Tara Sam
Nashville
Summary
Detail-oriented Inspector of 13 years of background checking incoming and outgoing materials and products for conformance. Familiar with quality testing machines and systems such as ISO9000. Hardworking individual skillful in conducting accurate visual and measurement tests and preparing and maintaining comprehensive inspection reports and records. Team player committed to collaborating and working cross-functionally to meet all milestones and schedules.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Rear Seat Assembly Inspector
Taschi-S
08.2015 - 03.2018
- Responsible for the assembly, quality inspection and packaging of new seats. Transferring seats from one line to another line in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment.
- Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors and increase effectiveness of inspections.
- Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects and wear to verify conformance with blueprints, diagrams, and template specifications.
- Maintained up-to-date inspection and audit records for improved reporting and analysis.
- Conducted detailed building structure inspections to identify and resolve potential risks.
- Identified repair and upgrade requirements needed to meet safety and quality standards.
- Upheld codes and regulations governing materials, processes, and procedures.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
- Investigated customer complaints to take necessary corrective actions.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Weighed products prior to shipment to confirm accuracy.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Repaired faults, reassembled products, and completed additional tests.
- Provided feedback to production team regarding product quality.
- Provided technical support to production personnel.
- Used analyzers, multimeters and power supplies to conduct diagnostic procedures.
- Utilized quality control software to track and analyze product data.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
Translator
Hermizy Group
06.2013 - 05.2015
- Responsible for helping prospective international university students with translating of transcripts, securing insurance and housing opportunities to prepare them for university studies.
- Translated documents from [Language] to [Language].
- Researched cultural etiquette and specific use of slang words.
- Reviewed final work to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation.
- Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
- Facilitated communication between law enforcement personnel and individuals involved in crimes such as witnesses, persons of interest, and suspects.
- Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa.
- Monitored progress of translation projects and reported issues to appropriate personnel.
- Created detailed reports on accuracy of translated documents.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread translated documents for accuracy.
- Assisted with translation of foreign language television and radio programs.
- Stayed current on new expressions and cultural changes impacting language translation.
- Assisted foreign language-speaking clients with inquiries.
- Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Collaborated with team to translate series of documents from English to other languages.
- Translated website content from other languages to English.
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
- Developed strategies to perform accurate and consistent translations.
- Completed precise translations of official documents with correct words and phrasing to meet legal standards.
- Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others.
Assistant Manager
Promo Media
02.2006 - 03.2013
- Responsible for keeping track of open properties and for filling vacancies. Responsible for accounts receivable for tenants and for input of data in Excel and Word. Responsible for all aspects of managing the entire office to run effectively and efficiently.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Business Administration
Baghdad College of Economic Science University
Baghdad, Iraq06.2005
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Evidence collection
- Assembly inspection
- Drawing interpretation
- Visual inspections
- Project management
- Quality control
- Inspection protocols
- Corrective action planning
- [Software] proficiency
- Observant nature
- Field inspections
- Budget administration
- Project coordination
- Documentation preparation
- Materials testing
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Team building
- Product testing
- Emissions management
- Residential systems knowledge
- Process improvements
- Safety awareness
- Strategic planning
Language Proficiency
English
Arabic (first language)
Timeline
Rear Seat Assembly Inspector
Taschi-S
08.2015 - 03.2018
Translator
Hermizy Group
06.2013 - 05.2015
Assistant Manager
Promo Media
02.2006 - 03.2013
Bachelors of Arts - Business Administration
Baghdad College of Economic Science University