Thomas Skinner
Quality Control Management
Dewey,Az
Summary
Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success and individual growth. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Quality Control Manager
Asphalt Paving & Supply
Prescott Valley , Arizona
11.2023 - Current
- Participated in regular management review meetings, providing updates on quality control performance and suggesting areas for improvement.
- Updated quality control standards, methods, and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
- Reduced production defects by closely monitoring manufacturing processes and providing timely feedback to production teams.
- Spearheaded root cause analysis investigations when needed, determining underlying issues and recommending appropriate fixes.
Lab Manager
MTI
Prescott Valley , Arizona
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted in the preparation of reports summarizing lab operations, research findings, and other data related to testing.
- Developed standard operating procedures for laboratory personnel to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Monitored the storage areas for proper labeling of chemicals and equipment according to safety standards.
- Advised researchers on best practices when using lab instruments or conducting experiments.
- Provided guidance to junior researchers on how to interpret test results correctly.
- Reviewed data from completed experiments for accuracy before submitting them for publication.
Quality Controls Technician
Vulcan Materials
Prescott , Arizona
03.2019 - 05.2023
- Responsible for testing all materials included into asphalt and other products to ensure all specifications were met
- Management of individual projects such as ADOT and city jobs to ensure all materials sold met any and all expectations from clients and municipalities.
- Monitored system performance and corrected any issues in a timely manner.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify trends that could lead to improved operations.
- Identified potential areas of improvement within existing processes and implemented corrective actions.
- Trained personnel on the use of the testing systems and associated components.
- Generated reports
Education
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Behavioral Sciences
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ 08.2024 - Current
Associate of Arts -
Yavapai College
Prescott, AZ 08.2021 - 07.2023
Skills
Operation Monitoring
Performance evaluation
Corrective actions
Quality metrics
Team support and oversight
Teamwork and collaboration
Staff supervision
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Multitasking Abilities
Procedure MonitoringEmployee SupervisionEquipment MaintenanceLab Equipment MaintenanceSample ProcessingData InterpretationBusiness DevelopmentProject PlanningTeam BuildingPolicy AdministrationProcess ImprovementEmployee DevelopmentManaging Operations and EfficiencyPerformance Tracking and EvaluationProblem ResolutionScheduling and CoordinatingProfessional and CourteousIdea Development and BrainstormingDecision-MakingOnboarding and OrientationGood JudgmentTeamwork and CollaborationTask DelegationComplex Problem SolvingStrategic PlanningCertification
Strategic Leadership
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Behavioral Sciences
Northern Arizona University
08.2024 - Current
Strategic Leadership
01-2024
Quality Control Manager
Asphalt Paving & Supply
11.2023 - Current
Arizona General Education Certificate
07-2023
Lab Manager
MTI
02.2023 - 11.2023
Associate of Arts -
Yavapai College
08.2021 - 07.2023
Quality Controls Technician
Vulcan Materials
03.2019 - 05.2023