Daniel Castillo
Muscatine ,IA
Summary
Accomplished Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control at John Deere Harvester Works, I leveraged ISO standards knowledge and team leadership to enhance product quality and exceed productivity goals. Expert in quality management systems and technical knowledge, I significantly improved team performance and facilitated successful resolutions of complex issues, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and collaborative skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
John Deere Harvester Works
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Provided training for new inspectors on proper inspection techniques, tools, and best practices, resulting in improved team performance.
- Exceeded productivity goals by efficiently prioritizing tasks based on deadlines while maintaining strict attention to detail during inspections.
- Acted as a liaison between departments to facilitate clear communication regarding product specifications and any necessary adjustments required due to non-conformance findings during inspections.
- Collaborated with engineering teams for the successful resolution of complex quality issues, ensuring product performance met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Developed comprehensive quality assurance documentation, clearly outlining procedures and reporting requirements for all team members.
Welder
John Deere Harvester Works
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
Forklift Operator, Warehouse Lead
ES3 Muscatine Logistics
04.2015 - 11.2020
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Managed a team of warehouse personnel, delegating tasks effectively to optimize workflow.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Facilitated cross-training amongst team members to enhance overall skillset and improve staff flexibility during peak seasons or absences.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Maintained a safe working environment, conducting regular safety audits and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
Education
High School Diploma -
Muscatine Community College
Muscatine, IA12.2020
Skills
ISO standards knowledge
Quality Management Systems
Technical knowledge
Timeline
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
John Deere Harvester Works
04.2022 - 08.2024
Welder
John Deere Harvester Works
04.2022 - 08.2024
Forklift Operator, Warehouse Lead
ES3 Muscatine Logistics
04.2015 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Muscatine Community College
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