Christopher Caudill
Warren,MI
Summary
Results-driven Quality Engineer with extensive experience at STANLEY Engineered Fastening, specializing in root-cause analysis and quality improvement plans. Proven track record in implementing Lean manufacturing tools to enhance operational efficiency. Strong communicator and team leader, committed to fostering cross-functional collaboration and achieving high-quality standards in fast-paced environments. Successfully identified and rectified non-conformities to maintain high-quality outputs. Demonstrated thorough inspection skills and effective problem-solving abilities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aerospace Quality Control Inspector
Detail Precision Gear/Cardinal Staffing
11.2024 - Current
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Ensured the accuracy of measurement tools and equipment by performing regular calibration checks and maintenance.
Manufacturing Supervisor
STANLEY Engineered Fastening
02.2021 - 04.2024
- Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
- Maintained proper inventory levels.
- Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel to daily tasks.
- Communicated job expectations and monitored employees.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, identifying solutions that prevented future recurrence of similar problems.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve production goals and optimize workflow.
- Reported tool, machinery and equipment issues to maintenance personnel.
- Maintained open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering trust and transparency throughout the organization.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment maintenance and addressing issues promptly.
- Monitored production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of products, meeting customer expectations consistently.
- Participated in departmental meetings to share insights from the manufacturing floor, contributing valuable input towards decisionmaking.
- Evaluated new technologies for potential adoption in the manufacturing process to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
- Recorded and reported attendance and hours worked for all area employees.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives by soliciting feedback from employees and incorporating their suggestions into the manufacturing process where feasible.
- Performed accident investigations.
- Simplified complex procedures into easy-to-follow instructions for improved worker understanding and productivity.
- Supervised a team of skilled workers, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluation for continuous improvement.
- Ensured product quality through rigorous inspection processes and adherence to industry standards.
- Managed shift schedules to ensure 24/7 production operations, meeting all delivery commitments.
- Facilitated staff training sessions, upgrading team skills and knowledge.
Senior Quality Engineer
STANLEY Engineered Fastening
02.2017 - 02.2021
- Facilitated training sessions on various topics including statistical process control techniques, lean principles, or problem-solving methodologies for enhancing employee competencies within the organization.
- Drove standardization efforts across multiple production lines to ensure consistent product output meeting stringent specifications.
- Led Six Sigma projects resulting in cost savings through improved process capabilities and waste reduction strategies.
- Developed comprehensive quality assurance plans, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Conducted regular audits of suppliers and vendors to maintain high-quality supply chain management.
- Implemented effective corrective action plans based on thorough data analysis and investigation findings.
- Provided technical support in resolving complex quality issues by conducting thorough investigations and presenting data-driven recommendations.
Quality Engineer
STANLEY Engineered Fastening
08.2015 - 02.2017
- Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
- Improved customer satisfaction levels with timely resolution of non-conformance issues and effective corrective actions.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Implemented process improvements based on Lean Six Sigma methodologies, resulting in reduced waste and increased efficiency.
- Developed action plan for company certification using ISO 9000 standard knowledge.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and conducting thorough root cause analysis.
- Facilitated training sessions for team members on quality management principles and best practices, enhancing overall competency levels within the department.
- Streamlined internal communication, fostering cross-functional collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual reviews, ensuring a seamless audit process with minimal findings or discrepancies noted.
- Collaborated with R&D to integrate quality considerations into early design stages, enhancing product durability and functionality.
- Optimized testing procedures to accelerate product release cycles while maintaining strict quality benchmarks.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by automating routine quality checks, allowing team to focus on more complex issues.
- Coordinated with customer service to address quality complaints, providing swift corrective actions that improved client trust.
- Streamlined defect tracking process, enabling quicker resolutions and boosting customer satisfaction.
- Initiated preventive maintenance schedule for equipment, reducing downtime and maintaining consistent production quality.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous testing protocols that addressed previously undetected issues.
- Developed comprehensive quality assurance documentation to streamline audit process, significantly reducing preparation time.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovative solutions to quality challenges.
- Developed metrics dashboard to monitor quality trends, enabling data-driven decision-making.
- Reduced product return rates, conducting detailed root cause analyses to identify and rectify manufacturing defects.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
- Developed comprehensive engineering documents for all projects.
- Conducted research to identify and evaluate new technologies and concepts.
- Assisted in developing cost-effective solutions to engineering problems.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Drove standardization efforts across multiple production lines to ensure consistent product output meeting stringent specifications.
- Facilitated training sessions on various topics including statistical process control techniques, lean principles, or problem-solving methodologies for enhancing employee competencies within the organization.
Quality Inspector
Franklin Fastener
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Performed frequent visual inspections to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
- Inspected outbound shipments and conducted random sampling of product quality.
- Implemented corrective actions for non-conforming products, reducing the risk of customer dissatisfaction or returns.
- Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
- Maintained high standard of workmanship by using only approved data, materials, tools and test equipment.
- Inspected and packaged products meticulously according to manufacturing specifications.
- Recorded inspection and test data such as weights, temperatures, grades and quantities inspected and graded.
- Identified and helped resolve non-conforming product issues.
- Identified defects during cyclical checks.
- Inspected [Product or service] with accuracy, reporting problems or defects quickly.
- Collected samples during production and tested randomly to determine in-process product quality.
- Utilized gauges, tools and equipment to complete in-depth assessments.
Aerospace Space Maintenance
US Air Force Enlisted
03.2000 - 06.2002
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
Engineering
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MISt.Alphonsus HS
Dearborn, MI01-1996
Skills
- Control plan development
- Quality processes
- Non-conforming material reports
- Quality improvement plans
- Root-cause analysis
- Quality assurance
- Quality management system
- Quality risk assessment
- Lean manufacturing tools
- Team leadership
- Root cause identification
- Quality engineering tools
- Corrective and preventive actions
- Customer service
- Quality documentation
- Process mapping
- Failure modes and effects analysis
- Complex Problem-solving
- Documentation and reporting
- Risk management
- Inspection methods
- Quality control
- Quality management
- Safety procedures
- Measurement techniques
- Dimensional inspection
- Non-destructive testing
- Process validation
- Blueprint interpretation
- OSHA compliance
- Six sigma principles
- Inspection and testing reports
- Raw materials inspection and testing
- Corrective action recommendations
- Safety education
- Presentation skills
- Defect removal
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Material testing
- Mastery of quality processes
- Acceptance requirements
- QC planning
- Error reduction
- ISO standards
- Schematics
- Forms management
- Cross-functional collaboration
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 7 staff members.
- Achieved record archiving by introducing Lighthouse for Quality tasks.
- Achieved record archiving by introducing salesforce for production tasks.
- IATF 16949 Auditing Training
- ISO 9001 Training
Certification
- Green Belt Training - 9/2019
Timeline
Aerospace Quality Control Inspector
Detail Precision Gear/Cardinal Staffing
11.2024 - Current
Manufacturing Supervisor
STANLEY Engineered Fastening
02.2021 - 04.2024
Senior Quality Engineer
STANLEY Engineered Fastening
02.2017 - 02.2021
Quality Engineer
STANLEY Engineered Fastening
08.2015 - 02.2017
Quality Inspector
Franklin Fastener
06.2014 - 08.2015
Aerospace Space Maintenance
US Air Force Enlisted
03.2000 - 06.2002
Engineering
Davenport University
St.Alphonsus HS
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