Marlon Foster
Summary
Personable Quality Control Supervisor experienced in maintaining quality standards and training teams on effective product inspection. Demonstrated strong work ethic and adaptability, excelling in customer service and multitasking. Committed to delivering positive experiences and overcoming challenges.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Quality Control Supervisor
Multicraft electronics
Brandon, Ms
01.1982 - 12.1982
- Inspected products for quality compliance and adherence to specifications.
- Coordinated quality assurance activities across production teams and processes.
- Trained staff on quality standards and inspection procedures for improved performance.
- Documented non-conformities and initiated corrective actions, enhancing product quality and compliance.
- Monitored production processes to ensure consistency and quality control measures.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve quality-related concerns, improving overall production standards.
- Conducted regular audits of production lines to maintain quality assurance protocols.
- Initiated and implemented standards and methods for inspection, testing and evaluation.
- Evaluated performance of Quality Control personnel, identified training needs, provided feedback, and recommended improvements.
- Generated detailed and accurate inspection and testing reports according to current good manufacturing practices.
- Developed and implemented Quality Control procedures to ensure product reliability.
- Analyzed test data to determine conformance to specifications.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed during all testing procedures.
- Participated in internal audits as well as third-party vendor audits.
- Collaborated with other departments to identify areas for improvement in processes or products.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry standards related to quality assurance.
- Trained new employees on proper use of inspection tools and techniques.
- Provided guidance and technical support to production staff regarding quality issues.
- Conducted root cause analysis for non-conformances and reported findings, facilitating targeted improvements in quality control processes.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable standards and regulations.
- Supported product launch activities and continuous improvement initiatives in cross-functional and collaborative environment.
- Checked calibration certificates and administered system to keep instrumentation accuracy compliant with known standards.
- Reviewed supplier contracts ensuring that they meet established quality requirements.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving overall product quality.
- Tracked key performance indicators and anticipated and corrected trends that compromised achievement of targets.
- Assisted in the development of new products by providing input on potential design flaws or weaknesses.
- Audited production floor and monitored metrics, verified adherence to standard work instructions and corrected deficiencies.
- Prepared monthly reports on Quality Control activities for management review.
Technical Engineering Specialist
AT&T/Comcast Engineering
Memphis, TN
05.1980 - 05.1981
- Collaborated with engineering teams on system design and implementation tasks.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Utilized project management tools to track engineering project progress.
- Developed engineering plans, specifications and cost estimates for projects.
- Provided technical support for field operations and maintenance activities.
- Conducted field inspections to monitor progress of project work according to approved plans, specs, codes and regulations.
- Resolved conflicts between design requirements of multiple stakeholders including clients, engineers and regulatory agencies.
- Recommended design modifications to eliminate machine and system malfunctions.
- Analyzed data to identify trends and recommend improvements in systems.
- Reviewed contractors' schedules and submission of shop drawings and samples.
- Prepared documentation for engineering processes and procedures.
- Monitored safety measures taken by contractors at job sites to ensure compliance with OSHA guidelines.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project updates and strategies.
- Evaluated construction bids from contractors and subcontractors for compliance with contract documents.
- Provided input into the development of design criteria for various projects.
- Ensured that all deliverables comply with applicable laws, regulations, codes and standards.
- Investigated complaints from customers regarding quality control issues on completed projects.
- Participated in public meetings to discuss project objectives, scope changes, budgeting issues.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure successful completion of assigned tasks.
- Identified discrepancies between actual field conditions and original design drawings or specifications.
- Analyzed existing infrastructure conditions to identify potential improvements.
- Drafted technical reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Drafted technical reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Holmes Community College
Goodman, MS 01.1980 - 05.1982
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Product inspections
- Corrective actions
- Data analysis
- Electrical Testing
- Power plant operator
- Rex Brown Steam Electric Power Plant
- Entergy Technician Training 4 years Power Plant Technology Degree
Timeline
Quality Control Supervisor
Multicraft electronics
01.1982 - 12.1982
Technical Engineering Specialist
AT&T/Comcast Engineering
05.1980 - 05.1981
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Holmes Community College
01.1980 - 05.1982