Jennifer Wehrli-Mead
1535 Arthur Ave, Racine,WI
Summary
Dedicated QC Technician and production associate with a proven track record in evaluating components and assembling finished products to ensure adherence to specifications. I demonstrate expertise in managing reporting requirements and resolving challenges across diverse manufacturing environments. My core competencies include meticulous attention to detail, proficiency with measuring and cutting equipment, and the ability to interpret blueprints and work orders. I am committed to fostering a proactive, organized, and team-oriented approach to production excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Quality Control Inspector
Hfi Fluid Power Products
Racine, WI
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Performed first article inspection on incoming raw materials.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations when issues arose with production processes or end-products.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Trained new employees on proper use of test equipment and inspection techniques.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems.
- Participated in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Ensured that all products met customer requirements prior to shipment.
- Reviewed customer complaints and identified potential sources of quality issues.
- Analyzed plans, specifications and blueprints to understand product requirements.
- Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Cleaned and calibrated dial indicators, fixed gauges, or height gauges prior to tests.
Technical Assembler
Quick Cable
Franksville, WI
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Read and interpreted schematics and drawings for accurate results.
- Completed accurate assembly work by positioning and aligning components.
- Assembled complex components after careful review of project specifications and directions.
- Inserted and positioned materials and clamped, spliced and fitted parts using hand and power tools.
- Crimped lugs by either hand, hydraulic or pneumatic presses
- Solder dipped with use of flux and melting pots
- Inspected finished parts and components to enforce QA standards and uncover defects prior to packaging.
Early Education Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Racine, WI
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Instructed classes for preschool aged children.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Leather Worker/Production Assembler
Grichels, Ltd
Kenosha, WI
04.2016 - 12.2018
- Used various techniques, needle and thread, leather lacing, glue and hand tool techniques to join/manipulate material.
- Used patterns and clicker press to cut leather into usable shapes for completing various designs and final products.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Stamping Machine Operator
Quick Cable
Franksville, WI
12.2014 - 02.2015
- Adhered to all standard operating procedures and complied with safety and quality processes.
- Notified supervisors about production problems and helped identify and correct concerns.
- Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
- Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
- Fastened and adjusted jigs and stops on machine tables to facilitate positioning of materials.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function.
Quality Control Technician
Racine Federated, Inc (RFI)
Racine, WI
2007 - 2012
- Oversee receiving inspection to effectively meet the needs of divisional production departments with the inspection of received goods in an accurate and timely manner.
- Select products for tests at specific stages in the production process (1st piece inspection, in process control, find control, product test) for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, mechanical, electrical, chemical, aesthetic, and functions.
- Record inspection test data; apply statistical quality control and CPK analysis.
- Evaluate data of the received goods and write reports to validate and/or indicate deviations from existing prints and/or standards.
- Recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.
- Set up and perform destructive and nondestructive test on materials, parts or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics.
- Maintain non-conforming material review and Supplier Corrective Action data to ensure prompt and accurate deposition of non-conforming material and documentation of supplier discrepancies.
- Consult, advice, and train production employees to ensure quality work instructions and system procedures are understood, followed and properly documented.
- Processes internal corrective actions from manufacturing and assembly departments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
UW-Parkside
Kenosha, WI05.2003
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Calibration
- Systematic Testing Methods
- Technical Training
- Blueprint reading
- Quality Control Procedures
- Root Cause Analysis Software
Timeline
Lead Quality Control Inspector
Hfi Fluid Power Products
06.2022 - 12.2024
Technical Assembler
Quick Cable
06.2021 - 04.2022
Early Education Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2019 - 05.2021
Leather Worker/Production Assembler
Grichels, Ltd
04.2016 - 12.2018
Stamping Machine Operator
Quick Cable
12.2014 - 02.2015
Quality Control Technician
Racine Federated, Inc (RFI)
2007 - 2012
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
UW-Parkside
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