Kayla Austin
Saint Clair,MO
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing product quality and efficiency at PLZ Corp, leveraging skills in Quality Control Processes and Critical Thinking. Excelled in internal auditing and continuous improvement, significantly reducing downtime and non-conformities. Trained teams, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of excellence. Demonstrated reliability and excellent communication, driving results and operational excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Auditor
PLZ Corp
Pacific, MO
05.2023 - Current
- Audited activities of workers on production lines and shipping and receiving.
- Compared quantity, quality and labeling of customer orders to check accuracy and completeness.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough audits and identifying areas for improvement.
- Maintained a strong understanding of industry regulations and ensured company compliance through regular audits.
- Conducted root cause analysis of non-conformities, implementing appropriate corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Completed timely quality reports highlighting deficiencies and recommending corrective actions.
- Identified discrepancies in product specifications and collaborated with engineering teams to resolve issues.
- Increased accuracy of inspections by regularly calibrating measuring instruments and maintaining inspection equipment.
- Performed continuous random spot reviews of daily log pages, non-routine and work package contents for completeness, correct use of appropriate references and approved data.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Provided feedback to production team regarding product quality.
- Utilized quality control software to track and analyze product data.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
- Weighed products prior to shipment to confirm accuracy.
- Incoming quality release of components
Robot Operator
PLZ Corp
Pacific, MO
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Improved production efficiency by monitoring and adjusting robot performance to meet specifications.
- Conducted thorough troubleshooting and repairs, minimizing downtime due to technical issues with robots.
- Streamlined operations by programming robotic systems for specific tasks in the production process.
- Helped the production team with bundler
Tipper and Capper Operator Production
PLZ Corp
Pacific, MO
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Reduced downtime for capper machines through regular preventive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
- Promotion to tier 2
- Fast change over times
Production Worker
PLZ Corp
Pacific, MO
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Responded promptly to equipment malfunctions, minimizing disruptions to production.
- Worked numerous areas on the production floor cross trained
Correctional Officer
Missouri Department Of Corrections
Pacific, MO
10.2015 - 10.2017
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses focused on understanding gang dynamics within prison settings to better identify and manage potential threats.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Assisted in crisis negotiations, preventing escalations and ensuring safety of inmates and staff.
Education
Grandview High School
Hillsboro, MO09.2013
Skills
- Quality Control Processes
- Internal Auditing
- In-Process Inspection
- Continuous Improvement
- Documentation Review
- Root Cause Analysis
- Product Quality Requirements
- Standards Compliance
- Data Collection
- Training and coaching
- Compliance requirements
- Document Review
- Quality Control
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Attention to Detail
- Product Inspection
- Reporting and analysis
- Corrective Action Recommendations
- Product tests
- Testing Data Documentation
- Instrument Calibration
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
Timeline
Quality Auditor
PLZ Corp
05.2023 - Current
Robot Operator
PLZ Corp
03.2020 - 10.2022
Tipper and Capper Operator Production
PLZ Corp
05.2019 - 03.2020
Production Worker
PLZ Corp
03.2018 - 03.2019
Correctional Officer
Missouri Department Of Corrections
10.2015 - 10.2017
Grandview High School