Mckenzie Grimes
Talbotton,GA
Summary
Assisted in automotive paint quality inspections within manufacturing operations. Supported quality assurance processes and enhanced customer service experiences. Identified defects and maintained precise documentation in fast-paced production settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Paint Shop Quality Inspector
Kia Manufacturing
West Point, GA
06.2025 - Current
- Perform detailed quality inspections of painted vehicle surfaces to ensure compliance with Kia quality standards.
- Identify paint defects including scratches, runs, dirt, orange peel, fisheyes, overspray, and color inconsistencies.
- Verify vehicles meet production and customer quality expectations before release.
- Document inspection findings and maintain accurate quality records.
- Collaborate with production and paint teams to resolve quality concerns and reduce defects.
- Follow all safety procedures and quality control standards.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying recurring quality issues.
- Maintain high attention to detail while meeting production goals.
Machine Operator
Koch Foods
Pine Mountain Valley, GA
11.2024 - 11.2025
- Operated production equipment safely.
- Performed quality inspections.
- Documented production data.
- Supported shipping and inventory.
- Worked with team to maintain production flow.
Sales Associate / Cashier
Dollar General
Talbotton, GA
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided excellent customer service.
- Processed transactions accurately.
- Stocked merchandise and maintained inventory.
- Resolved customer concerns professionally.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Central High School
Talbotton, GASkills
Quality Assurance
Automotive Paint Inspection
Defect Identification
Documentation
Manufacturing
Teamwork
Microsoft Office
SAP
Customer Service
Timeline
Paint Shop Quality Inspector
Kia Manufacturing
06.2025 - Current
Machine Operator
Koch Foods
11.2024 - 11.2025
Sales Associate / Cashier
Dollar General
03.2024 - 11.2024
High School Diploma - undefined
Central High School