Nehemiah (Nick) DeMent
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in quality control and production troubleshooting. Skilled in documentation and equipment calibration, with a strong focus on training and mentoring to elevate team performance and ensure compliance with quality standards.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Technician
Instinct
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure product quality and compliance with standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to troubleshoot issues impacting product reliability.
- Trained new team members on proper quality control techniques, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
- Developed and implemented quality control processes to meet product standards.
- Maintained accurate records of inspections, tests, and corrective actions taken.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Documented findings and reported discrepancies to management for prompt resolution.
- Assisted in developing and implementing quality control procedures to enhance accuracy.
- Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.
Assembly Lead
Quick Contractors
09.2020 - 10.2024
- Trained and mentored new team members on assembly techniques and quality standards.
- Complied with all regulatory requirements during production processes to maintain industry certifications and uphold company reputation for excellence.
- Enhanced assembly line efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced product quality and reduced production downtime.
- Coordinated daily workflow among team members to meet production deadlines effectively.
- Led the adoption of new technologies and tools within the assembly process, resulting in greater efficiency and more accurate tracking of key metrics.
Machinist
Collins Aerospace Systems
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for aerospace applications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate machining processes.
- Conducted quality inspections using calipers and micrometers to maintain stringent standards.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve machining issues efficiently.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
Machine Operator
Tenneco Inc
2015 - 10.2017
- Operated and maintained production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and minimal downtime.
- Monitored machine performance, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and machine operation best practices to enhance team competency.
- Conducted regular quality inspections, ensuring adherence to company standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to schedule repairs and preventive maintenance, improving equipment reliability.
- Coordinated workflow between different production lines to optimize resource utilization and meet production goals.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hastings High School
Hastings, NESkills
- Product inspection
- Visual inspection
- Equipment calibration
- Inspections and reviews
- Documentation skills
- Auditing techniques
- Continuous improvement
- Product sampling
- Production troubleshooting
- Report preparation
- Record preparation
- Quality auditing
- GMP auditing
Timeline
Quality Control Technician
Instinct
10.2024 - Current
Assembly Lead
Quick Contractors
09.2020 - 10.2024
Machinist
Collins Aerospace Systems
07.2018 - 06.2019
Machine Operator
Tenneco Inc
2015 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Hastings High School