Billy McCreless
Garden City,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented quality assurance professional with a strong background in defect analysis and inspection techniques. Experienced in utilizing precise measurement tools and documenting findings to enhance product quality. Dedicated to mentoring new inspectors, ensuring high levels of competency and compliance across teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality inspector
Honeywell FM&T
03.2019 - Current
- Inspected materials for defects, maintaining adherence to quality standards.
- Conducted visual and mechanical tests on products to verify specifications and ensure compliance.
- Utilized inspection tools and equipment for precise measurements and evaluations.
- Documented inspection results and reported discrepancies to management for prompt resolution.
- Trained new inspectors on quality assurance processes and standards, enhancing team competency.
Security Officer
Avila University
08.2016 - 03.2019
- Responded promptly to emergencies, assisting students and staff effectively.
- Monitored campus facilities to ensure safety and security for all individuals.
- Trained new security personnel on protocols and emergency procedures.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement on safety initiatives and community events.
UHV Technician/Office clerk
Blount
10.2013 - 03.2016
- Managed records of safety training documents and maintenance work orders for compliance.
- Updated Engineering Tooling and Quality (ETQ) database to reflect accurate information.
- Maintained personal protective equipment (PPE) supply cabinet to support safety protocols.
- Conducted routine maintenance on tools and equipment to uphold functionality standards.
- Calibrated measurement instruments for reliable data collection and analysis.
- Performed precise measurements to guarantee adherence to industry regulations.
- Operated cutoff lines within plant, ensuring seamless production flow.
- Executed forklift operations to facilitate efficient material handling.
Operations Technician
ATK (Lake City Ammunition Plant)
07.2012 - 04.2013
- Managed case feed and anneal operations to ensure smooth production flow.
- Troubleshot incidents occurring during shifts, minimizing downtime.
- Executed crash team repairs on case lines experiencing major faults.
- Retooled and simulated tooling for case lines to enhance production efficiency.
- Assisted in maintenance and repair of production equipment to uphold operational standards.
- Investigated technology failures to recommend fixes addressing vulnerabilities and root causes.
Implant/Thinning Tech
Diodes FabTech Inc.
Lee's Summit, MO
01.2011 - 07.2012
- Set up recipes for ion implanters to ensure optimal performance.
- Operated and maintained semiconductor fabrication equipment to maximize efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to guarantee functionality and safety.
- Inspected products for quality adherence throughout manufacturing processes.
- Prepared acid baths following strict safety protocols and specifications. according to specifications for various applications.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanroom environments, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Shop hand
Custom Steel Manufacturing INC
Belton, MO
06.2010 - 12.2010
- Operated forklift to support various shop tasks efficiently.
- Built custom expansion joints according to specifications.
- Sheared metal to precise measurements within thirty-seconds of an inch.
- Performed daily maintenance and cleaning of machines and tools.
Military Police
Army Guard
Kansas City, MO
12.2007 - 12.2009
- Executed security protocols safeguarding high-priority individuals and assets.
- Conducted hand-to-hand combat training enhancing unit personnel readiness as a combative instructor.
- Performed daily inspections and accounted for all equipment, ensuring operational readiness for missions.
Education
Military Police Diploma -
Military Police School
Fort Leonard Wood, MO09-2008
GED -
Military GED Program
Little Rock, AR04-2008
Skills
- Quality assurance and compliance
- Inspection techniques
- Defect analysis
- Measurement calibration techniques
- Process optimization
- Equipment maintenance
- Team training
- Problem solving
- Mechanical aptitude
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Quality inspector
Honeywell FM&T
03.2019 - Current
Security Officer
Avila University
08.2016 - 03.2019
UHV Technician/Office clerk
Blount
10.2013 - 03.2016
Operations Technician
ATK (Lake City Ammunition Plant)
07.2012 - 04.2013
Implant/Thinning Tech
Diodes FabTech Inc.
01.2011 - 07.2012
Shop hand
Custom Steel Manufacturing INC
06.2010 - 12.2010
Military Police
Army Guard
12.2007 - 12.2009
Military Police Diploma -
Military Police School
GED -
Military GED Program