Barry Levon Cobb
Durham,NC
Summary
Results-driven process technician with over 30 years of experience in blueprint reading, testing, and overseeing production processes. Proven expertise in resolving production and quality assurance challenges through strategic process improvements, ensuring optimal efficiency and product integrity. Strong communication, time management, and team leadership skills foster success in fast-paced and challenging environments. Eager to leverage extensive skills and knowledge to drive operational excellence and contribute to organizational success.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Documentation Specialist/Quality Assurance
UPI Global Ingredient
03.2022 - Current
- Work closely with Laboratory personnel in comparing documents of COA's and Specification sheets and technical USP, FCC, NF monographs handling data in a state of the arts Laboratory (GLP) Good Laboratory Practice setting.
- As part of the (QA) quality control technical, scientific, compliance and review of data team laboratory procedures, staff communication, documents filing location.
- Support of (cGMP) current Good Manufacturing Practice setting, ensure adherence to applicable SOP's testing protocol and regulatory requirements
- Responsible for performing Data entry and Scanning, Editing, Verifying Documents
- Multitasked and collected data then analyzed the results and input into database
- Provided support to the scientist in the lab, performing QC testing, by ISO 9001 standard and classify information according to guidelines by content purpose user criteria or chronological alphabetical order using ISX system.
- Created documentation for incoming bulk chemicals or materials products, Compile and maintain records, Record and entered data into the database
Manufacturing Associate
Bonney Staffing- Millennium RTP
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Support Machine Operators on the packing line boxing and packing trading cards operating feeding and shrink wrapping machines.
Process Operator
Lotus Bakery
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Support engineers in tooling and assisting in resolving quality and safety tooling issues
- As Project Tooling coordinator, plans and then executes the project through process start to finish
- Investigates the tooling issue then sets up a group brain storm meeting, researching and developing ideas
Driver
Lyft Inc. Rideshare
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Performed vehicle maintenance checks regularly
- Used navigation app to determine the optimal route for each client. interact with clients in a friendly and professional manner. pick up and drop off clients in a punctual and reliable fashion. inventory management Hospitality customer service and also resource management sales
- Maintained appropriate maintenance logbooks and repair logbooks current
Value Process Engineer
GE Aviation
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Support engineers in tooling and assisting in resolving quality and safety tooling issues
- As Project Tooling coordinator, plans and then executes the project through process start to finish
- Investigates the tooling issue then sets up a group brain storm meeting, researching and developing ideas
- Designs and sketches drawings of tooling or fixture parts
- Trouble shoots issues finding the most value in the process by saving time and cutting 25% in cost then by explaining in person or email the details to the maintenance team.
- Oversees tooling modification process and supports tooling engineering and some preventative maintenance activities
- Performs installation, testing, validation, verification and preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment using hand powered tooling to perform assignments
- Suggests practical changes or improvements to equipment, tooling and department work practices
- Programs Ingersol Rand hand held tooling and modifies fixtures.
Lab Technician
Enthalpy Analytical
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Performed cleaning of manufacturing equipment, microscopes, laboratory glassware, fiber optic laser lens, mirrors, lens centering or nozzle tip centering then validated set up and signed off
- Ensured quality control of laboratory procedures, staff communication, equipment functionality, and OSHA/FDA compliance
- Maintained appropriate maintenance logbooks and repair logbooks current
- Responsible for performing leak testing on lab equipment
- Multitasked and collected data then analyzed the results and input into database
- Provided support to the scientist in the lab, performing electrical testing
- Created documentation labels for incoming and outgoing lab canisters
Equipment Technician
Eaton Corporation
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Operated and used a wide variety of precision measuring instruments like CMM table, micrometers, calipers and gauges
- Worked independently with minimal supervision following OSHA regulations
- Develop processes to recover, recycle, or reuse waste or scrap materials from manufacturing operations.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling equipment
- Performed preventative maintenance or calibration of equipment or systems.
- Assembled, tested, or maintained circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
- Adjusted or replaced defective or improperly functioning circuitry or electronics components, using hand tools or soldering iron.
Equipment Technician
Carolina Resources
01.2013 - 04.2014
- Performed editing and programming, navigating in a CMMS system to find and close out work orders, maintaining timely and accurate computerized data entry
- Set up and operated large equipment by programming and edit
- Managed the equipment cycle time for more efficient cycle time
- Helped to develop a new robust training system with engineering, QC and QA Department
- Worked within the management team to drive sales numbers up by over 50%
- Focused on effectively managing our labor and profitability numbers
- Inspired team members to work effectively, by being a team player an assisting
- Consistently exceeded expectations in customer service
Laser Equipment Technician
USA Dutch
01.2011 - 08.2013
- Reviewed work orders and communicated with the prior shift to assess work needs for the day.
- Used measuring instruments to inspect parts.
- Verified that machine setups conformed to specs.
- Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials.
- Operated CNC laser to cut metal and operate press brake to form parts
- Responsible for balancing work orders daily based upon material type
- Increased productivity by 15% through being multi-tasked to produce more product
- Worked with Engineering QA and QC Department inspecting and sampling product
Laser Equipment Technician
Altec Inc.
01.2002 - 06.2009
- Mounted, installed, aligned, and secured tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Modified cutting programs to account for problems encountered during operation and save modified programs.
- Calculated machine speed and feed ratios and the size and position of cuts.
- Input initial part dimensions into machine control panels.
- Entered commands or load control media, such as tapes, cards, or disks, into machine controllers to retrieve programmed instructions.
- Set up and operated computer-controlled machines or robots to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic workpieces.
Laser Equipment Technician
Metrolina Steel Inc.
01.1998 - 10.2001
- Responsible for operation, setup, and programming using Fanuc and Haas control systems of milling machines and lathes
- Inspected sample work pieces to verify conformance with specifications, using instruments such as gauges, micrometers, and dial indicators
- Drove forklift to load sheets of metal onto the laser shelves, wrote and adjusted programs for the laser.
- Adjusted the laser beam for accurate cuts and performed maintenance on the laser including adjusting the mirrors performing gas exchanges.
Laser Equipment Technician
Southeastern Metal Products
01.1995 - 06.1999
- Performed preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on machine shop equipment including CNC machinery, robotic systems, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Made appropriate offset corrections for tool wear and broken tools.
- Actively suggested operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times and reduce costs
- Served as an inspector and set up technician, executing tasks in a timely and accurate manner
Education
Certified Process Technician -
Durham Tech
Durham, NC01.2015
High School Diploma - Biology/Science, Drafting, Art, Math, English
Southern Durham High School
Durham, NC06-1983
Certified Biotechnology - Bio-work Career
Durham Tech
Durham, NC01.2015
Certified Aseptic Manufacturing Training - undefined
Durham Tech
Durham, NC01.2015
Skills
- Manufacturing/Pharmaceutical
- CNC
- Continuous Improvement
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Control
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Quality Assurance
- Project Planning
- Tooling
- Calibration
- Data Management
- Process Engineering
Timeline
Documentation Specialist/Quality Assurance
UPI Global Ingredient
03.2022 - Current
Manufacturing Associate
Bonney Staffing- Millennium RTP
10.2021 - 03.2022
Process Operator
Lotus Bakery
01.2021 - 09.2021
Driver
Lyft Inc. Rideshare
01.2018 - 03.2021
Value Process Engineer
GE Aviation
01.2016 - 07.2017
Lab Technician
Enthalpy Analytical
01.2015 - 03.2016
Equipment Technician
Eaton Corporation
01.2014 - 01.2015
Equipment Technician
Carolina Resources
01.2013 - 04.2014
Laser Equipment Technician
USA Dutch
01.2011 - 08.2013
Laser Equipment Technician
Altec Inc.
01.2002 - 06.2009
Laser Equipment Technician
Metrolina Steel Inc.
01.1998 - 10.2001
Laser Equipment Technician
Southeastern Metal Products
01.1995 - 06.1999
Certified Biotechnology - Bio-work Career
Durham Tech
Certified Aseptic Manufacturing Training - undefined
Durham Tech
Certified Process Technician -
Durham Tech
High School Diploma - Biology/Science, Drafting, Art, Math, English
Southern Durham High School
Section name
Additional Career History Available On LinkedIn Profile