David A Huff
Quality Control Inspector
Wichita,KS
Summary
Skilled and detail-oriented Quality Control Inspector focused on performing appropriate and useful analysis of products and component materials in order to drive quality improvements in manufacturing environments. I hold a strong background of assembly and or fabricating experience and installing those materials associated with sheet metal within the aircraft Industry. Consistent and dependable with quality inspection, sheet metal components, pneumatic tools, blueprints, and systems. Review orders and or specifications to maintain assembly timestamps and output of products or line involvement. Ultimately, striving for an effective workplace either alone or with team members to meet continuous work demands with high output or assembly of quality materials and industry leading airplanes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Figeac Aero
Wichita, KS
03.2024 - Current
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- 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.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, KS
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Fabricated sheet metal components using shears, brakes, punches and drill presses.
- Operated various hand tools such as grinders, saws, riveters and drills.
- Assembled sheet metal parts with screws, bolts or spot welds.
- Fabricated and adjusted component parts with shop and on-site tools.
- Aligned and balanced overall structures and component parts by using precision instruments.
- Verified product quality by checking products for accuracy and completing necessary adjustments.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine dimensions of the finished product.
Sheet Metal Fabricator
Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, KS
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Read blueprints and specifications to determine the type of sheet metal needed for each job.
- Fabricate sheet metal pieces by cutting, punching, bending, rolling, and forming with hand tools or machines.
- Inspect completed work for accuracy of fit and conformity to specifications.
- Use shears to cut sheets of metal into specific sizes and shapes.
- Construct parts from flat sheets of metals utilizing a variety of hand tools including hammers, punches and drills.
- Set up and operate fabricating machines such as brakes, rolls, shears to cut, bend and straighten sheet metal.
- Measure material accurately using measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers before beginning any task related to fabrication process.
- Align material prior to assembly using squares rulers and scribes when necessary.
- Position parts in jigs fixtures and vises so that they can be worked on effectively.
- Maintain records regarding production output quality control procedures and time taken for each job performed.
- Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills and shears.
Aircraft Media Blaster
Textron Aviation
Wichita, Kansas
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Performed preventative maintenance on all shop equipment as needed.
- Executed blasting operations safely and efficiently according to established procedures.
- Ensured all blasting activities complied with applicable regulations, laws and standards.
- Maintained records on all blasts, including timing, location and results.
- Monitored air quality in the vicinity of blasting sites to ensure safe working conditions.
- Provided technical advice on blasting techniques to other personnel involved in project execution.
- Coordinated with other departments during the planning stages of projects involving blasting activities.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations related to blasting operations.
- Performed regular maintenance on all blasting equipment used at job sites.
- Scheduled necessary repairs for malfunctioning equipment in a timely manner.
- Applied technical knowledge to help promote safe work environment and enhance customer satisfaction.
Education
GED -
Dunbar Learning Center
Wichita, KS2005
General Educational Development - General Studies
Circle High School
Towanda, KSSkills
- Quality Inspection
- Component Fabrication
- Blueprint Reading
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Product Assembly
- Emergency Protocols
- Experience With Pneumatic Tools
- Operating Equipment
- Excellent Communication
- Data Entry
- Team Building
- Inspection documentation
- Raw materials testing
- Quality control planning
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Figeac Aero
03.2024 - Current
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
04.2022 - 10.2022
Sheet Metal Fabricator
Spirit AeroSystems
04.2019 - 03.2020
Aircraft Media Blaster
Textron Aviation
11.2018 - 04.2019
GED -
Dunbar Learning Center
General Educational Development - General Studies
Circle High School
References
References available upon request.
References
References available upon request.