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Justin Thorne

Kalamazoo,MI

Summary

Quality Engineer with extensive experience in root cause analysis and quality assurance at Ronningen Research & Development. Demonstrated success in developing quality improvement plans and mentoring teams to achieve ISO 9001 compliance. Strong problem-solving abilities and commitment to operational excellence enhance product quality and customer satisfaction.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Engineer

Ronningen Research & Development
Vicksburg, MI
08.2013 - Current
  • Supported quality team members during corrective action updates.
  • Utilized knowledge of ISO 9000 standards to develop an action plan for company certification.
  • Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
  • Developed training protocols in alignment with company quality standards and ISO 9000 regulations.
  • Demonstrated product and quality expertise in product inspections
  • Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
  • Continually improved methods and procedures for processes, measurement, documenting and work flow techniques.
  • Mentored junior engineers and new hires to better improve the competency and efficiency of all staff.
  • Wrote protocols, qualification documents, test plans and test reports for quality assurance purposes.
  • Monitored installation and operations to consistently meet rigorous customer requirements.
  • Documented design using CAD drawings and schematics.

Production Supervisor

Ronningen Research & Development
Vicksburg, MI
07.2003 - 07.2013
  • Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
  • Kept work environments safe and efficient at all times. 
  • Supervised all production phases, including assembly and secondary operations.
     
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Ensured that all health and safety guidelines were followed.
  • Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining and motivating employees.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Monitored machine operation and diagnosed malfunctions.
  • Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
  • Adjusted alignment  of drills, cutters, dies, guides, and holding devices.
  • Configured any human and material resources needed.
  • Responsible for achieving production requirements.
  • Oversaw the production process and managed the production schedule.
  • Employed different welding techniques to assemble parts and components.
  • Monitored product standards and quality-control programs.
  • Calibrated machines to keep them running at peak performance.
  • Read and followed standard operating procedures.
  • Maintained necessary level of communications between shifts.
  • Assisted machine operators with finished pieces.
  • Performed preventative maintenance to maintain optimal productivity.
  • Kept work areas clean and neat.
  • Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality.

Process Technician

Ronningen Research & Development
Vicksburg, MI
06.2001 - 06.2003
  • Calibrated machines to keep them running at peak performance.
  • Monitored machine operation and diagnosed malfunctions.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
  • Planned, scheduled and delegated daily work.
  • Adjusted alignment  of drills, cutters, dies, guides, and holding devices.
  • Read and followed standard operating procedures.
  • Oversaw the production process and managed the production schedule.

Press Operator

Ronningen Research & Development
Vicksburg, MI
03.1997 - 12.1998
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.

Press Operator

Summit Polymers
Kalamazoo, MI
02.1996 - 03.1997
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.

Quality Control Inspector

Ronningen Research & Development
Vicksburg, MI
12.1998 - 2001
  • Monitored performance and generated reports detailing quality of product and defect rates.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Completed precise measurements using special tools.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Computer And Information Systems

Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI
12-2025

High School Diploma -

Kalamazoo Adult Education
1220 W Dutton St

Skills

  • Inspection methods
  • Quality improvement plans
  • Root cause analysis
  • CMM Programmer
  • Operations management
  • Customer expectations management
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Quick learner
  • Programming languages
  • Database management
  • Quality assurance
  • Customer service
  • Problem solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Employee training
  • Product assessment
  • Test plan development
  • Process capability analysis
  • Internal audit coordination
  • Advanced product quality planning
  • ISO 9001
  • Corrective and preventive actions
  • Statistical process control
  • Quality system review
  • FMEA certification
  • Quality risk assessment

Accomplishments

  • Honor Roll Kalamazoo Community College 2021-2025
  • 3.86 Current G.P.A

Timeline

Quality Engineer

Ronningen Research & Development
08.2013 - Current

Production Supervisor

Ronningen Research & Development
07.2003 - 07.2013

Process Technician

Ronningen Research & Development
06.2001 - 06.2003

Quality Control Inspector

Ronningen Research & Development
12.1998 - 2001

Press Operator

Ronningen Research & Development
03.1997 - 12.1998

Press Operator

Summit Polymers
02.1996 - 03.1997

Associate of Applied Science - Computer And Information Systems

Kalamazoo Valley Community College

High School Diploma -

Kalamazoo Adult Education
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