Kinard Anderson
Summary
Quality Assurance Supervisor experienced in overseeing production processes and maintaining quality assurance standards. Improved product quality through effective process improvement and root cause analysis while ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. Committed to fostering team management and delivering value to the organization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Universal Logistics
Spartanburg
03.2025 - Current
- Led quality assurance team in monitoring product compliance and safety standards.
- Developed and implemented Quality Assurance policies, procedures, and standards.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Developed training programs on quality control procedures, enhancing staff knowledge and adherence to best practices.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify defects and maintain product quality.
- Implemented corrective actions to address identified issues.
- Identified process improvements to enhance product quality and increase customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure material quality met company standards.
- Enhanced communication between departments regarding quality issues and resolutions.
- Created and presented quality assurance reports to management, providing insights for informed decision-making.
- Assisted in developing test plans, protocols, checklists, and acceptance criteria.
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Rite Rug
Greenville
07.2022 - 02.2025
- Managed daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient workflow and safety compliance.
- Coordinated inventory control processes to ensure timely receiving, storing, and shipping of materials.
- Oversaw scheduling of shipments to optimize delivery times and resource allocation.
- Scheduled shipments to enhance delivery times and optimize resource allocation.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards and ensure employee well-being.
- Supervised warehouse team to maintain productivity and operational standards.
- Managed daily operations including scheduling personnel and assigning tasks.
- Assisted with troubleshooting any technical issues that arose during operations.
Warehouse Manager/Inventory Specialist
Real Floors
Spartanburg
06.2018 - 07.2022
- Managed daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient workflow and inventory control.
- Oversaw team performance and provided training to enhance skills of warehouse staff.
- Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance and fostering a secure working environment.
- Coordinated shipping and receiving activities, ensuring timely deliveries aligned with customer schedules.
- Monitored equipment maintenance to ensure reliable operations and minimize downtime.
- Maintained accurate records of shipments, inventory levels, and employee hours worked.
Traffic Control Supervisor/Machine Operator
Sloan Construction
Greer
11.2015 - 06.2018
- Coordinated crews to ensure effective setup and maintenance of traffic control devices, enhancing safety and compliance.
- Trained team members on traffic management protocols and safety regulations, promoting adherence to best practices.
- Set up and maintained traffic control closures for crews working alongside public right-of-way, facilitating safe operations.
- Trained team members on traffic management protocols and safety regulations.
Ship/Rec./Forklift Driver
Syncreon Inc.
Greer
07.2015 - 11.2015
- Inspected forklift equipment regularly to ensure safety compliance and minimize operational risks.
- Stacked and stored products systematically in designated areas to enhance accessibility and organization.
- Communicated operational challenges to supervisors to facilitate timely resolutions and maintain workflow.
- Loaded items strategically to enhance overall work efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding operational challenges.
Supplier Representative
Assurance Quality Group
Greer
08.2014 - 02.2015
- Processed supply requests, purchase orders, and returns to ensure accurate documentation.
- Engaged with colleagues, clients, and vendors to enhance customer satisfaction and service quality.
- Verified accuracy of invoices against purchase orders prior to payment processing.
- Coordinated with vendors to achieve on-time delivery of goods.
- Engaged with colleagues, clients and vendors to promote customer satisfaction and good service.
Lead Quality Inspector
Omnisource/Lumbee
Greer
03.2014 - 08.2014
- Examine shipment contents and compare with records such as manifests, invoices, or orders to verify accuracy.
- Attached identifying tags to containers or marked them with identifying information.
- Read work orders or received oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
- Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
- Recorded shipment data, including weight, charges, space availability, and discrepancies, to maintain accurate records for reporting and accounting purposes.
- Conferred with establishment representatives to resolve issues related to damages, shortages, or nonconformance to specifications, ensuring compliance and quality standards.
- Packed, sealed, labeled, or affixed postage to prepare materials for shipping, using hand tools, power tools, or postage meters.
- Marked items with details such as grade or acceptance-rejection status.
Education
Diploma -
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Auditing
- Quality control
- Regulatory Compliance
- Process Improvement
- Process Optimization
- Shipping/Receiving
- Safety compliance
- Safety Oriented
- RF Scanner
- Computer proficiency
- Various Hand Tools
- Team supervision
- Leadership Skills
- Team Player
Timeline
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Universal Logistics
03.2025 - Current
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Rite Rug
07.2022 - 02.2025
Warehouse Manager/Inventory Specialist
Real Floors
06.2018 - 07.2022
Traffic Control Supervisor/Machine Operator
Sloan Construction
11.2015 - 06.2018
Ship/Rec./Forklift Driver
Syncreon Inc.
07.2015 - 11.2015
Supplier Representative
Assurance Quality Group
08.2014 - 02.2015
Lead Quality Inspector
Omnisource/Lumbee
03.2014 - 08.2014