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Blake Watkins

Ellijay,GA

Summary

Accomplished Manufacturing Engineer and Quality Manager at Whitepath Fab Tech, adept in lean manufacturing tools and team leadership. Streamlined production processes, enhanced quality assurance, and achieved ISO 9000 certification. Proven track record in improving efficiency and fostering professional growth, demonstrating exceptional industry awareness and goal-oriented focus.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Quote Specialist

Electrical Components International
10.2018 - Current
  • Responsible for quoting all control panels for North America.
  • Played an integral role in securing new contracts by providing detailed cost breakdowns that demonstrated value to customers.
  • Implemented a new quote tracking system, resulting in improved organization and accessibility of information.
  • Managed a large volume of incoming quote requests, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet tight deadlines consistently.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients based on their specific needs, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to ensure quotes were competitive and aligned with company objectives.
  • Improved efficiency within the team by establishing standardized templates for common scenarios.
  • Stayed current on industry trends and competitor pricing strategies to maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace.

Quality Manager

Whitepath Fab Tech
03.2010 - 10.2018
  • Created quality program that aligned with ISO 9000 and helped the company achieve ISO 9000 certification.
  • Calibrated instruments and scales in production area and quality lab.
  • Optimized supply chain operations through close collaboration with vendors on quality assurance matters, improving supplier relationships over time.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by monitoring and addressing customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
  • Inspected inbound and outbound products for compliance with established industry standards, company policies, and procedures.
  • Evaluated and approved new suppliers based on thorough assessments of their quality management systems, ensuring ongoing reliability in the supply chain.
  • Developed and deployed production control plans and created work instructions and procedures.
  • Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in product failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
  • Facilitated cross-functional team collaboration, ensuring seamless communication between departments regarding quality matters.
  • Evaluated quality problems and performed assessments to identify and resolve issues.
  • Conducted thorough audits to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance consistently.
  • Mentored and encouraged employees to strive for excellence while fostering professional growth.
  • Coordinated and oversaw periodic audits to evaluate product quality and safety and address non-conformances.
  • Provided training to employees on best practices in quality management, fostering a culture of excellence within the organization.
  • Updated quality control standards, methods, and procedures to meet compliance requirements.

Manufacturing Engineer

Whitepath Fab Tech
07.1999 - 05.2010
  • Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
  • Improved manufacturing efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean methodologies.
  • Reduced production downtime through proactive maintenance scheduling and timely equipment repairs.
  • Increased capacity utilization by identifying bottlenecks within the production process and implementing targeted improvements.

Education

Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering

Southern Poly Technical State University
Marietta, GA

Skills

  • Goal oriented
  • Control plan development
  • Quality improvement plans
  • Computer skills
  • Six sigma methodology
  • Statistical process control
  • Internal audit coordination
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Lean manufacturing tools
  • Team leadership

Timeline

Quote Specialist

Electrical Components International
10.2018 - Current

Quality Manager

Whitepath Fab Tech
03.2010 - 10.2018

Manufacturing Engineer

Whitepath Fab Tech
07.1999 - 05.2010

Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering

Southern Poly Technical State University

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