Walter Smith

Expert in fire safety inspection and quality assurance, ensuring compliance with local regulations and ISO 9001 standards. Delivers comprehensive inspection reports and corrective action plans that enhance operational clarity and improve safety outcomes across diverse sectors.

Fire Inspector - Statesboro Fire Department - Statesboro, Georgia

(2025-09)

• Conducted detailed fire-safety inspections to enforce local code compliance for commercial properties.
• Reviewed building plans for compliance with fire codes and regulations, ensuring safety standards are met.
• Prepared detailed reports on inspection findings, outlining corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Conducted investigations of hazardous conditions to identify safety risks. or violations of fire codes.

Quality Engineer - Newell PSN - Savannah, Georgia

(2023-02 - 2025-09)

• Developed and implemented quality control procedures that enhanced product reliability.
• Maintained and updated quality assurance procedures in alignment with ISO 9001 standards, supporting continuous improvement.
• Conducted quality audits on production processes and products to verify compliance with standards.
• Coordinated and documented testing activities per approved protocols, ensuring timely delivery of results.
• Reviewed engineering drawings, process specifications, test requirements, and inspection plans for compliance, enhancing overall project accuracy.

Petroleum Inspector - Bureau Veritas - Savannah, GA

(2021-06 - 2023-02)

• Identified sources of oil contamination in soil and water, safeguarding site safety and environmental integrity.
• Examined storage tanks for safety defects, reducing risks associated with operational standards.
• Monitored hazardous material transports to guarantee compliance with regulations and safe delivery.
• Produced inspection reports and collected environmental samples, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
• Prepared inspection reports detailing corrective actions, clarifying operational protocols for stakeholders.
• Collected and verified environmental samples for laboratory analysis to maintain data integrity.

Quality Control Inspector - Rinchem - Savannah, GA

(2020-06 - 2021-06)

• Inspected incoming materials for quality compliance with established standards.
• Verified product labeling accuracy by confirming expiration dates and lot numbers to prevent shipment errors.
• Recorded defects against customer specifications using measuring instruments, leading to improved lot acceptance rates.
• Conducted root-cause analyses of production issues and proposed corrective actions, resulting in increased process efficiency.
• Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality-related challenges, enhancing overall product quality.

Material Control Analyst - Gulfstream Aerospace - Savannah, GA

(2019-10 - 2020-06)

• Analyzed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability and minimizing shortages.
• Coordinated material flow between suppliers and production teams, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency.
• Maintained accurate records of material usage and inventory transactions, enabling effective tracking and management.
• Assisted in developing strategies that streamlined materials management processes.
• Monitored supplier performance to ensure adherence to quality standards.

Quality Assurance Specialist - Walmart Distribution Centers - Statesboro, GA

(2009-02 - 2019-10)

• Developed and implemented quality control procedures for production processes.
• Executed comprehensive product inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Documented inspection results and compliance metrics to support quality assurance efforts.
• Inspected finished goods prior to shipment to ensure conformity with customer requirements.
• Partnered with production teams to swiftly resolve quality issues.
• Assisted in audits by providing essential documentation and reports.

High School Diploma - Swainsboro High School, Swainsboro, GA (2008-05)