Chase Mckee

Resolved non-conformance issues promptly, enhancing customer satisfaction levels through effective corrective actions.

• Conducted quality inspections and prepared detailed reports on non-conforming material issues.
• Participated in root cause analysis to identify underlying failures and errors.
• Applied Lean Six Sigma methodologies to implement process improvements, reducing waste and boosting efficiency.
• Facilitated transition to new quality management system, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
• Led introduction of multiple new models, achieving seamless transitions from development to production.

Achieved zero customer rejections in most recent launch, underscoring commitment to quality control.

• Maintained low scrap rate of 3%, exceeding efficiency metrics and establishing high-performance standards.

• Led root cause analysis investigations, identifying underlying issues in product failures and driving effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Managed and archived quality documentation, ensuring accessibility, traceability, and compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Participated in internal and external quality audits, supporting successful audit outcomes and continuous certification to industry standards.
• Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between production, engineering, and customer service teams to maintain alignment on quality objectives.
• Conducted thorough audits to ensure consistent adherence to industry standards (e.g., ISO, IATF) and regulatory requirements, sustaining a strong compliance track record.
• Maintained IATF-16949 certification, successfully leading and supporting multiple site audits annually across various locations with strong compliance outcomes.
• Led all EHS outputs using the Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) strategy, maintaining compliance with OSHA regulations and driving continuous improvement in workplace safety.
• Developed and enforced site-wide safety policies, resulting in reduced incidents and increased employee awareness and engagement.
• Collaborated with leadership to integrate EHS into overall operational strategy, aligning safety goals with business objectives.
• Took on multiple leadership roles at the plant, including direct supervision of a new production line launching a new product introduction.
• Successfully led the team through startup and stabilization phases, achieving a scrap rate of less than 1%, well below industry benchmarks.
• Quality-driven launch efforts directly contributed to a monthly business increase of $115,000 aligning operational performance with revenue growth.
• Balanced production targets with quality expectations, ensuring both throughput and compliance remained on track during a critical phase of growth.

• Directed and supervised 5 employees involved in product inspection and quality control procedures.
• Maintained strong, proactive relationships with a key customer located 3 hours away, conducting weekly (often daily) on-site reviews to ensure quality alignment and issue resolution.
• Served as a liaison between customer quality teams and internal operations, facilitating effective communication and issue tracking across departments.
• Led internal quality teams through problem-solving, root cause analysis, and implementation of permanent corrective actions.
• Played a key role in production development, supporting new process implementations and continuous improvement initiatives from the ground floor.
• Championed a customer-first mindset within the team, raising responsiveness and accountability across shifts and departments.
• Supported training and upskilling of team members, helping to build a more capable and flexible workforce aligned with quality standards.

• Achieved and maintained ISO certification for metrology lab by ensuring compliance with all standards.
• Conducted routine maintenance and adjustments to enhance calibration accuracy of metrology equipment.
• Facilitated continuous improvement through regular reviews of processes and documentation updates.
• Developed comprehensive reports on measurement results, trends, and corrective action recommendations.
• Provided feedback to design engineers on manufacturability concerns during product development phases.
• Performed accurate inspections and measurements to support quality management initiatives.
• Executed root cause analyses on measurement errors, leading to corrective actions that minimized discrepancies.
• Recommended efficient methods for calibration, testing, and inspection processes to contribute to cost savings.

• Decreased defect rates by refining quality control measures and monitoring systems.
• Performed root-cause analysis on defective products, driving continuous improvement efforts throughout the facility.
• Reviewed engineering drawings for accuracy before releasing them for production use, minimizing errors during manufacturing stages.
• Provided technical support during troubleshooting sessions held alongside other technicians – ultimately resolving complex issues swiftly.
• Participated in regular safety meetings, promoting a culture of workplace safety awareness among team members.
• Trained new team members on manufacturing processes, contributing to a skilled workforce.
• Streamlined manufacturing processes with the introduction of lean principles, resulting in increased efficiency.
• Maintained accurate documentation of all quality control tests and inspections, supporting traceability efforts.
• Tested and evaluated product precision against specifications to reduce discrepancies.
• Built product subassemblies or final assemblies and monitored and adjusted production processes or equipment for quality and productivity.

• Managed documentation for inbound and outbound shipments, maintaining regulatory compliance.
• Supported continuous improvement efforts by participating in warehouse process analyses and recommending changes as needed.
• Provided on-the-job training to new hires, enhancing their productivity and skill sets.
• Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate counts and minimizing discrepancies.
• Oversaw loading and unloading procedures, ensuring timely and accurate shipments for customer satisfaction.
• Reduced order processing times through effective delegation of tasks to team members.
• Increased shipping accuracy with thorough quality control checks and proper training.
• Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying areas of waste reduction and process improvements.
• Assisted with stock takes and cycle counts to promote accurate inventory processes.