Chris Garrington
North Branford,Connecticut
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced professional seeking a challenging position as a Quality Assurance Specialist, Electroplating Lab Technician, or Process Technician. Dedicated to utilizing my extensive skills and expertise in ensuring product quality, maintaining efficient operations, and driving continuous improvement for organizational success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Quality Specialist
Precision Xray
Madison , Connecticut
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Analyzed data from customer surveys to identify trends in customer behavior.
- Assisted in developing strategies to increase customer satisfaction levels.
- Coordinated and managed various programs or projects to achieve established objectives.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
Process Technician / Quality Control
Accurate Wire by Luvata
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Order utility chemicals and consumable plating chemistries/anodes, ensuring timely availability
- Manage hazmat activity for outgoing shipments, adhering to safety regulations
- Coordinate PPE ordering and collaborate with external contractors
- Conduct Steam aging and solderability testing on Tin plated copper alloys
- Perform titrations, hull cell analysis, and XRF tests to verify bath effectiveness and plating thickness specifications
- Maintain plating recipes on spreadsheets for reference
- Develop procedures to track material movement upstream to optimize plant processes.
Quality Assurance / Lean Manufacturing Navigator
Accurate Wire by Luvata
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Luvata (Accurate Wire), Approved work orders pending inspection based on customer specifications
- Utilized 8D and A3 problem-solving techniques to address global quality notifications
- Led collaborative corrective actions with domestic and overseas customers
- Collaborated with IT specialists and contracted programmers/designers to build workstations and implement scada programs for real-time data collection
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles
- Participated in global summits, acquiring supervisory leadership training in Appleton, Wisconsin.
Machine Operator
Accurate Wire LLC
01.2003 - 01.2017
- Operated Turks Head metal forming machine, ensuring precise size specifications and corner radiuses within tight tolerances
- Set up, maintained, and operated wire drawing and shaping machines
- Ensured quality control and timely shipping of products to domestic and international destinations
- Trained new employees and performed machine maintenance, tooling changes, and troubleshooting.
Department Manager
Guitar Center
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Oversaw the operation of the accessories department, managing inventory and sales
- Placed merchandise orders and maintained cash drawers
- Provided supervision and guidance to department employees.
Education
General Studies
Gateway Community College
01.2012
Diploma -
Branford High School
01.1997
Skills
- Proficient in MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and Excel
- Forklift safety certification
- Statistical Trends
- System Inspections
- Order Management
- Equipment Maintenance
- Technical Training
- Performance Improvement
- Continuous Improvement
- System Optimization
- Parts Installation
- Quality Control Analysis
- Systems Analysis
- Team Training
- Preventive Maintenance
- Standard Operation Procedures
- Process Implementation
- Equipment Selection
- Equipment Sterility
- Report Creation
- Process Analysis
- Production Monitoring
References
References Available upon request
Timeline
Product Quality Specialist
Precision Xray
10.2023 - 04.2024
Process Technician / Quality Control
Accurate Wire by Luvata
01.2021 - 10.2023
Quality Assurance / Lean Manufacturing Navigator
Accurate Wire by Luvata
01.2017 - 01.2021
Machine Operator
Accurate Wire LLC
01.2003 - 01.2017
Department Manager
Guitar Center
01.2002 - 01.2003
General Studies
Gateway Community College
Diploma -
Branford High School
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