Quality Technician – Rectification Technician – Paint Technician - MULTIMATIC
(2023-06)
- Perform comprehensive quality control of paint and protective coating applications.
- Verify surface conditions prior to painting and execute high-precision parts rectification (defect rectification and repairs) to bring components into 100% compliance with OEM standards.
- Actively support and execute engineering activities in supplier quality management (Supplier Quality Engineer).
- Provide technical guidance, consulting, and direct instructions to contractors and external workers on-site to ensure adherence to strict tolerances.
- Inspection, precise surface preparation, and high-level polishing to elite OEM hypercar standards on Mercedes-AMG ONE (X1).
- Specialized paint application, surface defect rectification, and quality assurance for bespoke and limited-run vehicles on Project X.
- Report surface defects during preparation, intermediate coat, and final finish stages.
- Check surface preparation, atmospheric conditions, and color-coding.
- Manage paint material requirements and manage inventory levels.
- Inspect incoming materials, equipment, and construction/installation activities.
- Compile non-conformance reports for incoming supplier parts that fail to meet required quality benchmarks.
- Compile detailed documentation, inspection data, and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for Quality Managers.
- Identify defects using precision tools: Vernier calipers, gauges, micrometers, microscope cameras, gloss meters, and visual inspection.
- Beginner in inspections- using Faro Arm measurement (3D inspection based on CAD models).
- Record inspection data, maintain quality records, and generate comprehensive reports for Quality Managers.
- Lead root-cause analysis and problem-solving using the 8D methodology.
- Support customers and manage technical customer communication.
CNC Technician Setter - PAILTON ENGINEERING LIMITED
(2023-02 - 2023-05)
- Set and operated AXE 4-axis CNC machinery.
- Inspected products and components directly during the manufacturing process.
- Measured dimensions using gauges and sliding scales.
Production Leader – Paint Technician - LEVC AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING
(2014-07 - 2022-12)
- Approved finished products by confirming specifications, conducting visual and dimensional measurements, returning products for re-work, and confirming completed re-work.
- Responsible for process control and led process improvement efforts to refine quality assurance protocols and increase compliance with quality goals.
- Acted as a quality control technician working primarily with protective coatings and materials such as paints and lacquers.
- Executed paint spraying processes (basecoat and lacquer).
- Performed smart repairs and local paint blending (Blow-in).
- Managed paint preparation processes (Paint prepping).
- Performed high-end paint polishing and detailing.
- Demonstrated high levels of manual dexterity to apply accurate and consistent layers of primer and paint.
- Inspected and controlled all body panels arriving from suppliers.
- Measured dimensions using gauges and sliding scales.
- Primed vehicles and applied protective covers on areas not required for painting.
- Responsible for ensuring the assembly team worked according to the appropriate build process and build quality standards prior to passing the product through the team gateway to the next build section.
- Conducted in-process quality control checks and proactively identified Health and Safety (H&S) risks.
- Trained, coached, and mentored trainees and less experienced production operators.
- Assembled goods and performed manual tasks on the production line.
- Ensured that strict escalation procedures were followed by the team.
- Experienced in working toward and achieving strict production targets (KPIs).
- Deep understanding of lean manufacturing processes.
- Determined necessary materials and assembly instructions by checking work orders, specifications, and technical diagrams.
- Set up and controlled automotive assembly line robots to assemble heavy or highly detailed components, boosting overall productivity.
- Removed faulty parts, upgraded components, or added new subassemblies.
- Rejected faulty assemblies and components by returning defective items to assembly lines or suppliers for replacement.
- Wore mandatory protective gear and strictly observed H&S rules and standards, maintaining safe operations for all personnel.
- Fitted vehicle parts and replaced components following damage.
- Handled multitasking assembly operations on the production line.
- Worked closely with Quality Engineers (QE) at the End of Line (EOL).
- Set up gap and flush parameters for body panels.
- Bonded doors and assembled components including cables, lock mechanisms, and windows.
- Assembled automotive components according to established technical procedures.
- Used hand tools and specialized machinery to assemble parts.
- Read and deciphered engineering schematics and assembly instructions.
- Applied general automotive technical knowledge.
- Handled assemblies for electric and hybrid vehicles.
CNC Operator – Quality Inspector - UNIPART EBERSPAECHER - Coventry, West Midlands
(2012-01 - 2014-06)
- Operated Fanuc 4-axis CNC machinery for high-tolerance engine components.
- Conducted visual and dimensional inspections of machined parts.
Junior Specialist – Shift Leader - DONGWON HYUNDAI - Czech Republic
(2010-03 - 2012-01)
- Communicated work instructions, trained team members, oversaw everyday operations, resolved worker complaints, and provided/received feedback within the group.
- Ensured the team worked to the appropriate build process and quality standards prior to passing products through the quality gateway to the next production team.
- Conducted regular internal quality audits, controlled the quality of incoming materials, managed the quality of repaired parts, and approved correction methods.
- Performed high-precision measurements on Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and handled all technical documentation (including processing engineering specification changes).
- Led daily consultations, resolved operational problems on a daily basis, and ensured the team strictly followed the escalation procedure.
- Fully trained new recruits and took direct charge of their ongoing Quality Control performance on the shift.
- Offered actionable suggestions for improving production quality (Continuous Improvement) utilizing lean manufacturing principles and target-driven planning.
- Conducted routine quality checks during the manufacturing process to identify and eliminate any potential Health and Safety (H&S) risks.
Group Leader - HYUNDAI MOTOR MANUFACTURING NOSOVICE - Czech Republic
(2007-02 - 2010-03)
- Managed and directed 3 Team Leaders and 45 production operators within the assigned production sector.
- Oversaw daily operations on the Body Complete Line (welding shop) and the Metal Finish Line.
- Consulted on manufacturing quality, ensured delivery of established quality standards, and coordinated directly with tier-1 international suppliers.
- Championed the 8D problem-solving methodology to track errors, resolve defects, and implement lasting corrective actions.
- Driven everyday operations to meet demanding production targets and implemented lean manufacturing practices in strict accordance with ISO 9001.
- Trained, coached, and mentored trainees and less experienced operators directly on the assembly line during product builds.
- Secured a safe working environment by conducting process checks to identify Health and Safety risks and enforced strict adherence to escalation procedures.
- Completed intensive technical training at the main Hyundai Ulsan Plant (South Korea), focusing on simple robotic Hi4 programming, quality service control, CMM metrics/settings, and precision parts assembly.
- Completed formal training at Hyundai Turkey focusing on advanced vehicle repair work, assembly operations, and quality gateways.
Team Leader - SKODA AUTO AS - Czech Republic
(2002-01 - 2006-12)
- Managed/Lead production line of 15 operators in BIW.
- Programming and operating KUKA robots in production.
- Oversaw daily operations on the Body spot line.
- Quality control of parts in the production process.
- Drove everyday operations to meet demanding production targets and implemented lean manufacturing practices in strict accordance with ISO 9001.
- Trained, coached, and mentored trainees and less experienced operators directly on the spot-welding line.
