Latoya Nowden
Detroit,MI
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Coordinator
Avancez Automotive
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Developed educational materials used to train staff on QA standards.
- Addressed non-conformance issues, pausing production to correct errors.
- Developed monthly, end-of-quarter and other statistical reports for leadership team and quality improvement programs.
- Assisted with quality control audits.
Production Associate
Focus HOPE
06.2016 - 02.2020
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Safely operated hand and power tools to complete repetitive tasks.
- Prepared materials for assembly work to keep workflows running smoothly.
Quality Control Inspector
Staff Works
08.2012 - 03.2016
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
Transporter
S & L Transportation
08.2009 - 02.2011
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Operated vehicles and carefully followed all safety protocols and procedures.
- Maintained accurate logs of equipment deliveries and patient trips and submitted documentation at end of shift.
Housekeeper
K & J Preservation
03.2006 - 06.2009
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
Shipping & Recieving Clerk
K-Mart Warehouse
01.2003 - 11.2003
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
Laboratory Technician
New Haven Foundry
07.1998 - 10.2001
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
Skills
- Visual Inspections
- Change Control Procedures
- Quality Management Systems
- Documentation Management
- Works well with a team
- Pays very close attention
- Standing long periods at a Time
- Very Organized
Timeline
Quality Coordinator
Avancez Automotive
03.2021 - 02.2023
Production Associate
Focus HOPE
06.2016 - 02.2020
Quality Control Inspector
Staff Works
08.2012 - 03.2016
Transporter
S & L Transportation
08.2009 - 02.2011
Housekeeper
K & J Preservation
03.2006 - 06.2009
Shipping & Recieving Clerk
K-Mart Warehouse
01.2003 - 11.2003
Laboratory Technician
New Haven Foundry
07.1998 - 10.2001