Les COVINGTON
Fort Payne, AL *****
*********************@***********.***
Detail-oriented Data Quality Analyst adept at performing data analysis and recognizing key problem areas to assist in root cause identification.
Exceptionally talented at auditing data on regular basis to provide data integrity and quality. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Work Experience
Quality Manager/Warehouse Manager
Premier Imaging Medical Systems Inc - Rome, GA
April 2014 to October 2022
• Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
• Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
• Coordinated quality certification programs. Wrote all policies, work instructions, inspection criteria, training modules and procedures.
Trained all staff including executive.
• Oversaw quality initiatives and inventory at over 50 locations totalling in excess of 4,000 pieces of medical equipment. (Bio
Medical and Imaging equip.) Net worth upwards of 30 million dollars
• Was lead quality consultant having clients in 17 states
• Coordinated training seminars in quality systems
• Created the Desktop QMS system compliant with 21 cfr 820, ISO 9000 series of Quality Management systems, 14971 QMS Risk Assessment
TQM
Medical Devices, ISo 5500 inventory and Asset Management, OHSAS 18001 Occ Safety, 45001 Environmental Safety, 27001 Budget - fiscal responsibility stability, 19485 Internal Auditing, and numerous other quality systems like TQM, Lean Principles, 5 and 6 s structure, and Lean Six Sigma programs totaling 250000 $.
• Conducted all internal audits
• Trained surveillance and performance auditors
• Mapped out process flow and capabilities
• Conducted Annual Risk assessment and established Quality objectives
• Was the primary Interface with all certification bodies as the MANAGEMENT REP
• CONDUCTED AND LED ANNUAL ORGANIZATION MANAGEMENT REVIEWS
• INTERFACED WITH RELAVENT ENNTITIES- FDA, CDRH, NEMA, ASQ, AAMI, NIST, HSA, AAA, AAAA, JCHOA, CMS, HMS, ASHE
• providing detailed logistics and findings to client administrators, coordinators and supervisors.
• Promoted brand at industry events and through ongoing networking efforts.
• INTERVIEWED AND HIRED SUPPORT STAFF
• CONDUCYED SUBORDINATED nnual reviews
• Archived, detailed. Corrected and tested all corrective actions overseeing their continued functionality.
• Assisted clients with asset management plans
• Assisted clients with equip procurement
• Assisted org. With ergonomic improvements as well as industriL hygienic improvement.
• Established detailed safety protocols
• Established cyber security processes compliant with industry requirements
• Established 4000 hrs apprentice program Rais code 4816 in the state of SC for quality inspectors
• Conducted over 50 internal audits as lead auditor.
• Interfaced with regulatory and certi fiction bodies
• Was on 401k team for developing new medical devices
• Wrote entire compliant quality management system for medical device quality management system under iso 13485 implanted successfully by both Bio Medical Org. And Medical Imaging org.s
• Assembled Org.s Quakity Manual
Education
Business
Shorter University - Rome, GA, US
Skills
• Supervised teams of numerous staff members.
• Hiring and Training
• Lean Manufacturing Processes
• Operational Efficiency and Safety
• Billing Systems
• Layout Standards
• Reporting
• Complaint Investigation and Resolution
• Supply Chain Solutions
• Environmental Concerns
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Service Provider Communication
• Manage Storage Operations
• Multiple Priorities Management
• Production Waste Control
• Conflict Resolution
• Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
• Safety Standards
• Internal Loss Prevention
• Logistics
• Delegating Work
• Team Coaching
• Database Documentation
• Facility Maintenance
• Shipping and Receiving
• Budget Preparation and Management
• Interdepartmental Collaboration
• Freight Handling
• Operations Management
• Budget Adherence
• Distribution Reporting and Documentation
• Detailed Instruction
• Development Management
• Performance Evaluations
• Client Base Retention
• Policy and Procedure Adherence
• Staff Supervision
• Mentoring
• Operations Planning
• System Updates
• Heavy Lifting
• Distribution and Warehousing
• Incoming Shipments Review
• Logistics Coordination
• Material Shelving
• Profit and Loss Management
• Staff Development
• Resource Management
• Order Picking and Processing
• Utilization Improvements
• Policy Development
• Achieved process flow improvement by introducing task management principles that eliminated silos and improved infrastructure for quality management
• Data Interpretation
• Outgoing Shipments Oversight
• Collaborative Team Work
• Company Inventory Oversight
• Forklift Operation
• Collaborated with teams in the development of process flow charting and interrelation
• Personnel Counseling
• Regulations Compliance
• Client Needs Assessment
• Supply Chain Performance Management
• Employee Safety
• Organizational Requirements Monitoring
• Safety Monitoring
• Daily Operations Management
• Purchasing Management
• Resource Allocation
• Defective Product Removal and Disposal
• Process Monitoring
• Performance Maximization
• Leadership
• Inventory Management Software
• Project Planning and Scheduling
• Calendar and Scheduling Software
• Production Planning
• Hazardous Material Tracking
• Safety Regulations
• Web-Based Logistics Information Systems
• Reverse Logistics
• Business Workflows
• Continuous Improvement
• Achieved onboarding and organization buyin through effectively helping with exhaustive and robust process management, detail training and incentives built to drive buying and performance
• Improvement Recommendations
• OSHA Standards
• Quality Management
• Inventory Supplies
• Customer Care
• Performance Monitor
• Cost Control
• Achieved increase in industry knowledge, compliance knowledge and organization knowledge by assembling training library numbering several thousand volumes. Greek Elementary
• Process mapping
• Six Sigma
• Lean
• Quality Systems
• ISO 9001
• Internal Audits
• Process Improvement
• Cybersecurity
• Quality Assurance
• Change Management
• Project Management
• NIST Standards
• Lean Six Sigma
• Project Leadership
• Business Continuity Planning
• Production Management
• SAP
• Analytics
• Help Desk
Languages
• Greek - Intermediate
• spanish - Beginner
• Hebrew - Beginner
Certifications and Licenses
Certified Project Manager
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Paralegal Certificate
Certified Internal Auditor
Certified Quality Engineer
Certified Quality Inspector
Certified Project Manager
Certified Safety Professional
smartsheet
Salesforce Certification
Microsoft Office Specialist
Diplomate in Biblical Scholarship
Diplomate in Biblical Studies
diplomate in comparative religions
5s certification
Publications
Christianity In America
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