Quality Assurance Control
Resume:
Joseph E. Thorn
*************@*****.***
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
*************@*****.***
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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