Hunter Taylor
West Memphis,Arkansas
Summary
Professional in quality assurance with strong skills in inspection, testing, and process optimization. Known for ensuring standards compliance and improving product consistency through collaboration and adaptability. Possess keen attention to detail, excellent problem-solving abilities, and commitment to team success. Reliable and flexible, consistently delivering high-quality results amidst changing requirements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Hino
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections of incoming materials and finished products for quality compliance.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance protocols to enhance product reliability and safety.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues in real-time.
- Contributed to an team inspection accuracy of 97%
- Trained junior inspectors on inspection techniques and standards to ensure consistency.
- Skilled at using precision measuring tools, such as calipers, dial indicators, and micrometers.
- Maintained accurate records of all quality control documentation, ensuring data integrity, and audit readiness.
- Increased volume of parts inspected daily by 40%
Production Team Member
Hino
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Maintained an organized and sanitized work environment.
- Devised a system to effectively ensure that gaskets were within tolerance when masking parts.
- New system for changing gaskets decreased failures by 35%
- Mentored new employees on precision measuring tools, such as dial indicators.
- Mastered new processes in multiple departments quickly.
- Set the differential gearbox's preload and backlash within spec and tolerance with a dial indicator.
- Promoted to quality control inspector within 4 months of employment at Hino.
Horizontal Directional Drill Helper
Lesley Contractors, LLC
05.2022 - 09.2024
- Assisted in drilling operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Collaborated with crew members to optimize drilling processes and enhance overall efficiency by 25% on-site .
- Reduced equipment wear and tear with regular housekeeping duties, including cleaning work areas, greasing machinery, and inspecting drill components for signs of damage.
- Organized materials to prepare for use led to set up time decreasing by 15-30 minutes per job.
- Assisted in reducing downtime with proactive identification of potential issues or hazards related to drilling equipment or processes.
Off Lot Inventory Associate
Carvana
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Increased warehouse productivity through effective teamwork, clear communication, and collaboration with colleagues.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to optimize stock levels and minimize discrepancies.
- Developed and implemented improvements to inventory tracking procedures, enhancing accuracy by 20%.
- Managed inventory counts to ensure accuracy and consistency across all product lines.
- Delivered and picked up vehicles to dealerships for repairs in a timely manner.
Shipping Crate Inspector
Southern Intermodal
08.2018 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and enhance inspection processes.
- Conducted thorough inspections of intermodal containers to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Developed streamlined procedures for inspection reporting, improving turnaround time by 24% a for compliance checks
- Photograph documented extensively damaged shipping containers.
- Led initiatives to identify potential safety hazards, contributing to enhanced workplace safety protocols
Customer Service Associate
Walgreens
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and complaints efficiently.
- Assisted in training new associates on customer service protocols and store policies.
- Led initiatives to streamline inventory management, ensuring product availability for customers.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintained a high level of product knowledge, providing accurate information to customers.
Cart Pusher
Walmart
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of cart areas, enhancing customer experience.
- Greeted customers and regulars with a smile.
- Coordinated retrieval of shopping carts to maintain store organization and accessibility.
- Demonstrated efficient handling of high volumes of carts during peak hours, improving workflow.
- Ensured safe transport of carts across parking lot, minimizing potential hazards for customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Academies of West Memphis
West Memphis05.2016
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Multitasking
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Computer Skills
- Versatile
- Quality control inspections
- Quality assurance protocols
- Precision measuring tools
- Documentation management
- Safety protocol adherence
Certification
- Certificate of Proficiency Arkansas State University Mid-South Heavy Truck Diesel Maintenance May/2016
- Certificate of Proficiency Arkansas State University Mid-South Shielded Metal Arc Welding Technology May/2016
Hobbies
Off-Vehicles, Small Engines, PC Building, Hiking, Swimming, Walking, Four Wheelers, Gardening, and Cooking
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Hino
01.2025 - Current
Production Team Member
Hino
09.2024 - 02.2025
Horizontal Directional Drill Helper
Lesley Contractors, LLC
05.2022 - 09.2024
Off Lot Inventory Associate
Carvana
01.2021 - 05.2022
Shipping Crate Inspector
Southern Intermodal
08.2018 - 01.2021
Customer Service Associate
Walgreens
07.2017 - 08.2018
Cart Pusher
Walmart
05.2016 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Academies of West Memphis