Quality Control & Assembly Technician Professional
Resume:
Harry Thomas
Quality Control & Assembly Specialist Manufacturing Professional
Athens, GA 706-***-**** ************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven manufacturing and quality control professional with over 10 years of experience in assembly, inspection, warehouse operations, and production support. Skilled in first article inspection, blueprint reading, precision measurements, and quality assurance processes. Proven ability to lead quality initiatives, maintain compliance with company and regulatory standards, and optimize production workflows. Adept at cross-functional collaboration, inventory management, and process improvement in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
Core Competencies
●Quality Control & Assurance (QA/QC)
●First Article Inspection (FAI)
●Blueprint Reading & Technical Drawings
●Precision Measurement: Calipers, Micrometers, Height Gauges, Scales
●Assembly & Production Operations
●Warehouse Operations & Inventory Management
●Lean Manufacturing & 5S Methodologies
●Shipping & Receiving
●Machine Operation & Packaging
●Microsoft Office & Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
●Data Entry & Recordkeeping
●Leadership & Team Collaboration
●Time Management & Problem Solving
Professional Experience
Assembly Technician
Caterpillar Inc. / Express Employment Athens, GA January 2024 – November 2024
●Assembled mechanical and electronic components according to detailed blueprints and technical specifications.
●Conducted quality checks at each stage of assembly to ensure products met specifications.
●Utilized hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment to maintain production accuracy and efficiency.
●Maintained documentation of assembly processes and quality inspections.
Quality Control Technician
SK Battery Commerce, GA July 2021 – January 2024
●Inspected and tested products at various stages of production to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory quality standards.
●Monitored production processes, identified defects, and recommended corrective actions.
●Collaborated with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and improve operational efficiency.
Quality Control Clerk
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Braselton, GA June 2019 – June 2021
●Performed first article inspections, identifying defects and product deviations.
●Conducted hourly and daily quality checks on incoming and outgoing shipments.
●Maintained inventory accuracy, including stock organization, cycle counting, and label verification.
●Documented inspection results, managed quality logs, and ensured adherence to 5S standards.
Quality Control Inspector Lead
Geiger Automotive Suwanee, GA November 2018 – May 2019
●Oversaw quality control processes and led a team of inspectors to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory standards.
●Developed and implemented quality management systems and conducted audits to drive continuous improvement.
●Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and maintain high-quality output.
Quality Control Inspector
PartnerTech/Scanfil Lawrenceville, GA August 2016 – March 2018
●Performed inspections using precision tools and gauges to ensure products met customer specifications.
●Conducted visual and functional inspections, maintained daily inspection logs, and verified label accuracy.
●Supported production floor in maintaining clean, organized, and compliant work areas.
Inventory Control / Warehouse Associate
FleetPride Automation Lawrenceville, GA January 2015 – March 2016
●Managed stock, conducted cycle counts, and performed physical inventory.
●Executed quality inspections on products, monitored shipping and receiving, and ensured accurate documentation.
●Identified and restocked misplaced or misfiled inventory efficiently.
QC Inspector / Machine Operator / Warehouse Associate
Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc. Monroe, GA May 2011 – August 2015
●Conducted first article inspections, hourly/daily quality checks, and verified compliance with contract specifications.
●Operated machinery, assembled components, and maintained high production quality standards.
●Performed inspections on all incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring defect-free product delivery.
Education
Athens Technical College Athens, GA July 2001
Certifications & Licenses
●GA Work Ready Certified – Approved by Nathan Deal, September 2010 – Present
●5S Safety Training – June 2005
Skills & Tools
●Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC)
●Blueprint & Technical Drawing Interpretation
●Precision Measurement: Calipers, Micrometers, Height Gauges, Scales
●Assembly & Production Techniques
●Inventory & Warehouse Management (5S, Cycle Counting, WMS)
●Shipping & Receiving Documentation (BOLs, Invoices)
●Lean Manufacturing Principles
●Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
●E-Commerce & Data Entry Operations
●Machine Operation & Packaging Customer Service & Team Leadership
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