Kevin Mathis
Kelso,TN
Summary
Well qualified individual with experience ranging from supervision of teams to inventory control, quality inspection, and dock audit processes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Technician
AriensCo
11.2023 - Current
- Sampled materials to conduct in-depth measurements and tests to guarantee conformance to engineering prints.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing units to ensure all product being shipped met/exceeded AriensCo standards.
- Evaluated Finished Goods Units against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
Production Control Technician
Hirotec America
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency, and productivity.
- Ensured production lines incur no downtime by properly managing time and getting needed parts to the line in a timely and efficient manner.
- SAP software trained in Shipping and Picking Zone.
- Loading and unloading trucks to ensure shipment windows are met and ASN sent on time.
Quality Supervisor
Grammer, Inc.
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Directed and supervised 21 employees involved in product inspection, work cell process audits, quality control procedures, and performing dock audits to standard work guidelines.
- Supervised and directed quality control personnel through effective mentoring, coaching and work delegation.
- Supported audits and led teams to fully investigate quality control processes and root out deficiencies.
- Trained personnel in proper sampling techniques, raw materials testing protocols and finished product inspection including dock audit processes.
Quality Inspector
Grammar,Inc.
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Streamlined QA processes by working closely with development teams and staying abreast of changing product demands.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
Saw Machine Operator/Lead
Palatec, Inc.
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
Team Leader
Chep Pallets
10.2016 - 09.2017
- Monitored and evaluated teams, identifying and targeting opportunities for improvement.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production and shipping.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
Production Supervisor
Frito-Lay
08.2012 - 07.2015
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production and shipping.
- Maximized productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Responsible for development of team members to adhere to strict production guidelines and cultural assimilation.
- Handled all team member concerns to facilitate a team first culture and work environment.
- Maintained accountability for team members including attendance records, coaching contacts, and progressive discipline as deemed necessary.
Product Supply Lead
Frito-Lay
06.2009 - 06.2012
- Maximized coverage by carefully allocating resources, setting schedules and delegating assignments.
- Responsible for maintaining proper inventory levels to meet sales demand while reducing inventory losses due to spoilage/stales.
- Organized and lead weekly VIP sales calls with Sales Management to forecast upcoming demand and compare to historical data to maximize order volume.
- Repaired and maintained relationships with carriers to ensure proper timelines and delivery goals were achieved.
Education
Master of Science - Operations Management
University of Arkansas
05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Finance And Real Estate
University of Arkansas
05.2008
Skills
- Quality Control
- Time Management
- Performance Monitoring
- Attention to Detail
- Inspection and Testing Reports
- Safe Driving Techniques
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Safety Awareness
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Quality Technician
AriensCo
11.2023 - Current
Production Control Technician
Hirotec America
07.2022 - 04.2023
Quality Supervisor
Grammer, Inc.
07.2021 - 07.2022
Quality Inspector
Grammar,Inc.
07.2019 - 07.2021
Saw Machine Operator/Lead
Palatec, Inc.
10.2017 - 07.2019
Team Leader
Chep Pallets
10.2016 - 09.2017
Production Supervisor
Frito-Lay
08.2012 - 07.2015
Product Supply Lead
Frito-Lay
06.2009 - 06.2012
Master of Science - Operations Management
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Science - Finance And Real Estate
University of Arkansas
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