Nicholas Tryon
Louisville
Summary
Offering strong foundation in problem-solving, eager to learn and grow in fast paced environment. Brings ability to quickly grasp quality assurance principles and technical skills. Ready to use and develop critical thinking and attention to detail in Process Improvement Engineer role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Specialist
GE Appliances
09.2022 - Current
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Ensured product compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on relevant standards and guidelines, implementing necessary changes to maintain conformance.
- Utilized root cause analysis techniques to identify underlying issues contributing to product defects or customer complaints.
- Educated employees on specific QA standards and confirmed maintenance of standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop robust quality assurance strategies for new products.
- Performed risk assessments on potential new projects, helping management make informed decisions about resource allocation and project priorities.
- Achieved timely resolution of non-conformance issues by implementing corrective action plans working closely with process improvement engineers.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, organizing training sessions on latest quality assurance best practices.
- Contributed to product innovation by suggesting quality improvements based on testing feedback.
- Achieved significant reduction in post-launch defects by enhancing pre-release testing protocols.
- Enhanced team collaboration, leading cross-functional meetings to discuss quality assurance findings and improvements.
- Ensured compliance with industry quality standards by conducting thorough product testing and audits.
- Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
Basket Machine Controlman
GE Appliances
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided expert guidance on damage control measures during complex emergency situations, minimizing potential losses and disruptions to operations.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by staying up-to-date on changes in maritime law relating to fire prevention/control measures.
- Reduced equipment malfunctions through regular inspections and maintenance of fire control systems.
- Developed customized training programs to address identified skill gaps within the team, enhancing overall capabilities.
- Championed a culture of safety awareness throughout the organization by sharing valuable insights from past experiences and lessons learned during incidents or drills.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures, resulting in more consistent performance across the team.
- Increased safety during operations with thorough risk assessments and contingency planning for various scenarios.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies in fire control systems management.
- Promoted teamwork among crew members through effective delegation and clear communication in high-pressure environments.
- Collaborated effectively with other departments to coordinate responses during multi-disciplinary emergencies.
- Enhanced firefighting response time by developing and implementing efficient emergency procedures.
Replacement Operator
GE Appliances
10.2014 - 08.2021
- Ensured consistent product quality by conducting thorough inspections and implementing corrective actions when needed.
- Exhibited strong problem-solving abilities while troubleshooting complex machinery malfunctions under tight time constraints.
- Played an instrumental role in exceeding daily production targets by working diligently throughout each shift.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams including Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Maintenance departments to address any challenges impacting overall productivity.
- Acted as a liaison between management and operators, facilitating clear communication regarding expectations, goals, and concerns from both parties.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by actively participating in company-wide Kaizen events or similar programs.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while explaining technical information to non-technical personnel during training or problem resolution situations.
- Provided training to new operators, ensuring a smooth onboarding process and adherence to established best practices.
Education
Maintenance Senior Manager
Kevin Fults
Kevin.fults@geappliances.comSenior Manufacturing Engineer
Brandon Bishop
Brandon.bishop@geappliances.comSenior Process Improvement Engineer
Gilbert Park
Gilbert.park@geappliances.comSkills
- Detail-oriented
- Quality assurance
- Problem-solving skills
- Analytical thinking
- Issue resolution
- Functional testing
- Technical documentation
- Application testing
- Safety procedures
- Sound quality management techniques
- Production optimization
- Defect tracking
- Performance testing
- Performance monitoring
- Audit reports
- Attention to detail
- Staff training
- Corrective actions
- Production monitoring and assessment
- Equipment calibration
Timeline
Quality Assurance Specialist
GE Appliances
09.2022 - Current
Basket Machine Controlman
GE Appliances
08.2021 - 09.2022
Replacement Operator
GE Appliances
10.2014 - 08.2021
Maintenance Senior Manager
Kevin Fults
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Brandon Bishop
Senior Process Improvement Engineer
Gilbert Park
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