Allen Combs
Inman,SC
Summary
Results-driven Quality Control Inspector touting 25 years of experience examining manufactured products to detect deviations and defects. Dynamic collaborator well-versed in reading and interpreting blueprints and specifications and monitoring overall operations. Familiar with quality testing machines and methods.
Overview
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Work History
Quality Control Inspector, Tessonic, Welder
BMW Manufacturing
Greer, SC
2001 - Current
- Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities.
- Employed refined project management skills for task completion.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
- Generated reports to track performance metrics of team members.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Trained newly hired employees by explaining company procedures, job duties and performance expectations.
- Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
- Adhered to safety protocols to minimize equipment damage and avoid injuries.
Quality Control Technician
Paper Cutters
Travelers Rest, SC
1996 - 2001
- Conducted tests on product samples and recorded results.
- Performed visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts.
- Conducted frequent quality and compliance reviews of production work.
- Provided quality support to ensure that products met quality standards and customer requirements.
- Completed routine inspections of components and products to fulfill quality assurance requirements.
- Monitored and upheld safe operating procedures and clean area mandates to meet regulatory requirements.
- Implemented quality control objectives to resolve production issues, optimize product reliability and reduce costs.
- Monitored production processes for quality control purposes, ensuring that all work is completed according to established standards.
- Collaborated with production personnel concerning any changes made during the manufacturing process which could affect product quality or reliability.
- Audited finished products against applicable industry standards before releasing them for shipment.
- Trained employees in proper equipment use and product testing procedures.
Driving Instructor
Auto Safe Driving School
Greer, SC
1994 - 1996
- Worked closely with on-the-road driver trainers regarding key driving points to emphasize capabilities and needs of individual students.
- Provided support to student drivers and promoted safety and law compliance.
- Conducted on-the-road driver training and required students to apply learning from classroom to demonstrate readiness for licensure.
- Retained current and thorough knowledge of state driving laws and regulations.
- Stressed safe and defensive driving practices in various road conditions using graphic videos to show possible consequences of unsafe practices.
- Guided students through process for obtaining vehicle operator's license in [State].
- Communicated with students and parents to schedule driving lessons.
- Retained thorough and accurate student records and verified conformance with DOT requirements.
- Liaised with DMV and DOT staff to schedule driving tests for students.
- Presented and explained current driving laws and regulations using specific examples of compliance and non-compliance.
- Communicated with other instructors regularly to discuss best practices and provide support when needed.
- Evaluated student's progress during each lesson and documented results in reports.
- Assessed student's abilities after each lesson and tailored future instruction accordingly.
Construction Supervisor
Harper Construction Company
Greer, SC
1990 - 1993
- Inspected daily construction to determine project progress, contract compliance and safety.
- Supervised crew to facilitate top quality and achievement of project milestones.
- Mentored field personnel in executing tasks to complete projects on time and under budget.
- Tracked material usage and contractor hours to align projects with budgets.
- Reported to management with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Mitigated risk, coordinating plans and specifications to ensure safety and OSHA compliance.
- Sustained safety protocols and budget controls by maintaining proper and cost-effective equipment and materials usage.
- Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling and usage of equipment and materials.
- Created weekly schedules and daily workflows to support adequate project coverage.
- Performed general construction services for businesses.
- Prepared regular reports outlining progress made on each project for management review.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers and other professionals regarding design changes and adaptations on-site.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverside Christian Academy
Jackson, KY05-1987
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SCSkills
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Equipment Calibration
- Employee Supervision
Certification
- Certified Welder (CW)
- Tessonics Certification
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector, Tessonic, Welder
BMW Manufacturing
2001 - Current
Quality Control Technician
Paper Cutters
1996 - 2001
Driving Instructor
Auto Safe Driving School
1994 - 1996
Construction Supervisor
Harper Construction Company
1990 - 1993
High School Diploma -
Riverside Christian Academy
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Greenville Technical College