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Maritza Melendez Hernandez

Hanford

Summary

Quality professional well-versed in ensuring product compliance with stringent industry standards. Brings extensive experience in conducting thorough inspections and collaborating with teams to improve product quality. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic work environments, with strong skills in problem-solving and attention to detail.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Inspector

Reynard Corporation
10.2022 - 01.2025
  • Performed visual inspections using high intensity lamp to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
  • Inspected outbound shipments and conducted random sampling of product quality.
  • Implemented corrective actions for non-conforming products, reducing the risk of customer dissatisfaction or returns.
  • Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
  • Assisted in training new Quality Inspectors, sharing knowledge of best practices and industry standards.
  • Inspected and packaged products meticulously according to manufacturing specifications, drawings, Customer specifications.
  • Collaborated with manufacturing team to ensure consistent quality standards across all products.
  • Performed durability tests to ensure products meets Customer/MIL-specs requirements.
  • Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
  • Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Utilized gauges, tools and equipment to complete in-depth assessments.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation for quality control procedures, increasing efficiency and transparency.
  • Collaborated closely with operations managers to address any quality concerns arising during production runs.

Sr Manufactory Tech II/Pilots Ops-R&D

Glaukos Corporation
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Performed test, collect data, record results and analyzed data
  • Fabricate prototypes, pilots units, and validations units
  • Provides support or builds parts for Engineering evaluation, pre-clinical and clinical studies, and commercial sales
  • Support Engineers for preparation of work instructions, SOP (standard operating procedures), protocols, test methods, and reports
  • Schedule, track, coordinate, and/or calibration of equipment
  • Performed inventory check and data entry
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Packager/Back Up lead

Edwards Lifesciences
06.2020 - 12.2021
  • Followed packing processes to increase speed and accuracy.
  • Reviewed orders by inspecting labeling, packaging, and contents.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams to resolve any product or operational issues that arose during the packaging process.
  • Labeled packages with appropriate shipping information for accurate deliveries.
  • Maintained high-quality standards for packaged products, conducting regular quality checks and addressing issues promptly.
  • Identifies and troubleshooting equipment problems and defects
  • Trained new packagers in proper techniques and safety protocols, fostering a safe and productive work environment.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure continuous production flow, minimizing downtime.

Sewer Transcatheter Heart Valve

Edwards Lifesciences
05.2016 - 06.2020
  • Conduct functional testing of finished medical device products using automated equipment and valve testing manual with design specifications
  • Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspection of components and finished medical device products using variety of tools and equipment such as magnifying lamp, microscope, vision inspection system, etc.
  • Followed sewing instructions and inspected quality of finished pieces to exceed customer expectations.
  • Reduced blockages and overflows by promptly addressing reported issues and conducting thorough investigations.
  • Maintained accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent on tasks, contributing to efficient resource allocation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA

Skills

  • Product inspection
  • Visual inspection and dimensional inspection
  • Quality assurance
  • Test equipment operation
  • First-article inspection (FAI)
  • Documentation skills
  • Data entry
  • Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)
  • ISO standards and MIL-Spec certified
  • Visual inspection

Certification

  • Leadership: Power Skills

Timeline

Quality Inspector

Reynard Corporation
10.2022 - 01.2025

Sr Manufactory Tech II/Pilots Ops-R&D

Glaukos Corporation
01.2022 - 06.2022

Packager/Back Up lead

Edwards Lifesciences
06.2020 - 12.2021

Sewer Transcatheter Heart Valve

Edwards Lifesciences
05.2016 - 06.2020

High School Diploma -

Santa Ana College

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