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Kayla Herring

Florence,AL

Summary

Experienced Quality Control Technician focused on assisting operations with creating compliant products. Systematic and driven professional familiar with scheduling and conducting inspections to help solve production issues and maintain quality. Detail-oriented Quality Control Technician with 5 years of experience monitoring production to consistently produce safe and appealing Automotive and Can Body Stock products. Excellent knowledge of quality standards and good manufacturing practices . Work exceptionally well in deadline-driven environment through prioritization and self-management. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I am committed with meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Softball Coach

Sheffield High School
Sheffield, AL
01.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in planning and executing daily softball practices and drills.
  • Developed game strategies to enhance team performance during competitions.
  • Monitored player development and provided constructive feedback regularly.
  • Collaborated with head coach on training schedules and team meetings.
  • Organized team fundraising events to support program expenses.
  • Instructed athletes on proper techniques for skill improvement and safety.
  • Fostered a positive team environment through effective communication and support.
  • Oversaw training and conditioning programs to prepare players for rigors of competition.
  • Coordinated with other coaches regarding player evaluations and recruitment efforts.
  • Worked with players to improve game skills such as batting, pitching, and catching.
  • Taught players how to maintain focus while under pressure or fatigue during games.
  • Reviewed plays after each inning with players in order to correct mistakes or reinforce positive behavior.
  • Scheduled regular meetings with school administrators in order to discuss team goals, objectives, budgeting needs.
  • Observed opposing teams' playing styles and strengths in order to create effective game plans.
  • Instructed athletes on proper techniques for hitting, throwing, fielding, and base running.
  • Assisted head coach with administrative duties such as preparing scouting reports and scheduling team travel arrangements.
  • Organized and monitored team practices to ensure players are prepared for games.

Automotive Quality Specialist

Constellium
Muscle Shoals, Alabama
09.2024 - Current
  • Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Developed and implemented quality control procedures to enhance product consistency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
  • Trained staff on best practices for quality assurance and compliance protocols.
  • Analyzed data to monitor trends and recommend improvements in processes.
  • Maintained documentation for all quality assurance processes and audits.
  • Facilitated root cause analysis meetings to address recurring quality concerns.
  • Reviewed supplier performance and initiated corrective actions as necessary.
  • Conducted internal audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures.
  • Provided technical support to other departments on quality-related matters.
  • Documented daily inspection results and reported any discrepancies or problems immediately.
  • Created inspection checklists and trained staff members in proper use of them.
  • Analyzed customer complaints, identified root causes, and implemented corrective action plans.
  • Maintained records of test results, QC and QA activities, and related documents.
  • Performed process inspections to evaluate conformance of products to established standards.
  • Tracked defect rates over time and suggested measures for continual improvement of quality assurance systems.
  • Investigated non-conforming materials and proposed solutions for improvement.
  • Monitored QA procedures for adherence by employees, notifying personnel of non-compliance issues.
  • Collaborated with management to discuss effective plans for resolving major quality problems.

Assistant Softball Coach

Sheffield Board of Education
Sheffield, AL
10.2010 - 01.2018
  • Sheffield High School Varsity/ JV, and one season of girl’s basket as well
  • Provided coaching and leadership skills to grades 7 – 12 at Sheffield High School
  • Planned schedules and practices
  • Performed Field Maintenance and pregame workouts
  • Attended clinics and camps to help build structure and discipline
  • Maintained statistics between each player on the team.
  • Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
  • Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
  • Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
  • Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
  • Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
  • Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
  • Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions and other events.
  • Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
  • Analyzed strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop game strategies.
  • Developed exercise regimens targeting individual athlete needs.
  • Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
  • Suggested exercise modifications to individual athletes to avoid strain and injury.
  • Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
  • Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
  • Coordinated pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
  • Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
  • Managed program budget, checking funds remaining, spending and money raised.

Assistant Quality Manager

Delta Steel and Tube
Florence , AL
01.2024 - 09.2024
  • Analyzed customer feedback and complaints to determine root causes of issues and develop corrective actions.
  • Conducted internal audits of processes, products and services to identify areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated with cross functional teams for timely resolution of quality issues.
  • Developed and implemented quality management systems to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
  • Investigated nonconforming materials and products to identify root cause and implement corrective action plans.
  • Maintained an up-to-date database of all customer complaints received from various channels.
  • Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
  • Developed inspection plans based on customer requirements and industry standards.
  • Created detailed reports on process performance, product defects and other quality-related issues.
  • Reviewed standard operating procedures or quality assurance manuals to refine production processes or update for conformity to new regulations or policies.
  • Conducted training sessions for staff on quality principles, tools, and techniques to foster a quality-centric culture.

ABS Production Planner

Constellium Rolled Products
Muscle Shoals, AL
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Analyzed data from various sources such as sales orders, forecasts, inventories. to create accurate production plans.
  • Developed and maintained production schedules to meet customer demands.
  • Worked closely with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and components needed for production.
  • Coordinated with other departments such as engineering, purchasing, and warehouse to ensure smooth operations.
  • Monitored the progress of production activities to ensure on-time delivery of products.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all stages of production planning and execution.
  • Participated in meetings with stakeholders such as customers or vendors regarding upcoming projects or changes in product specifications.
  • Worked closely with sales and customer service teams to forecast demand and plan production accordingly.
  • Facilitated continuous improvement activities, proposing and implementing changes to improve production performance.
  • Effectively communicated detailed information accurately and clearly to production staff and management.
  • Formulated long- and short-term plans with focus on quality and timely completion of objectives.

Manufacturing Quality Technician

Constellium Rolled Products
Muscle Shoals, AL
02.2018 - 06.2023
  • Provided quality support to ensure that products met quality standards and customer requirements.
  • Performed production adjustments for quality and productivity.
  • Completed routine inspections of components and products to fulfill quality assurance requirements.
  • Performed visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts.
  • Conducted frequent quality and compliance reviews of production work.
  • Compared samples to standards and specifications by performing detailed measurements and tests.
  • Trained new employees on company and safety standards, providing assistance and remediation with issues.
  • Implemented quality control objectives to resolve production issues, optimize product reliability and reduce costs.
  • Adhered to regulations and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
  • Noted results and entered data into Microsoft Teams to track and assess trends.
  • Provided lab staff with samples for testing to check quality and safety of finished products.
  • Recorded lot numbers and ferts for traceability of produced items.
  • Examined samples of raw materials before use in production of Incoming Hotline material.
  • Conducted tests on product samples and recorded results.
  • Read worker logs, product processing sheets or specification sheets to verify adherence to specifications.
  • Monitored and upheld safe operating procedures and clean area mandates to meet regulatory requirements.

Warehouse Production Specialist

Genesis Natural Products
Waterloo, AL
11.2015 - 03.2017
  • Produced and manufactured head lice products and bedbug products for companies all over the world
  • Placed orders for customers and processed them with Ups and FedEx
  • Operated production filling machines as well as operated a forklift and hand truck.
  • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
  • Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
  • Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
  • Monitored production line, watching for pile-ups or jams.
  • Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
  • Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
  • Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
  • Unloaded and sorted products and transported items to proper locations.
  • Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
  • Analyzed work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
  • Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
  • Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
  • Recorded inspection results after production runs.
  • Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.

Education

High School Diploma -

TharpTown High School
Russellville AL
05.2010

BBA - Business Administration

University of North Alabama

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

University of North Alabama

Skills

  • Specifications Knowledge
  • Calibration Standards
  • Documentation Skills
  • Production Methods
  • Production Processes Observation
  • Employee Training
  • Materials Knowledge
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Data Processing
  • People Skills
  • Data Management
  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Management
  • Relationship Building

Certification

  • AHA Heartsaver Certified

Timeline

Assistant Softball Coach

Sheffield High School
01.2025 - Current

Automotive Quality Specialist

Constellium
09.2024 - Current

Assistant Quality Manager

Delta Steel and Tube
01.2024 - 09.2024

ABS Production Planner

Constellium Rolled Products
07.2023 - 12.2023

Manufacturing Quality Technician

Constellium Rolled Products
02.2018 - 06.2023

Warehouse Production Specialist

Genesis Natural Products
11.2015 - 03.2017

Assistant Softball Coach

Sheffield Board of Education
10.2010 - 01.2018

High School Diploma -

TharpTown High School

BBA - Business Administration

University of North Alabama

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

University of North Alabama

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