Kathy Robbins

-Measure and document test parts for process and test method validation
-Train production operators on product release requirements
-Deploy functional gaging, training operators on use; blueprint / drawing and sampling requirements
-Train associates on first piece inspection and assist in obtaining certification
-Use, and train operators on, several gauging methods in the facility
-Conduct training on GD&T, blueprint reading and dimensioning methods
-Aid associates in Operations, and other personnel, in becoming certified
-Document any discrepancies in accordance with standard procedures for control of non-conforming material, and assure that parts are quarantined to prevent shipment
-Review and approve documentation, e.g., certifications, first article data, process capabilities
-Verify that customer purchase order requirements (provided in traveler packet) have been met
-Review production documentation prior to production release
-Implement methods and systems to provide quality indicators for the organization
-Investigating and prevent customer complaints
-Work with customers and suppliers to determine root causes and then help implement corrective and preventive actions for non-conformances
-Implement and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives leading to continuous improvements in Quality, cost, and delivery.
-Coordinate with other functions to support projects and ensure that priorities are met and issues identified
-Coach, mentor and lead less senior quality team members
-Provides day-to-day work assignments / direction for the other QA team members, under the guidance, if required, of a Quality Engineer or QA Manager
-Observe, support, & contribute to Company safety programs, policies & initiatives.
-Responsible for SAP, APN and other data entry transactions supporting Quality records and reports.

I run various machines in 2 different areas making a composite material for the aerospace industry. I do a lot of troubleshooting and basic quality compliance tasks on these machines as they run the product.

I skive sheets of polyethylene foam to the needed thickness and cut sheets off of buns of polyurethane foam. I run a cnc profiler when necessary. I run the cnc Data Technology table to cut pieces of polyurethane and polyethylene foam to specific sizes and with specific cutouts. I run a die cutter when necessary. The foam is customized for the customer with the specific cutouts they need. I assemble the foam pieces into assemblies that usually fit into hard plastic cases. The assemblies sometimes need to be hand tapered on a band saw before fitting into a case.