KATHLEEN FOLKS
Hurst,TX
Summary
Focused Quality Control Supervisor offering strengths in team training, management and monitoring. Dedicated to improving system procedures and controls to maximize quality and minimize errors. Observant and detail-oriented in monitoring and improving production activities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
QUALITY CONTROL SUPERVISOR
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES
06.2019 - Current
- Supervises, trains, and supports aircraft inspection personnel, and is responsible for the administration of policies and procedures in the Quality Control Department.
QUALITY ANALYST
BOMBARDIER AIRCRAFT SERVICES
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Responsible for supplier assessment and approvals within established parameters
- Monitored and maintained supplier approval database for reassessment as well as producing monthly reports related to the Supplier Quality Management
- Maintains Supplier Quality Management webpage and all related forms
- Assisted with writing and editing of repair station manuals and documents.
QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR
ADVANTAGE AVIATION TECHNOLOGIES
10.2014 - 08.2015
- Responsible for all aspects of inspection at this aircraft repair station
- These duties include inspection of composite repairs, machine shop manufacturing, certified aviation welding repairs, dimensional and final inspections on new manufactured parts, first article inspections and landing gear shop overhaul and repairs.
BONDING INSPECTOR
BELL HELICOPTER
06.2010 - 05.2014
- Responsible for all aspects of composite inspection in this aircraft manufacturing facility
- These duties include inspection of composite lay-up, autoclave, all electrical checks, final assembly, repair and paint
- Performed Conformity inspections and First Article Inspections.
CHIEF INSPECTOR
TEXAS AVIATION SERVICES, INC.
12.2009 - 06.2010
- Responsible for full compliance with all repair station procedures for all items brought into repair station for inspection; repairs; overhaul, avionic installations and modifications or alteration
- Responsible for scheduling, selection, and training of all inspection personnel
- Responsible for directing, planning and laying out details of inspection standards, methods and procedures used by repair station in complying with all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, manufacturer's specifications and recommendations
- Ascertained inspections are properly performed on all completed work and that proper inspection records, reports and forms were used prior to releasing aircraft for return to service, to include logbook entries
- Performed all aspects of inspections on avionic installations, modifications and or alterations
- Performed daily inspections to include initial, in-process, final inspections and receiving inspections.
QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR
APPLIED AERODYNAMICS, INC.
06.2009 - 12.2009
- Ascertained that all inspections were performed properly and that the proper records were correctly executed.
- Accomplished final acceptance of all incoming materials including new parts, supplies and airworthiness of articles of which work had been performed outside.
- Performed preliminary, hidden damage, in process and final inspections of all articles processed.
- Assured incoming parts were not unapproved parts.
Project Planner
HELI-ONE USA, INC.
08.2007 - 05.2009
- Implemented Microsoft Project with Critical Chain Management that resulted in effective control of tasks.
- Created and maintained Sikorsky S92 schedules which contributed to seven projects being completed early and under budget.
- Prepared Bill of Material for planned tasks using Microsoft Excel
- Created and maintained Bill of Materials for $1.9 million S92 Gun mount project and $700,000 S92 Fastrope project.
- Created and maintained project milestone charts and plans using Microsoft Project
- Worked closely with Project Managers to provide project status reports on schedule, cost and budget.
Quality Control Inspector
HELI-ONE USA, INC.
02.2006 - 08.2007
- Awarded Employee of the month for being a key contributor in transitioning FAA Part 145 Repair Station Manual, Quality Control Manual and PMA Supplements from Heli-Dyne Systems, Inc to Heli-One, USA, Inc.
- Performed daily inspections to include initial, in-process, final inspections and receiving inspections.
- Successfully wrote FAA form 337's to include any required Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
- Conducted field approval process with FAA inspectors.
- Performed all aspects of inspections on avionic installations, modifications and or alterations.
- Performed conformity inspections.
- Ascertained inspections were properly performed on all completed work and that proper inspection records, reports and forms were used prior to releasing aircraft for return to service, to include logbook entries.
Education
No Degree - Aviation
Texas Aero Tech
Dallas, TX12.1993
Skills
Quality Control
Relationship Building
Problem-Solving
Active Listening
Written Communication
Military Experience
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, 1986, 1990, Wurtsmith AFB, Michigan, Bitburg AB, Germany, Chanute AFB, Illinois, Lackland AFB, Texas, Held Secret Security Clearance. Aircraft Electrical and Environmental Specialist. Assisted in training new airmen electricians. Serviced environmental systems on aircraft. Performed maintenance in a Lead Acid & NiCad Battery shop. Responsible for scheduling and follow up on tool calibration. Line Maintenance on McDonald Douglas F15.
Timeline
QUALITY CONTROL SUPERVISOR
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES
06.2019 - Current
QUALITY ANALYST
BOMBARDIER AIRCRAFT SERVICES
08.2015 - 06.2019
QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR
ADVANTAGE AVIATION TECHNOLOGIES
10.2014 - 08.2015
BONDING INSPECTOR
BELL HELICOPTER
06.2010 - 05.2014
CHIEF INSPECTOR
TEXAS AVIATION SERVICES, INC.
12.2009 - 06.2010
QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR
APPLIED AERODYNAMICS, INC.
06.2009 - 12.2009
Project Planner
HELI-ONE USA, INC.
08.2007 - 05.2009
Quality Control Inspector
HELI-ONE USA, INC.
02.2006 - 08.2007
No Degree - Aviation
Texas Aero Tech
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