Samantha Inscore
Hillsville
Summary
Certified welder with strong skills in hand-held measuring devices, quality control, and troubleshooting. Experienced in conducting audits, interpreting technical drawings, and implementing corrective actions to ensure product excellence. Adept at working with quality systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Recognized for strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Quality Technician
Volvo Group North America
04.2024 - Current
- Ensure quality compliance for products shipped to the production facility
- Perform quality audits and escalate issues to achieve effective solutions
- Read and interpret technical drawings to identify and resolve issues
- Utilize root cause analysis to troubleshoot, investigate, and implement corrective actions
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and quality control systems
Welder
Volvo Group North America
10.2023 - 04.2024
Quality Control Inspector
Smyth County Machine
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Conducted weld quality audits and ensured adherence to specifications
- Interpreted technical drawings and troubleshooting quality issues
- Assisted in developing and implementing corrective actions
- General knowledge of welding processes and quality control standards
Job Leader/Welder
Inscore Masonry
11.2018 - 04.2023
- Performed structural steel welding and scaffold setup
- Maintained and cleaned equipment to ensure workplace safety
- Adhered to construction safety standards and procedures
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Highlands Animal Hospital
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Prepared surgical suites and assisted with surgical procedures
- Administered medication, filled prescriptions, and performed laboratory diagnostics
- Provided compassionate care for boarded and hospitalized pets
Fabrication & Repair Technician
General Dynamics Mission Systems
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Performed assembly operations, including drilling, countersinking, and fastening
- Installed hinges, bushings, and other hardware in manufacturing processes
- Read and interpreted blueprints and technical drawings
Welder/Assembler
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
11.2018 - 02.2019
Office Assistant
Exit 19 Auto Sales
02.2018 - 11.2018
Customer Service Associate/Office Assistant
AJI Tires New & Used
06.2016 - 02.2018
Inventory Specialist/Asset Protection
Best Buy
10.2016 - 07.2017
Greenhouse Worker/Sales Associate
Bonnie Plants
04.2014 - 06.2016
Education
Associate's Degree - Technical Studies
Virginia Highlands Community College
Abingdon, VA03.2025
Career Certification - Welding
Highland Community College
Abingdon, VA05.2019
Skills
- Welding (SMAW, GMAW, Plasma Cutting)
- Blueprint Reading & Interpretation
- Quality Control & Auditing
- Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite & Quality Systems
- Manufacturing & Assembly
- Structural Steel Welding & Fabrication
- Masonry & Construction Safety
- General Knowledge of Polyworks and Leica Measurement Systems
- NDI trained with Tessonics Ultrasonic Non-Destructive Inspection Device
Certification
- Welding Certification (SMAW, GMAW, Plasma Cutting), Present
- OSHA 10 Certification, 12/01/18 to Present
- CPR Certified, 11/01/22 to 11/01/24
Timeline
Lead Quality Technician
Volvo Group North America
04.2024 - Current
Welder
Volvo Group North America
10.2023 - 04.2024
Quality Control Inspector
Smyth County Machine
04.2023 - 10.2023
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Highlands Animal Hospital
07.2020 - 08.2021
Fabrication & Repair Technician
General Dynamics Mission Systems
08.2019 - 08.2020
Job Leader/Welder
Inscore Masonry
11.2018 - 04.2023
Welder/Assembler
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
11.2018 - 02.2019
Office Assistant
Exit 19 Auto Sales
02.2018 - 11.2018
Inventory Specialist/Asset Protection
Best Buy
10.2016 - 07.2017
Customer Service Associate/Office Assistant
AJI Tires New & Used
06.2016 - 02.2018
Greenhouse Worker/Sales Associate
Bonnie Plants
04.2014 - 06.2016
Career Certification - Welding
Highland Community College
Associate's Degree - Technical Studies
Virginia Highlands Community College
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