Matthew Rice
Parker
20
years of professional experience
Adaptable professional with extensive experience in mechanical troubleshooting and quality assurance. Known for strong inspection skills and commitment to safety, ready to leverage expertise to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
Work History
Quality Inspector
9 Months- Conducted visual inspections of manufactured components to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Operated measurement tools, including calipers and micrometers, to verify product specifications.
- Documented inspection results and anomalies in quality reports for continuous improvement tracking.
- Collaborated with production teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Inspected outbound shipments and conducted random sampling of product quality.
- Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
- Maintained high standard of workmanship by using only approved data, materials, tools and test equipment.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
Quality Control Specialist
3 Years 2 Months- Certified Basic/Lead Auditor Training meeting NQA-1 and ANSI N45.2.23 requirements
- Quality Excellence Award 2022
- Interpret Mechanical, P&ID, Isometric and Electrical Drawings
- Report deficiencies as they arise
- Verify receipt of materials on site and off site warehouse
- Assist and provide oversight to multiple multiple functional groups as needed
- Conduct inspections/surveillances on mission critical work activities
- Firestop Instructional Training FIT Level 1
Mechanical Technician/Munitions Handler
7 Years 1 Month- Troubleshoot mechanical problems and initiate safe corrective measures
- Install new equipment
- Perform maintenance on equipment
- Operate forklift, boom lifts and scissor lifts as needed
- OSHA level A, DPE, and C entries
- Build and install lock outs
- Document all maintenance and repairs
- Operated and maintained mechanical systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Diagnosed equipment failures and implemented effective solutions to minimize downtime.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on diverse mechanical systems.
Lamp Maker
1 Year 2 Months- Load reflectors
- Glow check lamps
- Inspected lamps
- Salvage par 38 mounts
Boiler Operator/Mechanical Technician
7 Years- Operated and maintained high-pressure boilers to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Conducted regular inspections of boiler systems to identify and resolve operational issues promptly.
- Monitored fuel supply levels, adjusting as necessary to maintain efficiency and reliability of operations.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to implement preventative measures, reducing downtime and improving system reliability.
- Responded to maintenance calls throughout the facility
- Maintained daily work logs
- Monitored water treatment system and conducted plant boiler water testing
Education
High School Diploma
Timeline
Quality Inspector
Parker
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
Quality Control Specialist
Bechtel
07.2022 - 09.2025Read More
Mechanical Technician/Munitions Handler
Amentum
06.2015 - 07.2022Read More
Lamp Maker
GE
04.2014 - 06.2015Read More
Boiler Operator/Mechanical Technician
Eastern State Hospital
09.2006 - 09.2013Read More
Jackson County High School
High School Diploma
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