Trisha Pottsmith
Summary
Skilled in quality management with background as Supplier Quality Technician. Experience in monitoring supplier performance, identifying non-compliance issues, and implementing corrective actions to ensure consistent product quality. Strengths include strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Significant contribution made in improving supplier relationships and streamlining processes for better efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supplier Quality Technician
Sportech, Inc
Elk River, MN
01.2020 - 11.2024
- Reviewed and verified supplier quality records, such as inspection results and certificates of conformance.
- Collaborated with suppliers to resolve quality issues in a timely manner.
- Received and inspected raw materials.
- Developed plans for process improvement initiatives with suppliers.
- Participated in technical trainings and workshops to improve skills set and boost overall knowledge.
- Identified quality problems and recommended solutions.
- Interfaced with cross-functional teams, including Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality Control, to ensure effective communication and collaboration between departments.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Quality Receiving Inspector 2
Sportech, Inc
Elk River , MN
10.2013 - 01.2020
- Assisted in resolving receiving issues with vendors or suppliers as needed.
- Documented all inspections performed according to company guidelines.
- Developed processes to improve efficiency in quality-receiving operations.
- Inspected incoming goods to ensure conformity with purchase orders and quality standards.
- Identified discrepancies between actual items received and those specified on the purchase order or packing list.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, MNSkills
- Supplier quality assurance
- Process improvement
- Attention to detail
- Quality inspection techniques
- Product inspection
- ISO 9001 standards
- Record keeping
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Monitor quality control
- Data collection
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Internal audits
- Documentation review
Certification
- ISO9001:2015 Internal Auditor Certified
- Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Production Part Approval Process
- GD&T - Intermediate Principles
- Introduction to Mechanical Drawings & GD&T
Timeline
Supplier Quality Technician
Sportech, Inc
01.2020 - 11.2024
Quality Receiving Inspector 2
Sportech, Inc
10.2013 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - History
Southwest Minnesota State University
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