Rodney Tarrant
Hayward,CA
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Receiving inspection
Simens Healthineers
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Executed first article inspections using SAP software and various inspection tools, including Calypso Keyence and Micro Vu.
- Executed daily duties with precision to maintain quality standards.
- Proposed and implemented ideas that improved team collaboration and problem-solving.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to resolve product and service issues, ensuring customer satisfaction.
CMM Programmer/Inspector
Government Client (Confidential)
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Programmed and operated CMM equipment for high-precision inspection of aerospace and defense components.
- Conducted first article, in-process, and final inspections in compliance with strict industry and government regulations.
- Verified geometric tolerances and material certifications, ensuring adherence to AS9100 and MIL standards.
- Performed advanced troubleshooting and calibration of metrology equipment to maintain accuracy.
- Facilitated root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions, enhancing manufacturing processes.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to refine manufacturing tolerances and optimize design specifications.
- Prepared detailed documentation and reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory audits.
Quality Inspector
Sanmina Corp
Fremont, USA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Verified compliance with customer and industry standards through detailed measurements and reporting.
- Supported corrective action implementation and process improvements to enhance product quality.
- Utilized CMM and manual inspection tools for precision verification.
- Performed quality inspections of electronic and mechanical components to ensure adherence to specifications.
Quality Consultant
Consulting for Manufacturing Company
Georgia
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Delivered expertise in inspection and process improvement, enhancing quality assurance practices for a manufacturing firm.
- Developed and refined inspection protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Facilitated training and mentoring of quality inspectors on best practices, fostering skill development and adherence to quality standards.
Quality Control Inspector
C Hawk
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Performed comprehensive inspections across various manufacturing disciplines to uphold quality standards.
- Programmed and operated Zeiss CMM using Calypso software to ensure precision in measurements.
- Conducted failure analysis and recommended corrective actions to improve product reliability.
- Ensured all products met customer and regulatory requirements.
CMM Programmer, Quality Inspector
Joby Aviation
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Programmed CMM equipment, ensuring precise measurements for aerospace components that met quality standards.
- Performed FAI, in-process, and final inspections, ensuring compliance with specifications through vision system inspections.
- Resolved manufacturing defects in collaboration with engineers, enhancing product quality.
CMM Inspector
H&T Battery Components
03.2019 - 04.2020
- Conducted first article, in-process, and final inspections, documenting corrective actions to ensure quality standards were met.
- Inspected battery components for quality and compliance with industry standards.
- Created quality control plans to improve product reliability and consistency.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
- Conducted routine audits to ensure adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
CMM Programmer, FAI Inspector
Stine Machine Shop
Vista, USA
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Programmed CMM machines to automate precision measurements and inspections.
- Calibrated and maintained CMM equipment, ensuring measurement accuracy for reliable production outcomes.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and specifications for accurate programming.
- Performed first-piece, in-process, and final inspections, implemented corrective actions, and executed SPC audits to uphold quality standards.
- Conducted regular calibration of equipment to ensure measurement accuracy.
CMM Inspector
Win-Tec
Kennesaw, GA
03.2015 - 02.2016
- Performed first article, in-process, and final inspections, conducted audits, and reported corrective actions to uphold quality standards.
- Conducted thorough inspections of battery components for quality assurance.
- Utilized precision measuring tools to assess product specifications.
- Maintained compliance with customer and regulatory quality standards to ensure product integrity.
- Collaborated with production teams to address compliance issues.
CMM Inspector
Harris Corp (DOD)
Palm Bay, USA
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Inspected military and defense components to ensure compliance with industry standards, safeguarding quality and reliability.
- Operated under ITAR regulations to protect confidentiality of sensitive government projects, upholding security protocols.
- Conducted thorough inspections of battery components for quality assurance.
- Utilized precision measuring tools to assess product specifications.
- Documented inspection results and reported findings to management regularly.
CMM Inspector
Bosch Rexroth
Charlotte, NC
01.2014 - 07.2014
- Conducted FAI, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections to verify quality and precision of components.
- Inspected battery components for defects and compliance with quality standards.
- Ensured compliance with ISO and AS9100 standards to maintain quality assurance and regulatory adherence.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
- Conducted routine audits of production processes to ensure adherence to safety regulations.
CMM Inspector
Curtis Wright Controls
Shelby, NC
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Inspected battery components for compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Executed quality assurance inspections, documenting corrective actions to enhance product compliance.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to specifications and regulations.
- Conducted detailed assessments of materials and finished products for defects.
- Analyzed root causes of manufacturing defects, providing insights to prevent recurrence.
CMM Inspector
Eaton Corporation
Irvine, CA
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Performed precision inspections of aerospace components to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Inspected battery components for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted detailed audits of materials and finished products for defects.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to operational procedures.
- Collaborated with production teams to enhance quality processes, resulting in reduced defects.
CMM Inspector
DLC Machine
Santa Ana, CA
11.2008 - 05.2009
- Conducted inspections of CNC-machined parts to ensure dimensional accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Conducted thorough inspections of battery components for quality assurance.
- Collaborated with production teams to address compliance issues.
- Utilized inspection tools to assess product specifications and tolerances.
CMM Inspector
Rockwell Collins
Irvine, CA
01.2008 - 11.2008
- Conducted FAI and final inspections to verify compliance with specifications and authored CAR reports to address non-conformances.
- Conducted thorough inspections of battery components for quality assurance.
- Documented inspection results and identified defects in materials.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure compliance with safety standards.
CMM & FAI Inspector
Break Manufacturing
Gardena, CA
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Performed first article and in-process inspections for precision components to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Conducted thorough inspections of manufactured products for quality assurance.
- Utilized inspection tools to measure product specifications and compliance.
- Documented inspection results and maintained detailed records of findings.
- Facilitated process improvements to streamline operations and reduce inspection time.
CMM Inspector
Bristol Industries
Brea, CA
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Performed CMM inspections on aerospace fasteners and precision components to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Conducted inspections on battery components to ensure quality standards.
- Operated precision measuring tools to assess product specifications.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate records.
- Facilitated quality documentation processes to enhance accuracy and traceability.
CMM & Vision CMM Inspector
AAE Aerospace
Fullerton, CA
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Programmed and operated CMM and vision inspection systems to ensure precision in product quality.
- Conducted first article and final inspections to verify compliance with specifications and standards.
- Inspected aerospace components for compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Conducted detailed audits of manufacturing processes and quality control systems.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to address non-conformities and implement corrective actions.
CMM & Quality Inspector
Kaiser Fluid Technologies
Charlotte, NC
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Performed precision inspections on fluid control systems to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Conducted in-process inspections to ensure product integrity.
- Performed final inspections before shipment to verify specifications.
- Inspected incoming materials for compliance with quality standards.
- Supported development of corrective action reports and monitored processes to enhance operational effectiveness.
Inspector
Quantum Resources Corp.
DeLand, FL
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Executed precision inspections with CMM and manual measuring tools to ensure product quality and adherence to specifications.
- Conducted thorough inspections of equipment and processes for compliance standards.
- Confirmed compliance with industry standards to maintain safety and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with teams to identify safety hazards and implement corrective actions.
- Documented inspection findings and prepared detailed reports for management review.
Inspector
Electromethods Inc.
South Windsor, CT
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Performed inspections on precision aerospace components to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Conducted thorough inspections of equipment and facilities for compliance.
- Evaluated safety protocols to ensure operational effectiveness and risk mitigation.
- Assisted in SPC activities to identify and rectify process variations.
- Collaborated with teams to identify areas for process improvement and efficiency.
Receiving & Quality Inspector
Boeing Aircraft
Macon, GA
01.1992 - 01.1997
- Conducted inspections for receiving, in-process, and final stages to ensure quality standards were met.
- Inspected aircraft components for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Conducted detailed visual inspections using precision measuring tools.
- Verified adherence to FAA and FAR regulations to maintain safety and compliance in operations.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve quality issues effectively.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Fort Valley State College
Fort Valley, GASkills
- First article inspection
- Precision measurement
- Calibration techniques
- Statistical process control
- Geometric tolerancing
- Quality auditing
- CMM programming
Timeline
Receiving inspection
Simens Healthineers
06.2025 - 01.2026
CMM Programmer/Inspector
Government Client (Confidential)
01.2024 - 01.2025
Quality Inspector
Sanmina Corp
08.2023 - 12.2023
Quality Consultant
Consulting for Manufacturing Company
01.2023 - 08.2023
Quality Control Inspector
C Hawk
07.2021 - 08.2022
CMM Programmer, Quality Inspector
Joby Aviation
05.2020 - 06.2021
CMM Inspector
H&T Battery Components
03.2019 - 04.2020
CMM Programmer, FAI Inspector
Stine Machine Shop
03.2018 - 03.2019
CMM Inspector
Win-Tec
03.2015 - 02.2016
CMM Inspector
Harris Corp (DOD)
07.2014 - 03.2015
CMM Inspector
Bosch Rexroth
01.2014 - 07.2014
CMM Inspector
Curtis Wright Controls
01.2012 - 01.2014
CMM Inspector
Eaton Corporation
01.2009 - 01.2012
CMM Inspector
DLC Machine
11.2008 - 05.2009
CMM Inspector
Rockwell Collins
01.2008 - 11.2008
CMM & FAI Inspector
Break Manufacturing
01.2007 - 01.2008
CMM Inspector
Bristol Industries
01.2006 - 01.2007
CMM & Vision CMM Inspector
AAE Aerospace
01.2005 - 01.2006
CMM & Quality Inspector
Kaiser Fluid Technologies
01.2002 - 01.2005
Inspector
Quantum Resources Corp.
01.2000 - 01.2002
Inspector
Electromethods Inc.
01.1997 - 01.2000
Receiving & Quality Inspector
Boeing Aircraft
01.1992 - 01.1997
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Fort Valley State College