Karina Rios
Fairfield,OH
Summary
As an experienced Quality Technician, I have gained diverse experience in a manufacturing environment and inspection of parts to ensure compliance with close tolerance. Skilled in improving quality standards and operational efficiency within high-stakes manufacturing environments. Proven track record in reducing scrap, enhancing compliance, and implementing quality initiatives for continuous improvement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Technician
Enable Injections Inc.
Cincinnati, OH
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Compiled measurement data and standardized tests based on collected component material samples.
- Recommended strategy for improving testing plan, manufacturing and employee training processes to streamline QC measures.
- Provided quality support to ensure that products met quality standards and customer requirements.
- Performed visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts.
- Conducted frequent quality and compliance reviews of production work.
- Assisted with correcting systemic problems in order to eliminate errors.
- Recorded lot numbers and serial numbers in a data sheet or SAP for traceability of produced items.
- Compared samples to standards and specifications by performing detailed measurements and tests.
- Knowledge of measuring components using Excel or MicroVu.
- SAP
- Conducted visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts, ensuring compliance with industry standards, which contributed to a 15% decrease in product defects.
- Compiled and analyzed measurement data to identify trends, implementing corrective actions that improved quality control processes.
- Provided training and support to the production team, enhancing understanding of quality standards and reducing non-conformities by 10%.
- Maintained detailed quality records in SAP, facilitating traceability and improving data accuracy for quality audits.
Manufacturing Specialist /Engineer Technician
Enable Injections Inc.
Cincinnati, OH
01.2018 - 08.2021
- Monitored manufacturing processes and made improvements
- Inspected finished products for quality
- Calibrated and adjusted equipment using tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges.
- Trained new employees on company.
- Set minimum standards and providing technical guidance and support for design, installation, operation and maintenance of mechanical systems used in manufacturing process
- Adjusted machine feed and speed if machine malfunctioned
- Examined weld for bead size and other specifications
- Helped achieve company goals by supporting production workers
- Troubleshot and repaired machines to increase productivity and decrease spending
- Read and interpreted standard operating procedures to complete work in an accurate and efficient manner
- Started up and shut down equipment
- Troubleshooted problems with equipment, devices or products
- Maintained clean and organized work areas
- Changed equipment over to new product and equipment
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment.
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and procedures.
- Inspected incoming supplies to verify conformance with materials specifications and quality standards.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Demonstrate and give detailed information on assembly process for board members.
- Visual inspection of components for particulate and flash, participated in NCMR process
- Close collaboration with manufacturing engineering to improve process and operator procedure.
- Write changes on the operator procedure
- Available to create DCO'S Forms on new equipment
- Write any update DCO Form
- Performed preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to keep machinery running at optimal levels.
- Read and understanding technical manuals, drawings and schematics to make accurate repair decisions.
- Available to make purchases and fill forms
- Fill calibration form for a new equipment.
- Wrote reports about processes .
- Keep maintenance update
- Monitored and optimized manufacturing processes, leading to a 20% increase in productivity by reducing machine downtime.
- Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety procedures, achieving a 100% retention rate in trained personnel.
- Collaborated with engineering to implement procedural changes, resulting in a more efficient workflow and a reduction in equipment-related errors.
Operator
Enable Injections Inc.
Sharonville, OH
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Manufactured prototype and feasibility product for product development and manufacturing process development
- Assisted manufacturing engineering in development of operator friendly product
- Worked closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Product Development on troubleshooting the device and equipment used for manufacturing
- Participated in over 300 Engineering Builds, producing over 10,000 units in 2 years
- Set up and maintained non-classified controlled environment for prototype builds
- Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of ISO Class 8 Clean Room
- Calibrated each machine at begining.
- Evaluated materials for quality and sorted parts and final products.
- Operator retention 100% over 1 year Manufactured prototype and feasibility product for product development and manufacturing process development
- Assisted manufacturing engineering in development of operator friendly product
- Worked closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Product Development on troubleshooting the device and equipment used for manufacturing
- Participated in over 300 Engineering Builds, producing over 10,000 units in 2 years
- Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of ISO Class 8 Clean Room
Machine Operator
Zat Kaff Seals
Fairfield, OH
10.2014 - 01.2016
- Selected proper cutting tools and calculated correct parameters to manufacture quality parts.
- Maintained accurate and timely completion of log books and inspection reports.
- Maintained an accurate running inventory.
- Restocks supplies and inventory; places seals and special orders as needed.
- Pulls and packages orders, including assembly of cardboard boxes, packaging foam and materials, and assembly of parts into individual bags and cartons
- Labels and sorts inbound and outbound product.
- Completed evaluations by properly using various gauges, tools and equipment.
- Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
Welding Operator
Takumi Stamping Ohio
Fairfield, OH
06.2013 - 09.2014
- Wrote scopes, requirements
- Provided onsite training
- Removed and replaced tools and dyes to complete various tasks
- Operated, maintained and performed on the equipment
- Accomplished tasks according to schedule and helped struggling team members
- Put completed products into packages and moved to staging locations
- Counted, sorted and stacked finished pieces for easy access.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Tended machines during operation to monitor progress and adjust controls, maintaining optimal speeds and tension.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Integrated process improvements to increase overall workflow.
- Conducted inspections of equipment before, during and after shifts to immediately resolve issues that could cause project delays.
- Evaluated work against design specifications.
- Compared product and materials colors, shapes, textures and grades with predetermined templates.
- Calibrated products to match design and operational specifications.
- Repaired malfunctions, reassembled items and performed final tests.
- Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory.
- Completed documentation for each job, including production reports and work orders, and submitted to management for review to maintain open and transparent operations.
Machine Operator
Pitney Bowes
Springdale, OH
09.2011 - 04.2013
- Operated Presorting machines to sort and barcode mail received from customers.
- Maintaining accuracy and productivity standards.
- Operate machine software and how & when to change sort plans, set address blocks, etc
- Maintain clean work area to prevent possible injuries and/or tripping hazards to self and others.
- Assure the machine is running properly.
- Received and correctly processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Operated mail processing equipment and manually sorted mail.
- Loaded letters into automated processing equipment and maintained continuous flow when feeding letters to be sorted.
Cashier
Peruvian Restaurant
Cincinnati, OH
08.2009 - 07.2011
- Helped customers update accounts, sign up for new services and take advantage of special offers
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer service
- Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit and voucher program payments for customers
- Helped customers find specific products, answering questions and offering advice
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum efficiency
- Properly verified customer identification for alcohol or tobacco purchases
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers
- Notified security of suspected theft, including descriptions of individuals and items stolen to help control store losses
- Compiled and updated client data to track payments trends and support accurate accounting
- Trained workers in every position, including food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles.
- Kept facility and equipment in good working condition through regular preventive maintenance and repair schedules.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Developed and maintained exceptional customer service standards.
- Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs daily.
Education
High School Diploma -
Princeton High School
Cincinnati, OH06.2012
Skills
- Technical Skills: SAP, Excel, MicroVu, Calibration, Preventive Maintenance
- Quality Assurance: Inspection, Compliance Checks, Issue Resolution
- Operations Management: Process Optimization, Equipment Troubleshooting, Assembly Development
- Soft Skills: Bilingual (Spanish/English), Employee Training, Collaborative Problem Solving
Timeline
Quality Technician
Enable Injections Inc.
08.2021 - 09.2023
Manufacturing Specialist /Engineer Technician
Enable Injections Inc.
01.2018 - 08.2021
Operator
Enable Injections Inc.
05.2016 - 01.2018
Machine Operator
Zat Kaff Seals
10.2014 - 01.2016
Welding Operator
Takumi Stamping Ohio
06.2013 - 09.2014
Machine Operator
Pitney Bowes
09.2011 - 04.2013
Cashier
Peruvian Restaurant
08.2009 - 07.2011
High School Diploma -
Princeton High School
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