Kelsey Hale
Pearisburg
Summary
An experienced, proven and accomplished manufacturing professional who is friendly and enthusiastic with 12 years of specialization in manufacturing and quality operations. Capable of learning new tasks quickly and proficiently in key areas of the manufacturing arena. Knowledgeable in ISO standards, Good manufacturing Practices (GMP), OSHA compliance and Inventory Management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
TechLab
Radford
05.2015 - Current
- Set up and operate the production equipment in accordance with GMP’s.
- Calibrated and made the necessary adjustments to ensure the equipment functioned properly to ensure quality operations.
- Frequently used calipers, micrometers, height gauges, protractors and ring gauges during daily operations.
- Measured and recorded critical equipment data parameters to measure quality standards.
- Prepared production documents such as standard operating procedures, master Batch Records (MBRs), Inventory Reports and Productivity Output reports.
- Review and inspect all parts and paperwork before being submitted to data entry.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials and products being produced to accept or reject finished goods.
- Discussed inspection results with those responsible for the products.
- Accepted or rejected finished items.
- Set up and managed paper and electronic filing systems.
- Performed first article inspection on incoming raw materials.
- Developed corrective action plans based on findings from investigations and audits.
- Reviewed customer complaints and identified potential sources of quality issues.
- Evaluated suppliers' performance against established criteria for quality assurance purposes.
- Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding progress toward meeting quality objectives.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining performance, quality and defect rates.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
Quality Assurance Inspector/ Machine Operator
MOOG Aspen Technologies
02.2013 - 04.2015
- Calibrated hand gauges against known operating standards.
- Inspected parts and materials to verify they met OEM specifications.
- Prepared Non-Conformance Reports.
- Coordinated timely inspection activities to interact with manufacturing schedule.
- Monitored operations to ensure production standards were met.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials and products being produced to accept or reject finished goods.
- Discussed inspection results with those responsible for the products.
- Accepted or rejected finished items.
- Set up and managed paper and electronic filing systems.
- Maintained accurate records of test results, inspection data, and corrective actions taken when necessary.
- Assisted with developing policies and procedures related to quality assurance standards.
- Investigated customer complaints related to product quality or performance issues.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Tractor Supply
Christiansburg
04.2012 - 03.2014
- Conducted daily quality audits on shipment contents, manifests, and invoices, verifying accuracy and dispositioning discrepancies and damages.
- Developed inventory programs to improve lead times, reduce inventory.
- Prepared company work orders, bill of ladings and shipping orders to facilitate smooth transactions within the department.
- Contacted carrier representatives to make arrangements or issue instructions for the shipping of or delivery of various products within the facility.
- Resolved billing and shipping problems and delegated work instructions to peer group to establish permanent solutions to problem areas.
- Managed inventory levels through accurate record keeping.
- Researched discrepancies between physical count of items versus inventory system reports.
- Maintained accurate records of all goods received and distributed in the warehouse.
- Reviewed customer orders for accuracy prior to shipping goods out of the facility.
- Prepared invoices for customers, ensuring accuracy prior to shipment.
- Processed outbound shipments, including packing and labeling products for delivery.
Education
Graduate -
Christiansburg High School
ChristiansburgSkills
- Computer Software Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
- ADP Portal
- Inventory control
- Quality Standards
- Strong Leadership Characteristics
- Quality assurance
- Equipment calibration
- Document control
- Data analysis
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Customer feedback analysis
- Inspection documentation
- Recordkeeping
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
TechLab
05.2015 - Current
Quality Assurance Inspector/ Machine Operator
MOOG Aspen Technologies
02.2013 - 04.2015
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Tractor Supply
04.2012 - 03.2014
Graduate -
Christiansburg High School