Natalie Pope
Tinley Park
Summary
Thorough Quality Control Lead with strong production background and attention to detail.Methodical conducting visual checks and in-depth testing. Helps teams reduce errors,minimize waste, and maximize quality at each step. Detail-oriented quality control team member familiar with calipers and LMI testing. Check product conformance with specifications and tolerances at all production stages. Resolve issues by collaborating with production staff and QA team members.
Efficient professional in industrial packaging operations, known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly. Skilled in machine setup, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure continuous operation. Specialize in quality control measures, inventory management, and adherence to safety protocols. Excel in teamwork, communication, and adaptability ensuring seamless production processes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Packer Operator
Innophos
Chicago Heights
06.2022 - Current
- Operated packaging machinery for various chemical products at a leading specialty phosphate manufacturer.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and quality protocols during packing operations.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow in high-volume production environment.
Quality Lead
ITW-Illinois Tool Works
Richton Park
04.2017 - 08.2021
- Drafted non-conformance reports detailing product defects and quantity of rejected items.
- Coordinated quality audits to verify conformance to established quality standards.
- Recommended changes based on skilled interpretation from test results against established specifications and control limits.
- Reduced production errors with thorough inspections and tests of supply materia
Quality Inspector
ITW-Illinois Tool Works
Richton Park
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Verified outgoing product compliance with production standards and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted quality inspections using proper equipment techniques.
- Supported QA and QC personnel with problem-solving findings, tracing issues, and preparing corrective action reports.
- Trained and instructed production operators in quality assurance production checks.
- Documented quality inspection reports in full and generated detailed reports.
Relief Operator
ITW-Illinois Tool Works
Richton Park
03.2014 - 01.2015
- Adjected to changing work orders and production requirements to produce high-quality results.
- Achieved compliance and quality targets by inspecting completed work and addressing production or machinery errors.
- Contributed to record-keeping by documenting inspections, production data, and materials use.
- Moved products to the next station for further processing or packaging.
Machine Operator
ITW-Illinois Tool Works
Richton Park
04.2013 - 03.2014
- Returned low-quality work for recycling or disposal to meet quality assurance standards.
- Followed documented processes to comply with standardized work orders.
- Adhered to proper procedures and donned protective gear to avoid safety risks.
- Maintained a clean work area to foster optimal safety and production.
- Packaged finished products into boxes, cartons and containers for shipping to customers.
Education
High School -
Thornton Township High School
Harvey, ILSkills
- Product inspection
- Material testing
- Report generation
- Safety protocols
- Non-conformance reporting
- Pallet wrapping
- Product information documentation
- Scanner systems
- Weight measurement
- Shrink wrapping
- Barcode scanners
- Forklift operation
- Stacking proficiency
- Labeling
- Teamwork Ability
Timeline
Packer Operator
Innophos
06.2022 - Current
Quality Lead
ITW-Illinois Tool Works
04.2017 - 08.2021
Quality Inspector
ITW-Illinois Tool Works
01.2015 - 04.2017
Relief Operator
ITW-Illinois Tool Works
03.2014 - 01.2015
Machine Operator
ITW-Illinois Tool Works
04.2013 - 03.2014
High School -
Thornton Township High School