Chanel Washington
Greenwood,USA
Summary
Quality Lab Technician experienced in conducting and interpreting chemical and physical testing. Enhanced lab efficiency and accuracy through knowledge of best practices and adherence to safety procedures. Focused on delivering high productivity, continuous improvement, and compliance with industry standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Lab Technician
Prysmian Group
Abbeville, SC
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted quality tests on cable products to ensure compliance with standards.
- Inspected raw materials for defects and inconsistencies before production.
- Operated laboratory equipment to analyze material properties and performance.
- Monitored operations to ensure compliance with established quality control protocols.
- Identified root causes of defective products through detailed analysis of test results.
- Conducted visual inspections of product components using microscopes and other precision measuring instruments.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding product defects or nonconformity with specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of test results and laboratory procedures.
- Ensured that all safety measures were adhered to during laboratory work activities.
Fiber Optic Technician
Prysmian Group
Abbeville, SC
03.2024 - Current
- Inspected and tested fiber optics equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Identified issues with existing cable plants using OTDRs.
- Calibrated test equipment to verify accuracy of readings.
- Educated customers on proper use and maintenance of systems installed.
Electrical Tester
Prysmian Group
Abbeville, WI
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted electrical tests on cables to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Operated testing equipment and tools to assess cable performance and safety.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot electrical issues in production.
- Assisted in troubleshooting complex electrical systems by conducting thorough investigations into root causes of failures.
- Documented test results and maintained accurate records for quality assurance purposes.
- Documented findings from inspections and tests accurately in order to ensure that all relevant information is available for review by management personnel.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations while performing electrical tests in the facility.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance testing processes.
Quality Control Inspector
Eaton Corporation
Greenwood, US
05.2022 - Current
- Quality Inspector Quality Inspector role and responsibilities are ensuring root cause is determined and corrective action and/or disposition are implemented.
- Inspect nonconforming product output from dry electrical test (DET), production line, and final test.
- For all nonconformity a PDR number is generated for traceability.
- Collected data and maintained records using Microsoft Excel and SAP for quality assurance.
- Test dielectric fluid samples for moisture content and resistivity in a lab setting. by taking a sample of fluid after purging line and filling a sanitized bottle to test for moisture content, resistivity, epoxide content, and BMAQ concentration.
- Verified fluid met specifications for the impregnation process.
- Worked in electrical department at Greenwood, SC.
Clean Room Operator/Machine Operator
Alupress LLC
Laurens, US
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Inspected products for defects before loading into laser machine, ensuring quality standards were met.
- Performed production tasks across all three shifts, focusing on quality output.
- Read router cards and documented information.
- To keep all production documented good and bad along with the total produced.
- Monitored heat and concentrate levels throughout the shift to ensure product consistency.
- Maintained a clean and contamination-free work area while adhering to safety protocols.
- After inspection is completed I package and label all products for shipment and make sure the shipping product has proper count and is staged on pallet according to client specifications.
- Achieved highest quality production across all three shifts, contributing to overall operational excellence.
- Laurens, SC
Auditor
Land Air
Hodges, US
02.2019 - 11.2019
- To inspect, record, and document all products being produced.
- Ensured product quality by documenting SKU and Batch Lot Code numbers, inspecting packaging security, and correcting labeling issues to maintain accuracy.
- Recorded and documented findings, reported discrepancies to supervisor and management, and adhered to safety protocols by wearing required PPE.
- Assisted in training new auditors, contributing to their onboarding and integration into the team.
- Worked in Hodges, SC.
Assembly Line Worker 8HP Oil Supply
ZF Transmissions
Gray Court, US
02.2018 - 01.2019
- To do all safety checks on machines and stations and run masters to assure every station is calibrated and meets specifications for start up.
- Completed TPM forms and conducted SPC checks to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Built oil supply units to facilitate oil rotation throughout transmissions.
- To do all safety checks on machines and stations and run masters to assure every station is calibrated and meets specifications for start up.
- Utilized various hand tools and components while monitoring instruments and controls for quality assurance.
- Gray Court, SC
Quality Control Inspector
Flexible Technologies
Abbeville, US
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Check finished products before releasing shipment.
- Check every medical product being made to assure quality without error.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance prior to shipment release.
- Wore all required PPE and practiced safety protocols in the workplace.
- Verified operator material sheets to ensure correct materials were used in production and signed off on compliance.
- Utilized Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation and data management.
- Assure that all finished product are then on the correct skid that the customer requested and sent to the warehouse.
- Participated on safety team to promote a safe working environment for all employees.
- Abbeville, SC
Assembly Weld on a Welder
Plastic Omnium
Anderson, US
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Inspected welds and quality of high gloss plastic parts to ensure adherence to specifications.
- Pick parts according to customer's request, inspect them for quality and weld correct inserts required by work instructions.
- Record all production on paper and in computer data system while completing clients orders in a timely manner while ensuring quality.
- Pick parts according to customer's request, inspect them for quality and weld correct inserts required by work instructions.
- Identify problems in the assembly process and communicate with team to find solutions.
- Measured color and paint accurately to ensure quality standards were met. of color and paint to meet quality standards. of color and paint, process paperwork for NCMs, scrap, and all findings.
- Pick orders that were sent by BMW; inspect them for quality, label each part, scan each part with hand-held scan gun; place in correct sequence; and package to be shipped out, then complete all paper and computer work for every part that was quality or defected.
- Anderson, SC
Machine Operator/cell Lead
Fuji Film
Greenwood, US
06.2012 - 03.2014
- The role as machine operator my duties were to operate and maintain digital finishing equipment with limited assistance.
- Ensure accuracy and consistency of quality output.
- Troubleshot equipment and quality issues to maintain production standards.
- Prioritize processing according to processing time used and volume.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment to promote safety and efficiency.
- Determined the material and supplies needed for production before starting processes.
- Communicated with employees and managers to produce quality products.
- Provide basic training to new employees, complete all paperwork required according to procedures while following all safety guidelines.
- Greenwood, SC
Education
High School Diploma -
McCormick High School
McCormick, SC 08.1987 - 05.1991
Skills
- ISO 9001
- Oracle
- Crane
- Temperature monitoring
- Equipment diagnostics
- Quality systems
- Attention to detail
- Assembly
- Operating systems
- Manufacturing facility
- Sheet metal
- Functional testing
- Administrative experience
- Blueprint Reading
- Visual inspection for quality control
- Mechanical knowledge
- Micrometer
- 5S
- Order picker
- Leadership
- Packaging
- Continuous integration
- Management
- ISO 14001
- SAP
- Typing
- RF scanner
- Critical thinking
- Quality Assurance
- PPAP
- Kaizen
- Workplace health and safety regulatory compliance
- Optics
- Windows
- Quality control corrective actions
- Color theory
- Kanban
- Continuous quality improvement
- Quality Inspection
- Environmental regulatory compliance
- Quality assurance within automotive industry
- CNC
- Data entry
- Product evaluation
- SAP ERP
- Dimensional inspection
- Unit testing
- Plastics injection molding
- Factory
- IOS
- Forklift
- Load & unload
- Calibration
- Schematics
- Cleanroom
- Assembly Worker
- Corrective and preventive actions
- FDA regulations
- Electrical experience
- Calipers
- Key Performance Indicators
- ERP systems
- QA Analyst
- Plastics blow molding
- Janitorial experience
- GMP
- Organizational skills
- Customer support
- Azure Cosmos DB
- Verification
- Auditing experience within manufacturing industry
- Quality control sampling
- Data reporting
- Shipping & receiving
- Quality assurance
- Labeling
- Root cause analysis
- Quality control documentation
- Routine inspections
- Machine operation
- Quality inspection
- Automotive manufacturing plant experience
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse experience
- Quality Audits
- Environmental compliance
- Process improvement
- Phone etiquette
- Customer service
- Stocking
- Hospitality
- Productivity software
- Microsoft Access
- Warehouse management system
- Agile
- ISO
- Order picking
- Coordinate measuring machine
- Microsoft Office
- Cleaning
- Continuous improvement
- IATF 16949:2016
- Medical device
- Minitab
- Climbing
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Excel
- CGMP
- Amazon Aurora
Certification
- Certified Quality Auditor, 06/22
- Six Sigma Certification, 06/22
- Certified Quality Inspector, 05/22
- Pallet Jack Certification, 01/17
- ASQC Certification
- Certified Quality Technician
- Safe Quality Food Certification
- CPR Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Certification
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Quality Lab Technician
Prysmian Group
03.2024 - Current
Fiber Optic Technician
Prysmian Group
03.2024 - Current
Electrical Tester
Prysmian Group
03.2024 - Current
Quality Control Inspector
Eaton Corporation
05.2022 - Current
Clean Room Operator/Machine Operator
Alupress LLC
11.2019 - 04.2022
Auditor
Land Air
02.2019 - 11.2019
Assembly Line Worker 8HP Oil Supply
ZF Transmissions
02.2018 - 01.2019
Quality Control Inspector
Flexible Technologies
08.2016 - 01.2018
Assembly Weld on a Welder
Plastic Omnium
05.2014 - 08.2016
Machine Operator/cell Lead
Fuji Film
06.2012 - 03.2014
High School Diploma -
McCormick High School
08.1987 - 05.1991