Robert Kerwood II
MARSHALLTOWN,Iowa
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in quality management and team collaboration. Expertise in interpreting blueprints and specifications to ensure optimal quality control processes. Committed to fostering professional development and maintaining high safety standards within the workplace.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Superintendent
Emerson Automation Solutions
01.2026 - Current
- Monitored quality control processes to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve quality-related issues.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering an environment of growth and professional development within the Quality department.
- Supervised and directed quality control personnel through effective mentoring, coaching and work delegation.
Utility Maintenance Worker
Emerson Automation Solutions
02.2014 - 01.2026
- Operated and maintained utility systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and maintenance procedures to enhance workplace safety.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation for regulatory compliance and future reference.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment for precise pipefitting processes, ensuring optimal results for each project.
Machinist
Emerson Automation Solutions
06.2011 - 02.2014
- Operated CNC and Hand machines to produce precision components with adherence to specifications.
- Interpreted technical drawings schematics and blueprints (GD&T) to ensure accurate fabrication of parts.
- Trained junior machinists on best practices for machine operation and safety protocols.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
Soccer Referee
Self-employeed
03.2018 - Current
- Officiated competitive soccer matches, ensuring adherence to rules and regulations.
- Managed game flow and maintained fair play among players and coaches.
- Applied conflict resolution skills to address disputes on the field effectively.
- Developed strong communication skills through regular interaction with players, coaches, assistant referees, fourth officials, and assessors during games.
- Stayed current with rule changes, interpretations, and points of emphasis by attending annual referee clinics and workshops to maintain certification.
- Mentored and supported new referees to enhance knowledge of fundamentals of game and apply best practices.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness to keep up with fast-paced matches while making quick decisions under pressure.
Education
Associate of Science - Engineering
Marshalltown Community College
Marshalltown, IA12-2010
Skills
- Quality management
- Quality metrics
- Product inspection
- Worksite safety
- Blueprints and specifications
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop Nuclear Top Ten daily spreadsheets.
- Standardized inspector assignments based on number of inspectors on duty and communicated the assignments to other supervisors.
- Supervised first shift inspectors for ten weeks while scheduling the training of new inspectors.
Certification
- Master Rigger - 02/27/2026
- UAW Journeyman Pipefitter - 06/03/2022
- The University of Iowa Labor Center Occupational Health and Safety - 11/29/2018
- Raymond "Safety on the Move" Powered Industrial Truck Trainer - 12/02/2014
- OSHA 10 hour training for General Industry 29 CFR 1910 - 04/11/2014
- State of Iowa Board of Educational Examiners: Coaching Authorization - 08/25/2009
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Quality Superintendent
Emerson Automation Solutions
01.2026 - Current
Soccer Referee
Self-employeed
03.2018 - Current
Utility Maintenance Worker
Emerson Automation Solutions
02.2014 - 01.2026
Machinist
Emerson Automation Solutions
06.2011 - 02.2014
Associate of Science - Engineering
Marshalltown Community College