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Education
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David W. Hoeft

22915 29th Ave West, Brier

Summary

Detail-oriented Quality Assurance Supervisor with proven success in implementing quality control standards and compliance audits within electronic communication products.

Experienced with Technical Standards Order (TSO). Assigned as the Accountable Manager for Icom America's IC-A220 Air Band Transceiver Manufacturing. Detail-oriented Quality Assurance Supervisor with a proven track record in compliance auditing and quality control. Expertise in developing and implementing standards that enhance product integrity and operational efficiency.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Icom America, Inc
Kirkland
02.2014 - Current
  • Supervised quality assurance processes for electronic communication products.
  • Developed and implemented quality control standards and procedures.
  • Developed and implemented quality control standards and procedures for Icom America TSO-approved IC-A220 VHF air band transceiver.
  • Conducted audits of the TSO manufacturing facility for compliance with TSO procedures.
  • Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Participated in internal and external audits as needed.
  • Reviewed and approved quality-related documents, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of incoming materials and finished products to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Conduct on-site audits of parent company manufacturing facility. (Japan)

Production Supervisor

Icom America, Inc
Bellevue
07.2004 - 02.2015
  • Supervised daily production operations to ensure efficient workflow.
  • Coordinated team schedules and assigned tasks to optimize productivity.
  • Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
  • Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.

Engineering Technical Aide

Icom America, Inc
Bellevue
01.2002 - 07.2004
  • Prepared technical reports summarizing findings from experiments and analyses.
  • Prepared reports detailing findings from engineering experiments or studies.
  • Used equipment, techniques and tools for task completion.
  • Conducted product testing in the field as needed.

Service Technician

Stephens Engineering and Associates
Mountlake Terrace
01.1987 - 01.2002
  • Performed routine inspections to ensure system efficiency and safety compliance.
  • Provided technical support for clients regarding system operation and maintenance.
  • Assisted in training new technicians on best practices and safety protocols.
  • Diagnosed problems and determined solutions for various customer issues.
  • Troubleshot electrical circuits using schematics and diagrams.
  • Logged services performed in service ticket system.
  • Tested repaired items to ensure functionality before returning them to customers.
  • Set up and operated mechanical and manual tools and equipment.
  • Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
  • Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
  • Estimated cost of labor and materials for projects and communicated value to clients.

Education

Diploma of Graduation - Electrical, Electronics And Communication Repair

US Army Signal Center And Fort Gordon
Ft Gordon, GA
06-1985

Diploma - Fire Support Specialist

US Army Field Artillery School
Fort Sill, OK
06-1981

High School Diploma -

Burlington-Edison High School
Burlington, WA
06-1980

Skills

  • Quality control
  • Compliance auditing
  • Document review
  • Process improvement
  • Technical report writing
  • Team leadership

Affiliations

  • Certified Scuba Diver
  • Licensed Amateur Radio Operator (General) (KD7QEG)
  • Amateur Wood Worker and Jewelry maker

Certification

  • Licensed Amateur Radio Operator (General) (KD7QEG)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Icom America, Inc
02.2014 - Current

Production Supervisor

Icom America, Inc
07.2004 - 02.2015

Engineering Technical Aide

Icom America, Inc
01.2002 - 07.2004

Service Technician

Stephens Engineering and Associates
01.1987 - 01.2002

Diploma of Graduation - Electrical, Electronics And Communication Repair

US Army Signal Center And Fort Gordon

Diploma - Fire Support Specialist

US Army Field Artillery School

High School Diploma -

Burlington-Edison High School

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