CLESIDOR SMITH
Sun Valley
Summary
Detail-oriented Quality Inspector with over one year of experience in high-volume manufacturing environments. Proven ability to identify defects early, ensure compliance with quality standards, and support continuous improvement efforts. Known for reliability, accuracy, and strong collaboration with production and quality teams.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Inspector
Tesla
Sparks, Nevada
10.2022 - Current
- Perform detailed inspections of modules and components to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
- Identify, document, and report defects and non-conforming materials using standard quality procedures.
- Prevent production delays by detecting issues early in the manufacturing process.
- Collaborate with production and quality teams to resolve quality concerns.
- Maintain accurate inspection records and follow all SOPs, safety, and quality guidelines.
- Support root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives to reduce recurring defects.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
NYC06.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nurse Assistant Trade Complete
Glenmont Job Corps Academy
NYC05.2017
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Defect identification
- Inspection procedures
- Root cause analysis
- Corrective actions
- Quality Inspection & Auditing
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA)
- PFMEA & Control Plans
- Non-Conforming Material Management
- APQP & PPAP
- GD&T Interpretation
- Mechanical & Electrical Testing
- Calipers, Micrometers & Torque Wrenches
- Quality Documentation
- Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint
- Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Safety & PPE Compliance
- Perform inspections, audits, and testing to evaluate product and process performance in a high-volume manufacturing environment
- Identify quality concerns and conduct root cause analysis to determine corrective actions and countermeasures
- Manage non-conforming materials through containment, sorting, disposition, and documentation processes
- Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve manufacturing quality issues and improve product performance
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and provide feedback for process optimization
- Collect and analyze mechanical and electrical test data to support quality investigations
- Contribute to PFMEA, control plan activities, and quality risk assessments
- Interpret manufacturing specifications, work instructions, and technical documentation to ensure compliance
- Maintain detailed quality records and escalate unresolved issues to appropriate teams
- Utilize quality measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, and torque wrenches
- Follow Tesla safety standards and PPE requirements while working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Update your TESLA Experience
Quality Inspector Tesla Gigafactory Nevada – Sparks, NV
October 2022 – Present
Certification
- OSHA 10 Safety Training
- CPR / First Aid Certified
- FEMA Certification
- Blood Borne Pathogens Training
- Customer Service Training ( U.S Department of Labor )
LANGUAGES
English: Professional
Timeline
Quality Inspector
Tesla
10.2022 - Current
High School Diploma - undefined
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nurse Assistant Trade Complete
Glenmont Job Corps Academy