Lucia Deering
Hackettstown,NJ
Summary
Driven Quality Assurance Technician and Production Supervisor with a proven track record at Rockline Industries and Homecare Industries. Excelled in implementing preventive measures, reducing defect rates by enhancing product quality, and fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and effective communication, I significantly improved production efficiency and safety standards.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Technician
Rockline Industries
Montvale, NJ
10.2005 - 07.2024
- Conducted root cause analyses for identified defects, implementing preventive measures to minimize recurrence rates.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in regular team meetings and sharing insights about potential areas of improvement.
- Inspected finished products for overall quality and adherence to Type specifications.
- Streamlined data collection methods for test results, enabling faster analysis and decision-making regarding product improvements.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all quality-related activities, facilitating easy access to records when needed.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Provided training on quality assurance best practices for new employees, fostering a culture of excellence within the organization.
- Routinely tested products to align temperature, specifications, and ingredient levels with best practices and quality standards.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in the manufacturing process.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to identify trends in data that indicated potential areas requiring attention or modification within the manufacturing process.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Analyzed test data to determine performance and reliability of materials
- Educated employees on specific QA standards and confirmed maintenance of standards.
Production Supervisor
Homecare Industries
Clifton, NJ
09.1983 - 10.2005
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed team of Number production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
- Improved safety standards, conducting regular training sessions and updating safety protocols.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
Skills
Effective Communication
Basic computer skills
Professional Communication
Microsoft excel knowledgeable
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Quality Assurance Technician
Rockline Industries
10.2005 - 07.2024
Production Supervisor
Homecare Industries
09.1983 - 10.2005