JAMES HOBACK
Wytheville,VA
Summary
I have worked very hard over the years to obtain the knowledge and training that I have today. I have 20 years of manufacturing experience. I have been very dependable and proven under pressure. I believe the knowledge and skills that I have gained over the years would be a great asset to this position. I am a Quality Assurance Specialist with talents in reducing production costs by improving manufacturing practices and reviewing and auditing records. I work well in assisting management in creating programs for employees to maintain quality standards. Responsible with completing documentation and evaluating results. Knowledgeable about overseeing and verifying Departments and operations. Ready to leverage 20 years experience to take on a long-term position with this company.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Quality Specialist
Coperion
10.2013 - Current
- Operator- Ran CNC lathes,etc.
- Supervisor – Ran production floor, scheduled production, trained new operators, ran machines, etc
- Assembly/ Gearbox Mechanic- Helped build assembly machines, and Gearboxes, trained in paint booth, etc
- Quality Assurance – Fully trained in all QC processes, trained to program lazer marking machine, trained on CMM machine, and barrel pressure testing,Incoming, Outgoing Inspections, Final Inspections, etc.
- Quality Specialist- Lead ISO 9001:2015 Auditor, CAR Leader, Internal Audits,Management of Change Lead,NCPR Lead, Controlled Documents, Gauge Calibrations, New Hire QMS Trainer, 5s and Lean Team,etc.
Quality Specialist
Wood Grain Millwork
07.2012 - 10.2013
- Hourly Line Checks, Assigned CAR Reports, QCR reports, communicated with external and internal suppliers to correct Quality Issues, Trained Operators on QC Checks, Internal Audits, etc.
Team Leader
Brewer Automotive Components/Somic America
05.2005 - 07.2012
- Ran and have knowledge of CNC Lathes,offsets, Drill and Tap Machine, Machining and Assembly, CNC Welder, etc
- Material Flow Operator - Ran Forklifts Set Down and Stand up, Gained knowledge of all parts and, Loading and Unloading Trucks, and Shipping Operations
- Multi Purpose Operator (MPO) – Ran Machines and Material Flow Operations as needed, Next in Charge to Supervisor, Filled In for Supervisor when absent and Ran production floor, Trained New Employees, Completed Production Paperwork Daily, etc
- Quality Technician – Start up Line checks and grease weights,preformed First piece Line and Hourly part checks, Weld Penetration Cut Checks , QCR Reports, Monthly part Disassembly Testing, Changeover Checks, Incoming/Outgoing Inspections, Trained in Internal Audits, Also trained in the plating lab.
- Preformed Chemical Level Checks Daily, Helped with standardized work processes, trained operators and signed off on all QC training procedures, etc
- Team Leader – Trained employees and signed off on training sheets, Assisted on production floor daily, Scheduled Daily Production, filled in on machines, etc.
Machine Operator, QC Inspector
Hutchinson Sealing Systems
02.2004 - 05.2005
- Ran rubber extruders and Mold Machines, Material Handler, etc
- Inspections, Hourly Line Checks, Final Inspection, Incoming and Outgoing Inspections.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Religion
Global University
Springfield, MO 04.2014 - 05.2017
GED -
George Wythe High School
Wytheville, VA01.2002
Skills
- Production standards
- Modifications and adjustments
- Power and hand tools
- Scheduling flexibility
- Loading and unloading protocols
- ISO 9001:2015
- Performance Management
- Machinery operations
- CNC Machines
- Quality assurance controls
- Assembly procedures
- QC
- Quality assurance standards
- Documentation ability
- Equipment operation
- Equipment assembly
- Tool repairs
- Vendor and Client Relations
- Correction action planning
- Materials inspection
- Sampling
- Collaboration skills
- Warehouse operations
- Understanding of evaluation methodologies
- Sound decision-making abilities
- Communication proficiency
- Production optimization
- Problem-solving skills
- Project management
- Laboratory computer systems
- Correction plans
- Materials testing
- Staff mentoring
- Sampling procedures
- Safety procedures
- Product inspections
- Statistical analysis
- Testing protocols
- Inspections and audit
- Records and test data auditing
- Non-conformance reporting
- Troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Inspection procedures
- Production experience
- Inspection documentation
- Reporting and analysis
- Quality control
- Preventive Actions
- Training and mentorship
- Product testing
- Reporting and documentation
- Team management
- Calibration procedures development
- Preventative maintenance
Timeline
Some College (No Degree) - Religion
Global University
04.2014 - 05.2017
Quality Specialist
Coperion
10.2013 - Current
Quality Specialist
Wood Grain Millwork
07.2012 - 10.2013
Team Leader
Brewer Automotive Components/Somic America
05.2005 - 07.2012
Machine Operator, QC Inspector
Hutchinson Sealing Systems
02.2004 - 05.2005
GED -
George Wythe High School
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