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James Patton

Owensboro,KY

Summary

Determined Quality Assurance Specialist with dedication to quality and accuracy. Familiar with handling multiple projects in highly competitive environments. Solid interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Southwire - Kentucky Plant
02.2013 - Current
  • In this role I am responsible for ensuring the quality of Southwire products going to national and international clients
  • Completed deviation forms and recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team members and department managers to implement procedural remedies.
  • Calibration and record keeping of all tools and equipment related to ISO:9001-2015 program
  • Provide support and assistance to QA departments at various other Southwire locations
  • Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers, and internal plant operations.
  • Specified quality requirements of raw materials with suppliers.
  • Inspected products and worker progress throughout production.
  • Used various software databases to maintain database of test reports and calibration records.
  • Addressed non-conformance issues, pausing production to correct errors.
  • Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
  • Implemented process improvements to increase productivity in quality assurance operations.
  • Created and collaborated in implementation and maintenance of customer complaint log.
  • Performed standard first article inspections and random sampling inspections to verify adherence to customer standards.
  • Analyzed quality and performance data to support operational decision-making.

Production Supervisor

Southwire - Kentucky Plant
07.2010 - 02.2013
  • In the stranding department which played a key role in cable mill operation
  • Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
  • Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
  • Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
  • Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Managed team of 17 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.

General Production Worker

Southwire - Kentucky Plant
08.2006 - 07.2010
  • Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
  • Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
  • Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
  • Participated in regular meetings with team members to discuss production updates.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.

Education

General Studies

Owensboro High School
Owensboro, KY
05.1996

Skills

  • Quality Assurance (10 years)
  • ISO 9001 (9 years)
  • Internal Audits (10 years)
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Auditing (9 years)
  • Quality Management
  • Quality Control (9 years)
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Quality Audits
  • Supervising experience (10 years)
  • Microsoft Office (10 years)
  • Calipers (9 years)
  • Manufacturing (10 years)
  • Micrometer (10 years)
  • Customer service (9 years)
  • Supply Chain (9 years)
  • 5S (5 years)
  • SAP (4 years)
  • Lean (8 years)
  • Calibration (9 years)
  • Quality Inspection (9 years)
  • Six Sigma (3 years)
  • Production Management
  • Leadership
  • QA/QC
  • Awards
  • Dale Carnegie-Highest Award for Achievement
  • December 2015
  • Achievement award earned after completing a Dale Carnegie Course on public speaking in 2015
  • Certified Southwire Six-Sigma Green Belt
  • Certifications and Licenses
  • ISO 9001:2015 Internal Quality Auditing
  • Customer Service
  • Defect Recording
  • Corrective Actions
  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Motivational Leadership
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Audit Reports
  • Quality Improvement
  • Compliance Certifications
  • Team Leadership
  • General Housekeeping
  • ISO 9000 Requirements
  • Internal Audits

Certification

April 2016 to Present Attended a two day course on internal quality auditing held by the Georgia Institute of Technology. ISO9001:2015 Lead Auditor May 2017 to Present Attended Lead Auditor training in Nashville from May 8-11 2017. Course given by QAI. Additional Information

Additional Information

  • KY , Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Southwire - Kentucky Plant
02.2013 - Current

Production Supervisor

Southwire - Kentucky Plant
07.2010 - 02.2013

General Production Worker

Southwire - Kentucky Plant
08.2006 - 07.2010

General Studies

Owensboro High School

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