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Rajan Wharton

Manufacturing
Dayton,OH

Summary

Team Leader Manager and Quality Tech at Norwood Medical, adept in fostering a culture of transparent communication and accountability, significantly enhancing team morale and productivity. Skilled in operational efficiency and strategic planning, with a strong foundation in quality control from Select Industries Corporation. Expert in workload management and performance coaching, contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Team Leader Manager

Norwood Medical
01.2019 - 01.2025
  • Promoted transparent communication culture for enhanced team morale, leading to increased engagement and commitment.
  • Enhanced team dynamics for improved project delivery through regular feedback sessions and team-building activities.
  • Championed organizational change initiatives by guiding team members through transitions with clear communication and support.
  • Developed strategic initiatives for improved operational efficiency by aligning team goals with organizational objectives.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and setting clear performance expectations.
  • Led employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
  • Collaborated with senior management on strategic planning efforts, aligning departmental objectives with overall company vision.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and coaching to facilitate continuous improvement among employees.
  • Established a culture of accountability within the team, resulting in higher levels of individual responsibility towards achieving organizational goals.
  • Stayed calm, collected and logical during stressful moments to identify and implement optimal solutions.
  • Operated and calibrated testing equipment to ensure precise measurements.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding quality issues and compliance status.
  • Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough lab tests and analyses on raw materials and finished products.
  • Analyzed samples using various laboratory equipment to determine product quality.
  • Implemented standardized testing protocols for maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
  • Documented findings and communicated results to management for continuous improvement.
  • Contributed to product development efforts by providing crucial data regarding material performance under various conditions.
  • Conducted routine quality checks by performing tests on raw materials and finished products.
  • Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.

Quality Control Inspector

Select Industries Corporation
06.2014 - 11.2018
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Completed precise measurements using special tools.
  • Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
  • Reduced product rejection rates by collaborating with production teams to address quality issues proactively.
  • Measured parts with a myriad of methods ranging from CMM, Height gauges, Comparator, Mics (Point, Blade, Disc, etc), in accordance with customer approved techniques and prints.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jefferson Community And Technical College
Louisville, KY

Skills

  • Customer focus
  • Workload management
  • Motivational skills
  • Influencing skills
  • Industry expertise
  • Performance coaching
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Schedule oversight
  • Task prioritization

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 20 staff members.
  • Achieved lower scrap rates by completing an complete overhaul on training with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

  • Driver's License
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Forklift Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Cyber-Security Certifcation

Work Availability

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Quote

"Be the very best version of yourself at all times"
Kobe Bryant

Software

Excell

Timeline

Team Leader Manager

Norwood Medical
01.2019 - 01.2025

Quality Control Inspector

Select Industries Corporation
06.2014 - 11.2018

High School Diploma -

Jefferson Community And Technical College
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