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Colin Tyler

Clinton Twp

Summary

Accomplished Quality Control Analyst at Magna Drive Automotive, skilled in first piece inspection and root cause analysis. Proven track record in enhancing quality control processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Final Quality Inspector

Supreme Gear
Fraser
12.2023 - 05.2025

First Piece Inspection. Full quantity final Inspection. Process Inspection

Build Gauges, Bore gages, Rail gages.

  • Conducted audits of quality control processes to identify areas for improvement.
  • Identified non-conforming materials and reported discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
  • Inspected product components to ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards.
  • Analyzed data from inspection activities to assess the effectiveness of quality control measures.

Quality Technician

Bmt Aerospace Caratron Div
Fraser
04.2018 - 12.2023

Helped the final Inspectors with all gear qualities. Surface Finish, Lead, Profile, Runout. Programed bmts gear checking machines. Klingenberg P-100/ P-40. Gleason M&M checker. contracer for radius and Angles also edge breaks from the burr department for first piece. Sample size to 100 %

  • Performed detailed inspections of products to ensure they met customer requirements and industry standards.
  • Tracked defect trends to determine areas where improvements could be made in the manufacturing process.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on non-conforming parts, identified corrective actions, and reported findings to management.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing practices.
  • Maintained records of all inspection activities, including reports and data collection sheets.

Quality Control Analyst

Magna Drive Automotive
Warren
11.2017 - 04.2018

Quality Control on manga's automotive electronic box line.

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop solutions for identified issues related to product or service quality.
  • Identified areas of improvement within current operational procedures as well as recommended best practices for future operations.

Landscaper

Varsity Landscaping & Grounds
Saint Clair Shores
03.2015 - 04.2017

Worked with a great landscaping crew. cut about 40 lawns a day. Did spring clean ups, Fall clean ups, trimming trees, and snow removal.

  • Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
  • Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
  • Participated in snow removal services during winter months.
  • Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
  • Repaired walkways with pavers or concrete blocks when needed.
  • Inspected property for signs of damage or infestation from pests or weeds.
  • Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
  • Built retaining walls using stones or bricks for stability purposes.
  • Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
  • Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
  • Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
  • Performed routine maintenance of irrigation systems including repairs when needed.
  • Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
  • Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
  • Planned and designed landscaping projects to meet customer needs and preferences.
  • Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
  • Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
  • Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.

Siding Installer

petr
Clinton Twp
04.2014 - 10.2015

Installed trim and siding.

  • Installed flashing around windows, doors and other openings in walls.
  • Built scaffolding or ladders for access to higher sections of building exteriors when needed.
  • Repaired minor damage caused by weather conditions or accidents after completion of projects.
  • Covered exposed areas with plastic sheeting when painting or staining was required.
  • Checked that the siding was level using a spirit level tool.
  • Ensured that all nails were placed at proper angles so that siding would not come loose over time.
  • Inspected work sites for safety hazards before beginning work.
  • Provided customers with advice about how best maintain their exterior siding over time.
  • Cut and trimmed material to shape to fit around windows and corners.
  • Operated saw blade in reverse to cut pieces of vinyl.

Host/Dishwasher

Chilli's Bar & Grill
Roseville
05.2013 - 04.2014

Maintained Clean Environment while i seated people to Eat at Chillis also was a dishwasher.

  • Provided customers with accurate wait times and monitored waiting list.
  • Took reservations over phone and in person.
  • Maintained cleanliness of lobby area, including wiping down tables and chairs.
  • Assisted other departments when needed such as bussing tables or delivering food orders.

Floorboy

Shore Lanes Bowling
Saint Clair Shores
04.2011 - 05.2013

Cleaned up all around the bowling alley , cleaned up and stocked the beer for shore lanes bar.

  • Ensured that all areas of the store were properly stocked according to company guidelines.
  • Reported any hazardous conditions or equipment malfunctions to management immediately.
  • Organized stockroom shelves for easy access of items by staff members.
  • Conducted regular inspections of the store's flooring to ensure safety standards are met.
  • Swept, mopped, vacuumed and buffed floors to maintain cleanliness.
  • Followed company policies regarding break times, meal periods, and other work-related rules.
  • Assisted customers with loading and unloading merchandise from their vehicles.
  • Restocked shelves with new inventory promptly after receiving shipments.

Education

High School Diploma -

LAKESHORE HIGH SCHOOL
Saint Clair Shores, MI
06-2011

Some College (No Degree) - BASICS

Macomb Community College
Warren, MI

Skills

  • First piece inspection
  • Final inspection
  • Process inspection
  • Quality audits
  • Non-conformance reporting
  • Data analysis
  • Root cause analysis
  • Continuous improvement
  • Team collaboration
  • Equipment calibration
  • Documentation maintenance
  • Problem solving
  • In-process inspection
  • First-article inspection
  • Quality control procedures
  • Visual inspection
  • Quality control
  • Inspection procedures
  • Sampling procedures
  • Raw materials testing
  • Blueprint reading
  • Surface inspection
  • Quality control planning
  • Calibration techniques
  • Dimensional inspection
  • Final product inspection

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Final Quality Inspector

Supreme Gear
12.2023 - 05.2025

Quality Technician

Bmt Aerospace Caratron Div
04.2018 - 12.2023

Quality Control Analyst

Magna Drive Automotive
11.2017 - 04.2018

Landscaper

Varsity Landscaping & Grounds
03.2015 - 04.2017

Siding Installer

petr
04.2014 - 10.2015

Host/Dishwasher

Chilli's Bar & Grill
05.2013 - 04.2014

Floorboy

Shore Lanes Bowling
04.2011 - 05.2013

High School Diploma -

LAKESHORE HIGH SCHOOL

Some College (No Degree) - BASICS

Macomb Community College