Zimri Williams
Richmond Hill,GA
Summary
Dynamic Lead Quality Control Inspector with the Army, skilled in quality management and defect identification. Proven track record in enhancing team productivity and safety compliance. Adept at training and mentoring personnel, ensuring high standards of workmanship and operational efficiency. Committed to continuous improvement and effective communication in fast-paced environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Quality Control Inspector
Army
03.2022 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
Company Platoon Sergeant
Army
03.2022 - Current
- Trained, supervised and organized over 300 soldiers and personnel.
- Collaborated with fellow NCOs to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Promoted safety awareness within the platoon, significantly reducing accidents during training exercises and deployments.
- Established a strong team dynamic within the platoon through effective communication and leadership strategies.
- Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Evaluated soldier performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that led to overall improvement in individual skills and abilities.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Instilled discipline within the unit by consistently enforcing military customs and courtesies.
- Contributed valuable input during key decision-making processes as an integral member of the command team.
BLACK HAWK CREWCHIEF
Army
08.2006 - 07.2025
- Managed team according to company standards and compliance requirements.
- Organized daily assignments for crew members, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
- Trained all team members on key roles to maintain flexibility.
- Mentored junior crew members, fostering a supportive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through diligent recordkeeping and adherence to established protocols.
- Supervised crew in daily inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on [Type] aircraft.
- Maintained excellent attendance records, demonstrating dedication to punctuality and reliability as a key member of the team.
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Coordinated complex multi-million-dollar aircraft repairs.
- Optimized resource allocation by accurately forecasting labor needs based on project timelines and client requirements.
- Directed aircraft fueling, loading and unloading operations.
- Updated flight and maintenance logs with current, accurate information.
- Coordinated aircraft inspections and repairs to maintain applicable standards.
- Communicated effectively with clients, addressing concerns promptly to maintain strong working relationships.
- Supervised daily operations, leading to smoother project execution and timely completions.
- Facilitated training workshops, upgrading team's skill set and efficiency.
- Streamlined task delegation, matching skills to tasks for optimized productivity.
Blackhawk Maintenance Instructor
Army
01.2017 - 06.2020
- Reduced machinery downtime by effectively teaching troubleshooting techniques to maintenance staff.
- Adapted quickly to changes in technology or equipment updates by staying current with industry developments and incorporating them into existing training materials.
- Developed customized training materials tailored to specific facility needs, optimizing learning outcomes for maintenance staff.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by conducting regular preventive and corrective maintenance training sessions.
- Evaluated employee performance through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement within the maintenance team.
- Assisted in the development of maintenance policies and procedures, ensuring consistent standards of workmanship across all aspects of plant operations.
- Provided expert guidance during critical equipment breakdowns, leading hands-on repair efforts alongside trained technicians for timely resolution and minimal impact on production schedules.
- Increased team productivity, leading workshops on time management and efficient work processes for maintenance tasks.
- Contributed towards lean manufacturing initiatives by incorporating continuous improvement strategies into training programs for increased operational efficiency.
- Optimized resource allocation by tracking inventory levels of spare parts and tools used during hands-on training sessions.
Education
Associate of Science - Business
Lincoln Technical Institute
Philadelphia, PA06-1996
No Degree - AIRFRAME & POWERPLANT LICENSE
FORT EUSTIS
Newport News, VA 06.2018 - 08.2018
Skills
- Quality control
- Visual inspection
- Product inspection
- Visual inspections
- Defect identification
- Inspection documentation
- Inspections and reviews
- Quality processes
- Inspection procedures
- Quality control planning
- Materials testing
- Packaging inspection
- Quality management
- Safety procedures
- Training and mentorship
- Dimensional inspection
- Surface inspection
- Recordkeeping
- Equipment calibration
- Test equipment operation
- Employee supervision
- Process evaluation
- OSHA compliance
- Specifications reading
- QC planning
- Calibration techniques
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Documentation and recordkeeping
Timeline
Lead Quality Control Inspector
Army
03.2022 - Current
Company Platoon Sergeant
Army
03.2022 - Current
No Degree - AIRFRAME & POWERPLANT LICENSE
FORT EUSTIS
06.2018 - 08.2018
Blackhawk Maintenance Instructor
Army
01.2017 - 06.2020
BLACK HAWK CREWCHIEF
Army
08.2006 - 07.2025
Associate of Science - Business
Lincoln Technical Institute