Aaron Tackett
Bedford,IN
Summary
Meticulous QC/QA Tech specializing in asphalt and known for excellent quality assessment skills. Committed to developing actionable objectives to improve asphalt quality and operational efficiency. Analytical QC/QA tech with 5 years of industry experience and unmatched troubleshooting ability. Detail-oriented professional consistently praised for completing job tasks and communicating test results proficiently. Hardworking Quality Control Technician experienced in testing and evaluating all aspects of products. Offering top-notch QC and QA skills developed over 5+ years in asphalt industry. Detail-oriented Quality Control Technician adept at reviewing materials and finished items for compliance with specifications and standards. Skilled in reporting and problem-solving with a history of making a positive impact on operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
QC/QA Technician
Milestone Inc
Bloomington, IN
04.2017 - Current
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections and other established tests.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Inspected finished products for overall quality and adherence to INDOT specifications.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Generated detailed reports outlining results and recommendations.
- Achieved quality assurance operational objectives by preparing and implementing production, productivity and customer-service standards.
- Documented findings and entered into [Program] for tracking.
- Maintained and improved product quality by completing INDOT audits.
- Developed quality assurance plans by conducting hazard analyses, identifying critical control points and establishing critical limits.
- Analyzed test data to determine performance and reliability of materials
- Adjusted, repaired and replaced defective parts and materials.
- Inspected, verified and documented quantifiable characteristics of finished goods by comparing against customer specifications and company quality standards.
- Routinely tested products to align temperature, specifications and ingredient levels with best practices and quality standards.
- Educated employees on specific QA standards and confirmed maintenance of standards.
- Kept inspection journals and daily summary logs as required.
- Monitored product standards and quality-control programs.
- Halted production line in case of major non-compliance of specifications, standards or quality discovered during inspection process.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Fixed identified issues to increase productivity and boost workflows.
Parts Dept
Bedford Ford
Bedford, IN
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked and well-organized.
- Walked through department multiple times each shift to evaluate and correct issues such as cleaning and stock replenishment needs.
- Maintained clean, adequately stocked and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
- Examined incoming inventory, merchandised shelves and prevented shrinkage.
- Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
- Mentored new sales associates to contribute to store's positive culture.
- Managed customer phone calls and helped mechanics with parts they needed
Education
APAI Certification - Asphalt Specifications For Indiana
APAI Program
Indianapolis, IN06.2018
Certified Aggregate Technician - Indiana Aggregates
Certified Aggregate Producer Program
Indianapolis, IN06.2017
High School Diploma -
Canyon Del
Tucson05.2001
Skills
- Non-Compliance Assessment
- Testing Documentation
- Quality Control Data Compilation
- Test Results Interpretation
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Test Planning
- Finished Goods Inspection
- Samples Comparison
- Quality Assurance Requirements
- Specifications Conformance
- Audit Assistance
- Team Collaboration
- Compliance Assurance
- Attentive and Observant
- Data Capture and Analysis
- Quality Issue Identification
- Correction Action Planning
- Laboratory Equipment Calibration
- Environmental Sampling and Testing
- System Corrections
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Materials Analyses
- Consistent Procedure and Protocol Use
- Corrective Actions
- Data Analysis
- Chemical Handling
- Information Confidentiality
- Document Quality
- Compatibility Testing
- Quality Assurance Evaluation
- System Inspections
- Internal Audits
- Duty Assignments
- Safety Procedures
- Stability Sampling
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Safety Assurance
Timeline
QC/QA Technician
Milestone Inc
04.2017 - Current
Parts Dept
Bedford Ford
01.2015 - 04.2017
APAI Certification - Asphalt Specifications For Indiana
APAI Program
Certified Aggregate Technician - Indiana Aggregates
Certified Aggregate Producer Program
High School Diploma -
Canyon Del