Erik Towns

• Examined obstacles and coordinated with teams to formulate answers.
• Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.
• Enhanced workplace safety by refining training programs.
• Closely examined near Miss reports produced by workers for unsafe behaviors. Frequently interacted with workers to address these unsafe acts and make proactive changes to prevent reoccurrences.
• Enhanced chemical management processes by addressing compliance concerns.
• Performed hazard checks, detailed inspection, audits for various types of welding, and air pressure testing on a daily basis looking for job changes and job hazards.
• Ensured disposal compliance with DOT, EPA, and DHEC regulations for hazardous waste.

Due to unfortunate situations, I made the personal choice to take one year off to become a full-time nurse for my elderly dad until he passed away.

• Prepared, documented and executed detailed test plans, test cases and defect reports.
• Maintained electronic copies of records in oil products to document completed inspections.
• Performed and coordinated Type inspections and determined quality assurance testing models of raw materials and finished products.
• Created work instructions for 8 -person production line, increasing productivity 43%.
• Supported root cause and data analysis for defect reduction and process yield improvement.
• Spearheaded automation projects within QC operations, streamlining processes without compromising quality standards.
• Supported design engineering teams with crucial input on manufacturability and quality considerations during the development process.
• Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.