Matthew Bennett
DeRidder,LA
Summary
Ambitious Quality Analyst with track record of dependability and leadership. Knowledgeable in QA methodology with proven history of reducing errors to increase quality. Proficient in preparing test cases, plans and scripts. Dedicated to analyzing and resolving defects. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab QA Analyst
Ingevity
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with management to provide training on improved processes and assisted with creation and maintenance of quality training.
- Recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team to implement corrective actions.
- Analyzed quality and performance data to support operational decision-making.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Developed and maintained quality assurance procedure documentation.
- Created and revised procedures, checklists and job aids to reduce errors.
- Administered internal quality audits and assessed results to inform corrective action measures.
- Performed standard first article inspections and random sampling inspections to verify adherence to customer standards.
Kettle Operator
Ingevity
05.2018 - Current
- Maintained work area and equipment to comply with company and sanitary standards.
- Performed inspections throughout processes to meet quality standards.
- Reduced and eliminated downtime to drive quality of products.
- Checked temperature control to maintain proper conditions.
- Leveraged measuring equipment to obtain proper weights.
- Observed, maintained and addressed issues to prevent and reduce waste.
- Closely watched employee use of equipment, maintaining high standards of safety and quality in work zones.
Lead Shipper
Ingevity
06.2014 - Current
- 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.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Operator
Ingevity
04.2014 - Current
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
- Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
Railroad Track Laborer
Performance Contracting
05.2013 - 04.2014
- Cut back vegetation at key points along tracks to maintain adequate field of vision and safety standards for long-term use.
- Cleaned around tracks and completed important repairs to achieve maintenance targets.
- Sprayed ties, fishplates or joints with oil to protect from weathering.
- Adapted schedules and work timelines to meet productivity targets and maximize railway safety.
- Repaired miles of damaged track across different types of terrain.
- Set machines to make accurate and precise adjustments to various track parts for durability, functionality and safe operations.
- Ground ends of new or worn rails to attain smooth joints using portable grinders.
Correctional Officer
C.Paul Phelps
04.2010 - 05.2013
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
Operator
Spartech Polycom
05.2006 - 04.2010
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
- Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
- Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
- Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks.
- Conducted inspection of in-process or finished product.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep machines running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
- Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
- Recognized upset conditions, determining cause, and took appropriate corrective action.
- Fed raw materials and components into semi-automated machines according to production needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Merryville High School
Merryville, LA05.2006
Skills
- Materials Inspection
- SQL Understanding
- Continuous Improvement
- Technical Research
- Correction Action Planning
- Equipment Calibration
- Quality Improvement
- Risk Assessment
- Data Analysis
- Laboratory Testing
- Procedural Updates
- Sampling
- Audit Processes
- Quality Processes
- Training Material Development
Timeline
Lab QA Analyst
Ingevity
09.2022 - Current
Kettle Operator
Ingevity
05.2018 - Current
Lead Shipper
Ingevity
06.2014 - Current
Operator
Ingevity
04.2014 - Current
Railroad Track Laborer
Performance Contracting
05.2013 - 04.2014
Correctional Officer
C.Paul Phelps
04.2010 - 05.2013
Operator
Spartech Polycom
05.2006 - 04.2010
High School Diploma -
Merryville High School
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