James Mercaldi
Milford,CT
Summary
Well-qualified Quality Control Inspector proficient in documentation, reporting and compliance standards. Meticulous and methodical professional with a deep understanding of manufacturing and production operations. Bringing 25 years of related experience.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Spectrum Associates Inc.
Milford, CT
10.2010 - Current
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
- Used [Tool] to inspect quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Streamlined QA processes by working closely with development teams and staying abreast of changing product demands.
- Studied blueprints and design specs to uphold best-in-class knowledge of Aerospace products.
- Used hand tools, instruments, gauges and equipment to complete accurate measurements and noted results for official records.
- Examined manufactured parts for defects or issues, reported problems quickly and maintained high levels of accuracy.
CNC Machine Operator
Cadcom
Milford, CT
05.1997 - 10.2010
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Loaded and unloaded parts to maintain high level of production.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
- Operated and maintained up to 5 different mill and lathe machines to fabricate aerospace products.
- Measured completed pieces to identify product irregularities and specifications non-conformance; adjusting machines to correct issues.
- Detected malfunctions and control errors by monitoring machine operation and checking completed pieces.
- Prevented machine breakdown by maintaining proper lubrication and cooling during operation.
- Completed manual adjustments and tooling changes in absence of automatic programming.
- Reviewed and interpreted schematics, blueprints and work instructions to determine product specifications and machine requirements.
Education
No Degree -
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CTHigh School Diploma -
Jonathan Law High School
Milford, CT06.1994
Skills
- Mathematical Calculations
- Specifications Conformance
- Rejected Materials Disposal
- Corrective Action Recommendations
- Equipment Function Testing
- Dimensional Measurement
- Manual and Finger Dexterity
- Inspection and Testing Reports
- Defect Removal
- Quality Standards Adherence
- Document Maintenance
- Equipment Testing and Calibration
- QA Tools
- Defect Recording
- Document Quality
- Inspection Protocols
- Inspection Procedures
- Sampling Procedures
- Dial Calipers
- Blueprint Understanding
- Total Quality Management
- Maintaining Quality Assurance Standards
- Optical Gauges
- Reviewing Test Results
Certification
- CMM operator/Programmer (Calypso Basic 2015 and Advanced training 2016 certificates).
- GD&T training, Central Connecticut State University - 2015
- Sikorsky Aircraft DQR over 10 years.
- Sikorsky Aircraft Flight Safety Inspector over 10 years.
Additional Information
Experience with computers (Excel. Office, Word, Calypso).
Experience creating, editing, and reviewing inspection documents.
Experience training and helping fellow employees.
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Spectrum Associates Inc.
10.2010 - Current
CNC Machine Operator
Cadcom
05.1997 - 10.2010
No Degree -
Southern Connecticut State University
High School Diploma -
Jonathan Law High School
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