Joseph E. Thorn

acdk3a@r.postjobfree.com

626-***-****

Objective Seeking a position where experience and analytical skills would be an asset to a company

by participating in continuous improvement efforts.

Profile Very Organized, Team Player, Dependable, Professional, Meticulous, Attention to Detail

Professional Experience

Maury Microwave Corp, Ontario, CA 04/13 – Present

CMM Technician & Mechanical Inspector

Lead inspector responsible for operation and programming of the VMM/CMM/OGP equipment and

subsequent training of designated staff. Work closely with engineering on special projects, which require the

use of the CMM/VMM/OGP to obtain the best results with the most accuracy. Mechanical calibration of

customer test equipment is done to verify conformance and certify calibration. Inspect (as needed) machined

parts or assemblies to drawing or specification using visual and/or precision mechanical techniques and

tools, including indicators, micrometers, microscope, performs advanced surface plate set-ups, records and

reports inspection findings. Complete first article inspections and receiving inspections on critical close

tolerance parts in a timely manner to maximize through put and minimize defective parts.

OK International, Garden Grove, CA 08/11 – 04/13

Quality Technician

As an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector responsibilities included compiling a hot list daily of critical items to be

inspected first by the inspection team, processing receiving inspections in a timely manner, performing first

article inspections on new parts and new revisions of parts as they are received, write DMR’s on parts that

do not meet specifications, log various types of data into excel, access databases as well as performing

transactions within the company ERP software. Extensive knowledge and experience has been gained using

a Starrett AV300+ vision CMM machine with the accompanying QC5000 software. Lead inspector of

programming and routine calibration and maintenance of the AV300+ system. Accountable to the quality

department to ensure that all standards and practices are upheld as well as a continuous goal of being best

in class is pursued.

Tivoli, LLC, Tustin, CA 06/11 – 07/11

Production Engineer

Responsible for the listing process of all lighting products in an extremely fast paced architectural lighting

manufacturing environment. This included gathering information on all sub-component parts or products into

various information databases for future use. Submitting required documentation to test facilities,

corresponding with internal and external contacts to receive needed documentation on products or practices

as well as analyzing and drawing conclusions on information gathered. Acted as the primary contact on all

levels of interaction with the test facilities, follow-up service administrators and vendor engineering

departments. In charge for the ongoing quality control aspects of the manufacturing of products which

included overseeing receiving inspection, in process inspection and final inspection. Played a role in the

verification of accurate information on Bill of Materials prior to reaching the shop floor as well as being

available to the production staff for any production related questions they may have.

PDS Tech, Costa Mesa, CA 04/11 – 05/11

Machine Shop Inspector (Vacco Industries, South El Monte, CA)

Perform a wide variety of inspection and quality control operations of visual, dimensional, and functional

nature in a fast paced machine shop. Made critical observations, performed tests, or completed appropriate

documentation as required. Audit manufactured product / parts for compliance with specified requirements

and adequacy of process controls, using calibrated equipment as reference. Monitored process control

results for continued compliance of outside processing operations as related to methods, machines,

materials, operators and environment. Inspected supplier provided parts and products for compliance with

specified requirements using calibrated equipment as reference. Maintain fabrication records in Microsoft

Access database including traceability, process control, functional tests, and demonstrations.

American Metal Bearing Company, Garden Grove, CA 10/08 – 04/11

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Joseph E. Thorn

acdk3a@r.postjobfree.com

626-***-****

Quality Assurance Inspector

Responsible for the receiving, in-process, final inspection and documentation of sub-assemblies,

components and fully assembled bearings to certify compliance to contractual requirements of the customer.

Inspect the babbitted bond of various bearings produced, or refurbished, utilizing ultrasonic, penetrant and

visual testing methods. Perform inspections by interpreting, analyzing and researching complex data such as

blueprints, customer supplied sketches, or federal guidelines to create an inspection procedure utilizing an

ANSI/ASQC 4.0 sample plan or better and documenting all discrepancies with digital photographs. Generate

fully detailed nonconformance reports and distribute through the proprietary database software system.

Attend material review board meetings as required for analysis of nonconforming parts or to present findings

and recommendations for discrepant material. Prepare all documents, products, and packaging of bearings

ensuring that all information is correct for final approval by Government Source Inspection, or other third

party surveyors, who accept the final deliverable product for the customer. Responsible for the digital file

management activities of the quality department utilizing Excel, Word, and Adobe. In charge of the

development of new procedures, processes and guidelines in the quality department that were implemented

company wide. Accountable for the effective use of resources and project planning using decision-making

skills to generate results that provide exceptional service both to internal and external customers.

Encouraged to work together in a team-building atmosphere utilizing communication, leadership, influence

and interpersonal skills with minimum supervision to manage information and get needed results.

AMP Research, Irvine, CA 05/05 – 08/08

Quality Assurance Inspector

Retail Repair, San Dimas, CA 08/03 – 05/05

Lighting Maintenance Technician

Conam Inspection, Inc., Signal Hill, CA & 04/01 – 06/03

Pacific Technical Services, Inc., Torrance, CA

MT, PT, UT, VT Technician / RT Assistant

Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., Brea, CA 05/00 – 03/01

Associate Field Representative

Education Spartan College of Aeronautics, Tulsa, OK

Associate of Applied Science: Quality Control Technician, Minor: Nondestructive Testing

Skills/Knowledge

ASQ CQI Traceability Issues

QC4000 & QC5000 Software Codes and Standards

CMM/VMM/OGP Machine Blue Prints/Metrology

AV300+ Vision System Nondestructive Testing

ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14000 - 14001 Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access

Total Quality Management Advanced Internet Search Capability

Manufacturing Processes Lotus Notes and Outlook

Statistics (SPC) Good Oral and Written Communication Skills

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