Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Community Service
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References
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Tyler Gregory

Tyler Gregory

Clinton

Summary

Dynamic quality leader with extensive experience at Rivian, adept at cross-functional collaboration and performance monitoring. Proven track record in quality assurance, implementing effective audit systems, and training teams. Skilled in root cause analysis and data reporting, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Group Leader

Rivian
Normal
03.2023 - 06.2025
  • Led and managed a team of 25-30 team members, team leaders, and technicians, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and operations teams to uphold stringent quality standards and resolve complex issues across multiple production lines.
  • Managed and audited validation assets and results, ensuring accuracy and compliance with quality protocols.
  • Cross-trained across operations and quality teams for multiple lines to provide comprehensive support and flexibility.
  • Developed and implemented an additional quality audit system with management to support process changes and enhance oversight.
  • Set clear performance expectations, conducted regular performance reviews, provided constructive feedback, and identified areas for improvement for team members.
  • Reviewed Non-Conforming Material (NCM) and made disposition decisions in collaboration with the engineering team.
  • Ensured proper calibration, maintenance, and utilization of inspection and testing equipment.
  • Prepared and presented regular quality reports, metrics, and (KPIs) to management.
  • Departments: Drive Unit, Battery Pack, Battery Module

Quality Team Leader

Rivian
Normal
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Oversaw a team of 15 quality team members across multiple production lines, ensuring strict adherence to quality procedures.
  • Provided critical line coverage as needed to maintain operational flow and quality control.
  • Identified and escalated quality issues promptly, facilitating rapid resolution and minimizing production impact.
  • Performed validation of all repaired parts before returning them to the production line.
  • Responsible for quality audits of multiple systems across various production lines.
  • Trained team members to ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Ensured the team consistently followed proper safety protocols.
  • Department: Battery Module

Quality Team Member

Rivian
Normal
02.2021 - 03.2022
  • Executed in-line quality inspections and maintained quality stations, contributing to overall product integrity.
  • Collected all necessary data as determined by the control plan at each quality gate.
  • Worked cross-functionally with operations and engineering teams to promptly address quality issues when identified.
  • Utilized various measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, viscometer) accurately and consistently.
  • Departments: Battery Module, Battery Pack, Drive Unit, DC-Fast Charging

Laboratory Technician One

Archer Daniels Midland Company
Decatur
03.2020 - 02.2021
  • Performed in-process and finished product testing with limited supervision, ensuring adherence to established quality and purity specifications.
  • Conducted routine machine maintenance based on predetermined intervals, optimizing equipment performance.
  • Verified sample quality and meticulously followed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Assisted in training new team members on laboratory procedures and safety protocols.

Laboratory Technician

Aerotek Scientific
Decatur
02.2019 - 03.2020
  • Executed a variety of scientific tests as required, maintaining high levels of accuracy and efficiency.
  • Adhered strictly to safety protocols and SOPs, contributing to a secure laboratory environment.
  • Performed routine machine maintenance as specified by maintenance intervals.

Machine Operator

GDS Retail and Display Graphics
Normal
05.2015 - 02.2019
  • Operated a variety of machinery to produce project components as part of a production and finishing team.
  • Performed consistent quality checks in accordance with established guidelines, ensuring product excellence.
  • Ensured timely delivery of finished products, contributing to production schedule adherence.

General Laborer

Advanced Services Inc.
Wapella
06.2013 - 11.2013
  • Worked effectively in a team environment across several agricultural fields.
  • Executed job duties including hand harvesting, stand counts, and staking fields.
  • Completed operations following established safety and accuracy standards.

Warehouse Worker

Innovative Staff Solutions
Clinton
12.2012 - 05.2013
  • Responsible for efficient loading and unloading of products.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily quotas in a fast-paced factory environment, emphasizing safety.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Management and Applied Engineering

Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
05-2027

Associate in Science -

Heartland Community College
Normal, IL
08.2019

Diploma - CNC Machining and Manufacturing Technology

Lincoln College of Technology
Indianapolis, IN
04.2015

Skills

  • Leadership and team management
  • Performance monitoring
  • Training and development
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cross-functional leadership
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Root cause analysis
  • Statistical process control
  • CNC machining
  • Blueprint reading
  • Computer networking
  • Java programming
  • Workflow optimization
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Critical thinking

Community Service

  • Play 4 Peace, Clinton, IL, 2008-08, 2011-05, Volunteered in local schools, entertaining children and promoting positive atmospheres., Participated in local area clean-up initiatives and supported Relay for Life.
  • Excel Club/Rotary Club, Clinton, IL, Contributed to community improvement by painting crosswalks in the local city square., Participated in fundraising efforts to support the local homeless population., Assisted in building playground equipment and cleaning Rotary Park.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Group Leader

Rivian
03.2023 - 06.2025

Quality Team Leader

Rivian
03.2022 - 03.2023

Quality Team Member

Rivian
02.2021 - 03.2022

Laboratory Technician One

Archer Daniels Midland Company
03.2020 - 02.2021

Laboratory Technician

Aerotek Scientific
02.2019 - 03.2020

Machine Operator

GDS Retail and Display Graphics
05.2015 - 02.2019

General Laborer

Advanced Services Inc.
06.2013 - 11.2013

Warehouse Worker

Innovative Staff Solutions
12.2012 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Management and Applied Engineering

Southern Illinois University - Carbondale

Associate in Science -

Heartland Community College

Diploma - CNC Machining and Manufacturing Technology

Lincoln College of Technology

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