amy kinkead
Princeton
Summary
Results-driven Quality Control Inspector at Encore Wire with expertise in defect identification and quality management. Enhanced product quality through meticulous inspections and streamlined processes, reducing rejection rates significantly. Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills fostered collaboration with production teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards and improving overall efficiency.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Encore Wire
08.2016 - Current
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Reduced product rejection rates by collaborating with production teams to address quality issues proactively.
- Actively participated in regular audits to verify compliance with industry regulations and company policies, ensuring continued certification and enhanced credibility within the market.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing standardized inspection processes and procedures.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Played an integral role in achieving company-wide safety goals by diligently enforcing proper handling practices during all stages of the inspection process.
- Streamlined the inspection process, resulting in quicker identification of defects and faster corrective actions.
- Reduced waste by implementing stricter quality control measures during manufacturing process.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting detailed inspections of incoming materials, ensuring alignment with company standards.
- Streamlined inspection procedures to increase speed of quality checks without compromising on thoroughness.
- Reduced return rates with proactive quality control measures and detailed product inspections prior to shipment.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
- Weighed products prior to shipment to confirm accuracy.
Electrician
Oak Creek Homes
07.2005 - 09.2007
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Improved electrical system safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Maintained compliance with local codes and regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
Security Installation Technician
Advanced Alarm Technology
05.1989 - 04.2001
- Worked closely with manufacturers to resolve technical issues promptly, reducing downtime for customers.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by coordinating effectively with other tradespeople involved in construction or renovation projects.
- Enhanced security system performance by troubleshooting and repairing faulty equipment.
- Reduced customer complaints by providing timely and efficient installations of security systems.
- Improved system functionality by updating software and firmware regularly.
- Streamlined installation processes by creating detailed work plans and schedules for each project, resulting in reduced downtime for clients.
- Mitigated risks associated with unauthorized access through the installation of high-quality security devices, providing clients with peace of mind.
- Conducted site surveys to assess clients'' needs, helping to customize security solutions for each location.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and technological advancements, ensuring the highest quality of service for clients.
- Assisted customers in understanding their security systems, resulting in increased confidence in the technology provided.
- Provided training sessions for new technicians, sharing best practices and promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on installed systems to ensure optimal functioning and prevent potential issues.
- Implemented customized wiring solutions to accommodate unique building layouts while maintaining professional appearance.
- Performed installations of high-tech security systems, which included access and elevator controls, alarms and video surveillance systems.
- Installed access and elevator controls, alarms and video surveillance systems.
- Installed, tested and serviced alarm and associated systems for commercial and residential customers.
- Fully installed fire alarms and various security devices.
- Demonstrated features and functionality of alarm systems to customers.
- Read and understood product manuals and blueprints.
- Tested all newly installed fire alarms.
- Assisted with electrical installations of lighting and smoke detectors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Armorel High School
Blytheville, ARSkills
- Quality control
- Visual inspection
- Product inspection
- Visual inspections
- Defect identification
- Inspections and reviews
- Quality processes
- Inspection procedures
- Materials testing
- Packaging inspection
- Quality management
- Production experience
- Measurement techniques
- Training and mentorship
- Dimensional inspection
- Surface inspection
- Equipment calibration
- Test equipment operation
- Employee supervision
- Non-destructive testing
- Process improvement
- Blueprint interpretation
- Blueprint reading
- OSHA compliance
- Specifications reading
- Schematics
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Quantity verification
- Sample testing
- Decision-making
- Product testing
- Equipment function testing
- Overhead crane operation
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Encore Wire
08.2016 - Current
Electrician
Oak Creek Homes
07.2005 - 09.2007
Security Installation Technician
Advanced Alarm Technology
05.1989 - 04.2001
High School Diploma -
Armorel High School
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