Vaughn Gulley
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Technician
Dexter Stamping
01.2022 - Current
- Sampled materials and products to conduct in-depth measurements and tests.
- Inspected manufactured parts by reviewing visually and assessing dimensions.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Tracked and analyzed product quality data to identify trends and insights.
- Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.
- Tested and evaluated product precision against specifications to reduce discrepancies.
- Collaborated with production staff to improve processes, reduce defects and optimize quality.
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
- Liaised between quality control and other departments and contractors, providing project updates and consultation.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Conducted investigations into questionable test results.
- Inspected, measured and tested completed metal workpieces for conformance to specifications using measuring and testing devices.
- Pulled non-conforming materials from production queue and reported to supervisor for single or production-wide corrections.
- Read blueprints, work orders and production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Handled data entry and other related work.
Quality Control Supervisor
MS Companies
06.2018 - 08.2022
- Supervised and directed quality control personnel through effective mentoring, coaching and work delegation.
- Supported audits and led teams to fully investigate quality control processes and root out deficiencies.
- Reported on short- and long-term trends in production to help management make proactive decisions.
- Trained workers in different departments in improved procedures designed to enhance quality and eliminate errors.
- Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
Lawncare Business Owner
Rockford Weed-whackers
03.2014 - Current
- Delivered exemplary service to all customers, encouraging repeat business, positive feedback and long-term loyalty
- Treated areas with pesticides to alleviate bugs and other pests and destroy weeds
- Inspected vehicles and equipment every day and performed minor repair work to maintain optimal functionality and longevity
- Observed company safety guidelines and maintained tight timetables when applying chemicals, lifting heavy objects and operating equipment
- Represented company professionally by dressing appropriately, being organized and arriving on time for every appointment
- Cleared brush from areas where trees were being prepared for removal
- Mowed, weed whacked and mulched planted areas and lawns
- Chopped down trees that were diseased or had been affected by storms
- Sheared off limbs using various type of power equipment, including chainsaws
- Supervise 8 contractors in performing lawn care duties
- Cared for established lawns by mulching, aerating and weeding
- Limbed and pruned variety of tree species, including [shrubs] and hedges
- Pruned trees, shrubs and hedges using chainsaw and hedge trimmers
- Planned and cultivated lawn and planted areas using [Equipment]
- Cleaned, maintained and inspected chainsaws on daily basis before each shift
- Applied pesticides and other chemicals to prevent growth of weeds and eliminate bugs and other pests
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows to meet any daily demand.
- Set and managed schedules to give proper coverage to required areas and meet customer service demands.
- Set overall vision and provided team leadership.
- Monitored employee performance and provided coaching and constructive guidance to address areas of concern.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Evaluated sales reports and financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques to improve business.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
General Laborer
Variety
01.2008 - 05.2020
- Used cleaning solvents and cleaning equipment to scrape and clean units and parts
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools to ensure operational readiness, safety and cleanliness
- Produced parts and assemblies quickly and efficiently within tolerances
- Followed written instructions to construct various types of equipment
- Cleaned job site after each shift
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies
- Moved and lifted heavy loads of merchandise using jacks equipment
- Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise
- Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate
- Updated daily logs with regular shift activities and incident details
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks, including, sweeping, pulling weeds, using water hoses for wash-down of grounds or buildings, painting equipment and power washer
- Kept warehouse clean and organized to maximize team efficiency and productivity
- Performed thorough quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Thoroughly cleaned all construction and worksites to avoid hazards.
- Cleaned job site after each shift.
- Solved and identified any complex issues that impacted management.
- Read work orders or received oral instructions to determine work assignments and equipment and materials needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Horticulture
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ03.2017
GED -
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL2002
Skills
- Quality control inspections
- Excellent mathematical skills
- Documentation skills
- Tool Use Understanding
- Data interpretation and analysis
- Keen Eye for Detail
- Defect Identification
- Database Management
- Reporting and documentation
- Issue resolution
- Leadership
- Training and Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Staff Management
- Inventory oversight
- Processes and Procedures
- Data collection and analysis
- Salesforce experience
- Safety Understanding
- Quality checks
- Invoicing
- Measurement standards
- Material testing
- Non-destructive testing
- Visual inspection
- Corrective actions
- Product testing
- Internal audits
- Quality reporting
Timeline
Quality Technician
Dexter Stamping
01.2022 - Current
Quality Control Supervisor
MS Companies
06.2018 - 08.2022
Lawncare Business Owner
Rockford Weed-whackers
03.2014 - Current
General Laborer
Variety
01.2008 - 05.2020
GED -
Rock Valley College
Associate of Science - Horticulture
Penn Foster College
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