James sawtell
Quality Inspector
Homewood,AL
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 8 years of Aerospace related experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Lead Inspector
Green Metal Products
Clinton twp. Mi
07.2023 - 03.2026
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted in the creation of comprehensive reports detailing findings from quality control inspections, providing valuable insights for management decision making.
- Contributed to the development of new inspection methods, enhancing the effectiveness of the quality control process.
- Trained and mentored junior inspectors on inspection techniques and quality protocols.
Quality Control Inspector
Triple Inc
Troy, MI
02.2018 - 07.2023
- Inspected incoming materials to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- First piece inspection on CNC Grinding machines, Mills, 6 Axis CNC Machines
- Surface Grinders, EDM, Hone and Lap, Final Inspection of Aerospace Fight Safety with Fine Surface Finishes, Tolerances of .00005, Receiving Inspection and Inspection Audit
Quality Control Manager
Macomb Sheet Metal
Clinton Township, MI
11.2016 - 02.2018
- Spearheaded root cause analysis investigations when needed, determining underlying issues and recommending appropriate fixes.
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Discuss up coming jobs, talk vendors and customers
- Check welded, machined, Brake Press formed and saw cut parts for the Defense and aerospace industry
Quality Control Inspector
Triumph Gear Systems Macomb
Macomb, MI
10.2012 - 11.2016
- Implemented digital tracking system for quality control reports, improving accessibility and review efficiency.
- Receiving Inspector, Floor Inspector, First Piece Inspection and Final Inspection using Micrometers, Calipers, Height Gauges, Comparator, Master Height Gauge ( for use in measuring over and under on odd tooth gears) sheffield, Thorn bird ( I.D. runout gage for tube / Cylinder
Quality Control Inspector
Anderson Cook Inc
Clinton Township, MI
05.2015 - 10.2016
- Inspect machined parts, roll spline using pins and micrometers, blade micrometers, comparator and tooth spacing
Quality Control Inspector
Induction Services
Warren, MI
07.2013 - 05.2015
- Check the Depth & Hardness of Heat Treated metal using Brinell Hardness Tester, Vickers Micro Tester
- Use of A, B, C and N scale ( Diamond & Ball )
- Blue Print Reading With GD&T
- Saws, Grinders, Polishers, Micrometers & Caliper's
Education
No Degree - Manufacturing Processes
MACOMB COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Warren, MI05.2013
GED -
Churchill High School
Livonia, MI01.2011
Skills
- Microsoft Word and excel software (1 year)
- GD&T
- Blueprint Reading
- Gear and Spline Measurement
- 5S
- Blueprint reading
- PPAP
- Welding
- Coordinate measuring machine
- Quality assurance
- Leadership
Certification
- Foundry Basics
- DSQR
- Problem Solving
- Driver's License
- CDL Class A with Air Brake Endorsement
- Metallurgy
- Welding Mig & Tig
Additional Information
Skills & Abilities Hardness tester / Vickers Micro particle and Surface Finish tester , blue prints, GD&T, Micrometers, Calipers Bore Gages, Gage Blocks, Sheffield Measuring, Receiving Inspector, Basic Foundry Certification, CMM, Working With Flight Safety and 50 Millions Tolerances
Assessments
- Work style: Reliability, Proficient, Dependable, and act with integrity at work
- Attention to detail, Proficient, Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information
Personal Information
Title: Quality Control Inspector - Machine Operator
Overland Camping / Off Road Trail Riding
I have camped at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes, Taking My Jeep Gladiator in the sand. spent time in northern MI exploring the trails of national parks. my goals are to visit Moab, UT and take to the trails. Jeep also offers Badges you can complete there trails of honor.
Timeline
Quality Control Lead Inspector
Green Metal Products
07.2023 - 03.2026
Quality Control Inspector
Triple Inc
02.2018 - 07.2023
Quality Control Manager
Macomb Sheet Metal
11.2016 - 02.2018
Quality Control Inspector
Anderson Cook Inc
05.2015 - 10.2016
Quality Control Inspector
Induction Services
07.2013 - 05.2015
Quality Control Inspector
Triumph Gear Systems Macomb
10.2012 - 11.2016
No Degree - Manufacturing Processes
MACOMB COMMUNITY COLLEGE
GED -
Churchill High School