Wendy Cudd
Wellford,SC
Summary
Results-driven Quality Control Lead with expertise in managing quality control processes. Led teams to implement process improvements and ensure compliance with industry standards. Demonstrated ability to reduce defects and enhance operational efficiency, driving customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and data analysis.
Overview
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1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Lead
AFL Global
Duncan, South Carolina
12.2021 - 09.2026
- Led quality control inspections for manufactured products and materials.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for quality assurance processes.
- Trained team members on quality control protocols and best practices.
- Conducted root cause analysis for defects and non-conformities in production.
- Collaborated with production teams to enhance product quality and compliance.
- Utilized inspection tools and equipment to assess product specifications.
- Monitored adherence to safety and quality standards during production operations.
- Prepared detailed reports on inspection findings for management review.
- Conducted regular audits of product quality and safety standards, ensuring compliance with company policies and identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided technical support for manufacturing operations by troubleshooting equipment malfunctions related to product quality issues.
- Performed detailed inspections of incoming materials to verify that they meet the required specifications.
- Identified trends in production data that could be used to anticipate potential issues before they occur.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve any quality-related problems in a timely manner.
- Assisted in developing new methods for improving product reliability and durability.
- Investigated customer complaints related to product quality and implemented corrective actions to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Issued Non-Conformance Reports when appropriate following investigations into defective parts or components.
- Ensured that all products were properly labeled according to applicable laws and regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of all tests performed, results obtained and corrective actions taken.
- Analyzed nonconforming materials to determine root causes and developed corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
- Reviewed engineering drawings, process specifications and material certifications to ensure accuracy prior to production runs.
- Monitored the performance of suppliers to ensure their products meet established requirements.
- Recommended changes in design or processing parameters based on analysis of test results.
- Evaluated existing processes for opportunities to improve efficiency while maintaining high levels of product quality assurance.
- Implemented preventive measures designed to reduce the number of defects found during inspections.
- Trained personnel on proper inspection techniques and procedures for ensuring product quality.
- Developed, implemented and maintained quality control systems and protocols in accordance with industry regulations.
- Created reports summarizing key findings from inspections, analyses, tests for review by management.
- Selected samples for use as test models.
- Made adjustments to equipment or calibrated instruments to required tolerances.
- Oversaw disposal of products, materials and equipment not in compliance with tolerances, safety standards, or quality levels.
- Recommended essential corrective actions based on test results.
- Compared product and materials colors, shapes, textures and grades with predetermined templates.
- Calibrated products to match design and operational specifications.
- Read blueprints and manuals to determine test procedures or adjustment methods.
- Repaired malfunctions, reassembled items, and performed final tests.
- Cleaned and calibrated dial indicators, fixed gauges, or height gauges prior to tests.
- Matched arriving materials with purchase orders, submitted discrepancy forms as necessary.
- Documented changes observed during testing phases in project files for accuracy.
- Provided safety information to contractors, engineers, or test equipment operators.
- Checked software programs for usability, functionality, and design issues.
- Administered competency tests to determine engineers or operators are qualified to use equipment.
Assembly/Quality Control Inspector
Draxlmaier
Duncan, South Carolina
09.2014 - 06.2021
- Conducted thorough inspections of assembled components for quality compliance.
- Identified defects and initiated corrective actions to maintain production standards.
- Collaborated with assembly teams to ensure adherence to quality specifications.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate quality control records.
- Utilized measurement tools to assess product dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Verified dimensions, tolerances, configurations, and clearances of components to ensure accuracy.
- Conducted visual inspections of products to check for defects or deviations from standards.
- Audited finished products before shipment to customers ensuring they meet all quality requirements.
- Monitored assembly processes for quality assurance purposes.
- Investigated root causes of nonconformities and proposed solutions to prevent recurrence.
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inspection procedures.
- Communicated non-conformities effectively to relevant departments for resolution.
- Maintained accurate records of all quality control activities.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors about any issues related to defective parts or assemblies.
- Trained new inspectors on quality control processes and best practices.
- Assisted in the training of new inspectors on proper inspection techniques and procedures.
- Ensured that all equipment used in the inspection process was functioning properly.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while performing inspections.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure that quality standards were met.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining processes for better efficiency.
- Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
- Completed non-destructive tests and conducted continuous inspections.
- Used root cause analysis tools to determine failures and provide appropriate counter-measures to prevent repeat failures.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.
- Selected samples for use as test models.
- Made adjustments to equipment or calibrated instruments to required tolerances.
- Oversaw disposal of products, materials and equipment not in compliance with tolerances, safety standards, or quality levels.
- Positioned components, parts or materials for testing.
- Recommended essential corrective actions based on test results.
- Compared product and materials colors, shapes, textures and grades with predetermined templates.
- Repaired malfunctions, reassembled items, and performed final tests.
- Noted changes during testing in project documentation.
- Provided safety information to contractors, engineers, or test equipment operators.
- Repaired malfunctions, reassembled items, and performed final tests.
- Noted changes during testing in project documentation.
- Provided safety information to contractors, engineers, or test equipment operators.
Education
Byrnes High School
Duncan, SCSkills
- Quality assurance
- Root cause analysis
- Inspection techniques
- Compliance auditing
- Standard operating procedures
- Continuous improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Technical documentation
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Training and development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Quality control tools
- Auditing techniques
- Documentation review
- Corrective action planning
- Customer focus
- Preventive action planning
- Product inspection
- Quality management systems
- Testing data documentation
- Quality control
- Risk assessment
- Written documentation
- Reporting and documentation
- Packaging and shipping support
- Test products
- Detail-oriented
- Effective communication
- Raw materials inspection and testing
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Sample collection
- Dimensional measurement
- Defect removal
- Equipment function testing
- Operations monitoring
- Rejected materials disposal
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Statistical analysis
- Analytical skills
- Inspect raw materials
- Self motivation
- Write reports
- Physical stamina
- Specifications conformance
- Develop recommendations
- Color comparison
- Performance monitoring
- Problem-solving
- Production analysis
- Organizational skills
- Sample testing
- Time management
- Safety standards
- Machine operation
- Good manufacturing practices
Affiliations
I love to fish, building legos,puzzles, cooking and spending time with my family. I am also always ready to explore and problem solve,even if it's just to assemble a fancy LED nightstand for my daughter LOL.
Certification
I have a cosmetology license,that I received in 1996. I did hair for several years when I was young.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Quality Control Lead
AFL Global
12.2021 - 09.2026
Assembly/Quality Control Inspector
Draxlmaier
09.2014 - 06.2021
Byrnes High School