results without quality is boring.” — Johan Cruyff
Experience
Quality Assurance Manager
Apr 2025 — Present · Cedar Park, TX, US
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science - BS
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