Thomas Cushing
Keyport,NJ
Summary
QC Manager with extensive experience in quality assurance and process improvement at Central Garden & Pet Company. Achieved $100,000 in annual savings through the implementation of innovative quality control protocols. Skilled in data analysis and team leadership, driving product integrity and promoting cross-functional collaboration.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
QC Manager
Central Garden & Pet Company
Neptune City, NJ
12.2014 - Current
- Oversaw quality control processes for diverse pet products and garden supplies across three locations.
- Developed and implemented quality control protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Conducted inspections to identify defects, maintaining product integrity and reliability.
- Analyzed quality data for trend detection and recommended process enhancements.
- Trained team members on quality assurance practices to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Collaborated with production teams to address real-time quality issues efficiently.
- Digitalized quality control testing data using web-based technology, transitioning from Excel format.
- Standardized piece count tracking by implementing counting scales for improved accuracy.
Lead QC Inspector
Broadridge
Secaucus, NJ
01.2012 - 10.2014
- Conducted detailed inspections of finished products to ensure quality compliance.
- Collaborated with production teams to swiftly resolve quality issues.
- Trained new inspectors on established quality control procedures and standards.
- Documented inspection findings and maintained accurate records systematically.
- Communicated quality concerns and solutions effectively with management.
- Ensured consistent adherence to industry regulations and internal quality protocols.
- Performed thorough assessments of materials, parts, and products for conformance with specifications.
- Analyzed test results and prepared comprehensive reports for management review.
QC Manager
United States Gypsum, USG
Port Reading, NJ
12.1985 - 05.2010
- Developed and implemented QC protocols to ensure product compliance with standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on quality assurance practices.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify defects and maintain product integrity.
- Collaborated with production teams to resolve real-time quality issues.
- Analyzed quality data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
- Managed documentation related to quality control activities and compliance.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication to enhance product quality initiatives.
- Achieved annual savings of 100,000 dollars through formula updates for main products.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJSkills
- Quality assurance and control
- Process improvement strategies
- Data analysis and reporting
- Compliance management
- Inspection techniques and methodologies
- Quality management systems (QMS)
- Team leadership and development
- Regulatory knowledge and adherence
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem solving and resolution
- Attention to detail
- Project coordination and management
- Effective communication skills
- Training and mentoring programs
- Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Documentation review processes
- Six Sigma methodologies
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Sample product evaluation
- Teamwork and collaboration efforts
- Multitasking abilities
- Defect identification techniques
- Performance monitoring and assessment
- Report writing skills
- Strong work ethic in teams
- Employee supervision and guidance
Affiliations
- Bike riding
- Music lover
- Beach lover
Accomplishments
- Green belt Six sigma
- Lean Manufacting
- 5S
- Kaizen skills
Volunteer work
- Visit children with cancer in hospitals to give hope since I am a cancer survivor.
- Help support my local food bank.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
QC Manager
Central Garden & Pet Company
12.2014 - Current
Lead QC Inspector
Broadridge
01.2012 - 10.2014
QC Manager
United States Gypsum, USG
12.1985 - 05.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Brookdale Community College
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