Patrick Sims
Quality Control Inspector
ROANOKE,VA
Summary
Seasoned Quality Control Inspector with a robust background at Intricate, enhancing product excellence through meticulous inspection and non-destructive testing. Leveraged expertise in blueprint interpretation and cross-functional collaboration to drive significant quality improvements. Skilled in mentoring teams and fostering a culture of compliance and safety, consistently achieving and surpassing quality standards. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. High-performing professional with extensive experience in industry. Skilled in testing, sorting and sampling products with working knowledge of safety codes. Reliable and efficient with equipment and software programs. Top-notch inspector with solid background in evaluating and inspecting wide range of industrial products. Offers strong understanding of industry standards and regulations. Collaborative and committed to accurate and efficient work.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Intricate
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Provided feedback to production team regarding product quality.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Assisted in developing inspection and testing protocols.
- Investigated customer complaints to take necessary corrective actions.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
- Utilized quality control software to track and analyze product data.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Weighed products prior to shipment to confirm accuracy.
- Recommended architectural improvements, design solutions, and integration solutions.
- Used analyzers, multimeters and power supplies to conduct diagnostic procedures.
- Repaired faults, reassembled products, and completed additional tests.
- Provided technical support to production personnel.
Overnight Store Manager
Kroger
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Increased sales by Number% with special displays and promotions.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Made sure that the overnight team stayed motivated and focused. By setting clear expectations and offering guidance, I kept everyone productive and engaged.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
Store Manager
Car Lovers Car Wash
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Office Furniture Installer
T&S Installations
06.2015 - 04.2019
- Inspected and documented products for damage and quality prior to installation or delivery.
- Uncrated, assembled, installed and repaired furniture and office equipment in customers' homes or offices.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks and dollies to move furniture and equipment to different areas and rearrange within warehouse.
- Reviewed installation plans with senior installation personnel to install product to meet space plans.
- Installed Type and Type free-standing furniture, panels and modular systems.
- Used Type and Type hand and power tools to attach metal braces, corner blocks, dust bottoms and moldings.
- Disassembled broken and defective furniture and equipment to facilitate repair.
- Assembled and installed electronic, electrical and wiring components in modular systems furniture.
- Prepared budgets and quote parameters to develop job plans and manpower needs.
- Used Software to maintain current inventory of systems furniture and non-modular office furniture parts and equipment.
- Followed manufacturer manuals, diagrams and specifications to properly install and repair office furniture and equipment.
- Inspected furniture for proper operation by checking assembly directions.
- Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
- Liaised with internal departments to optimize productivity and efficiency.
- Researched and implemented new technologies and equipment.
- Managed maintenance activities, supervised staff, and inspected equipment.
- Followed established procedures for inspection of belts, drives and motors, performing needed maintenance.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Stamped grommets into canvas using mallets and punches or eyelet machines.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
- Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.
- Checked, repaired and repacked survival equipment to meet specifications.
- Sewed fringe, tassels and ruffles onto drapes and curtains and buttons and trimming onto garments.
- Patched holes, sewed tears and ripped seams or darned defects using needles and thread or sewing machines.
- Cleaned stains from fabric or garments using spray guns and cleaning fluid.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
- Measured and hemmed curtains, garments, and canvas coverings to size using tape measures.
- Spread out articles or materials and examined for holes, tears and other defects.
- Trimmed cut or torn fabric using scissors or knives and stitched trimmed edges together.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
Education
Bachelor Of Business - Business Administration And Management
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA05.2020
High School Diploma - General Studies
Cave Spring High School
Roanoke, VA06.2016
Skills
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Inspection documentation
- Process Improvement
- Compliance Enforcement
- Materials Testing
- Employee Supervision
- Specifications reading
- OSHA Compliance
- Product Inspection
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Issue Escalation
- Non-conformance reporting
- Recordkeeping
- Audit Coordination
- Equipment Calibration
- Measurement techniques
- Sampling protocols
- Report Generation
- Color Matching
- Reporting and analysis
- Quality Control
- Geometric dimensioning
- Process evaluation
- Safety Protocols
- Quality Management
- Sampling procedures
- Technical knowledge
- Forms management
- Test equipment operation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Inspections and reviews
- Production methods
- Quality processes
- Blueprint understanding
- Blueprint Reading
- Defect Identification
- Safety Procedures
- Production experience
- Visual Inspection
- Inspection protocols
- Process Validation
- Production expertise
- Schematic understanding
- Training and mentorship
- Database Management
- Inspection procedures
- ISO Standards
- Quality Control Planning
- Visual inspections
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Intricate
10.2022 - 07.2024
Overnight Store Manager
Kroger
01.2021 - 10.2022
Store Manager
Car Lovers Car Wash
04.2019 - 12.2020
Office Furniture Installer
T&S Installations
06.2015 - 04.2019
Bachelor Of Business - Business Administration And Management
Virginia Western Community College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Cave Spring High School
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