Quality Assurance Manager

Location:

Marysville, WA

Posted:

December 06, 2012

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Resume:

DAN E. STEAD

**** ******** ***. #* **********, WA 98270

Home Phone: 425-***-**** Email: abpywl@r.postjobfree.com

Dear Sir or Madam,

I’m seeking a position leading to a long-term career with your company. Being aware of its excellent reputation and aggressive commitment to the Industry, I would like to express a sincere interest to be a part of your staff.

With my teamwork and professionalism, along with being enthusiastic and dependable with a strong Quality Assurance and ISO background, I am confident I will make a significant contribution to your staff now, and an increasingly important one in years to come.

Enclosed is my resume, which provides additional information about my experience and knowledge. I may be reached at the address and phone number indicated. I will be glad to make myself available for an interview to discuss how my qualifications would be consistent with your needs.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Dan E. Stead

DAN E. STEAD

1002 Columbia Ave. #4 Marysville, WA 98270

Home Phone: 425-***-**** Email: abpywl@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Obtain a secure position with a growing company, where I can utilize my Quality Assurance, Managerial, and Document Control knowledge to achieve personal and career excellence.

Highlights of Qualifications

Over 18 years experience in Quality Assurance with aerospace background. Including machined and sheet metal parts, receiving, functional, hardness/conductivity testing, final assemblies, in-process audits, first part buy off’s, also AS9102 first article inspection reports, and vendor source qualification’s. Effective communication skills including project facilitation, client relations, conflict resolutions, with strong computer and document control skills. Working knowledge of geometrical tolerances and dimensioning, with aerospace and medical manufacturing/assembly specifications and drawings. Exceptionally organized and resourceful, with the ability to perform effectively and produce quality results. Also, IPC-A-610/solder inspection experience/MIL spec for SMT and PTH PCB’s. I’m forward thinker, ability to anticipate next step in complex situations and ability to work efficiently and effectively in a demanding environment.

Professional Experience

Q.A. Inspector- Universal Aerospace Company Arlington, WA. (2011- 2012)Inspection of precision-machined parts, assemblies, functional testing, and finished goods per DWG’s and customer specifications.Proficient with inspection equipment (such as VMM,CMM, Optical Comparators, Indicators, Height Gauges, Sin Plates, V-Block’s and surface plate set ups, etc.), and Geometrical Dimensioning & Tolerances.Assisting and helping in obtaining ISO certification for company.Technically performed incoming inspection by dimensional, and in metal temper testing in Electrical Conductivity type II and Hardness testing type I.

Inspector-Install and Assy’s – Boeing BCA Everett, WA. (2010 – 2011)Proficiency in reading and interpretation of aircraft engineering documentation.Inspection of BCA 777 of structure, assy’s, wiring, plumbing, interiors, etc. Performed sub assembly/final assembly inspection for workmanship, fit, alignment and conformance with applicable drawings, specifications, quality standards and manufacturing plans. Witnessed processes and performed shakedown inspections of completed sub-assemblies/final assemblies or major components. Performed in-process inspections and audit manufacturing processes (e.g., hole check, torque, seal squeeze out, cold work, electrical bonding and finishes) as required. Reviewed the completed job and inspect workmanship, dimensions and locations (e.g., hole size and fasteners) and ensure all parts/assemblies have been installed per the current drawings, specifications and planning requirements.Inspected electrical assemblies (e.g., installation, crimping, termination and routing), as required. Maintained personal and tool certifications, as required.

Q.A. Inspector- Damar Aerosystems Monroe, WA. (2010-2010)Inspection of precision-machined parts, assemblies, functional testing, and finished goods per DWG’s and customer specifications.Collected SPC data on production runs, verified at machined operation levels per W/O instructions.Proficient with inspection equipment (such as CMM, Optical Comparators, Indicators, Height Gauges, Sin Plates, V-Block’s and surface plate set ups, etc.), and Geometrical Dimensioning & Tolerances.Technically performed incoming inspection by dimensional, and in metal temper testing in Electrical Conductivity type II and Hardness testing type I.Provided consistent conformance to customers and company policies and procedures.Proficiency in reading and interpretation of aircraft engineering documentation.Pulled and downloaded customer drawings and specifications from their web sites (REDARS).

DAN E. STEAD

1002 Columbia Ave. #4 Marysville, WA 98270

Home Phone: 425-***-**** Email: abpywl@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Experience (continued)

Q. A. Inspector/Mgr - Honeycutt Machine Inc. Mukilteo, WA (2008 –2009) Inspection of precision-machined parts, assemblies, functional testing, and finished goods per DWG’s and customer specifications. Maintained / scheduled calibration of company and employee tools.Reviewed work orders prior to release in production to comply with customer purchase orders. Collected SPC data on production runs, verified at machined operation levels per W/O instructions.Proficient with inspection equipment (such as, Optical Comparators, Indicators, Height Gauges, Sin Plates, V-Block’s and surface plate set ups, etc.), and Geometrical Dimensioning & Tolerances.Technically performed incoming inspection by dimensional, and in metal temper testing in Electrical Conductivity type II and Hardness testing type I.Maintained receiving inspection records, first article, and final inspection activities.Revised Q.A. Manual/Procedures for ISO/company standards. Provided consistent conformance to customers and company policies and procedures.Proficiency in reading and interpretation of aircraft engineering documentation.Conducted company meetings relating to ISO and quality standards.Introduced a tracking system that quickly identified internal and external product quality issues.Performed FAI’s per AS9102 and reviewed other inspectors FAI’s for acceptance.

Senior QC Inspector - Giddens Industry, Everett, WA (Contracted) 2006-07Contracted in to help perform FAI’s (AS9102) for new acquired work for their main customer.Inspected machined, sheet metal parts and assemblies for conformity. Designed layouts in Excel for easy access and viewing of QA records. Communicated frequently with customers and employees using Microsoft Outlook. Worked with engineers on Cad programs to resolve drawing issues.Pulled and downloaded customer drawings and specifications from their web sights (REDARS).Involved in MRB meetings to resolve issues of non-conformity of product and issue of corrective/preventive actions.Maintained and recorded customer loaned drawings and tools. Verifying calibration (as needed) and/or accuracy of revision level or changes.

Quality Control Inspector - Z F Mathers, Mukilteo, WA (Contracted) 2004-05Inspected machined, sheet metal, and electronic assemblies per company specifications.Oriented customers by answering questions regarding history control of product. Such as first article reports and certifications of vendor controlled products/services.

QC Inspector - Blue Streak, Everett, WA (Contracted) 2003-03 Helped prepare company for NADCAP certification while performing daily chemical testing of finish tanks (chem film, alidine, anodize, platting, etc)Inspected parts for proper masking prior to finishes being applied.

Journeyman QC Inspector - Giddens Industry, Everett, WA 2001-03Inspected aerospace machined sheet metal, and assemblies per customer specifications.Accurately performed and recorded first article inspection reports as per procedures and processes. (Per AS9102).Reconciled/guided manufacturing in issues regarding quality assurance and company procedures.Collaborated with engineers on drawing issues and interpretations. Collected reports and scheduled with buyers, engineers, managers, and inspectors for Material Review Board meetings. Hosted ISO audits and customer audits to verify compliance of processes and procedures.Oriented customers by answering questions regarding history control of product. Such as first article reports and certifications of vendor controlled products/services.Maintained and recorded customer loaned drawings and tools. Verifying calibration (as needed) and/or accuracy of revision level or changes.Reviewed resumes/applications and conducted interviews for inspection positions. Trained and tested company personnel on company polices and procedures. Organized and kept accurate records of employee training files.

DAN E. STEAD

1002 Columbia Ave. #4 Marysville, WA 98270

Home Phone: 425-***-**** Email: abpywl@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Experience (continued)

Q.C. Inspector - All Fab Aerospace, Everett, WA 1998-99Inspected aerospace machined sheet metal, and assemblies for conformance to customer drawings and specifications. Accurately performed and recorded first article inspection reports as per procedures and processes.Followed up by phone to inform customer product readiness for source inspection.

Quality Control Inspector - Giddens Industry, Everett, WA 1997-98 Inspected aerospace sheet metal, excursions, machined parts per customer drawings and spec’s.

Vendor Service RelationsQualified company vendors per policies and procedures annually. Scheduled/performed vendor source control inspection.Resolved vendor issues regarding drawings, process issues, non-conforming material, and corrective/preventive actions etc.

Personnel Service RelationsReviewed resumes/applications and conducted interviews for inspection positions. Trained and tested company personnel on company policies and procedures.Organized and kept accurate records of employee training files.Controlled/organized and performed calibration of company tools/employee owned. Collaborated with engineers on drawing issues and interpretations. Collected reports and scheduled with buyers, engineers, managers, and inspectors for Material Review Board meetings.Reconciled/guided manufacturing in issues regarding quality assurance and company procedures.

DAN E. STEAD

1002 Columbia Ave. Marysville, WA 98270

Home Phone: 425-***-**** Email: abpywl@r.postjobfree.com

REFERENCE SHEET

Professional References:

Bill Lippert, Q.A. Manager Paul Cito, Q.A. Manager

Universal Aerospace Company Blue Streak Finishers

18640 59th Dr N.E. 1520 80th St SW Bldg A

Arlington, WA. 98223 Everett, WA 98203

425-***-**** 425-***-****

Sam Doughman Jerry Vandyke Q.A. Inspector

Doughman Quality Services Inc. Universal Aerospace Company