Randall Jones
Denver,CO
Summary
Accomplished Quality Assurance Lead with abundant knowledge of industry practices, processes and quality management. Familiar with quality concepts and techniques coupled with passion for continuously improving production growth and operations through high-quality products.
Overview
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1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Lead
Spyderco inc.
Golden, Colorado
10.2025 - Current
- Inspected Spyderco knife components for finish, fit, and dimensional quality. Ensuring everything met established standards.
- Reviewed production parts against company specifications and quality standards.
- Documented meetings notes, defects, nonconformance, and inspection findings in quality records.
- Trained personnel on quality assurance principles and techniques to enhance understanding and application across all departments.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to junior members of the QA team.
- Developed inspection criteria based on industry standards, customer requirements and company objectives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including engineering, production, sales and marketing to develop new products that meet customer specifications.
- Created reports summarizing results from inspections, tests and other measurements taken during production process.
- Worked with off-site teams to complete timely tests and facilitate smooth product releases.
Quality Assurance Inspector
Spyderco inc
Golden, CO
12.2022 - 10.2025
- Reviewed production parts against company specifications and quality standards.
- Documented defects, nonconformance, and inspection findings in quality records.
- Coordinated with production staff on corrective actions for product issues.
- Audited work areas for process compliance and quality procedures.
- Tracked incoming materials for acceptance, damage, and specification match.
- Communicated quality concerns to manufacturing teams and supervisors.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify underlying causes of process issues and implemented preventative measures.
- Developed inspection criteria based on industry standards, customer requirements and company objectives.
Assembler
Spyderco inc.
Golden, CO
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Assembled complex components after careful review of project specifications and directions.
- Assembled folding knife components for Spyderco production lines.
- Assemble components according to specifications using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
- Inspected blade alignment, lockup, and fit during assembly.
- Verified parts against work orders and company specifications.
- Supported team workflow on Spyderco knife manufacturing floor.
- Follow established assembly methods and procedures to ensure product quality standards are met.
- Inspect finished products for defects and conformance to customer requirements.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and work orders to determine the specific assembly instructions.
- Operated and maintained equipment in a clean and safe condition.
Education
Golden High School
Golden, COSkills
- Quality assurance training
- Technical documentation
- Attention to detail
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Team leadership
- Cross functional collaboration
Certification
- Print reading and tolerance certification through GD&T Basics
- CPR and first aid certified
Timeline
Quality Assurance Lead
Spyderco inc.
10.2025 - Current
Quality Assurance Inspector
Spyderco inc
12.2022 - 10.2025
Assembler
Spyderco inc.
10.2020 - 12.2022
Golden High School