Kristie Buchanan
Reno
Summary
Conscientious Quality Control Analyst develops procedures to comply with regulations and meet business requirements. Recognized for positive impact on material quality. Experienced in performing wide range of tests on component materials and final products.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Quality Control Technician
Triad Plastic Technologies
Reno
02.2023 - 06.2025
- Conducted quality inspections on plastic products to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Utilized testing equipment to assess material properties and product performance.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate quality control records.
- Collaborated with production teams to address quality issues in real-time.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of quality control standards.
- Monitored production processes to identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains.
- Communicated findings effectively with team members and management to drive process improvements.
- Maintained accurate records on product inspection results and reported findings to management team.
- Developed corrective action plans when needed to resolve quality issues.
- Collaborated with production personnel concerning any changes made during the manufacturing process which could affect product quality or reliability.
- Performed visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts.
- Monitored daily performance of production team to identify and address issues affecting quality product output.
- Conducted frequent quality and compliance reviews of production work.
- Provided quality support to ensure that products met quality standards and customer requirements.
- Compiled inspection and test data in reports to document compliance with or deviations from strict quality standards.
- Generated reports detailing inspection results for internal tracking purposes as well as external reporting requirements.
- Monitored and upheld safe operating procedures and clean area mandates to meet regulatory requirements.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify sources of defects or non-conformance issues in order to prevent reoccurrence.
- Reviewed engineering drawings and technical documents for accuracy and completeness prior to release for manufacturing use.
- Provided feedback on existing processes in order to develop more efficient methods of performing tasks while still meeting required quality standards.
- Verified conformance of parts using statistical sampling techniques such as ANSI and ASQ Z1.4.
- Identified quality problems and recommended solutions.
Cashier/Lottery Attendant
Drug Mart
Avon
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at the point of sale.
- Operated Lottery machine for sales and redeemed winning tickets.
- Maintained accurate cash register balances throughout shift
- Reconciled all of the stores register drawers from shift before and made deposits.
- Handled returns and exchanges according to store policies.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Collected payments for Utility payments, Dog licenses, Fishing licenses, etc.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
Quality Control Technician
Autokiniton
Avon
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Conducted quality inspections on plastic products to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Utilized testing equipment to assess material properties and product performance.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate quality control records.
Quality Control Technician II
Tesla
Sparks
08.2016 - 10.2020
- Conducted quality inspections on production lines for automotive components.
- Utilized testing equipment to assess product standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve quality issues efficiently.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate records for compliance.
- Trained new staff on quality control procedures and best practices.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance product reliability and safety.
- Monitored manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to quality guidelines.
- Communicated effectively with cross-functional teams regarding quality concerns.
- Conducted tests on product samples and recorded results.
- Maintained accurate records on product inspection results and reported findings to management team.
- Developed corrective action plans when needed to resolve quality issues.
- Collaborated with production personnel concerning any changes made during the manufacturing process which could affect product quality or reliability.
- Performed visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts.
- Conducted frequent quality and compliance reviews of production work.
- Provided quality support to ensure that products met quality standards and customer requirements.
- Analyzed data collected during the inspection process in order to identify trends or patterns related to product defects or malfunctions.
Education
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Boise State University
Boise, ID 08.2011 - 05.2014
Skills
- Quality inspections
- Documenting results
- 1st Article Inspection and Measurements to maintain Customer Satisfaction
- Proficiency in GD&T and interpreting engineer drawings
- Process improvement
- CGMP
- HACCP
- OMM (Optical Measuring Machine
- Optical Comarator
- ISO 9001
- Quality Audits
- Manufacturing
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Data Collection
Timeline
Quality Control Technician
Triad Plastic Technologies
02.2023 - 06.2025
Cashier/Lottery Attendant
Drug Mart
10.2021 - 12.2022
Quality Control Technician
Autokiniton
01.2021 - 12.2022
Quality Control Technician II
Tesla
08.2016 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Boise State University
08.2011 - 05.2014