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Dale Woodard

Tooele,UT

Summary

Driven Quality Control Technician with extensive experience at Northrop Grumman, specializing in equipment calibration and quality management systems. Expert in CMM operation/programming and adept at mentoring, I significantly enhance inspection efficiency and compliance with ISO standards. My proactive approach in implementing corrective actions and standard work practices underscores my commitment to excellence and team success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Control Technician 4

Northrop Grumman
05.2021 - Current
  • Performs hands on visual and dimensional inspection of incoming parts and materials, assessing compliance with standards, specifications and control drawings.
  • Use of micrometers, calipers, Optical Comparator, Use and programming of CMM and test equipment in the performance of receiving inspection work.
  • Reads instructions and safety information, follows safety procedures, and wears and utilizes appropriate safety equipment for the work being performed.
  • Being the 4 in our group, I help train, coach, and mentor my coworkers to ensure our team succeeds.

Metrology Technician2

Northrop Grumman
10.2019 - 05.2021
  • Test, calibrate, adjust, and maintain electromechanical, mechanical, optical, Vacuum / Pressure, and Temperature type measuring and indicating instruments.
  • Set up calibration sequences, methods and procedures according to detailed specifications, blueprints, drawings, internally developed procedures, Manufacturer Manuals and other requirements.
  • Perform calibration, maintenance and repair activities of electronic measuring and test equipment to commercial specifications and/or internally developed procedures to validate equipment accuracies and performance integrity.

Quality Inspector 3

Varex Imaging
08.2017 - 10.2019

• CMM operator, Program inspections using Solidworks, EDrawings, Calypso and other software.

• Write work instruction documents (WIDS) and update the existing Procedures for changes.

• Run the Flat Panel Incoming inspection side. Provide support for Engineering and our Internal customer in production.

• Proficient at using dial calipers, micrometers, Optical Comparator, CMM, Keyence, and other measuring devises.

• Certified in basic CMM operation, GD&T, and Soldering.

Quality Specialist 2

BioFire Diagnostics / Defense
04.2013 - 06.2017

• Inspection, testing, and qualification of PCR medical devise equipment. Including, create reports for records, closed terminated records, and completed chart audits.

• Developed and created a more effective filling system to accelerate paperwork processing including an electronic filing system to make file transfers more efficient and fast to meet critical deadlines.

• Ran the Supplier Quality program and Material Review Board.

• Product expert for the most successful machine, The Film Array.

• Proficient at using dial calipers, micrometers, Optical Comparator, CMM, and other measuring devises.

Trained in the QA specifications and standards for materials, processes as well as finished products and blue print reading, also operating computer programs

Education

High School Diploma -

Tooele High School
Tooele, UT
06.1996

Skills

  • Product Inspection
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Inspections and reviews
  • GD&T trained
  • CMM operator/programmer
  • Certified Auditor
  • Writing Standard work practices
  • Corrective Action Implementation
  • Quality Management Systems
  • ISO Standards

Certification

  • Certified GD&T
  • Certified Auditor
  • Certified Calypso Basic Training and Level 2

Timeline

Quality Control Technician 4

Northrop Grumman
05.2021 - Current

Metrology Technician2

Northrop Grumman
10.2019 - 05.2021

Quality Inspector 3

Varex Imaging
08.2017 - 10.2019

Quality Specialist 2

BioFire Diagnostics / Defense
04.2013 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

Tooele High School
Dale Woodard