Chris K. Email & Phone Number

Chicago, IL, US

A publicly-held, Fortune 500 global manufacturer company with facilities located around the world. Recognized as a leader in electrical, safety, and infrastructure solutions. Products are used to power and protect the world, including Electrical Conduit and Fittings, Cable and Cable Management Systems, Infrastructure Products, and Safety and Security.

Tamarac, FL, US

• As of April/2023, KSM Electronics has been acquired by NAI Group (www.nai-group.com).https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230523005113/en/NAI-Group-Acquires-KSM-Electronics-and-Names-Brian-Strauss-as-Chief-Executive.
• KPI = Keep People Informed, Keep People Involved, Keep People Interested, and Keep People Inspired.
• Documention with REACH, RoHS, Conflict Minerals, and Certificate of Origin.
• Continuous Improvement Process: Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA)
• Gemba Walks: Go see, Ask why, Show respect
• Maintain professional relationships with Production, Engineering, Sales, Customers, and Top Management.

Tamarac, FL, US

Elgin, Illinois, US

• The Quality Manager position was eliminated (laid-off) within the organization. *Please see the attached company letter. The company was acquired by Spire Power Solutions LP.
• QMS: ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental / Safety).
• Electrical and Industrial Industries: Lighting, Signal, Foodservice, Power Purification & Distribution, and Energy.
• Responsible for Root Cause Analysis (RCA) - Is/Is Not, 5 Why's, CAPA's/8D reports, NCR-SCAR process, Supplier Quality issues, and 5S Lean initiatives.
• Monitor Quality KPI's (On-Time-Delivery and Customer Returns) and process measurements for Upper Management of the organization.
• Review products, processes, and systems on an ongoing basis to determine where improvements can be made.

Chicago, IL - Illinois, US

• QMS: AS9100D:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 with basic knowledge of ISO 13485.
• Hands-on Quality Manager of a Bilingual workforce, who was the voice of the customer for 2 sister companies (Orion Industries and DB) at 2 campus locations.
• Led the process of adding a 2nd campus location to the DQS, Inc. registration of the QMS.
• Led 4 successful audits with the Registrar DQS, Inc. (3rd-party Certificate Body).
• Champion the Quality Management Systems (AS9100D: 2016 and ISO 9001:2015) with ITAR.
• Led the conversion from AS9100C to AS9100D with ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Manual and Procedures).

Montmirail, FR

• QMS: 14001:2016 & ISO 9001:2015
• Axon'​ Cable is a provider of custom designed interconnect solutions including wires, round or flat cables, composite cables, coaxial cables, assemblies and connectors for any application:- Aerospace- Automotive.
• Communicate effectively in a dynamic, multidisciplinary team environment to meet internal and external customer demands.
• Extensive knowledge of measurement tools. Including (but not limited to), calipers, micrometers, ring gages, microscopes, rulers, plug go/no-go gages, roughness testers, test indicators, and dial indicators.
• Utilize statistical techniques and professional independent judgment to analyze data for process improvement.
• Develop and lead execution of process validations and tests.

• Assist in the completion of tax returns (data entry) and provide customer service to meet the customer's needs.*Seasonal employment while looking for a permanent opportunity.

• Create PPAP reports.
• MRB activities.
• Incoming and Final inspections.
• Root Cause Analysis/Corrective Action reports.
• Work Instructions review and updates.
• RMAs requests.

Martinsville, IN, US

• Root Cause Analysis/Corrective Actions reports.
• First Article Inspection (FAI) reports.
• MRB/NCR approvals.
• AQL Source Inspections for final release of product.
• Quality Control plans/Process Flow diagrams.
• Inspection plans and Quality verification.

London, GB

• Perform non-conformance (NC) processing on a daily basis utilizing database systems.
• Perform scrap entry for inventory control and 8D reports for customer corrective actions.
• Expedite disposition of all non-conforming product within MRB.
• Manage the Material Review Board (MRB) cage to ensure devotion to stated company processes.
• Communicate with management, production, purchasing, and engineering regarding quality issues.
• Track all responded Corrective Actions within 30 days from the supplier/vendor and a 14 days turnaround for defective parts from MRB back to the supplier/vendor with Debit Memos.

Mt. Prospect, Illinois, US

• Mechanical and Software inspections of various money handling machines.
• Maintain accurate and reliable records of test results into network data systems.Consulting/Contract

Lincolnshire, IL, US

• Visually inspect product to ensure cosmetic requirements are met.
• Perform functional tests using established computer programs.
• Maintain accurate and reliable records of test by inputting results into network data systems.Consulting/Contract

• Support AS9102 First Article Inspection reports (for Boeing, Honeywell, and Hamilton Sundstrand).
• Assist in corrective actions reports in a timely matter and in responding to customer’s complaints and RMA's.
• Support final inspection process and achieve final inspection certification as assigned.
• Manage MRB activities and timely processing of Nonconformance Material Reports (NCMRs).Consulting/Contract

• Conduct Level One Nondestructive Evaluation Inspection using the Fluorescent Penetrant Testing Method (MIL-I-25135) on behalf of the employer for a government contract (N00383-09-C-P009) with finished machined parts.

• Provided customers with quality product, shipped on-time, supported by customer focused service and competitive pricing. Perform precision cutting of marble, granite, stone and plastic, and provide die making.

Fort Collins, CO, US

• Under the name MPC Products before the acquisition by Woodward.
• Incorporate detail dimensional as well as visual inspections on high volume aerospace components and subassemblies. The various stages of inspection included first piece, in-process, final, and prototype units, along.
• Comprehensive knowledge and expertise in the utilization of measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, rulers, digital height gauges, go/no-go gauges, microscopes, optical comparators, surface plates, and general.
• Attained classroom training in Soldering Inspection (J-STD-001-Class 3), Electrical Static Device Safety, Foreign Object Damage, GD&T, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Excellent understanding of First Article and Delta Inspections, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), along with Nonconforming Reports (NCRs) in accordance to standard industry practices.
• Constant communication with Department Managers/Supervisors and Customers in regards to First Article Inspection reports and paperwork verification, such as test sheets within the various product groups (i.e., Linear.

Addison, IL, US

• Conduct detailed dimensional and visual inspections upon high quantity aerospace components, piece parts, and Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) at Acceptable Quality Level (AQL). The levels of inspection included first.
• Broad knowledge and expertise in the utilization of technical tools such as calipers, go/no-go gauges, micrometers, pin gauges, rulers, calculators, and the use of an optical comparator.
• Attain classroom certification in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance, Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM-manual), Rockwell Hardness Testing, and Hazard Materials.
• Good understanding of internal standards and procedures according to ISO 9001/AS9100.
• Communicate with Engineers and CNC Machinists in regards to First Article Inspection reports for Boeing, as well as for Lockheed on various projects (i.e., Military Transport Aircraft C5, C17, and C130).

Skokie, Illinois, US

• Inspect and process commercial aircraft parts (i.e., airframe, avionics, and engine parts) according to Airline Suppliers Association (ASA) standards.
• Provide, promote, and maintain a quality standard system that enabled the company to meet the requirements of the domestic (FAR 121) and international (FAR 129) aviation industry.
• Manage aircraft parts documentation controls (i.e., invoices, vendor surveys, FAA repair shops, quality manual, and purchase orders) for the company’s internal and external ASA audits.
• Conduct training for current and new employees on the quality system.
• Communicate with suppliers/vendors by way of phone, fax, plus e-mails regarding proper trace documents amid discrepancy of aircraft spare parts according to part and serial numbers.
• Coordinate the receiving, shipping, storage, and handling of aircraft parts from buyers with tracking numbers along with parts to be returned for repairs/overhauls and update modifications.Laid-off: Due to 9/11.

Completion: Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Aviation Engineering Technology With Nondestructive Testing (Ndt).

High School Degree, College Prep / Honors (Advanced Placement)