Chad Forsyth
WETASKIWIN,AB
Summary
Adaptable production team member experienced in equipment operation and material handling with lean manufacturing support. Contributes to workflow productivity and product quality improvements through Kaizen activities. Strong record of safe, collaborative execution and problem-solving.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Team Member
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada
Woodstock, Ontario
02.2018 - 08.2026
- Operated production equipment following Toyota safety and quality standards.
- Assembled vehicle components on production line using standard work procedures.
- Inspected parts for defects and reported quality concerns to supervisors.
- Followed standard operating procedures for each stage of the manufacturing process.
- Set up, operated and adjusted various pieces of equipment according to established procedures.
- Operated and monitored production machinery to ensure efficient functioning of the line.
- Maintained organized workstations and cleaned areas to uphold safety standards and operational efficiency.
- Monitored equipment status and followed start-up and shutdown procedures.
- Performed pre-operation inspections to ensure machines were ready for use.
- Ensured that all products met quality standards before packaging them for shipment.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and performed necessary repairs.
- Supported material handling and line supply using lean production methods.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials to ensure production continuity and efficiency.
- Facilitated teamwork among supervisors, co-workers, vendors, and customers to ensure project alignment.
- Followed kaizen practices to improve team workflow and daily tasks.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions to enhance knowledge of new processes and techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of production output, quality control checks and related information.
- Loaded raw materials into production machinery.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors, and transport equipment to meet production needs.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Analyzed data from past productions to identify areas for improvement.
- Attended regular training sessions to increase machine operating skills.
- Improved assembly workflow by sorting product components for easy access. on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
- Improved assembly workflow by sorting product components for easy access. on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
Quality Dimensional Inspector/Shipper/Receiver
Nifast Canada Corporation
Ingersoll, Ontario
10.2004 - 04.2018
- Verified thread length, diameter, and finish on incoming product.
- Calibrated gauges and measuring tools before inspection.
- Performed incoming material inspections to verify compliance with purchase orders, drawings, and specifications.
- Inspected dimensional parts for conformance to design specifications using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring instruments.
- Checked parts against blueprint drawings and specification sheets.
- Performed visual inspections on parts for surface defects such as scratches or burrs.
- Quarantined nonconforming parts and notified production teams.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Ensured that all products met customer requirements prior to shipment.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Assessed processes to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, 2015 standards and identified areas for enhancement.
- Collaborated with Quality Assurance staff members to develop improved methods for inspecting components.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives designed to improve product quality while reducing costs.
- Established standards of performance by establishing acceptable tolerances based on customer requirements or industry standards.
- Trained new inspectors on company policies and procedures related to dimensional inspection processes.
- Trained newly hired employees by explaining company procedures, job duties and performance expectations.
- Provided technical support for manufacturing operations related to dimensional issues.
- Report any problems or irregularities encountered during the inspection process to the supervisor immediately.
- Documented inspection results in reports and logs, summarizing data for the quality database to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Communicated with production personnel regarding product quality issues or discrepancies.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
- Resolved technical problems associated with dimensional measurements quickly and efficiently.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Recommended improvement measures for the production process to meet quality control standards.
- Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
- Reviewed lot samples for Nifast Canada Corporation's quality compliance.
- Reviewed and interpreted engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches, and other related documents to ensure accuracy of measurements.
- Calibrated measurement tools according to the manufacturer's specifications.
- Documented inspection results in quality logs and reports.
- Selected samples for use as test models.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Ensured accurate marking of materials with grades or acceptance statuses to facilitate quality control processes.
- Selected samples for use as test models.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ingersol Distrct Collegiate Institute
Ingersoll, ON06-2004
Skills
- Equipment operation and setup
- Assembly line operations
- SOP compliance
- Quality assurance and control
- Precision measurement
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Safety awareness and protocol adherence
- Material handling
- Forklift certification
- Continuous improvement focus
- Problem resolution skills
- Time management strategies
- Deadline-driven mindset
- Hand tool proficiency
- Hand tool proficiency
- Team collaboration
- Team collaboration and collaboration
Timeline
Production Team Member
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada
02.2018 - 08.2026
Quality Dimensional Inspector/Shipper/Receiver
Nifast Canada Corporation
10.2004 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Ingersol Distrct Collegiate Institute