Michael Bell
Kernersville,NC
Summary
Proven leader in plant and quality management. Skilled in continuous improvement and team development. Expertise in quality control and project management, measurable improvements in product standards and customer satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Manager / Quality Assurance Manager
Lyndon Steel Company
04.2017 - Current
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses on production issues, identifying solutions for continuous improvement efforts.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Coordinated plant expansions and upgrades to accommodate increased demand while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Implemented quality control system to review products against technical specifications and corporate standards.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
- Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to established protocols, maintaining consistency across the organization.
- Trained team members on quality assurance principles, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
- Facilitated communication between departments regarding quality concerns, fostering collaboration towards shared goals.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing comprehensive QA processes and procedures.
- Investigated customer complaints and performed corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
- Assessed product quality by monitoring quality assurance metrics, reports and dashboards.
- Established robust quality documentation systems that ensured traceability throughout the entire production lifecycle.
- Implemented corrective action plans based on audit findings, resulting in measurable improvements over time.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects.
- Conducted process and system audits to identify areas of improvement and enforce compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced defects in products by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings through meticulous attention to detail and consistent quality control measures.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans to monitor product quality and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Created and maintained quality management systems to align with industry standards.
- Collaborated with audit clients and action owners to apply root cause analysis guidance and establish effective corrective action plans.
- Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers, and internal plant operations.
- Established and tracked quality department goals and objectives.
- Scheduled and chaired quality review meetings to review effectiveness of performance mitigating risk, improving throughput and achieving customer satisfaction.
- Determined quality department standards, practices, and procedures.
Quality Assurance Manager
Canatal Steel USA
06.2013 - 03.2017
- Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to established protocols, maintaining consistency across the organization.
- Trained team members on quality assurance principles, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
- Facilitated communication between departments regarding quality concerns, fostering collaboration towards shared goals.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing comprehensive QA processes and procedures.
- Investigated customer complaints and performed corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices for quality management, contributing to overall team growth and development.
- Implemented corrective action plans based on audit findings, resulting in measurable improvements over time.
- Inspected products and worker progress throughout production.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects.
- Conducted process and system audits to identify areas of improvement and enforce compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced defects in products by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans to monitor product quality and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings through meticulous attention to detail and consistent quality control measures.
- Monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
- Recorded, analyzed, and distributed statistical information.
- Created and maintained quality management systems to align with industry standards.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives, consistently seeking ways to optimize operations for better results.
- Collaborated with audit clients and action owners to apply root cause analysis guidance and establish effective corrective action plans.
- Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers, and internal plant operations.
- Established and tracked quality department goals and objectives.
- Scheduled and chaired quality review meetings to review effectiveness of performance mitigating risk, improving throughput and achieving customer satisfaction.
- Determined quality department standards, practices, and procedures.
- Applied coaching techniques and tools to support managers and team members in improving performance.
- Specified quality requirements of raw materials with suppliers.
Education
Career Studies - Welding And Metal Processing
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA03.2013
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Decision-Making
- Team Development
- Staff Training
- Team Management
- Quality Control Management
- Strategic thinker
- Employee Hiring
- Team Training
- Quality Assurance
- Report Writing
- Total Quality Management
- Contract Management
Certification
AWS Certified Welding Inspector - 15112551
ASNT NDT Level III - UT & MT - 281513
AMPP Certified Coating Inspector - N78823
Timeline
Plant Manager / Quality Assurance Manager
Lyndon Steel Company
04.2017 - Current
Quality Assurance Manager
Canatal Steel USA
06.2013 - 03.2017
Career Studies - Welding And Metal Processing
Virginia Western Community College
AWS Certified Welding Inspector - 15112551
ASNT NDT Level III - UT & MT - 281513
AMPP Certified Coating Inspector - N78823
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