JAMES KELSEY
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Detail-oriented Quality Control Technician adept at reviewing materials and finished items for compliance with specifications and standards. Skilled in reporting and problem-solving with a history of making a positive impact on operations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Technician
American Howa
01.2016 - Current
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Adhered to safety and clean area procedures to comply with agency and regulatory mandates.
- Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.
- Collaborated with production staff to improve processes, reduce defects and optimize quality.
- Monitored production output to verify quality standards ahead of dispatch.
- Tested and evaluated product precision against specifications to reduce discrepancies.
- Established quality-control testing models, procedures and specifications to uplift standards.
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
- Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.
- Conducted investigations into questionable test results.
- Assessed products or services to evaluate conformance with quality standards.
Sanitation Coordinator
T Marzetti
01.2008 - 02.2011
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Set-up Technician
Nylon Craft
01.1996 - 01.2007
- Set up scheduled machines to meet demands of different production plans.
- Maintained clean and organized tool sets for production runs.
- Protected molds from damage through proper handling and storage between use.
- Cleaned mold and machine platen after removing pieces from machinery.
- Reviewed production schedule in advance to set priorities and understand sequences.
- Blew out water lines for preventive maintenance.
- Helped team follow production standards and OSHA requirements for optimal safety.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Trained staff in correct use and care of high-value production equipment.
- Inspected molds to identify maintenance and repair needs.
Quality Control Inspector
Nylon Craft
01.1993 - 01.1993
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
Education
Associate of Arts - Communications
Adirondack Community College
Queensbury, NY06.1990
High School Diploma -
C W Baker
Baldwinsville, NY06.1987
Skills
- Specifications Knowledge
- Quality Control Coordination
- Documentation Skills
- Active Listening
Timeline
Quality Control Technician
American Howa
01.2016 - Current
Sanitation Coordinator
T Marzetti
01.2008 - 02.2011
Set-up Technician
Nylon Craft
01.1996 - 01.2007
Quality Control Inspector
Nylon Craft
01.1993 - 01.1993
Associate of Arts - Communications
Adirondack Community College
High School Diploma -
C W Baker
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