Chris Rouse
Garnett
Summary
Quality Control Lead with experience overseeing inspection processes, maintaining product standards, and ensuring compliance with company and regulatory requirements. Skilled in leading teams, identifying quality issues, implementing corrective actions, and improving production efficiency. Proven ability to analyze data, coordinate with cross-functional departments, and maintain consistent quality across operations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Lead
Kalmar Ottawa
Ottawa, KS
09.2011 - Current
- Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented testing protocols to identify defects in manufacturing processes.
- Mentored QA team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define quality standards and ensure compliance.
- Analyzed data from quality audits to drive corrective actions and process enhancements.
- Streamlined documentation processes for quality control procedures, improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Mentored junior team members in quality assurance best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives within the QA team to elevate performance levels consistently across projects over time.
- Directed day-to-day quality assurance department activities, establishing rapport with team members to facilitate effective communication and coordination.
- Created detailed defect reports for clear communication between development teams about identified bugs.
Paint and Repair Supervisor
ATC Truck Covers Inc.
Garnett, KS
07.2000 - 09.2011
- Supervised repair operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored team members on repair techniques and equipment handling.
- Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround times.
- Conducted regular inspections of repaired units to verify functionality and reliability.
- Review the day’s repair schedule and work orders
- Assign jobs to technicians and painters
- Discuss priorities and deadlines
- Review the day’s repair schedule and work orders
- Assign jobs to technicians and painters
- Discuss priorities and deadlines
- Hold a quick safety meeting
- Check parts availability for scheduled repairs
- Manage shop workflow
Education
High School Diploma -
Crest High School
Colony, KSSkills
- Continuous improvement mindset
- QA
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Teamwork and positive attitude
- Organizational skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
CQIA (Certified Quality Improvement Associate) from ASQ.
Timeline
Quality Assurance Lead
Kalmar Ottawa
09.2011 - Current
Paint and Repair Supervisor
ATC Truck Covers Inc.
07.2000 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
Crest High School