Matthew Bishop
Clinton,MI
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Inteva Products, LLC
Adrian, Michigan
10.2018 - 10.2025
- Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards, documenting results of inspections for accountability.
- Inspected automotive components at Inteva Products for dimensional and visual compliance.
- Used calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify part specifications.
- Documented inspection results in quality records and traceability logs.
- Identified nonconforming parts and initiated containment actions.
- Reviewed blueprints, control plans, and work instructions for inspection criteria.
- Coordinated with production teams to resolve recurring quality issues, fostering collaboration to maintain product integrity.
- Supported corrective action reviews using Inteva quality standards and procedures.
- Calibrated inspection tools and maintained testing equipment readiness.
- Tested finished goods prior to shipment according to established protocols.
- Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Trained new employees on proper use of test equipment and inspection techniques.
- Verified accuracy of product labels, including expiration dates and lot numbers.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding progress toward meeting quality objectives.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
- Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations by monitoring workers during the manufacturing process.
- Performed first article inspection on incoming raw materials.
- Identified improvement opportunities in processes, procedures, and equipment to enhance overall quality control.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations when issues arose with production processes or end-products.
- Participated in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Completed non-destructive tests and conducted continuous inspections.
- Developed corrective action plans based on findings from investigations and audits.
- Provided technical support to other departments regarding quality related topics and initiatives.
- Analyzed plans, specifications and blueprints to understand product requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve complex problems related to product design or manufacturing processes.
- Evaluated suppliers' performance against established criteria for quality assurance purposes.
- Assisted engineering department with design verification tests.
- Ensured that all products met customer requirements prior to shipment.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
- Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.
- Selected samples for use as test models.
- Oversaw disposal of products, materials and equipment not in compliance with tolerances, safety standards, or quality levels.
- Verified that arriving materials matched purchase orders and documented discrepancies when found.
- Learned new testing methods through continued education and research.
- Calibrated products to match design and operational specifications.
- Compared product and materials colors, shapes, textures and grades with predetermined templates.
- Noted changes during testing in project documentation.
- Positioned components, parts or materials for testing.
- Read blueprints and manuals to determine test procedures or adjustment methods.
Floor Operator/Team Leader
Inteva Products, LLC
Adrian, Michigan
12.2013 - 10.2018
- Operated factory machinery across production lines in manufacturing environment.
- Monitored equipment settings to maintain safe, steady output.
- Inspected finished products for quality and specification compliance.
- Trained new operators on plant routines and machine use.
- Trained new employees on safe operation of factory equipment.
- Performed daily inspections of all machinery to ensure proper function and safety.
- Troubleshot malfunctions in machinery, making necessary repairs when possible.
- Calibrated machines to meet required standards of quality control.
- Monitored conveyor belts for jams or blockages, making necessary repairs or adjustments as needed.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving malfunctioning equipment or unsafe working conditions.
- Followed safety procedures during daily factory operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies while operating machinery.
- Operated forklift and other lifting devices in order to move materials around the facility.
- Loaded raw materials and supplied production stations.
- Stocked raw materials into hoppers for automated processing operations.
- Cleaned work areas and maintained orderly plant conditions.
- Reported equipment issues to supervisors and maintenance teams.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks that need to be completed.
- Collaborated closely with other workers in order to coordinate efforts towards meeting production goals.
- Carried out preventative maintenance activities to keep machines running at optimal levels.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
- Maintained accurate records on production levels and equipment performance.
- Maintained accurate records of production output, material usage, and other relevant data.
- Assisted in the development of new processes for improved efficiency and cost reduction.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Replaced worn out parts on machines with spare components when needed.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
Education
Morenci High
Morenci, MISkills
- Quality assurance
- Quality control analysis
- Dimensional inspection
- Nonconformance reporting
- Root cause analysis
- Process improvement
- Production monitoring
- Equipment maintenance
- Machine maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Safety procedures
- Lockout/tagout procedures
- Hazardous material handling
- Chemical handling
- Pneumatic tools operation
- Forklift operation
- Assembly production
- Assembly line work
- Operating machinery
- Machinery operations
- Materials handling
- Handling raw materials
- Inventory control
- Inventory tracking
- Production scheduling
- Production
- Shipping
- Package shipments
- Work order processing
- Parts racking
- Waste reduction
- Cost reduction
- Energy efficiency
- 5S implementation
- Logistics
- Supply chain management
- Operations support
- Cycle counts
- Employee training
- Team communication
- Supervisory skills
- Strong communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Endurance and resilience
- General housekeeping
- Hand-eye coordination
- Heavy lifting
- Hand tool usage
- Power tool operation
- Forklift operations
- Forklift operation
- Equipment operation
- Equipment monitoring
- Error correction
- Reading comprehension
- Project management
- Project management
- Forklift operation
- Materials oversight
- Machinery maintenance
- Assembly protocols
- Assembly production
- Energy efficiency
- 5S implementation
- Supply chain management
- Cycle counts
- Preventive Maintenance
- Strong communication
- Package shipments
- Error correction
- Problem-solving
- Reading comprehension
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Inteva Products, LLC
10.2018 - 10.2025
Floor Operator/Team Leader
Inteva Products, LLC
12.2013 - 10.2018
Morenci High