Quality Control Production Supervisor

John Baldwin

Professional Summary

Meticulous and Professional Quality Control/Assurance Inspector and Production Supervisor with solid and diverse experience in operations and production management. Highly motivated with over 13 years experience seeking an opportunity to improve company performance processes that are more efficient and profitable.

Work Experience

QA Inspector/Production Supervisor Reliance Vitamins Edison, NJ September 2022 to Present

Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and meeting production targets

Managed a team of 23 production workers, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations

Implemented lean manufacturing principles resulting in a 15% increase in productivity and a reduction of waste by 10%

Implemented standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve efficiency and consistency in production processes

Collaborated with cross-functional teams including engineering, maintenance, and quality assurance to resolve issues and optimize production flow

Monitored inventory levels to ensure availability of materials for uninterrupted production

Conducted regular inspections to identify equipment malfunctions or safety hazards, coordinating repairs as needed

Maintained accurate records of production output, downtime incidents, and employee attendance using ERP systems or spreadsheets

Scheduled work assignments based on priorities while considering resource availability and skill sets within the team

Investigated root causes of product defects or non-conformities, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Fostered a culture of safety awareness by conducting regular safety meetings/training sessions and enforcing compliance with OSHA regulations and GMP

Mentored employees on best practices for efficient workflow execution while promoting teamwork and collaboration

Led cross-training initiatives among team members to enhance flexibility in job assignments

Achieved an reduction in customer complaints through proactive measures such as implementing quality control checks at critical production stages

Managed production schedules to meet customer demands while minimizing overtime and expedited shipping costs

Developed and implemented training programs for new hires, ensuring a smooth onboarding process and quick integration into the team

Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting equipment issues, coordinating repairs promptly to minimize production disruptions

Instituted safety protocols resulting in zero lost-time accidents over 14 consecutive months

Quality Control Technician AquafiL USA Cartersville, GA August 2017 to January 2022

Responsible for inspecting & testing raw materials and products to make sure they meet required levels of quality. Recommend improvements when needed.

Record and analyze results/data, during product development and manufacturing.

Responsible for maintaining quality assurance when testing materials before, during, & after production.

Approving product (yarn fabric and polymer) when it meets company's standards, and aborting production when standards are not.

Inventory Manager By Design & Associates September 2013 to June 2017

Responsible for maintaining quality logs for all processes

Record daily quality checks on each phase of the manufacturing processes Innovated new methods for assuring higher quality in work areas

Manager of all shipping, receiving and storage

Lead QA Inspector New Jersey Division Alstom Transportation June 2002 to June 2013

Supervised a team of inspectors in production, commission and warranty of passenger train cars

Inspected new and completed equipment and made appropriate and required modifications for safe and accurate operations.

Submitted approval to company executives for final sale of equipment to New Jersey customers Ensured safety standards met to determine quality prior to final sale of products

Car Appearance Inspector New Jersey Transit Transportation May 1992 to March 2002

FRA certified train mechanic/qualified airbrake tech Experienced, minor electrical train repairman

Responsible for troubleshooting and repairing trains for passenger service Performed routine maintenance on equipment on an as needed basis Calibrate electrical and mechanical defects for railroad passenger service Complete all repairs and maintenance work to FRA standards

Accurately read blueprints and repair manuals to identify mechanical problems and made necessary repairs

Education

High school or equivalent

Skills

Quality control

Time management

Maintenance

Equipment maintenance

Project leadership

Managerial

Organizational skills

Self-directed

Manufacturing

Quality assurance

Tools: Caliper, micrometer, and microscope, etc.

Microsoft Office

Quality inspection

Microsoft Word

CGMP

Microsoft Excel

Efficient verbal and written communication

GDP

Qualio (CAPA)

Deacom (Inventory Control)

Smartsheet (Data Entry)

SAP

ISO

Certifications and Licenses

HACCP Certification

Contact this candidate