Berhanu Abay
Summary
Detail-oriented Quality Control Technician adept at reviewing materials and finished items for compliance with specifications and standards. Skilled in reporting and problem-solving with a history of making a positive impact on operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced QC Technician
Maxar
05.2018 - Current
- Propulsion certified for: EP PROP. EAGE LAB, AIT, Certified X-ray reader
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Reviewed and validated quality requirements for manufacturing planning, supplier purchase orders, and engineering specifications to meet contract compliance regulations.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Collaborated with production staff to improve processes, reduce defects and optimize quality.
- Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.
- Developed and implemented quality control processes to meet product standards.
- Tracked and analyzed product quality data to identify trends and insights.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Identify local continuous improvement efforts and ensure process control.
- Develop, implement, and maintain control plans.
- Identify quality issues through recurring NCR/HTR/TAR/ECR/ECN occurrences within
- Support program critical efforts as required by QMS, PMO, or QPR.
- Collaborated with project managers, ME, and RF/electrical personnel to troubleshoot and overcome obstacles related to spacecraft build.
- Maintain Utilized team center and Creo view to assist spacecraft build sequence.
Chemical Technician
Quantum Technology
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Clean Laboratory equipment such as glassware, metal instruments and different lab machine parts
- Mixing water and detergents / acids onto container to prepare cleaning solution according to SOP
- Efficiently organized and maintained equipment to keep laboratory productive and safe.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Restocked laboratory work stations and sterilized surfaces to maintain readiness for any project requirement..
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Handled chemicals such as nitric acid, sulfuric acid and hydrofluoric acid using strict safety protocols.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Machine Operator
HGST A Western Digital
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Hard drive testing and safety operator (clean room rated)
- Trouble shoot mechanical issues and fix malfunction on the testing machine
- Interface with other department to develop efficiency testing method to save company time and money
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
Quality Control Inspector
Hitachi Global Storage
03.2014 - 07.2016
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Developed and implemented inspection processes to define criteria and quality control measures.
- Work as Quality control and supervising machine operators, adjusting machine as needed on taking out and installing machine molds.
- Perform inspections of purchased hardware, and completed sub-assemblies
- Perform rework / reject assembly products as required
- Record accurate data of all test equipment results of inspection and testing
- Maintain all controlled document files and test records in a timely and accurate manner
- Coordinate calibration of all test equipment and fixtures
- Monitor critical equipment and instrumentation to ensure proper operation and calibration
- Verify compliance of process controls at machining and assembly areas
- Verify quality control standards are maintained
- Verify quality through testing raw materials and in-process samples
- Trained all new hires in policies and procedures
Education
Certificate - Bio Tech
Bio Tech Technical Bio Health College
San Jose, CA02.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Mechanical Engineering
Saint Mary's University College
Ethiopia01.2005
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Specifications Understanding
- Calibration Standards
- Compliance Verification
- Visual Inspection
- Documentation Skills
- Audit Assistance
- Documentation Expertise
- Lean Manufacturing
Timeline
Advanced QC Technician
Maxar
05.2018 - Current
Chemical Technician
Quantum Technology
01.2017 - 03.2018
Machine Operator
HGST A Western Digital
02.2016 - 02.2017
Quality Control Inspector
Hitachi Global Storage
03.2014 - 07.2016
Certificate - Bio Tech
Bio Tech Technical Bio Health College
Bachelor of Arts - Mechanical Engineering
Saint Mary's University College
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