Cresha Hobbs
Quality Assurance Operator
Oakland,CA
Summary
Proficient Quality Inspector bringing 16 years of experience in field and strong commitment to safety. Dependable and hardworking with good understanding of inspection, troubleshooting and common repairs. Offering expertise gained during 16+ years in field. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Reliable employee seeking Quality Inspector position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Seasoned Quality Control Technician offering [Number] years of quality control experience. Methodical and diligent professional well-versed in managing rigorous inspection schedules and collaborating with leadership to solve production problems. Detail-oriented Quality Control Technician adept at reviewing materials and finished items for compliance with specifications and standards. Skilled in reporting and problem-solving with a history of making a positive impact on operations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Technician
Butterball Llc
Mount Olive, NC
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in regular team meetings and sharing insights about potential areas of improvement.
- Streamlined data collection methods for test results, enabling faster analysis and decision-making regarding product improvements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive quality control strategies, ensuring optimal product performance.
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining quality assurance processes and implementing best practices.
- Assisted in external audits, showcasing company''s commitment to maintaining high-quality standards throughout its operations.
- Ensured timely resolution of non-conformance issues by effectively communicating findings to relevant departments and recommending corrective actions.
- Evaluated effectiveness of corrective actions, making adjustments as necessary to maintain high levels of quality performance.
- Implemented statistical process control techniques, allowing for real-time monitoring and rapid response to deviations from target specifications.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all quality-related activities, facilitating easy access to records when needed.
- Conducted routine internal audits, ensuring that all departments adhered to established company policies and procedures related to product quality.
- Reduced customer complaints with proactive identification of potential issues during routine testing procedures.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in the manufacturing process.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
Franklin Distillery
Select Staffing Agency
Fairfield, CA
02.2018 - 05.2022
- Completed frequent inspections to identify and resolve problems affecting performance.
- Connected pipes between vats and processing equipment.
- Took samples every to compare quality with specifications.
- Communicated processing instructions to other workers.
- Washed production lines and storage containers to maintain clean and efficient work areas.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Kept operations in compliance with company, safety and legal requirements.
Quality Control Inspector
Sanderson Farms Processing Plant
Kinston, NC
01.2012 - 11.2016
- Streamlined QA processes by working closely with development teams and staying abreast of changing product demands.
- Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
- Monitored performance and generated reports detailing quality of product and defect rates.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Evaluated items to assign grades and marked quality level, rejection status or acceptance.
- Performed daily inspection rounds throughout facilities to check on all equipment and machinery.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts and samples.
- Used hand tools, instruments, gauges and equipment to complete accurate measurements and noted results for official records.
- Located and investigated production concerns and helped management implement corrective actions.
- Examined for defects or issues, reported problems quickly and maintained high levels of accuracy.
- Supervised My own shift In all departments throughout the intire production plant.
- Lead on the Safety Team.
- Set up and Verified the functionality of safety equipment.
Quality Control Inspector
Case Farms
Dudley, NC
03.2009 - 02.2011
- Streamlined QA processes by working closely with development teams and staying abreast of changing product demands.
- Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
- Monitored performance and generated reports detailing quality of product and defect rates.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Monitored production processes to gain understanding of problematic steps and rectify issues.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Evaluated items to assign grades and marked quality level, rejection status or acceptance.
- Performed daily inspection rounds throughout facilities to check on all equipment and machinery.
- Used analyzers, multimeters and power supplies to conduct diagnostic procedures.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts and samples.
- Used hand tools, instruments, gauges and equipment to complete accurate measurements and noted results for official records.
- Tested Product hourly by cooking to ensure products were ready for packaging.
Quality Control Inspector
Butterball Farms
Mount Olive, NC
03.2007 - 06.2009
- Streamlined QA processes by working closely with development teams and staying abreast of changing product demands.
- Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
- Monitored performance and generated reports detailing quality of product and defect rates.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Monitored production processes to gain understanding of problematic steps and rectify issues.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Performed daily inspection rounds throughout facilities to check on all equipment and machinery.
- Disposed of unsound and unsafe materials, products and equipment to prevent inappropriate reuse.
- Used hand tools, instruments, gauges and equipment to complete accurate measurements and noted results for official records.
- Generated and submitted detailed reports to regulatory agencies and company leadership to help drive enhancements.
- Located and investigated production concerns and helped management implement corrective actions.
- Repaired faults, reassembled products and completed additional tests.
Education
No Degree - Human Services/Substance Abuse Counselor
Wayne Community College
Goldsboro, NC 05.2001 -
Skills
Samples comparison
undefinedCertification
Work life Balance Certificate/Ready To Work
Timeline
Quality Assurance Technician
Butterball Llc
10.2022 - 04.2024
Franklin Distillery
Select Staffing Agency
02.2018 - 05.2022
Quality Control Inspector
Sanderson Farms Processing Plant
01.2012 - 11.2016
Work life Balance Certificate/Ready To Work
01-2012
Quality Control Inspector
Case Farms
03.2009 - 02.2011
Quality Control Inspector
Butterball Farms
03.2007 - 06.2009
No Degree - Human Services/Substance Abuse Counselor
Wayne Community College
05.2001 -
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