Luke Sampson
Summary
Well-qualified Quality Control Inspector proficient in documentation, reporting and compliance standards. Meticulous and methodical professional with a deep understanding of manufacturing and production operations. Bringing six years of related experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Inspector
Laser Mechanisms - Industrial
07.2023 - Current
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Kept detailed records of quality and imperfect products.
- Communicated with Quality Assurance Manager to create an action plan for implementation of ISO 9001 standard.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Removed imperfect products from shipment line.
- Maintained calibration records and vendor certifications.
- Studied product blueprints before performing inspections.
- Identified where product issues were coming from and rectified issues.
- Used calipers, hard gauging, and other measuring instruments.
- Compared colors, shapes, textures and grades of products and materials with color charts, templates, or samples to verify conformance to standards.
- Oversaw maintenance, calibration and control of inspection, measuring and test equipment.
- Remained up-to-date with new engineering specifications to maintain access to adequate inventory of equipment.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Resolved customer complaints by investigating problems and developing solutions.
- Monitored inventory levels to restock materials and maintain consistent supply.
- Developed and implemented inspection processes to define criteria and quality control measures.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
- Assisted in developing inspection and testing protocols.
- Provided technical support to production personnel.
- Investigated customer complaints to take necessary corrective actions.
- Used analyzers, multimeters and power supplies to conduct diagnostic procedures.
Quality Assurance Inspector
Laser Mechanisms - Medical (OXID)
10.2018 - 07.2023
- Conducted internal audits per ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 guidelines.
- Managed database of calibrated gages in QMS, organize delivery of gages to calibration vendor.
- Write and edit documents and procedures, per document change requests.
- Used Microsoft Excel, Visio, and Word for the creation of reports, procedures and flow charts.
- Communicate with outside auditors on an as needed basis.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Kept detailed records of quality and imperfect products.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Removed imperfect products from shipment line.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Maintained calibration records and vendor certifications.
- Studied product blueprints before performing inspections.
- Tested outgoing product for function and accuracy and verified final product configuration met engineering specifications.
- Used calipers, hard gauging and other measuring instruments.
- Identified where product issues were coming from and rectified issues.
- Recommended changes to assembly and production lines based on repeat product issues.
- Utilized Infor Syteline to assist with inspections, manufacturing and measuring equipment.
- Remained up-to-date with new engineering specifications to maintain access to adequate inventory of equipment.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Developed and implemented inspection processes to define criteria and quality control measures.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Assisted in developing inspection and testing protocols.
- Provided technical support to production personnel.
- Investigated customer complaints to take necessary corrective actions.
- Weighed products prior to shipment to confirm accuracy.
- Operated forklift on as-needed basis.
- Repaired faults, reassembled products, and completed additional tests.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
- Researched recurring product issues and customer specifications to create acceptable defect matrices for inspector use to minimize errors.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
Assembly Technician
Laser Mechanisms - Medical (OXID)
11.2017 - 10.2018
- Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools.
- Performed assembly of products according to specifications and instructions.
- Reassembled and adjusted components to meet required specifications.
- Worked directly with QA personnel to identify and correct defects.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Coordinated with other departments to complete projects within deadline.
- Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows.
- Kept work areas organized, tidy, and clean for maximum productivity.
- Followed specific blueprints and diagrams to assemble components and comply with industry standards.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
- Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.
- Documented all in-process and out-of-process assembly activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy And Religious Studies
Taylor University
Upland, INSkills
- Non-Conformance Reporting
- Engineering Documents Comprehension
- Product Inspection
- Sample Collection
- Infor Syteline Use
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Vizio
- Internal Auditing
- ISO 9001: 2015
- ISO 13485: 2016
- Quality Inspections
- Report Preparation
Timeline
Quality Assurance Inspector
Laser Mechanisms - Industrial
07.2023 - Current
Quality Assurance Inspector
Laser Mechanisms - Medical (OXID)
10.2018 - 07.2023
Assembly Technician
Laser Mechanisms - Medical (OXID)
11.2017 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy And Religious Studies
Taylor University
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