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
12-2023
High School Diploma -
05-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Education
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
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