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David Stephenson

Ionia

Summary

Results-driven quality control professional with extensive experience in defect analysis and statistical methods. Committed to maintaining exceptional standards and reducing defects, ready to leverage leadership and collaboration skills to drive operational excellence.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paint Defect Analyst

Team Solutions Group
Lansing
07.2017 - Current
  • Analyzed defects with statistical methods and software programs to drive first-time quality.
  • Biweekly draft readings of powder and paint booths using a velometer.
  • Maintained positive working relationships with fellow staff and management.
  • Have had several successes at the Lake Orion and Lansing Delta Township plants in Michigan.
  • Perform daily preventative duties to keep defects off units, and received many fishbowl recognitions.

Quality Control Inspector

Albar Industries
Lapeer
03.2013 - 07.2017
  • Inspected painted accessory parts for Chevy, Ford, Toyota, and Honda. Including hubcaps, shark fins, and A/C vent rings.

Store Manager

Pamida
Allegan
06.1998 - 01.2013
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Received honors for most improved store in 2007, and first in customer service for three years in a row.
  • Worked with vendors to set up elaborate displays to catch people's attention.
  • Store resets and planogram expert.
  • Improved shrink by 78% in the first year using my customer service method.

Education

Certification - Brakes, Auto Mechanics

Huron Technical Institute
Bad Axe, MI
05-1992

Skills

  • Statistical analysis
  • 2yrs Welding experience
  • Quality control
  • Defect analysis
  • Paint application techniques
  • Data visualization
  • Vendor management
  • Self-driven

Certification

  • Red Cross Certified 9-24-2024

Timeline

Paint Defect Analyst

Team Solutions Group
07.2017 - Current

Quality Control Inspector

Albar Industries
03.2013 - 07.2017

Store Manager

Pamida
06.1998 - 01.2013

Certification - Brakes, Auto Mechanics

Huron Technical Institute