Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings over 25 years of valuable expertise in quality, fabrication, and manufacturing to forward company objectives. Is attentive to quality, and detail with past experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Work History
Quality Control Technician Team Lead
Magna Electric Vehicle Structures
St. Clair, , MI
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Processed accepted materials and components into ERP system with timely data entry and logging of lots and serial numbers of tracked items.
Helped conduct internal and vendor quality audits to satisfy SOP requirements.
Coordinated with shift management to establish clear expectations and complete daily quality assignments.
Created and processed discrepancy reports and helped resolve ongoing problems for line optimization.
Weld destruct Quality Technician
Magna Electric Vehicle Structures
St. Clair, MI
Apr.2022 - Current
Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Assisted with day-to-day operations consisting of weld breakdown, and dissection studies with the cut and etch process.
Generated data, and reports using excel spreadsheets.
Utilized Magna's Learning opportunities in People.net, and completing the following courses
APQP
COMMUNICATING EFFECTIVELY
CONTINUOUS RISK REDUCTION
FAST RESPONSE
INCOMING INSPECTION-MAT. RECEIVING
LMV AUTHORIZED LOTO
LMV CULTURE TRAINING
LMV FUNNEL CLOUD
LOGISTICS QUALITY 101
LPA STANDARD
MQS AWARENESS
NON CONFORMING MATERIAL
PROCESS CONTROL PLAN MGMT.
QUALITY GATES
Dept./ Project Manager / Fabricator Gen. Laborer
D&N Bending Corp.
Romeo, Michigan
07.2011 - 03.2022
Fostered relationships with vendors to promote positive working relationships.
Helped update operational methods, Tracked information and compiled data to improve efficiency.
Conducted bi-monthly inventories of raw materials and components on work floor.
Maximized productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement.
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Help establish, and update work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Determined root cause of deviations and non-conforming results and implemented appropriate corrective and preventive actions throughout product development process.
Inspected class A surfaces and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet customer requirements.
Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections and other established tests.
Performed dock audit inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
Adhered to safety and clean area procedures to comply with agency and regulatory mandates.
Inspected manufactured parts by reviewing visually and assessing dimensions.
Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
Liaised between quality control manager and other departments and contractors, providing project updates and consultation.
Reported problems and concerns to upper management.
Provided training to over 20 onboarding team members in 3 years.
Helped to develop and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
Fabricator / Metal Model Maker
Experi-Metal Inc.
Sterling Heights, MI
09.2002 - 09.2010
Fabricated molds, tool and components according to given specifications to promote successful operations and enhance production strategies.
Created prototype/short run stretch benders for current, and classic automobiles
Dismantled bending tools to clean components and performed skilled preventive maintenance and repairs to maintain optimal functionality.
Cut, shaped and refined metal components using power tools, and machinery to create one of a kind prototypes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richmond High School
35320 Division Rd. Richmond, Michigan
06.1989
Skills
Punctual and Dependable
Great Work Ethic
Hand and Power Tools
Attention to Detail
Troubleshooting
Blueprints and Specifications
Quality Control
Judgment and Decision Making
Fast Learner
Computer Skills / Familiar with CAD Viewers
Hobbies / Interests
My current interests are:
High end audio/music, architectural history, home restoration/improvement, antiques, investing, clock/watch repair, landscape/gardening, coin collecting, milsurp collecting
Quality Weld Validation, GP-12, Productions at Magna Electric Vehicle StructuresQuality Weld Validation, GP-12, Productions at Magna Electric Vehicle Structures