Tammy Jones
Bellevue,NE
Summary
To obtain a Position that allows me to utilize my skills and experiences.
Hardworking buyer versed in recordkeeping and production requirements. Bringing several-year track record of success in industry. Adept at keeping costs under control while optimizing inventory for usage needs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Management/ Buyer
FISV - Fiserv
01.2022 - Current
- Supported the procurement process for all raw materials, equipment, and supplies needed for production
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and resolve any issues that arise
- Created purchase orders based on inventory needs while considering lead times, order quantities, and budget constraints
- Monitored inventory levels regularly to prevent stockouts or excess inventory situations
- Managed the return process for defective or non-compliant products by coordinating with suppliers for replacements or refunds as necessary
- Developed and maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing agreements, and contracts for auditing purposes
- Coordinated with accounts payable to resolve any invoicing discrepancies or payment issues in a timely manner
Department Manager
Pella Corporation
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Support and assist with corrective actions
- Support production issues
- Support all Quality issues
- Provide Management reports
- Support and continuous improvement
- Update employee attendance
- Managed a team of22 associates, providing guidance and support to ensure excellent customer service
- Conducted performance evaluations for team members, providing constructive feedback for growth and development
Quality Coordinator/ Production Control
REI
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Support and assist with corrective actions
- Support production issues
- Support all Quality issues
- Provide Management reports
- Create and fix standards
- Update M2M for employee attendance
- Update M2M with DA's, BOM's and Red lines
Quality Programmer
Eaton Corporation
Shenandoah, IA
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Participate in cross-functional activities to accomplish the objectives of safety, quality, productivity, on time delivery, and continuous improvement
- Utilize various Gear checking equipment in conducting information to production
- Communicate information and other complex data to BP's, including gear lab charts and corrections
- Evaluate data and other systems to ensure adherence to business operations
- Assist in diagnosing the root cause of problems before submitting final reports
- Coordinate tests and inspection results with engineers and quality team
- Communicate and escalate to shift Supervisor and Lead Operator of quality issues related to production
- Implemented a user-friendly program on Tally Surf which made checking parts easier
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Implemented statistical process control (SPC) methods to monitor production processes and ensure consistent product quality
- Performed root cause analysis on non-conforming products or processes, identifying underlying causes and implementing preventive measures
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions
- Conducted thorough inspections of products, materials, and processes to identify defects or areas for improvement
Steel Operator
Eaton Corporation
01.1998 - 12.2011
- Operated CNC machines in accordance with standard work and control plans
- Cross trained in on KAPP VAG, KAPP KX-1, KAPP KX Auto Loader, Fassler Hones, Hurth Hones, I.D
- Grind, Red
- Ring shavers, and Welders
- Created Work instructions on KX-1 in Hard Finish Operation
- Implemented Cycle Time Reduction program on Wenzel to run reduction gears, without having to indicate the part on an arbor
- Modified B-axis on Hard Finish machine to get better tool life and a quality profile
- Plus, reduced set-up times
- Department Manager
Education
High School Diploma -
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA05-1996
Skills
- Efficient quality technician proficient in monitoring quality requirements to meet company quality assurance standards and customer specifications
- Experienced in quality programming with exceptional attention to detail and strong work ethic
- Skilled in quality testing and measurement devices (20) years
- Excellent communication skills
- Proficient in document control and tracking
- Keen eye for detail
- 20 years CNC experience
- 20 years-experience in quality manufacturing of parts
- Skills and expertise in quality/control assurance
- Excellent team player
- FMEA experience
- Gear Geometry knowledge
- Nital etch certified
- Assisted in maintaining an atmosphere of continuous improvement and team efforts to accomplish plant goals by using our quality systems (TS16949) and Environmental system (ISO14000)
- CMM certified
- PPAP knowledge and documentation experience
- Blue Print knowledge
- Microsoft Excel
- Inventory management
- Calipers
- Root Cause Analysis
- Micrometer
- GD&T
- PC-DMIS Knowledge
- AS4000 Knowledge
- Quality Control
- SAP Knowledge
- Calibration
- Pricing support
- Quality assurance
- Inventory oversight
- Delivery management
- Vendor relations
- Purchase order management
- Inventory monitoring
- Manufacturing support
- Procurement procedures
- Quality control analysis
Timeline
Client Management/ Buyer
FISV - Fiserv
01.2022 - Current
Department Manager
Pella Corporation
01.2021 - 01.2022
Quality Coordinator/ Production Control
REI
01.2018 - 12.2021
Quality Programmer
Eaton Corporation
01.2011 - 01.2018
Steel Operator
Eaton Corporation
01.1998 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
Iowa Western Community College