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Lakesha Ross-Taylor

Haddock,GA

Summary


Knowledgeable Quality Inspector with solid background in quality control and inspections. Proven ability to identify and rectify product defects, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Demonstrated expertise in maintaining detailed inspection records and collaborating with production teams to achieve quality objectives.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Inspector, Specialist

Qarbon Aerospace
01.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for completing final inspection requirements for all assigned products through the use of documented inspection criteria
  • Responsible for carrying out incoming inspection of designated materials and tooling
  • Responsible for record retention for all inspection paperwork and if applicable, associated samples
  • Responsible for First Article Inspection(Net-Inspect)
  • Responsible for certificate of conformance / QA Department sign offs
  • Process of 1st Pc, In-Process and Final Inspection efforts
  • The process of incoming inspection of / for raw materials & outside processes
  • AS9100 Aerospace Quality Environment - knowledge of 13100
  • Use of surface plates, height gauges and hand measuring tools to perform in-process inspection of manufactured parts at various stages of operation
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints
  • Proficient in using hand measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, optical comparator, etc.)
  • Perform detailed visual inspections, measurements, and functional tests to identify any nonconformities or defects
  • Perform internal audits. Audits completed for Nadcap composite and Chemical processing.
  • Inspect quality of products, taking note of functionality and appearance.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Programs included are Gulfstream, All Boeing programs including "CF6", Northrop Grumman, Blue Origin, Virgin Galactic, and Lockheed Martin.



Quality Assurance Specialist

Kumho Tires
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • Complete audits in production areas in the facility
  • Measure finished rubber compound with using a tape measure in millimeters and the thickness using a Caliper to insure it is within spec tolerance
  • Measure Beads, Apex, Cap-ply, Belts, and Body Ply to verify that the operators have the machines on the correct settings
  • Inspect the tire building process on all machines and take measurements during the process
  • Inspect tires for defects
  • Document all measurements and input information in the system
  • Learned how to operate all the machines in the facility
  • Work 12 hours rotating shifts
  • Wear required PPE

Finishing Operator

Trojan Battery Company
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Perform setup and operate all equipment in the department
  • This includes HRD, Wrapping machine, battery washer machine, battery dumper, automatic and manual acid filler machine, air tester, and label/date stamper machine
  • Certified Forklift driver
  • Electric pallet jack certified
  • Lifted up to 75 pounds
  • Followed safety requirements
  • Wear proper PPE
  • Operate Hydrometer during disposition testing
  • Proper disposition of defective batteries to MRB
  • Meet production deadlines
  • Perform simple maintenance on the machine

Education

High school diploma -

Jones County High School
Gray, GA
01.2000

Skills

  • Analyzer
  • Blueprints
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Manufacturing
  • Continuous improvement
  • Hand tools
  • Quality control
  • Forklift
  • Power tools
  • Georgia Work Ready Certification
  • Precision measuring instruments
  • Quality Assurance
  • Customer service
  • Heavy lifting
  • Warehouse experience
  • Basic math
  • Computer skills\Excel
  • Calipers\Micrometer
  • Quality Inspection
  • Product inspection
  • MES\TIPSFE Systems
  • DOD Mandatory Control Unclassified Information (CUI) Training Certification
  • Twic Card
  • Military Standards "Quick Assist"
  • Process control
  • Defect identification
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • First-article inspection
  • Corrective actions
  • Surface finish evaluation
  • ISO standards
  • AS9100 management system

Additional Information

Fork Lift Certified, 8,10,12 hr Rotating shifts, Lifts up to 75 lbs., Sharp problem solver, Energetic work attitude, Communication, Customer Satisfaction, Information Analysis, Self Control, Assertiveness, Computer Savvy, Multi-Tasking, Ability to read and understand blueprints, Flexible to work in any weather condition, location, and shift, Ability to walk, stand, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs.

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Authorized To Work: US for any employer

Timeline

Quality Inspector, Specialist

Qarbon Aerospace
01.2022 - Current

Quality Assurance Specialist

Kumho Tires
01.2016 - 01.2022

Finishing Operator

Trojan Battery Company
01.2013 - 01.2016

High school diploma -

Jones County High School
Lakesha Ross-Taylor