Tony Potter
Bells,USA
Summary
"Seeking a position where I can leverage my skills and experience to contribute meaningfully to organizational success while continuing to grow both professionally and personally."
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Inspector II
GXO
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Identified defects and documented findings using inspection software tools.
- Collaborated with teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Developed and maintained inspection checklists for consistent evaluation processes.
- Effectively communicated with clients and management to ensure alignment on inspection objectives, requirements, and expectations.
Specialist SR. Machinist
Volt
- 01.2023
- Worked on CNC machines creating parts for top security military contracts. Perform quality inspections and audits on manufactured parts. Read complex drawing to ensure customer specification were met. Experience working with calibrated measuring instruments including digital, dial and vernier calipers, inside and outside micrometers and depth and height gauges. Created detailed notes for the log summary to ensure proper tie-in. Fluent in Prism system is used to track parts. I have experience working with ISO 9001.
Production Specialist SR. Machinist
Raytheon Company
01.1997 - 01.2022
- Responsible for production of custom designed parts using screw machines. Complete complex Set-ups on Cincom F-20, Citizen E-32,SNC Star, CHNC Hardinge, and manual lathes concurrently. Tool proof new jobs for production. Top producer of mass quantity, high quality piece parts. Proficient in programming and editing on Fanuc controller. Responsible for deburring all fabricated parts. Responsible for the Quality of production parts. TQC Certified Consistently meeting Quality standards. Served on the Ergonomics team. Work with minimal supervision.
Production Associate Machine Operator
Texas Instruments
01.1978 - 01.1996
- Machine Operator in High volume fabrication. Operated VMC 75, Warner & Sawsey 2SC, Bosto-matic, Special drill units, and gang drills. Responsible for the Quality of my work. TQC certified. Shop Emergency Medical Technician and Safety coordinator. Fire Brigade Member.
Welder / Painter
Hensley's Ornamental Iron
01.1978 - 01.1978
- Design and build decorative metal. Paint, weld, and install ornamental porch railes.
Education
Industrial Firefighting School
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX01.1986
Emergency Medical Technician Certified
Grayson Co. College
Denison, Texas01.1981
Basic Machine Shop training
Grayson Co. College
Denison, Texas01.1978
Skills
- Blueprint Interpretation: Extensive experience with blueprints, MIL-STDs, technical procedures, specifications, standards and other engineering and manufacturing documents
- Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T): Proficient in applying GD&T principles to ensure precision in manufacturing and inspection
- Engineering Documentation: Skilled in working with MIL-STDs, technical procedures, specifications, and industry standards
- Inspection & Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough incoming and production inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards
- Software Proficiency: Experienced with PRISM and SAP systems for data analysis and process tracking
- Independent Work: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, maintaining high productivity and quality
- Interpersonal Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to collaborate with employees, teammates, and customers across departments
Awards received
Several outstanding achievement awards for Quality parts delivered on time., Perfect attendance award for 18 months., Successfully completed ISO training and audits.
Proven Leader
Completed Ergonomics training and served as the 3rd shift representative.
Timeline
Inspector II
GXO
10.2023 - Current
Production Specialist SR. Machinist
Raytheon Company
01.1997 - 01.2022
Production Associate Machine Operator
Texas Instruments
01.1978 - 01.1996
Welder / Painter
Hensley's Ornamental Iron
01.1978 - 01.1978
Specialist SR. Machinist
Volt
- 01.2023
Emergency Medical Technician Certified
Grayson Co. College
Basic Machine Shop training
Grayson Co. College
Industrial Firefighting School
Texas A&M University