Thomas Fitzwater
Newark,DE
Summary
Logical Manufacturing Technician boasting a 13 year career in Quick Transitioning and Lean manufacturing. Talented at preparing equipment, testing products for functionality and monitoring and adjusting production processes. Direct and analytical with the ability to work with little to no supervision.
Professional with extensive experience in parts inspection. Adept at identifying defects, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and improving inspection processes. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable with keen eye for detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Shapes/Parts Inspector
Dupont Co.
Newark, DE
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections of parts to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Utilized advanced measurement tools to assess dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues effectively.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced inspection efficiency and reduced errors.
Manufacturing Technician
Dupont Co.
Newark, DE
01.2007 - 08.2022
- Prepared and assembled materials and set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
- Reviewed operations and conferred with technical or administrative staff to resolve production and processing problems.
- Troubleshooted problems with equipment, devices or products.
- Adhered to all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
- Maintained updated SOP knowledge through Ilearn and Re-Certifications.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Delaware Technical And Community College
Newark, DEHigh School Diploma -
Glasgow High School
Newark, DE1997
Skills
- Materials knowledge
- Organization
- Ability to work without direction
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Basic Blueprint Reading and Geometric Dimensioning
- SAP
- TPM
- Level 3 PO with working understanding of Level 4
- Dimensional inspection
- Defect identification
- Visual inspection
- First-article inspection
- Non-destructive testing
- Geometric dimensioning
- ISO standards compliance
- Caliper and micrometer use
- Coordinate measuring machine
- Mechanical aptitude
- Precision measurement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Safety standards
- Quality control
Timeline
Shapes/Parts Inspector
Dupont Co.
08.2022 - Current
Manufacturing Technician
Dupont Co.
01.2007 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Glasgow High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Delaware Technical And Community College
Education and Training
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