Brian Derhake
St Louis,MO
Summary
Dedicated professional with twelve years of experience in diverse roles within a single organization. Expertise in inspecting, testing, and quality monitoring of materials, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Proven track record in maintaining safety protocols and enhancing production efficiency. Skilled in generating comprehensive reports and meticulous record-keeping.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Reckitt Benckiser Inc.
St Louis, Missouri
11.2025 - 06.2026
- Inspected products for defects, verifying conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Conducted inspections of raw materials and finished products to ensure quality compliance.
- Assessed materials and products for compliance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Performed regular audits of production processes and equipment for standard adherence.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality-related issues, enhancing overall product quality.
- Documented inspection results to maintain accurate quality control records for compliance tracking.
- Tested finished goods pre-shipment according to established protocols.
- Managed tagging and identification of parts during production to ensure accurate tracking., ensuring proper quarantine and marking of non-repairable items to prevent re-entry into production.
Lead Service Technician
Lynx Technology
St Louis, Missouri
04.2023 - 11.2025
- Oversaw installation and configuration of computer systems, networks, printers, and peripherals to ensure seamless operation. Managed inventory of computer equipment to ensure necessary supplies were available. Collaborated with team members to create efficient solutions for technical challenges. Supported server setup and maintenance through installation of operating systems and applications. Improved system performance by upgrading hardware components such as RAM modules. Configured network settings including IP addresses and DNS servers for effective communication. Conducted regular backups to protect data integrity and assist in disaster recovery efforts. Recorded all repairs performed on computers for documentation purposes.
- Supervised team of technicians in service operations, enhancing team collaboration and service delivery.
- Diagnosed technical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques, facilitating timely resolution and minimizing downtime.
- Maintained and repaired complex electronic systems to ensure functionality.
Warehouse Manager, Lead Server Technician
Orange Computers
11.2011 - 03.2023
- Managed inventory receiving, packaging, and shipping processes, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
- Supervised three to eight employees in warehouse operations, ensuring efficient workflow and task completion.
- Served as lead server technician, maintaining equipment and systems.
- Assisted team with diverse tasks, facilitating smooth operations across all areas.
Education
HVAC certification - HVAC
Vatterott College
City Of Saint Peters, MO01-2009
High School Diploma -
Ritenour High School
St Louis, MOSkills
- Product quality evaluation and quality assurance
- Quality assurance oversight
- Quality compliance
- Quality control documentation
- Inspection report management
- Quality standards compliance
- Regulatory compliance adherence
- Defect analysis
- Quality inspection techniques
- Quality assurance
- Team collaboration
- Quality assurance
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Reckitt Benckiser Inc.
11.2025 - 06.2026
Lead Service Technician
Lynx Technology
04.2023 - 11.2025
Warehouse Manager, Lead Server Technician
Orange Computers
11.2011 - 03.2023
HVAC certification - HVAC
Vatterott College
High School Diploma -
Ritenour High School