Rodney Best
Compton
Summary
To seek a responsible and challenging Dimensional Inspector position by associating with a growing organization.
Quality professional well-versed in ensuring product compliance with stringent industry standards. Brings extensive experience in conducting thorough inspections and collaborating with teams to improve product quality. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic work environments, with strong skills in problem-solving and attention to detail.
Diligent Calibration tech with solid background in calibration techniques and maintenance of precision instruments. Proven ability to ensure accuracy and reliability of measurement equipment, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency. Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing complex devices, showcasing strong analytical and technical skills.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Electrolurgy
Irvine, CA
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Mentored junior staff in best practices for quality control and inspection techniques.
- Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects and wear to verify conformance with blueprints, diagrams, and template specifications.
Quality Inspector
Additive Manufacturing
Las Vegas, NV
05.2023 - 05.2024
- In process, Receiving, and Final inspection of Aerospace components.
- First article of medical devices Aerospace components.
Quality Inspector
Pres-Tek Plastics
CA
05.2021 - 08.2022
- In process, Receiving, and Final inspection of Plastic Medical device components including device packaging.
- First article of medical devices.
- Well versed in medical device testing requirements.
Quality Inspector
Oasis Medical
Glendora, CA
12.2014 - 04.2021
- In process, Receiving, and Final inspection of Medical device components including device packaging.
- First article of medical devices.
- Well versed in medical device testing requirements.
Quality Inspector
Allied Mechanical
Ontario, CA
03.2014 - 11.2014
- In process, Receiving, and Final inspection of very large aerospace components.
- First article inspection.
- Coordinates all Calibration activities.
Technical Data Specialist
CC Carlton Forge Works
Paramount, CA
12.2012 - 03.2014
- Preparing final customer Certifications of Conformance after reviewing outside processing and testing for compliance.
- Pratt & Whitney DSQR inspection of large forging components.
- Reviewing contracts, purchase orders, and planning for compliance to customer requirements.
Quality Assistant
Anodyne Inc
Santa Ana, CA
02.2012 - 12.2012
- Root cause and corrective action of non-conformances most major primes.
- Schedule, Monitor and Perform internal process audits and supplier audits.
- Training new inspectors.
- Review of processes, procedures and routers for compliance to customer requirements.
- Calibration Lab Tech. Reviewed and analyzed calibration data to determine effectiveness.
- Coordinated with outside vendors to schedule calibration on site and externally.
- Developed procedures and conducted internal calibration of equipment when possible.
- Insured requirements for equipment service and maintenance.
- Purchasing of inspection materials/supplies.
- First article inspection.
- Inspection of machined and cast parts, coatings, etc.
- Contract review of purchase orders and process travelers for compliance to customer requirements.
- Performed Salt spray analysis testing for anodized and plated components.
Lead Inspector
Swift-Cor Aerospace
Gardenia, CA
01.2011 - 02.2012
- Calibration lab technician.
Lead NDT Inspector
RBC Transport Dynamics
Santa Ana, CA
01.2005 - 01.2011
- NDT Penetrant Inspection - PT, Magnetic Particle Inspection- MT Level II.
- In process, Receiving, and Final inspection of aerospace components.
- Inspection of bearing components and assemblies.
- Training new inspectors.
- Lead inspector.
- Calibration Lab Tech. Ensured all equipment was calibrated on time and adjusted frequency as needed.
- In-house and outside calibration houses using software.
- Reviewed and analyzed calibration data to determine effectiveness.
- Coordinated with outside vendors to schedule calibration on site and externally.
- Improvement of process procedures.
- Purchasing of inspection materials/supplies.
- First article inspection, testing and technical support to Production floor.
- Advise on MRB, and RMA dispositions.
- Contract review of purchase orders and process travelers for compliance to customer requirements.
- Pratt and Whitney DSQR.
Quality Technician
Alcoa Fasteners
Torrance, CA
11.2004 - 04.2005
- Final inspection of fastener components and assemblies.
NDT Inspector
Aircraft Plating Company
Hawthorne, CA
01.2003 - 01.2004
- NDT Penetrant Inspection - PT, Magnetic Particle Inspection- MT Level II.
- First article inspections.
- Closed 2004
Quality Inspector
George Industries
East Los Angeles, CA
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Anodizer of aerospace components for Types I, II and III anodizing processes –
- Chromic acid, Sulfuric acid, Sulfuric Hard acid anodizing mostly commercial components
- Inspection of Aerospace Anodizing Types I, II, & III of Aerospace Prime and Paint and Powder Coatings.
- R & D of silk-screening on anodized and powder coated materials.
- Writing and revising process and inspection procedures.
- I have experience anodizing components for Boeing's International Space Station program.
- 90% commercial work (bicycles, baseball bats, roller blades etc.), 10% military and commercial aircraft and weapons processing facility.
Quality Manager
Bowman Plating Company
Compton, California
01.1988 - 01.1995
- Quality Assurance Supervisor, Lab technician.
- Manage Quality dept. and Quality system to MIL-I-45208 and MIL-Q-9858.
- Inspection of aerospace cadmium and zinc plating, zinc phosphate components.
- NDT Penetrant Level II, Magnetic Particle Level II
- Inspection of Aerospace Anodizing Chromic, Sulfuric, Sulfuric Hard anodize.
- Inspection of Aerospace Prime and Paint, Powder Coatings.
- Performed Salt spray analysis testing for anodized and plated components.
- Writing and mostly revising process and inspection procedures.
- Training new inspectors.
- Lab tech performing solution analysis (chemical titrations) for anodize and plating tank solution concentrations.
Education
GED -
Paramount Adult High School
Paramount, CA05-1988
Skills
- Strong familiarity with reading blueprints
- Good understanding of various measuring equipment – including VMM Sciencescope system
- Good knowledge and general understanding GD & T and material testing of aerospace components
- General understanding microbiology testing of medical devices and cleanrooms
- Good understanding of inspection in machine shops and chemical processing facilities
- Ability to perform dimensional inspection on aerospace components to customer and industry standards
- Admirable Customer service and managerial skills
Accomplishments
- Consistently met company standard times and individual productivity goals.
- Trained in ASTM, AMS and Customer specifications.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Electrolurgy
05.2025 - 12.2025
Quality Inspector
Additive Manufacturing
05.2023 - 05.2024
Quality Inspector
Pres-Tek Plastics
05.2021 - 08.2022
Quality Inspector
Oasis Medical
12.2014 - 04.2021
Quality Inspector
Allied Mechanical
03.2014 - 11.2014
Technical Data Specialist
CC Carlton Forge Works
12.2012 - 03.2014
Quality Assistant
Anodyne Inc
02.2012 - 12.2012
Lead Inspector
Swift-Cor Aerospace
01.2011 - 02.2012
Lead NDT Inspector
RBC Transport Dynamics
01.2005 - 01.2011
Quality Technician
Alcoa Fasteners
11.2004 - 04.2005
NDT Inspector
Aircraft Plating Company
01.2003 - 01.2004
Quality Inspector
George Industries
01.1997 - 01.2002
Quality Manager
Bowman Plating Company
01.1988 - 01.1995
GED -
Paramount Adult High School