Steven Thrasher
Bessemer
Summary
Quality engineering professional with proven ability to enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction. Known for collaborative approach and achieving results in dynamic environments. Reliable team player with focus on continuous improvement and problem-solving, skilled in root cause analysis and quality management systems. I am eager to continue growing my abilities and knowledge of quality automotive engineer.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Quality Engineer
Antolin Alabama
03.2025 - Current
- Served as a liaison between engineering, manufacturing, and customers when addressing complex technical issues related to product quality.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for standardized procedures, ensuring consistent adherence to quality protocols across the team.
- Reduced manufacturing defects by implementing robust quality control measures.
- Collaborated with suppliers to improve component quality, minimizing production downtime due to defective parts.
- Identified root causes of quality concerns, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Optimized inspection processes, reducing time spent on identifying non-conforming products without compromising accuracy or effectiveness.
- Conducted detailed failure analysis to identify areas for improvement in product design and manufacturing processes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving quality issues in a timely manner.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.
Quality Engineer Ford F150 Program
Brose Tuscaloosa
09.2020 - Current
- APQP, PPAP, GR&R, SPC & other capability studies
- GD&T
- Six Sigma Green Belt Training
- VDA 5.3 training
- Implementation of Procella (Digital Quality Inspection) for the whole Ford F150 value stream
- New product safe launch activities for F150 front row
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Implemented process improvements based on Lean Six Sigma methodologies, resulting in reduced waste and increased efficiency.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual reviews, ensuring a seamless audit process with minimal findings or discrepancies noted.
- Developed comprehensive quality assurance documentation to streamline audit process, significantly reducing preparation time.
- Initiated cross-functional team collaboration, integrating quality standards across departments to ensure uniformity in product excellence.
- Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
- Communicating directly with the customer
- Monitoring scrap trends & reducing scrap cost
- MES Launch
- Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
Parts Quality Engineer
Mercedes Benz USA
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Dealt with specific Tier 1 suppliers to Mercedes
- Reviewed supplier data
- Reviewed supplier 8D
- Onsite supplier visits & audits
- Supported supplier in PCA
Quality Systems/Support
Brose Tuscaloosa
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Procella Software Key User
- QIM System Key User
- LPA System Key User
- Vast SAP knowledge
- VDA auditing
Supplier Quality Engineer
Brose Tuscaloosa
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Reviewed supplier data
- Reviewed supplier 8D
- Increased overall supplier satisfaction with frequent communication, addressing concerns, and providing support.
- Managed relationships with key suppliers, fostering long-term partnerships that benefited both parties involved.
- Conducted comprehensive audits of suppliers'' facilities to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Measurement analysis
- Managed sorts using 3rd party containment
- Track supplier complaints through QIM/SAP
- Managed deviations from supplier
- Receiving inspection
Quality Engineer in training for MBUSI/Brose Doors
Brose Tuscaloosa
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Assisted with safe launch activities for the new 167 door modules
- Managed & overseen 3rd party for safe launch activities
Quality Technician for IBK (MBUSI/BMW)
Brose Tuscaloosa
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Led containments
- Conducted first off inspections per the drawing & customer requirements
- Led problem solving activities
- Gauge R&R
- Overseen quality of product during production
Quality Assurance
Brose Tuscaloosa
04.2016 - 12.2016
- Liaison for Brose for 3 months at the Magna Plant in Shepherdsville, Kentucky
- Organized sorts
- Assisted with the Rail Release Process, CEP Containment, Production Failure Management, Layer Process Audit Verification, and Time Trials
- Performed audits such as; LOT control, KESS, Visual Inspection, Dock Process, Line Placements, Layered Process, and Firewall Inspection
- Trained to do Scrap Data Entry
- Trained to make Work Instructions/Job Instruction Breakdown
- Trained to use measuring tools (calipers (all types), torque wrenches, scales, and gauges(attribute/variable))
- Capability Study/Gauge R&R
Education
High School Diploma -
West Blocton High School
West Blocton, AL05-2013
Skills
- Advanced problem-solving techniques
- Proficient in ISO/TS16949 standards
- TWI instructional expertise
- Excel Training Class 1, 2, 3, & 4 (Pivot Tables)
- GD&T Training
- VDA 53 Training
- D/TLD Audit Certified
- Core Tools Training
- Minitab
- SPC – data entry & maintaining
- Microsoft Office – Word, PPT, Excel
- Strong use/understanding of measurement devices
- Strong work ethic
- Great communication skills
- Collaborative
- Great time management
- Dedicated
- Adaptable to new working environments
- Welcomes new and challenging tasks
- Training and mentoring
- Quality management systems
- Six sigma methodologies
- Attention to detail
- Complex Problem-solving
- Continuous improvement
- PPAP submissions
- Control Plan creation & managing
- FMEA training
Accomplishments
- Brose Local Talent Program Inductee (January 2018- December 2018)
- F.I.R.S.T ; Respect Award winner (Employee of the Quarter)
Timeline
Customer Quality Engineer
Antolin Alabama
03.2025 - Current
Parts Quality Engineer
Mercedes Benz USA
02.2021 - 03.2021
Quality Engineer Ford F150 Program
Brose Tuscaloosa
09.2020 - Current
Quality Systems/Support
Brose Tuscaloosa
10.2019 - 08.2020
Supplier Quality Engineer
Brose Tuscaloosa
10.2018 - 10.2019
Quality Engineer in training for MBUSI/Brose Doors
Brose Tuscaloosa
05.2018 - 07.2018
Quality Technician for IBK (MBUSI/BMW)
Brose Tuscaloosa
01.2017 - 03.2018
Quality Assurance
Brose Tuscaloosa
04.2016 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
West Blocton High School
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