Kaelan Edmonds
Ardmore,OK
Summary
Analytically driven Quality Technician with 10 years of experience in equipment performance, safety compliance, and quality obtention. Adaptable, detail-oriented, and committed to improving operational accuracy and driving continuous improvement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Hot Prep Quality Technician
Michelin
01.2022 - 04.2025
- Conducted root cause analysis for recurring defects, enabling targeted corrective actions that reduced future occurrences significantly.
- Managed non-conforming material program, including investigation, disposition, and corrective action plans that reduced instances of repeat issues significantly.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent adherence to quality standards throughout the entire production process.
Tire Builder
Michelin
02.2015 - 01.2022
- Consistently met or exceeded tire production quotas by maintaining a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills.
- Implemented preventative maintenance routines on machinery, prolonging equipment life and minimizing costly downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
Education
No Degree - Certified Associate in Project Management
OSU/OKC
Oklahoma City, OK11-2025
No Degree - Industrial Quality School
Michelin Americas Research Center
Greenville, SC05-2024
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, OSISOFT PI, JASP, and Adobe Creative Suite
- In-process inspection
- Quality training
- Measurement techniques
- Measurement standards
- Six sigma methodologies
LEADERSHIP
- Quality Spoke - Monitored production quality metrics, reviewed prior-shift CQs, and ensured compliance with established standards across the business unit.
- Machine Spoke - Logged all machine downtime within the unit and provided detailed reports to the unit leader for corrective action.
- Delivery Spoke - Led daily pre-shift staffing decisions, reassigning builders to machines to maintain optimal coverage and production flow.
- On-the-Job Trainer - Trained and mentored new hires in tire-building techniques, safety protocols, and quality expectations.
- Right-First-Time (RFT) Builder – Produced tires to elevated quality standards on the first attempt, supporting productivity goals and earning premium pay.
Timeline
Hot Prep Quality Technician
Michelin
01.2022 - 04.2025
Tire Builder
Michelin
02.2015 - 01.2022
No Degree - Certified Associate in Project Management
OSU/OKC
No Degree - Industrial Quality School
Michelin Americas Research Center
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