Christopher Closson
Bremerton
Summary
Detail-focused Quality Assurance Supervisor known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in process improvement, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership to ensure quality standards are not only met but surpassed. Utilize effective communication and organizational abilities to lead teams towards achieving excellence in quality assurance objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Supervisor PSNS & IMF
PSNS
Bremerton
07.2018 - Current
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Assisted in developing test plans, protocols, checklists, and acceptance criteria.
- Developed and implemented Quality Assurance policies, procedures, and standards.
- Performed root cause analysis investigations into non-conforming products or processes.
- Monitored production processes for efficiency and accuracy.
- Created reports on quality assurance results and presented them to management teams.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve issues related to product quality.
- Provided guidance to staff on best practices in quality assurance methods.
Mechanical Non Nuclear Inspector PSNS & IMF
PSNS
Bremerton
01.2014 - 07.2018
- Developed comprehensive checklists for use during inspections to ensure nothing was missed.
- Maintained accurate records of all tests conducted during the inspection process.
- Worked closely with management teams to help identify process improvements that would improve overall efficiency levels.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Matched arriving materials with purchase orders, submitted discrepancy forms as necessary.
- Produced official reports of findings to meet regulatory standards and assist senior leadership with improving operations.
- Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.
- Read blueprints and manuals to determine test procedures or adjustment methods.
- Documented inspection findings, prepared comprehensive reports, and communicated results to stakeholders.
- Identified acceptable components and rejected defective products.
- Reviewed technical documents to verify code and safety compliance in both electronic and paper formats.
- Facilitated cross-functional meetings to discuss inspection findings and collaborate on improvement strategies.
Marine Pipefitter
Bangor IMF
Silverdale
11.2011 - 12.2013
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment such as checking fluid levels or replacing gaskets when necessary.
- Repair or replace worn parts such as seals and bearings on pumps and valves.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Maintain records of all work performed including materials used and time taken.
- Provide technical advice regarding design specifications of piping systems.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Kitsap High School
Poulsbo, WA06-2005
Skills
- Quality control
- Test plan development
- Root cause analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Process improvement
- Collaboration skills
- Policy development
- Technical documentation
- Inspection techniques
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Training and mentoring
- Quality control management
Certification
- Job-related training:
- ADM2316 STEAM PLANT CLEAN
DM3168ENGR SUBSAFE QUALIFICATION FOR ENGINEERING & PLANNING DEPARTMENT
ADMDSSSOC ADVANCE DSS / SOC QUALIFICATIONS
ADMFBW1 FLY-BY-WIRE WORKER
PROC8259ALL SUBMARINE ACCESS
PROCNS-N3001 NUCLEAR WORKER
PROCOXCC OXYGEN SYSTEMS PROTECTING, CLEANING AND TESTING
PROCPMTA PRECISION MEASUREMENT
RADNN-R1000 LIMITED RADIATION WORKER [106.1.A]
PS-L8001 1LS QUALIFICATION BOOKLET COMPLETION
PS-L8001H 1LS SUPDESK
PS-L8001J 1LS ATMS
PS-L8001T 1LS BRIEFING AND ASSIGNMENT OF WORK
PS-L8001V SAFETY
PS-L8001W 1LS SUPERVISORS' RESPONSIBILITY FOR TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
PS-L8002F 1LS LEAN
Timeline
Quality Assurance Supervisor PSNS & IMF
PSNS
07.2018 - Current
Mechanical Non Nuclear Inspector PSNS & IMF
PSNS
01.2014 - 07.2018
Marine Pipefitter
Bangor IMF
11.2011 - 12.2013
High School Diploma -
North Kitsap High School