Zachary Kumpf
Production Quality Engineer
Terre Haute,IN
Summary
Detail-oriented Production Quality Engineer experienced in developing testing protocols and conducting root cause analysis. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Quality Engineer
Thyssenkrupp Presta
03.2025 - Current
- Led quality assurance initiatives that enhanced product reliability and reduced defect rates.
- Reviewed PPAP documents for approvals after manufacturing changes.
- Reviewed control plans for accuracy and began the change process when inconsistencies were detected.
- Conducted root cause analysis for production issues, driving corrective actions and process improvements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline quality control processes, increasing operational efficiency.
- Utilized statistical process control tools to monitor production quality and mitigate risks effectively.
- Drove cost reduction initiatives by identifying opportunities for process optimization while maintaining strict adherence to quality standards.
- Drafted technical documents such as deviation reports, testing protocol and trend analysis.
Quality Technician
Thyssenkrupp Presta
12.2022 - 03.2025
- Conducted thorough inspections of materials and components to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Utilized measurement tools effectively to assess product specifications and identify non-conformities.
- Utilized precision measurement machines, gauges, and tools to assess product quality, enhancing overall manufacturing consistency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and enhance product reliability.
- Documented inspection results and maintained detailed records to support quality assurance efforts.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Managed non-conforming material program, including investigation, disposition, and corrective action plans that reduced instances of repeat issues significantly.
- Conducted root cause analysis for recurring defects, enabling targeted corrective actions that reduced future occurrences significantly.
- Participated in Lean Manufacturing initiatives by identifying areas of waste, streamlining processes, and reducing overall production time without sacrificing quality standards.
- Reduced production defects by collaborating with engineering teams to develop corrective actions.
Quality Inspector
Thyssenkrupp Presta
07.2020 - 12.2022
- Performed frequent visual inspections to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
- 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.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
Team Leader
Tempur-Pedic
01.2019 - 05.2020
Consultative Sales Associate
Sears
06.2014 - 01.2019
Kitchen Lead
Pappy's BBQ
05.2012 - 06.2014
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Theater
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN 05.2001 -
Skills
* Control plan development
* Control plan assessment
* PPAP documentation
* FMEA
* Statistical process control
* Process capability studies
* Root cause analysis
* Technical documentation
Timeline
Production Quality Engineer
Thyssenkrupp Presta
03.2025 - Current
Quality Technician
Thyssenkrupp Presta
12.2022 - 03.2025
Quality Inspector
Thyssenkrupp Presta
07.2020 - 12.2022
Team Leader
Tempur-Pedic
01.2019 - 05.2020
Consultative Sales Associate
Sears
06.2014 - 01.2019
Kitchen Lead
Pappy's BBQ
05.2012 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Indiana State University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Theater
Indiana State University
05.2001 -