Richard Biggers
Canton,OH
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Inspection Foreman
Canton Drop Forge, Inc.
12.2024 - Current
- Perform quality inspection on hot steel forgings to ensure that they meet all customer requirements:
- Conducted thorough quality inspections on incoming materials, ensuring adherence to specifications and standards
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of quality issues and implemented corrective actions
- Ensure that parts meet specifications of ISO 9001 and NADCAP requirements, as well as AS9100
- Read blueprints and ensure that all measurements are verified and within tolerance of specifications
- Led a team of quality analysts in conducting thorough inspections and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Conducted regular meetings with the quality team to review performance metrics, address concerns, and provide feedback
- Created comprehensive reports detailing inspection findings, trends, and recommendations for process enhancements
- Collaborated with engineering teams during product development stages to ensure design specifications meet quality standards
Quality Assurance Analyst
Bekaert
08.2019 - 11.2024
- Led a team of quality inspectors in conducting thorough inspections of products to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Conducted regular audits of manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement and optimize efficiency
- Trained and mentored new quality inspectors on inspection techniques, quality standards, and documentation requirements
- Performed visual inspections, measurements, tests, and sampling of materials or finished products according to specifications
- Ensured compliance with ISO standards by conducting internal audits and coordinating external audits by certification bodies
- Collaborated with suppliers to address non-conforming materials or components through effective communication channels
- Managed the calibration program for measuring equipment ensuring accuracy within specified tolerances at all times
- Participated in design reviews to provide input on manufacturability considerations from a quality perspective
- Led investigations into customer complaints regarding product quality; identified root causes and implemented corrective actions
- Maintained accurate records of all inspections performed including test results, deviations from specifications, rework activities etc
Shop Foreman
Multi Galvanizing
06.2015 - 08.2019
- Managed daily production schedules, ensuring on-time delivery of customer orders
- Performed regular maintenance checks on machines to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime
- Resolved technical issues or malfunctions promptly to prevent delays in production
- Conducted quality inspections at various stages of the manufacturing process to ensure adherence to specifications
- Trained employees on proper use of machinery, tools, measuring instruments, and safety procedures
- Investigated non-conformance issues related to product quality or performance; developed corrective actions plans
- Mentored junior staff members providing guidance regarding best practices
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and company policies in the machine shop
- Conducted performance evaluations for machine operators, providing feedback on areas of improvement and recognizing achievements
- Developed training programs on new machinery, tools, or processes to enhance employee skills
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety standards
Education
Business (College) - Savannah Online-Remote
South University
01.2012
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Mechanical knowledge
- Mentoring
- Vendor relationship management
- Landscape maintenance
- Volunteer management
- Crew management
- Technical Proficiency
- Maintenance
- Supervising experience
- Hand tools
- Conflict management
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Blueprint reading
- Management
- Computer operation
- Electrical systems
- Customer relationship building
- Attention to detail
- Crew leadership
- Employee training
- OSHA regulations
- Crew supervision
- OSHA compliance
- Quality control
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Driver's License
Additional Information
- Familiar with aspects of ISO 9001 and NADCAP requirements.
- First hand experience with use of micrometers, calipers, NDT testing, hardness testing, tensile testing, micro analysis of samples (Martensite, Pearlite, free ferrite, etc.)
Timeline
Quality Inspection Foreman
Canton Drop Forge, Inc.
12.2024 - Current
Quality Assurance Analyst
Bekaert
08.2019 - 11.2024
Shop Foreman
Multi Galvanizing
06.2015 - 08.2019
Business (College) - Savannah Online-Remote
South University