Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Nicholas Watts

Farmington,MN

Summary

A highly-motivated, experienced, hard working, and quality focused Quality Engineer and Machinist. I'm able and willing to collaborate with new colleagues to make quality and process improvements. With 12 years manufacturing experience and a broad knowledge in metalworking, i am the correct addition to your team.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Engineer

BTD Manufacturing
Lakeville, MN
08.2023 - Current
  • Performed data analysis to identify root causes of quality issues and developed corrective actions.
  • Analyzed customer complaints and feedback, conducted investigations, and implemented appropriate corrective actions.
  • Developed and maintained Quality Assurance procedures in accordance with ISO 9001 standards.
  • Ensure sucessful launch of new product
  • Identifies potential failure modes at design reviews and takes actions to ensure process capability.
  • Builds strong customer relationships and ensures customer satisfaction.
  • Error proofing of manufacturing processes to produce consistent conforming products.
  • Conducted internal audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed engineering drawings, process specifications, test requirements, inspection plans, and other technical documents for accuracy.
  • Investigated non-conformances using problem solving techniques such as 8D or 5 Why's methods.

Quality Assurance Lead

BTD Manufacturing
Lakeville, MN
11.2021 - 08.2023
  • Developed and implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product conformance to customer requirements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams including engineering, production, sales and marketing to develop new products that meet customer specifications.
  • Reviewed customer complaints and worked with suppliers to improve product quality through corrective actions.
  • Provided training on quality assurance principles and techniques to personnel in all departments.
  • Created reports summarizing results from inspections, tests and other measurements taken during production process.
  • Developed inspection criteria based on industry standards, customer requirements and company objectives.
  • Participated in design reviews of new products ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Reviewed quality trends to prevent or reduce defects, determined problem causes and initiated actions for correction.
  • Collected and shipped product samples to customers.
  • Coached, mentored and motivated QC inspectors to improve quality control process.

Brake Press Operator

BTD Manufacturing
Lakeville, MN
11.2011 - 11.2021
  • Set up and operated brake press machine to form metal parts according to blueprint specifications.
  • Adjusted settings on the brake press machine, such as speed, pressure and stroke length, to ensure accurate production of components.
  • Inspected finished products for defects or accuracy against blueprints.
  • Recorded data related to production runs in logbooks or computer systems.
  • Troubleshot issues with equipment or processes when necessary.
  • Trained new employees in proper operation of the brake press machine.
  • Communicated with other departments regarding any changes in production orders or schedule requirements.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating the brake press machine.
  • Assisted with setup of tooling for various jobs when needed.
  • Used calipers and micrometers to measure components produced by the brake press machine for accuracy against blueprints.
  • Maintained a clean work area around the brake press machine at all times.
  • Monitored gauges on machines to ensure optimal performance during operations.
  • Followed established quality control procedures throughout each shift.
  • Executed process improvement initiatives as required by management.
  • Provided feedback on ways to improve efficiency within the department.
  • Inspected completed work to check conformance and quality and correct deficiencies.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials, changed tools and selected sequences to produce desired parts.
  • Cleaned and organized machine, tooling and work areas regularly for maximum safety and efficiency.
  • Operated and programmed Cincinnati, Safan, Amada, and Bystronic press brakes to produce materials according to strict specifications.
  • Controlled machine operations to complete precise, high-quality work.
  • Observed company's strict safety rules during each shift to avoid job-related injuries.
  • Provided expert coaching and training for new team members.
  • Read programming instructions and product blueprints to determine sequences and dimensional requirements.
  • Operated hoists, cranes and other material handling equipment to lift heavy work pieces or move loads.
  • Transfer commands from servers to CNC modules using computer network links.

Education

CNC Toolmaking Degree - Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology

Saint Paul College - A Community And Technical College, Saint Paul, MN
12-2023

High School Diploma -

Hastings High School, Hastings, MN
05-2008

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Saint Cloud State University, Saint Cloud, MN

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Failure Investigation and Analysis
  • Troubleshooting
  • Critical Thinking
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Problem Solving Techniques
  • Non-Conformance Processes
  • Process Validation
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Inspection Processes
  • Team Leadership
  • Relationship Building
  • Quality Processes
  • Customer Service
  • Quality Improvement Strategy
  • Corrective Action Planning
  • Non-Conformance Reports

Timeline

Quality Engineer - BTD Manufacturing
08.2023 - Current
Quality Assurance Lead - BTD Manufacturing
11.2021 - 08.2023
Brake Press Operator - BTD Manufacturing
11.2011 - 11.2021
Saint Paul College - A Community And Technical College - CNC Toolmaking Degree, Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology
Hastings High School - High School Diploma,
Saint Cloud State University - Some College (No Degree), Education
Nicholas Watts