Kathleen Dahl
Lake Stevens,Washington
Summary
Experienced Quality Control Analyst with demonstrated track record of improving products and procedures by leveraging hands-on inspections, testing methods and data analysis. Disciplined professional with systematic approach to problem resolution. Applies excellent attention to detail and critical reasoning to successfully conduct experiments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Specialist QA MRB
THE BOEING COMPANY
03.2006 - 04.2014
- Completed deviation forms and recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team members and department managers to implement procedural remedies.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Educated employees on specific QA standards and confirmed maintenance of standards.
- Monitored product standards and quality-control programs.
- Collected and analyzed activity data and initiated, developed and recommended improvements to systems, processes and procedures to increase productivity and reduce cost.
- Promoted adherence to quality standards by educating coworkers on quality control.
Industrial Engineer - Shop Load
The Boeing Company
03.2001 - 03.2005
- Supervised production workers to determine problematic areas and implement solutions for optimized production.
- Drafted equipment layout plans to enhance workplace efficiency for new and existing production floors.
- Identified problems and recommended new processes to improve performance and reduce costs.
- Conducted time study using work measurement tools to validate accuracy of labor standard time.
- Collected and organized data for use in key decision-making.
- Analyzed information regarding current production, future needs, and costs.
Quality Investigator
The Boeing Company
08.1988 - 02.2001
- Reviewed nonconformance information to determine root cause and directed to the appropriate function to obtain corrective and preventative action(s). RCCA
- Preform investigations using varied methods, such as, data analysis, history and background information.
- Coordinated with manufacturing, engineering, planning to implement corrective actions.
Quality Inspector
The Boeing Company
06.1984 - 12.1987
- Inspected details manufactured to determine compliance to implemented standards and workmanship
- Documented nonconformances
- Monitored production operations for compliance with specifications and promptly reported defects.
- Recorded inspection and test data such as weights, temperatures, grades and quantities inspected and graded.
- Utilized gauges, tools and equipment to complete in-depth assessments.
Mechanic
The Boeing Company
06.1981 - 06.1984
- Produced various components for military and commercial programs
Education
No Degree - Art, Real Estate, French,
Green River Community Co
Auburn Wa06.2003
No Degree - Floral Design
Floral Design Institute
Redmond Wa05.1991
No Degree - Executive Secretary
Knapp Business College
Auburn Wa03.1985
Skills
- Materials Analyses
- Laboratory Equipment Calibration
- Consistent Procedure and Protocol Use
- Quality Issue Identification
- Data Capture and Analysis
- Company Quality Standards
- Document Quality
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Quality Specialist QA MRB
THE BOEING COMPANY
03.2006 - 04.2014
Industrial Engineer - Shop Load
The Boeing Company
03.2001 - 03.2005
Quality Investigator
The Boeing Company
08.1988 - 02.2001
Quality Inspector
The Boeing Company
06.1984 - 12.1987
Mechanic
The Boeing Company
06.1981 - 06.1984
No Degree - Art, Real Estate, French,
Green River Community Co
No Degree - Floral Design
Floral Design Institute
No Degree - Executive Secretary
Knapp Business College
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