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Kevin Bass

Athens,GA

Summary

I am self and team motivated

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Evaluation

SK Battery
02.2024 - 07.2024
  • Assisted in root cause analysis investigations for non-conforming products, contributing valuable insights and recommendations for corrective actions.
  • Streamlined communication between departments, resulting in improved issue resolution and faster response times.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements through careful analysis of inspection data and trends, leading to more effective quality control measures.
  • Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in materials.

Quality Control Supervisor

SK Battery
09.2022 - 02.2024
  • Supported audits and led teams to fully investigate quality control processes and root out deficiencies.
  • Trained workers in different departments in improved procedures designed to enhance quality and eliminate errors.
  • Supervised and directed quality control personnel through effective mentoring, coaching and work delegation.
  • Ensured adherence to safety guidelines throughout all aspects of the production process, resulting in an improved workplace environment for employees.
  • Maintained testing equipment in good working order to effectively quality control Type production lines.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and coaching aimed at skill development and career growth opportunities.
  • Coordinated with other department supervisors to align quality control objectives and minimize discrepancies across the organization.

Quality Team Leader (Operator 2)

SK Battery America
03.2022 - 09.2022
  • Maintain an efficient quality team
  • Ensure all daily assignments are completed correctly
  • Help maintain a safe work environment for SK employees
  • Resolve minor issues between team members and staff
  • Proficient in all areas required for Operator 1 & 2
  • Troubleshoot and assess all issues concerning Quality Control
  • Provide a qualified answer or solution asked by any SK team member
  • Ensure all data and paperwork are accurately input and filed during and after each shift.

Quality Operator (Operator 1)

SK Battery America
12.2021 - 03.2022
  • Ability to properly inspect Assembly products
  • Inspection Areas: Notching, Moisture, Stacking, X-Ray, Tab Welding, Packaging and Pouch Film
  • Equipment: Calipers, Micrometer Calipers
  • Data Entry: Proficient in the use of all computer equipment accurately input data in all quality inspection areas.

CNC Machine Operator

Accurus Aerospace
09.2024 - Current
  • Operated CNC machinery to produce precision components according to engineering specifications.
  • Monitored machine performance, identifying and resolving issues to maintain production efficiency.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on CNC equipment, ensuring optimal operational conditions.
  • Interpreted technical drawings and schematics to execute complex machining tasks accurately.

Machine Operator/Quality Inspector

ACCURUS AEROSPACE
11.2018 - 12.2021
  • Equipment: CNC machine - Mazack Vortex 1400, Cincinnati Milacron: Gantry,30V,20V, HAAS 10,000 RPM, TRUNNION 30HP, SNK: RB150,VS3 15,000 RPM
  • Instruments: Micrometer Caliper, Test Indicator, Handheld Ultrasound, Temperature Probe, Machinery Control Panels
  • Forklift Operator
  • Proficient in various computer skills involving Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Training in leadership skills to effectively promote teamwork and morale.

Hazardous Material Technician (Terminal Operator)

TRANSMONTAIGNE FUELS
03.2010 - 10.2018
  • Maintain clear communication skills (always remain professional on the job and on personal time)
  • Maintain fuel system readiness for tank storage and transport
  • Maintain 18 fuel tanks to ensure no leaks will occur
  • Replace or repair 700+ valves to ensure no leaks, rust, properly sealed and are in proper working order
  • Maintain 25 motors to ensure proper working order and report any problems found onsite
  • Maintain fuel hoses for truck transport, no leaks or cracks for a safe fuel transfer
  • Maintain and monitor 50+ fuel lines to ensure no leaks
  • Maintain 2 workshops to ensure a clean environment and keep inventory/organize all tools and equipment are available and ready for use
  • Maintain cleanliness of main office for a safe working environment, free of clutter and all training manuals are displayed and available for all employees
  • Conduct (Daily) inventory of all products in the terminal/ fuel amount, fuel additive amount and send reports to the proper department throughout the company
  • Efficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, printing and fax
  • Ensure terminal operations continue safely for 24 hr/ 7 days a week operation
  • Conduct fuel testing (weekly) in accordance with company and state procedure
  • Maintain monthly job training on Safety, Spill prevention and hazardous recognition
  • Ensure proper labeling of fuel products and equipment/placards and Lockout/Tagout procedures
  • Training on the proper use of personnel protection equipment and safety equipment.

Skills

Grob 750

Grob 550

Hermle C650

Positions

  • Quality Team Leader (Operator 2), Commerce, Ga, 03/07/22 to present, Maintain an efficient quality team. Ensure all daily assignments are completed correctly., Help maintain a safe work environment for SK employees. Resolve minor issues between team members and staff., Proficient in all areas required for Operator 1 & 2., Troubleshoot and assess all issues concerning Quality Control. Provide a qualified answer or solution asked by any SK team member., Ensure all data and paperwork are accurately input and filed during and after each shift.
  • Quality Operator (Operator 1), Commerce, Ga, 12/07/21 to 03/07/22, Ability to properly inspect Assembly products., Inspection Areas, Notching: Perform daily inspections ensuring proper dimensions are within specification, Moisture: Proper handling of product to perform moisture content level inspections accurately and as quickly as possible., Stacking: properly handle product, inspecting layer dimensions, stacked within specification., X-Ray: Trained to identify any out of spec, defects found and properly identified and reported., Tab Welding: Collect a correct sample for daily/hourly inspections., Perform weld strength test using a Tab weld device measuring in spec, results., Perform a visual inspection identifying foreign objects or damage., Packaging and Pouch Film inspect a complete assembly product (without electrolyte) ensuring all specifications are in tolerance., Equipment: Calipers, Micrometer Calipers, Data Entry: Proficient in the use of all computer equipment accurately input data in all quality inspection areas.
  • Machine Operator/Quality Inspector, ATHENS, Ga, 11/13/2018 to present, Equipment: CNC machine, 1. Mazack Vortex 1400, 2. Cincinnati Milacron: Gantry,30V,20V, 3. HAAS 10,000 RPM, 4. TRUNNION 30HP, 5. SNK: RB150,VS3 15,000 RPM, Instruments:, Micrometer Caliper: used to make precise measurements to 0.001 thousands of an inch., Test Indicator: used to program machinery to precise coordinates., Handheld Ultrasound: used to determine proper thickness of cut material., Temperature Probe: used to regulate adequate operating temperature., Machinery Control Panels: used to operate various equipment., Forklift Operator: I am a proficient forklift operator having observed proper safety regulations and operational skills., I have enjoyed being a team member on several projects involving SpaceX Satellites and SpaceX rocket structures., I am proficient in various computer skills involving Microsoft Word and Excel., I have training in leadership skills to effectively promote teamwork and morale.
  • Hazardous Material Technician (Terminal Operator), Athens, Ga, 03/22/2010 to 10/01/2018, Maintain clear communication skills (always remain professional on the job and on personal time)., Maintain fuel system readiness for tank storage and transport., Maintain 18 fuel tanks to ensure no leaks will occur., Replace or repair 700+ valves to ensure no leaks, rust, properly sealed and are in proper working order., Maintain 25 motors to ensure proper working order and report any problems found onsite., Maintain fuel hoses for truck transport, no leaks or cracks for a safe fuel transfer., Maintain and monitor 50+ fuel lines to ensure no leaks., Maintain 2 workshops to ensure a clean environment and keep inventory/organize all tools and equipment are available and ready for use., Maintain cleanliness of main office for a safe working environment, free of clutter and all training manuals are displayed and available for all employees., Conduct (Daily) inventory of all products in the terminal/ fuel amount, fuel additive amount and send reports to the proper department throughout the company., Efficient | Microsoft Word and Excel, printing and fax., Ensure terminal operations continue safely for 24 hr/ 7 days a week operation., Conduct fuel testing (weekly) in accordance with company and state procedure., Maintain monthly job training on Safety, Spill prevention and hazardous recognition., Ensure proper labeling of fuel products and equipment/placards and Lockout/Tagout procedures., Training on the proper use of personnel protection equipment and safety equipment.

Timeline

CNC Machine Operator

Accurus Aerospace
09.2024 - Current

Quality Control Evaluation

SK Battery
02.2024 - 07.2024

Quality Control Supervisor

SK Battery
09.2022 - 02.2024

Quality Team Leader (Operator 2)

SK Battery America
03.2022 - 09.2022

Quality Operator (Operator 1)

SK Battery America
12.2021 - 03.2022

Machine Operator/Quality Inspector

ACCURUS AEROSPACE
11.2018 - 12.2021

Hazardous Material Technician (Terminal Operator)

TRANSMONTAIGNE FUELS
03.2010 - 10.2018
Kevin Bass