Phillip Strickland
Gainesville,GA
Summary
I am a Receiving Inspector Lead with 25 years inspection experience. I have 18 years as a QA Inspector. Expert with hand tools, power tools, micrometers, mechanical inspections, FARO arm measurements, and inspections (Cam2 and Spatial Analyzer software), Hexagon CMM inspections (pc dmis software), Leica, and FARO laser tracker inspections (Spatial Analyzer software). AWS CWI certified welded part inspections and troubleshooting, ISIR layouts and procedures, cut sampling and material analysis, acid testing and digital microscopes including the Dyno lite and the new Keyence microscope. I am certified to PR002229 for Critical Space flight hardware. I have recent experience working with the engineering and assembly shops resolving problem issues and defective parts as well as working with Viasat engineers for jig trials and new product inspections.
Results-driven professional prepared for role with strong background in quality control and material inspection. Known for maintaining high standards and ensuring compliance with strict specifications. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with reputation for reliability and adaptability. Proficient in inspection techniques and quality assurance processes.
Experienced with inspecting and verifying incoming materials to ensure compliance with standards. Utilizes problem-solving skills to address discrepancies and ensure quality control. Track record of maintaining meticulous records and collaborating effectively with team members.
Professional receiving specialist with strong expertise in inspecting, verifying, and documenting incoming shipments. Skilled in maintaining quality standards, identifying discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and results-driven approach. Reliable in maintaining accurate records, utilizing inspection tools, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Diligent [Desired Position] with solid background in inspecting and verifying incoming materials for quality and accuracy. Recognized for ensuring compliance with specifications and maintaining detailed records of inspections. Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize problem-solving and attention to detail skills in fast-paced environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Receiving Inspector Lead
Viasat Inc.
10.2019 - Current
- Monitoring the Receiving Inspection Aged List and passing on assignments to other Inspectors
- Processing HOT part and Line Down Requests
- KUKA Antenna Alignments
- Offsite Jig alignments and Inspections
- Engineering Support Including Mechanical Layouts and Root Cause Analysis
- Operations Support including Mechanical Layouts, Root Cause Analysis and NMR reports
- The bulk of my current responsibilities are special projects for Engineering and QA engineering
- I am also working to assist ground systems by inspecting SCUs and ACUs for schematic and mechanical compliance
- I consistently support engineering for production line issues, test failures, and root cause investigations
- I am very familiar with data and trend analysis and sampling
- My years of QA experience give me great insight into process improvement and corrective actions
- I routinely report to the stakeholders and make recommendations for dispositions and corrective actions
- I have current experience measuring all of Viasat's Ground System components with 3-D instruments including Risers and Foundations, Elevation and Azimuth Housings, Train Housings, Pedestals, Load frames, Turning heads, Hubs, Trusses, Reflector Panels, Feed cans, Sub reflectors, Waveguides, Weld Fixtures
- 2 years as RI lead
- Excellent power point reporting
- FAI support to QA Engineering
- IPC 620 Certified
- AWS CWI Certified D1.1 Steel and D1.2 Aluminum
- Spaceflight PR00229 Certified
- Advanced Blueprint Reading Including GD&T
- Supplier Data Reviews Including Verification
- Environmental Compliance including REACH, ROHS, and WEE
- NMRs through Agile and Oracle including photo and Power point Attachments
- US Citizen and Government Clearance capable
- AS9100 Audit Experience
Quality Assurance Inspector
Kubota Industrial Equipment
01.2000 - 10.2019
- I began my inspection career at Kubota in 1999
- I was temp for three months and was promoted to full time in January of 2000
- I worked for Kubota Industrial Equipment for 19 years
- Kubota Group Winner Quality Skills Competition
- Perfect attendance award for my first five years at Kubota
- Good performance reviews each year since 2000
Education
Hexagon PCDMIS training -
01.2024
AWS CWI Code Clinic and D1.1 Seminar - CWI D1.1 and D1.2 Certificate
Birmingham, Alabama01.2022
Hexagon Spatial Analyzer Training -
Duluth, GA01.2021
IPC 620 Certified -
Duluth, Georgia01.2021
FARO Factory training - Basic Measurement
Smyrna, GA01.2013
Manufacturing Specialist Certificate -
Lanier Technical School
Oakwood, GA01.2000
Honor Graduate -
North Hall High School
Gainesville, GA01.1981
Skills
- Inspection experience
- Ability to write work instructions
- Mechanical assembly experience
- ACU SCU Inspections
- RI lead
- Power point reporting
- FAI support to QA Engineering
- IPC 620 Certified
- AWS CWI Certified D11 Steel and D12 Aluminum
- Spaceflight PR00229 Certified
- Advanced Blueprint Reading Including GD&T
- Supplier Data Reviews Including Verification
- Environmental Compliance including REACH, ROHS, and WEE
- NMRs through Agile and Oracle including photo and Power point Attachments
- US Citizen and Government Clearance capable
- AS9100 Audit Experience
- Measurement accuracy
- Defect identification
- Blueprint interpretation
- Technical report writing
- ISO standards
- Quality control expertise
Accomplishments
- Kubota Group Winner Quality Skills Competition
- Perfect attendance award for my first five years at Kubota
- Good performance reviews each year since 2000
- RI lead at Viasat
Viasat Skills And Experience
- 18 years Inspection experience
- Ability to write work instructions
- Mechanical assembly experience
- ACU SCU Inspections
- 2 years as RI lead
- Excellent power point reporting
- FAI support to QA Engineering
- IPC 620 Certified
- AWS CWI Certified D1.1 Steel and D1.2 Aluminum
- Spaceflight PR00229 Certified
- Advanced Blueprint Reading Including GD&T
- Supplier Data Reviews Including Verification
- Environmental Compliance including REACH, ROHS, and WEE
- NMRs through Agile and Oracle including photo and Power point Attachments
- US Citizen and Government Clearance capable
- AS9100 Audit Experience
Work Email
phillip.strickland@viasat.com
Personal Email
stricklandphillip39@gmail.com
Viasat Highlights
FARO Quantum S, GAGE Arm, Leica Laser Tracker, Faro Laser Tracker, Hexagon CMM, Monitoring the Receiving Inspection Aged List and passing on assignments to other Inspectors., Processing HOT part and Line Down Requests, KUKA Antenna Alignments, Offsite Jig alignments and Inspections, Engineering Support Including Mechanical Layouts and Root Cause Analysis, Operations Support including Mechanical Layouts, Root Cause Analysis and NMR reports., Backorder Review Team, The bulk of my current responsibilities are special projects for Engineering and QA engineering. I am also working to assist ground systems by inspecting SCUs and ACUs for schematic and mechanical compliance. I consistently support engineering for production line issues, test failures, and root cause investigations. I am very familiar with data and trend analysis and sampling. My years of QA experience give me great insight into process improvement and corrective actions. I routinely report to the stakeholders and make recommendations for dispositions and corrective actions. I have current experience measuring all of Viasat's Ground System components with 3-D instruments including Risers and Foundations, Elevation and Azimuth Housings, Train Housings, Pedestals, Load frames, Turning heads, Hubs, Trusses, Reflector Panels, Feed cans, Sub reflectors, Waveguides, Weld Fixtures.
Certification
Certified Weld Inspector
IPC 620
Manufacturing Specialist
CWI, AWS, D1.1, and D1.2
I am a certified weld inspector with the American Welding Society.
Timeline
Receiving Inspector Lead
Viasat Inc.
10.2019 - Current
Quality Assurance Inspector
Kubota Industrial Equipment
01.2000 - 10.2019
AWS CWI Code Clinic and D1.1 Seminar - CWI D1.1 and D1.2 Certificate
Hexagon Spatial Analyzer Training -
IPC 620 Certified -
FARO Factory training - Basic Measurement
Manufacturing Specialist Certificate -
Lanier Technical School
Honor Graduate -
North Hall High School
Hexagon PCDMIS training -
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