MITCHELL EVANS
Terry,MS
Summary
Quality assurance professional with proven track record of enhancing product reliability and streamlining processes. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving consistent results while adapting to evolving project demands. Skilled in root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies, bringing reliability and integrity to every task.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Engineer
Faurecia Automotive Seating
Madison, MS
04.2022 - Current
- Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
- Improved customer satisfaction levels with timely resolution of non-conformance issues and effective corrective actions.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Implemented process improvements based on Lean Six Sigma methodologies, resulting in reduced waste and increased efficiency.
- Developed action plan for company certification using ISO 9000 standard knowledge.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and conducting thorough root cause analysis.
- Facilitated training sessions for team members on quality management principles and best practices, enhancing overall competency levels within the department.
- Streamlined internal communication, fostering cross-functional collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
- Conducted detailed audits to ensure adherence to ISO 9001 standards, maintaining a high level of compliance throughout the organization.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual reviews, ensuring a seamless audit process with minimal findings or discrepancies noted.
- Conducted regular compliance audits, ensuring adherence to industry regulations and standards.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous testing protocols that addressed previously undetected issues.
Quality Engineer
SMP Automotive
Vance, AL
02.2019 - 02.2022
- Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
- Improved customer satisfaction levels with timely resolution of non-conformance issues and effective corrective actions.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Implemented process improvements based on Lean Six Sigma methodologies, resulting in reduced waste and increased efficiency.
- Developed action plan for company certification using ISO 9000 standard knowledge.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and conducting thorough root cause analysis.
- Facilitated training sessions for team members on quality management principles and best practices, enhancing overall competency levels within the department.
- Streamlined internal communication, fostering cross-functional collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
- Conducted detailed audits to ensure adherence to ISO 9001 standards, maintaining a high level of compliance throughout the organization.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual reviews, ensuring a seamless audit process with minimal findings or discrepancies noted.
- Spearheaded environmental testing for products, ensuring resilience under various conditions and extending market reach.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovative solutions to quality challenges.
- Facilitated feedback loop from end-users to production, ensuring that customer insights contribute to product enhancements.
Quality Assurance Analyst
MS Companies
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2016 - 02.2019
- Mentored and coached team members on QA topics and strategies.
- Participated in regular meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss progress updates, communicate concerns or challenges, and ensure alignment of project goals.
- Reported progress, test metrics and results to project stakeholders.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards, ensuring compliance throughout the QA process.
- Streamlined QA processes for increased efficiency and reduced time spent on redundant tasks.
- Acted as a liaison between the QA team and other departments such as Development, Customer Support, and Product Management, ensuring effective communication throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
- Reduced defect rates through meticulous attention to detail during code reviews, working closely with developers to address any identified issues quickly.
- Championed quality assurance initiatives within the organization by promoting a culture of continuous improvement and striving for excellence in all aspects of product development.
- Supported company in maintaining work environment focused on quality, communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork.
- Conducted training sessions for junior QA analysts, enhancing their skills and knowledge of industry best practices.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by verifying that products met specifications and functioned as intended before release.
- Collaborated with development teams to identify, track, and resolve software defects in a timely manner.
- Improved product reliability by executing rigorous test plans and ensuring software met established requirements.
- Reduced number of customer-reported issues by establishing preemptive testing strategy that targeted common failure points.
- Spearheaded adoption of cutting-edge testing software, keeping company at forefront of QA technology.
- Enhanced product compliance with industry standards by diligently verifying adherence to regulatory requirements.
Education
Christian Studies -
Wesley Theological Seminary
Washington, DC03.2025
Interdisciplinary Studies -
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS01.2006
Skills
- Quality Audit Reporting
- Process Control Documentation
- Materials Inspection
- 8D Methodology
- Beginner knowledge of APQP
- Lean quality tools 'FMEA'
- Process Development and Improvement
- Fishbone Diagram
- Scrap Reduction
- Root Cause Identification
- Six Sigma Methodologies
- Corrective Action Planning
- Control plan development
- Quality processes
- Non-conforming material reports
- Quality improvement plans
- Root-cause analysis
- Quality assurance
- Quality management system
- Quality risk assessment
- Lean manufacturing tools
- Team leadership
- Root cause identification
- Quality engineering tools
- Corrective and preventive actions
- Customer service
- Quality documentation
- Process mapping
- Failure modes and effects analysis
- Documentation and reporting
- Risk management
- Complex Problem-solving
- Inspection methods
Certification
- Sigma Six Certification, 2022
- ISO 9001, 2022
Additional Information
Assistant Coach Starkville High School Track and Field, Associate Minister-St Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Starkville, MS, Director of Media Relations- St Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Starkville, MS
Timeline
Quality Engineer
Faurecia Automotive Seating
04.2022 - Current
Quality Engineer
SMP Automotive
02.2019 - 02.2022
Quality Assurance Analyst
MS Companies
01.2016 - 02.2019
Interdisciplinary Studies -
Mississippi State University
Christian Studies -
Wesley Theological Seminary