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Kimberly Hays

Annandale

Summary

Detail-oriented QA Inspector with extensive experience in quality assurance and control. Proven ability to enhance process efficiency and mentor teams, contributing to consistent compliance with industry standards.

Honest and insightful Inspector with outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Seasoned Inspector known for highly productive and efficient task completion.

Excel at problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication, ensuring thorough examination and reporting processes are consistently achieved. Offer keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills to excel in fast-paced environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

QA/New Product Development Inspector

Trelleborg Crp
Delano
04.2004 - 08.2025
  • Inspected products for quality and compliance with industry standards.
  • Played a role in validating new tooling to manufacture parts to customer specifications.
  • Vast knowledge in FAI, OQ, PQ, and engineering jobs.
  • Conducted routine checks on equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with production teams to resolve quality issues promptly.
  • Trained new inspectors on inspection procedures.
  • Inspected finished goods prior to shipment to guarantee they meet company standards.
  • Documented all inspection results accurately, in accordance with established guidelines, using Microsoft Excel.
  • Rejected products and materials failing to meet expectations.
  • Worked closely with management teams and engineering to help identify process improvements that would improve overall efficiency levels.

Education

GED -

Buffalo High School
Buffalo
11-2001

Skills

  • Quality assurance and control
  • Inspection documentation and reporting
  • Process improvement strategies
  • Tool validation and testing
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving techniques
  • Team collaboration and teamwork
  • Effective communication skills
  • Employee training and mentoring
  • Defect analysis and resolution
  • Time management practices
  • Product testing methodologies
  • Materials testing and analysis
  • Assembly inspection processes
  • Blueprint reading and interpretation
  • Software proficiency in [specific software]
  • Equipment inspection protocols
  • Continuous improvement initiatives
  • Regulatory compliance standards
  • Dimensional sampling techniques
  • Documentation preparation skills
  • Visual inspections expertise

Affiliations

  • I enjoy any time that I can spend with my husband of 32 years and my fur babies.
  • Spending time in a cabin rental in Tofte, MN is always one of our favorite getaways.
  • I enjoy going to the Wright County Swappers meet on Saturdays.
  • I love to craft, read and go on nature walks with my hubby and fur babies.

Timeline

QA/New Product Development Inspector

Trelleborg Crp
04.2004 - 08.2025

GED -

Buffalo High School

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