Travis Lott
Barnsdall,OK
Summary
Accomplished Quality Assurance Inspector with expertise in non-destructive testing and calibration procedures at PCC Aerostructures. Proven track record in identifying and resolving product discrepancies, enhancing quality standards, and training staff. Adept at utilizing several measurement techniques and fostering a collaborative team environment to drive continuous improvement.
Dependable Quality Assurance Inspector with 10 years of Aircraft inspection experience. Successful at providing comprehensive inspections with high-standards of quality final products. Committed to collaborating with coworkers and maintaining quality review functions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Inspector Level 2
PCC Aerostructures - Walden's Machine
03.2022 - Current
- Tested Air craft parts for function and accuracy and verified final product configuration met engineering specifications.
- Identified where product issues were coming from and rectified issues.
- Oversaw machine operation and assembly personnel for compliance and adequacy.
- Utilized Adobe to assist with inspections, manufacturing and measuring equipment.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Recommended changes to assembly and production lines based on repeat product issues.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Compared colors, shapes, textures and grades of products and materials with color charts, templates, or samples to verify conformance to standards.
- Maintained calibration records and vendor certifications.
- Removed imperfect products from shipment line.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Kept detailed records of quality and imperfect products.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Utilized Catia to assist with inspections, manufacturing and measuring equipment.
- Was the only inspection call back from covid layoffs
Truck Driver
CKJ Transport
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Truck Driver
Knight Transportation Corporate Careers
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
Truck Driver
Tmc Transport Management Consultants
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Quality Assurance Inspector
PCC Aerostructures - Walden's Machine
06.2012 - 02.2020
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Oversaw maintenance, calibration and control of inspection, measuring and all test equipment.
- Recommended changes to assembly and production lines based on repeat product issues.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Compared colors, shapes, textures and grades of products and materials with color charts, templates, or samples to verify conformance to standards.
- Maintained calibration records and vendor certifications.
- Removed imperfect products from shipment line.
- Used calipers and micrometer measuring instruments.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Kept detailed records of quality and imperfect products.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Utilized Catia to assist with inspections, manufacturing and measuring equipment.
- Utilized Adobe to assist with inspections, manufacturing and measuring equipment.
Deburr Lead
PCC Aerostructures - Walden's Machine
03.2011 - 06.2012
- Delegated associates to production stations to cover lines based on need.
- Led incident investigations to identify corrective and preventive actions.
- Read and understood work orders from production management.
- Enforced rules for wearing required personal protective equipment.
- Trained replacement lead personnel and transferred into Quality Department
- Adhered to quality assurance standards through frequent inspections, sampling and deficiency corrections.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Education
Pawhuska High School
Pawhuska, OKNo Degree - Truck Driving
Arbuckle Truck Driving School
Tulsa, OK06.2020
Skills
- Final product buyoff expert
- Non-conformance reporting
- Calibration procedures development
- Safety trained
- Six sigma methodology
- Product inspection
- Staff training
- Visual inspection
- Preventive measures
- Corrective actions
- Engineering documents comprehension
- Measurement techniques
- Quality inspections
- Technical drawing review
- Blueprint reading
- Non-destructive testing
- Test equipment calibration
- File management
Timeline
Quality Assurance Inspector Level 2
PCC Aerostructures - Walden's Machine
03.2022 - Current
Truck Driver
CKJ Transport
03.2021 - 03.2022
Truck Driver
Knight Transportation Corporate Careers
08.2020 - 03.2021
Truck Driver
Tmc Transport Management Consultants
06.2020 - 08.2020
Quality Assurance Inspector
PCC Aerostructures - Walden's Machine
06.2012 - 02.2020
Deburr Lead
PCC Aerostructures - Walden's Machine
03.2011 - 06.2012
Pawhuska High School
No Degree - Truck Driving
Arbuckle Truck Driving School
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