Kimberly Carolett Jordan
Trinity,USA
Summary
I have a proven track record with Independent Stave as a skilled Quality Control Inspector proficient in inspection, documentation, reporting and compliance standards. I also have a proven track record with Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama, excelling in team motivation and problem-solving. Enhanced team performance through targeted training and continuous improvement initiatives, while ensuring high-quality standards and safety compliance. Skilled in machine operation and maintenance, fostering collaboration for optimal production efficiency.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
QC Inspector
Independent Stave Company
10.2025 - 09.2026
- Performed multiple measurements on wood stave and whiskey barrels to ensure all measurements were within tolerance using calipers, tape measure, spring loaded calipers, visual checks, infrared thermometer and miniscan ez thermometer
- Used a scoring system on visual checks for allowable defects
- Input all measurements data and scores into computer system
- Trained team members about quality using the allowable defects and the scoring system
- Worked closely with maintenance on machine and quality issues
- Worked closely with management concerning quality and audits
Team Leader
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama
02.2003 - 02.2023
- Led by example using commitment and professionalism
- Promoted a culture that emphasized respect within the team
- Developed team member skills through team and individual training and coaching sessions
- Evaluated team member performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies and offered praise for achievements
- Uphold high-quality standards using audits, qc checks and data log sheets
- Promoted continuous improvement with team member involvement and feedback
- Maintained safe work environment with training and enforcement of safety procedures
- Promoted good 5s by maintaining a clean and organized work area
- Developed training materials
- Collected, arranged and input production data
- Worked closely with maintenance dept to maintain machine proficiency by performing preventative maintenance, trouble-shooting and communication
- Worked closely with our customer on any issues with our product and their process
- Worked closely with tool room on issues with tooling for my machines
- Worked closely with my fellow Team Leader, Group Leader and Manager
- Ran various Utsunomiya grinders
- Set-up and ran various corrugated printing slotting die cutting machines and pallet press
- Monitored machines during operation for proficiency and quality
- Performed preventative machine maintenance
- Trouble-shooting machine breakdowns and quality issues
- Maintained a clean and organized work station
Machine Operator
International Paper
01.1998 - 02.2003
- Set-up and ran various corrugated printing slotting die cutting machines and pallet press
- Monitored machines during operation for proficiency and quality
- Preformed preventative machine maintenance
- Trouble-shooting machine breakdowns and quality issues
- Maintained a clean, organized and safe work environment
Education
Diploma -
East Lawrence High School
Trinity, ALSkills
- Leadership
- Team Development
- Performance Evaluation
- Quality Control
- Continuous Improvement
- Safety Management
- 5S Methodology
- Training Material Development
- Data Collection and Management
- Preventative Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Customer Collaboration
- Tooling Coordination
- Machine Operation
- Process Monitoring
Timeline
QC Inspector
Independent Stave Company
10.2025 - 09.2026
Team Leader
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama
02.2003 - 02.2023
Machine Operator
International Paper
01.1998 - 02.2003
Diploma -
East Lawrence High School