Kevin Thai
Holt,MI
Summary
Dedicated Quality Inspector specializing in compliance inspection, root cause analysis, and process improvement. Expertise in maintaining aerospace standards and producing high-quality documentation. Strong commitment to enhancing processes and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Designated Quality Represenative
Pratt & Whitney East Hartford
Lansing, MI
11.2024 - Current
- Developed and maintained quality documentation and reports for audits.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Implemented process controls to enhance product consistency and reliability.
- Monitored production processes to identify areas for quality improvement.
- Assisted in root cause analysis for non-conformance reports and corrective actions.
- Trained new employees on quality assurance procedures and best practices.
Prime Designated Quality Represenative
Pratt & Whitney Canada
Lansing, MI
11.2024 - Current
- Conducted quality inspections ensuring adherence to industry standards, enhancing overall product integrity.
- Reviewed and audited production processes to confirm compliance with quality standards, supporting continuous improvement efforts.
- Developed and maintained quality documentation and reports for audits.
- Documented inspection activities and generated reports for upper management, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Monitored supplier performance against established criteria and communicated any discrepancies or areas of concern.
- Trained new employees on quality assurance procedures and best practices.
- Trained personnel on Quality Assurance procedures and guidelines.
- Monitored QA procedures for adherence by employees, notifying personnel of non-compliance issues.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Provided guidance on best practices regarding proper handling techniques while inspecting parts and products.
- Collaborated with other departments such as Production, Engineering, and Purchasing to resolve quality-related issues quickly and efficiently.
- Participated in periodic reviews of company policies and procedures related to Quality Assurance functions.
- Verified accuracy of finished goods according to customer requirements before shipment release.
MRO/OEM Quality Inspector
Pratt & Whitney
Lansing, MI
12.2022 - Current
- Inspected aerospace components for compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- Inspected and tested products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Conducted visual and dimensional checks using calibrated measuring tools.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate quality records.
- Reviewed and inspected products for conformance to established standards, specifications and customer requirements.
- Participated in root cause analysis for non-conformance reports.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve quality issues effectively.
- Trained new inspectors on quality control procedures and best practices.
- Assisted in developing process improvements for enhanced product quality.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality control standards are met at all times.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials, products and installations against specifications.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Assessed finished items for defects and ordered reworks to eliminate irregularities.
- Performed visual inspections of components for surface defects such as scratches, dents, burrs.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while inspecting materials or products.
- Inspected packaging for completeness, correctness and damage prior to shipping out orders.
- Recommended corrective actions to minimize rate of product defects.
- Collaborated with other departments on improvement projects related to quality assurance initiatives.
- Measured product dimensions to assess compliance with specifications.
- Identified root causes of defective parts through analysis of data from internal audits, inspections, tests.
- Verified incoming material was properly labeled, identified and stored according to specified requirements.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
- Assisted in the development of new processes or procedures related to quality assurance activities.
- Provided technical support to production staff regarding quality issues.
- Observed employee fieldwork and usage of materials for quality and consistency.
- Participated in continuous improvement projects aimed at improving overall product quality.
- Tracked findings and updated computer tracking system with documented assessments.
- Reduced costs by avoiding duplication of services.
- Matched arriving materials with purchase orders and submitted discrepancy forms.
- Read blueprints and manuals to determine test procedures or adjustment methods.
- Learned new testing methods through continued education and research.
- Completed non-destructive tests and conducted continuous inspections.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Inspected and tested products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI05-2022
High School Diploma -
Holt High School
Holt05-2018
Skills
- Quality inspections
- Dimensional inspection
- Visual inspection
- Root cause analysis
- Process improvement
- Compliance verification
- Aerospace compliance
- Aerospace standards
- Quality reporting
- Compliance certifications
- Cross-department collaboration
Languages
Vietnamese
Professional
Certification
- Ultrasonic Testing Level 2
- Ultrasonic Phased Array Level 1
- Laser Shearography Level 2
- FaroArm & CAM2
- Delegated Product Release Verification
- FAA Repairman
Timeline
Designated Quality Represenative
Pratt & Whitney East Hartford
11.2024 - Current
Prime Designated Quality Represenative
Pratt & Whitney Canada
11.2024 - Current
MRO/OEM Quality Inspector
Pratt & Whitney
12.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Grand Valley State University
High School Diploma -
Holt High School