Alphonso Truss
Oxford,AL
Summary
As an attentive Quality Engineer, I am always prepared to address and rectify production deficiencies or errors. I contribute to limiting liability by employing advanced foresight and predictive methods in all proposed designs and manufacturing procedures. I am a reliable source of efficient and profitable development workflows. I am a highly motivated individual eager to embrace new challenges, with a robust work ethic, adaptability, and outstanding interpersonal abilities. I excel at operating independently and acquiring new skills rapidly.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Engineer
Eissmann Automotive NA
Pell City, AL
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Utilized customer feedback analysis to identify opportunities for improving product quality.
- Performed data analysis to identify root causes of quality issues and developed corrective actions.
- Analyzed customer complaints and feedback, conducted investigations, and implemented appropriate corrective actions.
- Reviewed engineering drawings, process specifications, test requirements, inspection plans, and other technical documents for accuracy.
- Investigated non-conformances using problem solving techniques such as 8D or 5 Why's methodologies.
- Developed reports summarizing key metrics related to product quality including defect rates, cycle time reduction efforts.
- Organized meetings with stakeholders to discuss current issues regarding product quality assurance programs.
- Updated control plans, test inspections, work instructions, and all process-related documents in response to Engineering changes, PPAP approval, Customer quality agreements, Corrective and Preventive actions, Continuous improvement projects.
- Coordinated testing activities according to approved protocols and documented results accurately in a timely manner.
- Enhanced QZ Scorecard metrics including Internal Scrap, PPM Customers, Quality Costs, and Special Status Notifications from Customers
Quality Engineer II
Kasai North America, Inc. Talladega Plant
Talladega, AL
02.2018 - 05.2023
- Conducted reviews of design documentation to verify compliance with quality assurance standards.
- Monitored defect resolution activities to ensure that issues are addressed promptly and effectively.
- Performed root cause analysis on identified defects in order to determine corrective action plans.
- Assisted in developing strategies for improving overall product quality across multiple departments.
- Tested functionality, performance and compliance of each product against design specifications to maintain strong development standards and high customer satisfaction.
- Performed data analysis on quality issues and weaknesses to generate findings for enhancement recommendations.
- Reviewed engineering drawings, process specifications, test requirements, inspection plans, and other technical documents for accuracy.
Quality Engineer
Honda Manufacturing of Alabama (Aerotek)
Lincoln, AL
05.2014 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop solutions that improve overall product quality.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining findings from investigations into customer complaints or other sources of information.
- Performed root cause analysis for detected faults and developed corrective actions.
- Analyzed dimensions of drawings to verify accuracy of various measures.
- Served as liaison between HMA and local suppliers, facilitating effective problem-solving.
- Utilized LEAN Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives resulting in enhanced operational performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12-2026
Associate of Science - Automotive Manufacturing Technology
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL10-2018
Skills
- Configuration and Troubleshooting
- Failure Investigation and Analysis
- IMDS Submission
- Control Plan Development
- Six Sigma Methodologies
- PPAP Submissions
- SOP Development
- Non-conformance reports
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Root cause identification
- Corrective and Preventive Actions
- Quality Documentation
Timeline
Quality Engineer
Eissmann Automotive NA
06.2023 - 05.2024
Quality Engineer II
Kasai North America, Inc. Talladega Plant
02.2018 - 05.2023
Quality Engineer
Honda Manufacturing of Alabama (Aerotek)
05.2014 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Jacksonville State University
Associate of Science - Automotive Manufacturing Technology
Gadsden State Community College
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