Ernest Asante
Aberdeen
Summary
With a proven track record at Republic Wire, I excel in precision machining and quality control, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in dynamic environments. My expertise in CNC operation and a keen eye for detail have significantly enhanced production efficiency and product quality, leading to a notable reduction in waste.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
Republic Wire
10.2010 - 06.2024
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
- Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Optimized tooling performance through regular inspection, cleaning, sharpening or replacing worn tools as needed.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Supported recordkeeping by logging daily production, scrap rate and machine maintenance data.
- Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Performed preventative maintenance on machines regularly to minimize downtime due to breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project for accurate billing purposes.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to resolve discrepancies and implement corrective actions for non-conforming parts.
- Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
- Improved workplace safety by performing routine maintenance on machinery and ensuring all equipment was in proper working order.
- Suggested new methods of machining that resulted in better product quality with reduced production time.
- Maximized machine uptime by efficiently scheduling jobs based on priority level and resource availability.
- Increased precision of manufactured components by implementing quality control measures and using advanced measuring tools.
- Delivered complex projects on time, managing multiple machining tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Enhanced team productivity, sharing technical knowledge and machining tips with new machinists.
Quality Control Inspector
Republic Wire
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Reduced product rejection rates by collaborating with production teams to address quality issues proactively.
- Ensured the accuracy of measurement tools and equipment by performing regular calibration checks and maintenance.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing standardized inspection processes and procedures.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
- Performed root cause analysis on non-conforming products to identify areas for improvement and prevent future issues.
- Contributed to product design improvements by offering feedback on quality issues observed during inspection phases.
- Identified and addressed non-conformities in products to uphold quality standards and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Improved production processes with thorough analysis and feedback, leading to more efficient operations.
- Reduced waste by implementing stricter quality control measures during manufacturing process.
Education
Bachelor Of Mathematics - Mathematics Education
University of Education
Ghana Skills
- Machine operation
- Troubleshooting
- Lathe operation
- Precision machining
- Machine setup
- Quality control
- Machine maintenance
- Manufacturing
- Equipment operation
- Assembly and production
- Equipment monitoring
- Specification reading
- Quality control analysis
- Equipment Repair
- Materials management
- Part inspection
- Numerical accuracy
- Measurement tools
- Basic mathematics
- Detail-oriented
- Heavy lifting
- Flexible and adaptable
- Work site maintenance
- OSHA compliance
Safety protocols
Forklift operator (job trained)
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Republic Wire
04.2021 - 04.2022
Machinist
Republic Wire
10.2010 - 06.2024
Bachelor Of Mathematics - Mathematics Education
University of Education
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