Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
DSQR certification
Timeline
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Benjamin Carden

Catoosa,OK

Summary

A seasoned Quality Control Team Leader with a proven track record at LMI Aerospace, I excel in enhancing product quality and team efficiency. Skilled in product inspection and fostering excellent communication, I've led teams to significantly improve processes and adherence to quality standards, showcasing my problem-solving abilities and multitasking prowess.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Control Team Leader

ASTRA MFG
12.2022 - Current
  • Adapted procedures to mitigate issues and improve deficiencies.
  • Revised and drafted policies and procedures to address deficiencies comprehensively.
  • Advised and led process improvement team with deliberation, leadership and strategic planning.
  • Documented nonconforming material and reported to appropriate team leaders for review and assessment.

Quality Control Specialist

LMI Aerospace
12.2017 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent adherence to quality standards across all products.
  • Inspected finished goods to verify conformance with customer specifications and company quality standards.
  • onsite for LMI for gulfstream as a source inspector for two years.

Horizontal Grinder/CNC Plasma Operator

Master Kraft Tooling
09.2011 - 12.2015
  • Supported quality control efforts by performing routine inspections on finished products and adjusting work accordingly to adhere to strict tolerances.
  • Enhanced safety in the workplace by following established guidelines and procedures for grinder operation.
  • Completed deburring, buffing and polishing materials according to strict tolerances.
  • Streamlined operations by identifying areas for improvement within the grinding process, making necessary adjustments as needed.

Production Machine Operator

Zeledyn Glass Plant (ford)
04.2008 - 07.2010
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Organized and cleaned work area to meet standards, keep tidy and prevent injuries.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal performance.

CNC Mill Machinist

Acurus
02.2006 - 03.2008
  • Improved product quality by meticulously setting up and operating CNC mills for precision machining.
  • Increased accuracy of machined parts by consistently maintaining tight tolerances in all operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA
03-2020

Skills

  • Product inspection
  • Non-conformance reporting
  • Team Training
  • Sampling methods
  • Problem-solving
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication

Accomplishments

  • multiple years in aerospace working with the top business's in the world

Certification

  • First Aid Certification
  • Forklift Certification
  • CPR/AED Certification

DSQR certification

on site inspector that is able to buy off parts for triumph when they are not in town. had to take finish and pass a test 80% or better to qualify

Timeline

Quality Control Team Leader

ASTRA MFG
12.2022 - Current

Quality Control Specialist

LMI Aerospace
12.2017 - 12.2023

Horizontal Grinder/CNC Plasma Operator

Master Kraft Tooling
09.2011 - 12.2015

Production Machine Operator

Zeledyn Glass Plant (ford)
04.2008 - 07.2010

CNC Mill Machinist

Acurus
02.2006 - 03.2008

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster Career School
Benjamin Carden