Bruce Niss
Winfield,KS
Summary
Well-qualified Quality Control Inspector proficient in documentation, reporting and compliance standards. Professional with an understanding of manufacturing and production operations. Bringing 12 years of related experience.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
QA Inspector
Galaxy Technologies
04.2023 - Current
- Utilize Faro Arms to inspect machined parts
- Utilize Portable Trackers - Faro and Leica to inspect parts during the machining process and final inspections
- Familiar with CATIA and VERISURF software
- Working knowledge of Company Policies, Procedures and Specifications
- Use and interpret drawings, inspection manuals and specifications, shop mathematics, precision measuring instruments, specialized inspection machines, tools and equipment necessary to accomplish work assignments
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Verify that tools being utilized are qualified
- Prepare and maintain Quality records using CMM reports and Tool Inspection Acceptance Records
- Overall working knowledge of machining production processes
- Experience working with Quality Management System Policies and Procedures
- Follow Quality Management Inspection procedures to accept or reject parts or assemblies
- Forklift Certified
Store Worker
DECA
12.2020 - 10.2022
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Assisted customer by locating items, processing payments, and carrying out heavy purchases.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment of merchandise.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
QA Inspector
TECT Aerospace
09.2017 - 05.2020
- Utilize Hexagon Fixed Based CMM to inspect final and in-process machined parts
- Conduct Hardness and Conductivity test on material to certify material certifications
- Use and interpret drawings, inspection manuals and specifications, shop mathematics, precision measuring instruments, specialized inspection machines, tools and equipment necessary to accomplish work assignments
- Follow Quality Management Inspection procedures to accept or reject parts
5 Axis Machinist
TECT Aerospace
04.2012 - 09.2017
- Measured, examined or tested completed units to check for defects and verify conformance to specifications using various precision instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Forklift Certified
Machinist
Shackelford Machine
04.2010 - 03.2012
- Machine parts to blueprint specifications using 3-axis machining equipment
- Measured, examined or tested completed units to check for defects and verify conformance to specifications using precision instruments and equipment.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- De-bur parts as required
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Sr. Government Trainer
JLG Industries
05.2006 - 02.2009
- Supervised development of training curriculums for the United States Army and United States Navy
- Designed, planned, and organized training for US Government personnel and civilian counterparts
- Conducted on-site training
- Monitored program effectiveness and costs
Maintenance Chief
United States Marine Corps
01.1996 - 02.2006
- Supervised daily activities of Heavy Equipment Maintenance Shop
- Maintained training records on all subordinate Marines
- Ensured preventative maintenance was performed in a timely manner
- Planned and executed yearly budget to ensure costs were budget expectations were met
- Liaison between USMC and US Army personnel
Education
Associate of Science - Automotive Technology
Cowley County Community College And Area Vocational-Technical School
Arkansas City, KSHigh School Diploma -
Wichita South High
Wichita, KS05.1990
Skills
- Quality processes
- Process evaluation
- Test equipment operation
- Inspections and reviews
- Safety Procedures
- Non-conformance reporting
- Defect Identification
- Inspection procedures
- Inspection and Testing Reports
- Blueprint Reading
- Measurement techniques
- Employee Supervision
- Forklift Training
- Safety Education
Timeline
QA Inspector
Galaxy Technologies
04.2023 - Current
Store Worker
DECA
12.2020 - 10.2022
QA Inspector
TECT Aerospace
09.2017 - 05.2020
5 Axis Machinist
TECT Aerospace
04.2012 - 09.2017
Machinist
Shackelford Machine
04.2010 - 03.2012
Sr. Government Trainer
JLG Industries
05.2006 - 02.2009
Maintenance Chief
United States Marine Corps
01.1996 - 02.2006
Associate of Science - Automotive Technology
Cowley County Community College And Area Vocational-Technical School
High School Diploma -
Wichita South High
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