Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Virginia Smith

Canandaigua,NY

Summary

Accomplished Quality Line Lead/Inspector with a proven track record at Creation Technology, enhancing productivity and quality through expert training and process improvements. Skilled in safety procedures and team training, I led initiatives that significantly increased efficiency and fostered a collaborative environment. My hands-on approach and dedication to continuous improvement have consistently elevated standards and team morale.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Line Lead/Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Creation Technology
04.2016 - Current
  • Trained new employees on production line processes, ensuring a smooth transition into their roles and maintaining high performance standards.
  • Monitored product quality to achieve superior quality reputation.
  • Coordinated staff, parts and process flow to minimize work in progress, eliminate shortages, and maximize productivity.
  • Assisted in training new employees and implementing procedural changes.
  • Provided and promoted solutions to eliminate reoccurring problems.
  • Followed daily production schedules for organized and on-time deliveries.
  • Increased employee morale by fostering a positive work environment through effective communication and constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated with team members to establish clear goals and objectives, resulting in increased productivity levels.
  • Collaborated with other departments to establish smooth operations and encourage teamwork.
  • Communicated shift handover information to keep personnel aware of incomplete tasks.

Lead Quality Inspector

Z-Axis
05.1993 - 11.2015
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all inspections, ensuring traceability and accountability throughout the organization.
  • Oversaw incoming material inspections, verifying supplier adherence to established specifications and requirements.
  • Implemented corrective actions to address identified issues, preventing future non-conformances and improving product performance.
  • Enhanced overall efficiency with regular process audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Led a team of inspectors to ensure consistent implementation of quality standards across production lines.
  • Mentored junior inspectors, providing guidance on best practices and proper inspection techniques.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.

Education

High School Diploma -

Clyde Savannah Central
Clyde, NY
06-1976

Skills

  • Safety Procedures
  • Team Training
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Assignment Delegation

Certification

IPC 610 & 620


ISO Certified



Interests

  • Community Cleanup
  • Avid Reader
  • Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Hiking

Timeline

Quality Line Lead/Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Creation Technology
04.2016 - Current

Lead Quality Inspector

Z-Axis
05.1993 - 11.2015

IPC 610 & 620


ISO Certified



High School Diploma -

Clyde Savannah Central
Virginia Smith