Sandra Navarro
Harbor City,CA
Summary
Results-driven QC Supervisor with over 15 years of experience enhancing product quality through rigorous inspections, process improvements, and effective team training. Proven ability to implement corrective actions and uphold compliance with industry standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QC Supervisor
Judco Mfg
Harbor City, CA
09.2010 - 02.2026
- Supervised quality control processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for inspection and testing protocols.
- Implemented corrective actions to address non-conformities, enhancing product quality consistency.
- Collaborated with production teams to streamline workflows and improve overall operational efficiency.
- Conducted thorough inspections of incoming materials to guarantee adherence to quality requirements.
- Developed and maintained documentation for quality assurance procedures and inspection reports.
- Analyzed data trends in defect rates, providing insights for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, ensuring adequate availability of necessary materials for uninterrupted production flow.
- Identified areas for improvement through regular audits of manufacturing processes, systems, and equipment.
- Trained new QC personnel in company standards, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Evaluated team performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and coaching for continuous skill improvement.
- Led calibration activities on measuring instruments to guarantee precise readings and improve overall quality assurance efforts.
- Served as liaison between the Quality Control department and other business units during customer audits or third-party inspections.
- Reduced production errors through rigorous quality inspections and timely corrective actions.
- Upheld regulatory compliance across all operations by staying current on industry guidelines and incorporating updates into internal policies as needed.
- Ensured accurate documentation of inspection results, maintaining a comprehensive database for future reference and analysis.
- Enhanced productivity by streamlining QC processes, optimizing resource allocation, and minimizing downtime.
- Improved product quality by implementing stringent quality control protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Conducted supplier evaluations to ensure their compliance with company requirements for product quality and consistency.
- Assisted in the development of new products by providing quality-focused feedback during design reviews and prototype testing phases.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs for lab equipment, reducing instances of machine failure or malfunctions during critical testing periods.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues and maintain high-quality output.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing adherence to safety guidelines and promoting a culture of responsibility among staff members.
- Supported audits and led teams to fully investigate quality control processes and root out deficiencies.
- Supervised and directed quality control personnel through effective mentoring, coaching and work delegation.
- Trained workers in different departments in improved procedures designed to enhance quality and eliminate errors.
- Coordinated disposal of discrepant materials unsuitable for rework or recycling.
- Validated new methods and equipment to properly integrate improved strategies into quality control processes.
- Directed consistent measuring, inspection and testing procedures and tabulated data for detailed reports.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
Education
No Degree -
Narbonne Hight School
Harbor City, CASkills
- Quality assurance techniques
- Customer focus
- Documentation review
- Quality management systems
- Product inspection
- ISO standards
- Quality control expertise
- Supplier quality management
- Standard operating procedures
- Microsoft office
- Visual inspection
- Documentation control
- Measurement techniques
- Operations management
- Data collection
- Process validation
- Quality control planning
- Programming
- Equipment calibration
- Process improvement
- Technical support
- Quality assurance controls
- Material testing
- QC inspections
- Inspection reports
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Computer skills
- Machine operation
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety procedures
- Delegation skills
- Training and mentoring
- Coordinating daily operations
- Team building
- Safety protocols
- Worker training
- Safety management
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Assigning work
- Coaching and mentoring
- Interpersonal skills
- Training and development
- Product assembly
- Goal setting
- Risk assessment
- Plant operations
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal communication
- Quality control
- Documentation and reporting
- Staff training
- Work area inspection
- Inventory control
Certification
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe] Master Class Management.com
Supervisor Skills & Leadership Development Course
Key points strong leadership
Leadership vision and managerial goals
Inspiring team work
Creating and developing a strong team
Motivating employees to achieve high success
Managing the different personalities
Dealing with conflict, violence and difficult employees
Dealing with attendance and poor job performance
Verbal and written communication skills
Meeting management
Preparing and delivering a presentation
Communicating change to the staff
The importance of constant open communication
Earning respect amongst staff and peers
Sharing the vision and achieving the goals
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Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
QC Supervisor
Judco Mfg
09.2010 - 02.2026
No Degree -
Narbonne Hight School