Nataya Parkinson
Newnan,GA
Summary
Well qualified Quality Technician with a track record of enhancing product quality at Duracell by identifying improvement areas and reducing defect rates. Spearheaded quality training, leveraging in-process inspection and testing procedures skills. Excelled in fostering interdepartmental cooperation and maintaining rigorous quality standards, demonstrating exceptional specifications understanding and effective communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Technician
Duracell
09.2020 - Current
- Performed thorough inspections of outgoing products.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
- Developed training materials and educate employees on best practices for maintaining high-quality products.
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
Quality Control Lead Inspector
Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation
02.2011 - 10.2019
- Facilitated clear communication between production teams and management regarding quality control matters, fostering collaboration toward shared goals.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives through active participation in training sessions related to quality control best practices.
- Played a crucial role in cross training QA team on all areas within the quality department.
- Mentored new hires within the department, providing guidance on company policies and procedures as well as job-specific tasks.
- Delegated tasks efficiently, maximizing the use of resources while maintaining high-quality output from the team members.
- Implemented innovative solutions to resolve recurring issues, increasing overall departmental success.
Quality Control Inspector/Receiving Clerk
Cargill
09.2006 - 02.2011
- Monitor product to ensure product is made to customer Specification.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Ensured accurate receipts of inbound deliveries and recorded receiving data.
- Reduced errors and discrepancies by meticulously verifying shipment contents against purchase orders and invoices.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through diligent data entry, updating, and filing.
- Improved supplier relations by communicating professionally with vendors about order discrepancies and required adjustments.
- Complied with safety regulations during all receiving tasks, reducing workplace accidents and injuries effectively.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
CVCC
Phenix City, AL05.2004
Skills
- Specifications understanding
- In-Process Inspection
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Quality Training
- Receiving
- Invoice Verification
- Product Inspection
- Invoice and Manifest Review
- Microsoft Office
- SAP
- Kronos
- Reflex
Timeline
Quality Technician
Duracell
09.2020 - Current
Quality Control Lead Inspector
Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation
02.2011 - 10.2019
Quality Control Inspector/Receiving Clerk
Cargill
09.2006 - 02.2011
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
CVCC