Juan Cruz
Brandon
Summary
Results-driven Quality Leader known for productive and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in continuous improvement processes, compliance management, and root cause analysis. Excel in leadership, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring successful team collaboration and project delivery.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Leader
Unipres Southeast
Forest
02.2023 - Current
- Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance product standards and compliance.
- Trained staff on quality control procedures and best practices to ensure accuracy.
- Conducted regular audits to assess adherence to safety and quality regulations.
- Analyzed data from quality tests to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Maintained documentation of quality processes and regulatory compliance for audits.
- Collaborated with other team members to perform internal QA audits.
- Recruited, trained and scheduled employees to fulfill quality standards and expectations of management.
- Conducted regular audits of production processes, identifying areas for improvement and developing corrective actions.
- Provided technical guidance to staff on quality assurance activities.
- Led team meetings focused on problem solving and continuous improvement activities.
- Investigated customer returns and complaints related to product defects or quality issues, determining root cause and corrective action plans accordingly.
Quality Technician
Unipres Southeast
Forest
01.2020 - 02.2023
- Conducted quality inspections on automotive parts for compliance with specifications.
- Utilized measurement tools to assess product dimensions and tolerances.
- Assisted in identifying non-conformance issues during production processes.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate quality records.
- Communicated effectively with production teams to resolve quality concerns promptly.
- Ensured that all materials meet required specifications before releasing them for use in production.
- Performed calibration checks on measuring instruments used in the production process.
- Maintained records of all inspection activities, including reports and data collection sheets.
Assembly Line Production Worker
Unipres Southeast
Forest
03.2017 - 01.2020
- Operated assembly line machinery to produce automotive components efficiently.
- Assembled parts using hand tools and power tools following safety protocols.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance with standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain continuous workflow on the production line.
- Trained new employees on assembly procedures and equipment operation techniques.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Assembled components according to established procedures and safety protocols.
- Organized production line equipment and materials for assembly tasks.
- Rotated through various positions on the assembly line as needed by management.
- Performed quality checks on products to ensure they met company standards.
- Cleaned tools, equipment, and workstations as needed throughout shift.
- Loaded and unloaded parts into machines for processing.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed at all times while operating machinery.
Cook
Sonic
Forest
01.2016 - 03.2017
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to standardized recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills and fryers, safely and efficiently.
- Adhered to food safety and sanitation guidelines during food preparation.
- Assisted in training new staff on cooking techniques and procedures.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Education
Forest High School
Forest, Ms Some College (No Degree) - Automotive
East Central Community College
Decatur, MSSkills
- Quality assurance
- Data analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Internal auditing
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Quality documentation
- Technical training
- Quality inspections
- Problem solving
- Product inspection
- Ethical behavior
- Operational excellence
- Customer focus
- Quality assurance techniques
- Results-oriented approach
- Innovation mindset
- Documentation control
- Parts welding
- Production welding
- MIG welding
- Tack welding
- 5S methodology
- Precision cutting
- Hand-eye coordination
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-making
- Leadership
- Flexible and adaptable
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organizational skills
Certification
- Forklift certification February 24, 2022
- TWIC Card
Timeline
Quality Leader
Unipres Southeast
02.2023 - Current
Quality Technician
Unipres Southeast
01.2020 - 02.2023
Assembly Line Production Worker
Unipres Southeast
03.2017 - 01.2020
Cook
Sonic
01.2016 - 03.2017
Forest High School
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive
East Central Community College