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Ralph Lahey

Brantford,ON

Summary

Accomplished Quality Inspector at Konstant Manufacturing, adept in visual inspection and lean manufacturing, significantly reduced non-conformance risks. At Tigercat Industries Inc., enhanced team productivity through effective leadership and communication. Skilled in using JDE and Excel, I championed safety and efficiency, driving superior product quality and operational excellence.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Inspector

Konstant Manufacturing
09.2022 - Current
  • Performed frequent visual inspections 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.
  • Collaborated with manufacturing team to ensure consistent quality standards across all products.
  • Work in safe manner at all times

Lead Hand

Tigercat Industries Inc.
02.2002 - 11.2020
  • Daily shift start-ups delegating orders for productivity and reaching set targets.
  • Reduced downtime by maintaining equipment and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
  • Fostered open lines of communication within the team using regular feedback sessions, promoting collaboration and preventing misunderstandings.
  • Contributed to employee performance review meetings and disciplinary actions.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.

Warehouse Supervisor

Mitten Vinyl
04.1995 - 05.2009
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
  • Supervised shipping and handling operations.
  • Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
  • Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
  • Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
  • Handled employee concerns promptly and effectively while maintaining open lines of communication amongst team members.
  • Promoted diligence and culture of safety for drivers and warehouse operations.

Education

Renewable Resources

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON
04.2011

High School Diploma -

North Park Collegiate And Vocational School
Brantford, ON
06.1984

Skills

  • Product Inspection
  • Visual Inspection
  • Tool use understanding
  • Excellent mathematical skills
  • Computer skills-Word, Excel, JDE, Defect Tracker
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • 5S
  • Cycle Counting Training
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Supervisor & Manager Lead (Unique Training & Development)

Timeline

Quality Inspector

Konstant Manufacturing
09.2022 - Current

Lead Hand

Tigercat Industries Inc.
02.2002 - 11.2020

Warehouse Supervisor

Mitten Vinyl
04.1995 - 05.2009

Renewable Resources

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology

High School Diploma -

North Park Collegiate And Vocational School
Ralph Lahey