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Stephen Butt

Winona Lake,IN

Summary

Adept at first-article inspection and showcasing exceptional problem-solving abilities, I significantly enhanced quality control processes at Instrumed Technologies.

Well-qualified Quality Control Inspector proficient in documentation, reporting and compliance standards. Meticulous and methodical professional with an understanding of manufacturing and production operations. Bringing 15 + years of related experience.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Receiving and Final Quality Inspector

Instrumed Technologies
01.2023 - Current
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Completed precise measurements using special tools.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
  • Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
  • Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
  • Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
  • Examined products for imperfections and defects.
  • Sampled products to verify compliance with standards

Receiving and Final Quality Control Inspector

Tecomet
02.2022 - 12.2022
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Completed precise measurements using special tools.

Laser Etch Operator

Culver Tool & Engineering
04.2021 - 04.2022
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.

Final Quality Inspector and Roving Inspector

Avalign Cutting Instruments
10.2015 - 12.2019
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Completed precise measurements using special tools.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
  • Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
  • Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
  • Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
  • Examined products for imperfections and defects.
  • Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
  • Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
  • Assisted in developing inspection and testing protocols.

Receiving and Final Quality Control Inspector

Paragon Medical, Inc.
12.2008 - 08.2015
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Completed precise measurements using special tools.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
  • Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
  • Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
  • Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
  • Examined products for imperfections and defects.
  • Updated quality control records and reports.
  • Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
  • Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.

Education

High School Diploma -

Whitko High School
South Whitley, IN

Skills

  • First-article inspection
  • Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
  • Non-destructive testing
  • ISO standards
  • CMM Operator
  • In-process inspection
  • Inspection documentation
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork
  • Work ethic
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Inspection procedures
  • Quality control
  • Inspection protocols

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Receiving and Final Quality Inspector

Instrumed Technologies
01.2023 - Current

Receiving and Final Quality Control Inspector

Tecomet
02.2022 - 12.2022

Laser Etch Operator

Culver Tool & Engineering
04.2021 - 04.2022

Final Quality Inspector and Roving Inspector

Avalign Cutting Instruments
10.2015 - 12.2019

Receiving and Final Quality Control Inspector

Paragon Medical, Inc.
12.2008 - 08.2015

High School Diploma -

Whitko High School
Stephen Butt