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Andrew Thorne

Broken Arrow,United States

Summary

Detail-oriented QCI and Boiler/Pressure Vessel Inspector with a Green Belt certification in Six Sigma, well-versed in qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques. Demonstrated knowledge of scientific principles and aerospace and nautical specifications. Strong background in collecting and analyzing quality measures and making recommendations for process and quality improvements with an active security clearance.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Loss Control Inspector

Hartford Steam Boiler
04.2023 - Current
  • Mentored junior inspectors, sharing knowledge and experience to develop their skills in the field.
  • Reduced loss ratios by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Collaborated with underwriting teams to evaluate risk profiles and recommend appropriate coverage for clients.
  • Established strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service during the inspection process.

QC Specialist

CAE USA
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Developed SOP's to implement and maintain positive workflow.
  • Coordinated with vendors in regard to vendor returns and factoring customer satisfaction.
  • Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis.
  • Determined root cause of deviations and non-conforming results and implemented appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
  • Lead in process improvement project for green belt certification.

QC Chemist (Lead)

Argen
07.2020 - 12.2021
  • Participated in new process development and process optimization programs to enhance overall system capabilities.
  • Advised chemists and laboratory technicians on existing and emerging quality control methods to enhance testing and research capabilities.
  • Operated specialized scientific equipment and performed complex procedures to execute high-level analytical testing tasks.

Quality Assurance Technician

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
09.2019 - 04.2020
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues related to the Navy Nuclear program.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Utilized NDT methods for high pressure systems implemented to the project.

Program Manager

US Navy
08.2015 - 08.2019
  • Provided ownership of the ship's audits, surveillance, and material control programs.
  • Conducted training on several processes intradepartmentally, specifically quality processes.
  • Stood supervisory watches within steam systems.
  • Participated in ORSE to reach a satisfactory resolution.

Education

BBA - Management

Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Coweta High School
Coweta, OK
05.2015

Skills

  • QMS/ISO9001/ASME
  • Six Sigma
  • Corrective Actions/Root Causes
  • Radiological Experience
  • Microsoft Office
  • Communication

Certification

Six Sigma - Green Belt

NDT Level II - VT, PT, MT, UT

Timeline

Loss Control Inspector

Hartford Steam Boiler
04.2023 - Current

QC Specialist

CAE USA
01.2022 - 03.2023

QC Chemist (Lead)

Argen
07.2020 - 12.2021

Quality Assurance Technician

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
09.2019 - 04.2020

Program Manager

US Navy
08.2015 - 08.2019

BBA - Management

Oklahoma State University

High School Diploma -

Coweta High School

Six Sigma - Green Belt

NDT Level II - VT, PT, MT, UT

Andrew Thorne