THOMAS C.

LOYD
1209 19th Avenue SW * Decatur, Alabama 35601
Home: 256-351-2329 Cell: 256-616-3109 * tlf9a36e@westpost.net

QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST (Mechanical), DIMENSIONAL METROLOGY

Versatile and proactive professional able to execute in-depth quality inspection
s, drive product development, and craft new programs via Zeiss CMM expertise in
UMESS-UX, KUM-UX, GON-UX, and STRATA languages and Wenzel CMM Open-DMIS language
. Expert in inspection, troubleshooting issues, machining practices, ensuring ga
ge and measuring instrument conformance to ISO 9001 standards, selection and Q/A
oversight of suppliers, supporting all levels of management, engineering, and f
loor personnel over quality issues, and interpreting complex blueprints inundate
d with Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) specifications. Noted for s
ignificantly reducing expenditures through the development and training of Quali
ty Inspection and Gaging Practices, and CMM inspection program development.

Quality Inspections * Dimensional Metrology * Zeiss CMM Programming * Troublesho

oting
Program Development * Open-DMIS CMM Programming * Technical Support * Machining
Expertise
Supplier Selection * Resource Management * ISO 9001 Standards Compliance
Audit Management * Needs Assessment * Product Development * Time Management
Management and Engineering Support * Communication Skills * Team Member

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TURNER MEDICAL, INC., Athens, Alabama * 2010-Present
Medical precision machining manufacturer.
Quality Assurance Inspector
Executed comprehensive Quality inspections of medical components, implant device
s, and assemblies. CMM programming for geometrically complex medical implants, s
urgical robotic parts and assemblies, and surgical tools in the language of Open
-DMIS. Programming and manual operation of OGP Vision and Laser systems, Optical
Comparators, TESA Micro-Hite Height Gages and other advanced inspection equipme
nt. Complied to ISO 13485 and FDA requirements.
D & D DESIGN OF ALABAMA, INC., Huntsville, Alabama * 2007-2010
Industrial consulting and CAD design firm.
Quality Assurance Specialist (Mechanical), and Zeiss CMM Programming Consultant
Executed comprehensive Quality inspections of automotive components, and introdu
ced new inspection procedures facilitating plant consolidation efforts. Develope
d programs utilizing Zeiss languages of UMESS-UX, KUM-UX, GON-UX, and STRATA. Li
aised with management and engineering in Zeiss inspection programming design for
Delphi Saginaw Michigan Plants 4, 6, & 7, as well as programming design and ong
oing inspections for Delphi Saginaw Alabama Plants 21 & 23. Executed training s
essions for Zeiss CMM operators, and taught Quality classes for management, engi
neering, floor inspectors, and production personnel. Played key role in product
development and troubleshooting in tandem with Delphi senior engineers. Recogniz
ed for expertly interpreting blueprints inundated with Geometrical Dimensioning
and Tolerance (GD&T) specifications, and facilitating revisions. Demonstrated ex
pertise in troubleshooting Delphi Saginaw and supplier quality issues, determini
ng cause and effect, and recommending processes resulting in timely resolution.
Completed First Article and PPAP submissions. Utilized profilometers, calipers,
micrometers, micro-hites, tallyrounds, optical comparators, Zeiss coordinate mea
suring machines, Rockwell hardness testers, and surface plate instruments. Respo
nsible for gage calibration and repair.
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Key Accomplishments:
* Ensured successful consolidation of Delphi Saginaw Steering Plants in the Qual
ity spectrum through crafting new inspection procedures, writing Zeiss CMM inspe
ction programming, managing transfer of quality procedures and inspection progra
ms, and facilitating closing and consolidation of Plant 23 to Plant 4. Forged ac
tion plans, controlled resources and aggressive time constraints, and gained res
pect of Staff and Manufacturing Engineers at all levels through offering strateg
ic insights and strengthening lines of communication.
* Noted for superior programming, transfer, fixturing, and installation of new a
nd revised Zeiss programs for Delphi Saginaw Michigan, as well as aiding shutdow
n efforts for 2 Delphi Saginaw Alabama plants.
* Created for Delphi Saginaw Michigan, Zeiss programs and fixtures for prototype
and future product lines and delivering direct technical support to managers, e
ngineers, inspectors, and floor personnel.

DELPHI SAGINAW STEERING CORPORATION, Tanner, Alabama * 1984-2007

Manufacturer of automotive steering components and assemblies.
Tooling Inspector, Quality Assurance Specialist (Mechanical), CMM Programmer
Designed and developed Zeiss inspection programs for production operations, tool
ing and gage inspection, PPAP submissions, First Articles, R&D, and troubleshoot
ing spanning Alabama, Michigan, Mexico, and Korea facilities. Collaborated with
engineering at Delphi Saginaw Alabama and Michigan plants on inspection program
development and dimensional metrology. Noted for quickly identifying issues and
determining corrective actions. Inspected, adjusted, and verified accuracy of ga
ges and measuring instruments to ensure conformance to ISO 9001 standards, and c
ontributed heavily to audit process. Offered insights to quality and manufacturi
ng engineers regarding new product development. Selected outside calibration and
repair suppliers, ensuring compliance to ISO 9001 standards and 17025 certifica
tion. Liaised with Quality Engineers on supplier quality issues and developed Ze
iss inspection programs for detailed dimensional reports. Aided in purchasing me
asuring instruments, and coordinated necessary repairs. Inspected a wide array o
f tooling and machined automotive components with CMM and Plate inspection metho
ds to ensure conformance to specs.
Key Accomplishments:
* Conceived, developed, and executed Quality Inspection and Gaging Practices cla
sses for management, engineering, floor supervisors, floor quality personnel, an
d production personnel, implemented both domestically and worldwide. Determined
specific departmental needs, and formulated presentation stressing accessibility
and clarity. Resulted in 50% ($1.5 million) reduction in scrap losses at the Al
abama site.
* Drove efforts to eliminate outside sourced Zeiss CMM inspection programs throu
gh personally writing programs in-house, resulting in $150,000 in annual savings
.
* Inspected, tested, and adjusted new and reworked tools, dies, gages, jigs, fix
tures and automotive components for conformance to blueprint specs such as dimen
sions, tolerances, surface finish, and hardness.
* Noted for successfully generating Zeiss programs for complex components with c
lose tolerances and demanding Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) spec
ifications.
* Created tailored MS Excel programs for performing geometric and mathematical c
alculations required in the inspection process.
* Recognized as team member able to successfully conduct critical inspections, p
rioritize effective training measures, and proactively share knowledge.
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CALHOUN COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Decatur, Alabama * 2004-2005
Educational institution.
Adjunct Instructor, Aerospace Technologies
Applied far-ranging industry expertise in developing and teaching classes in Aer
ospace Blueprint Reading, GD&T, and Dimensional Metrology. Served as a crucial r
esource to students, determining particular needs and offering guidance. Garnere
d outstanding results on student evaluations.

TURNER MACHINE, INC., Athens, Alabama * 1983-1984

Tool and Die Machine shop.
Machinist
Executed daily operations of mills, lathes, and surface grinders. Assessed bluep
rints, sketches, and models, and planned layout. Selected, aligned, and secured
holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on mach
ines such as mills, lathes, jig bores, and precision grinders. Calculated and se
t controls regulating machining factors such as speed, coolant flow, and depth/a
ngle of cut.
Note: Additional Machinist experience includes work for Automation Design, Unite
d Technologies/United Space Boosters Inc., Winco, Inc., Matthews Machine Co. Inc
., and 44E10 (Machinist) for U.S. Army.

EDUCATION & ADVANCED TRAINING

Associate Degree in Applied Science, Aerospace Technology Manufacturing and Fabr
ication
Calhoun Community College, Decatur, Alabama (Graduate Spring 2010)
(Summa Cum Laude)
Open-DMIS Programming- Certificate of Completion
Xspect Solutions, Michigan
GON-UX Programming- Certificate of Completion
STRATA Programming- Certificate of Completion
KUM-UX Programming- Certificate of Completion
Advanced UMESS-UX Programming- Certificate of Completion
Basic UMESS-UX Programming- Certificate of Completion
Carl Zeiss IMT, Alabama/Minnesota/Michigan
Machinist Apprenticeship- Certificate of Completion
U.S. Department of Labor
Machinist Apprenticeship- Certificate of Completion of Approved Program of Veter
anas Education
Alabama Department of Education, Program of Veteranas Affairs
Cover Letter Enclosed
THOMAS C. LOYD
1209 19th Avenue SW * Decatur, Alabama 35601
Home: 256-351-2329 Cell: 256-616-3109 * tlf9a36e@westpost.net
Dear Sir/Dear Madam:
As a driven and accomplished professional who has executed in-depth quality insp
ections, spurred new product development, and crafted inspection programs via Ze
iss CMM expertise in UMESS-UX, KUM-UX, GON-UX, STRATA, and Open DMIS languages,
I am now seeking the opportunity to join your team in a Quality Assurance Specia
list (Mechanical) capacity. Possessing honed skills in product development, trou
bleshooting issues, audit management, gage and measuring instrument conformance
to ISO 9001 standards, selection and Q/A of suppliers, CMM inspection, CMM progr
am development, Plate inspection, and development and teaching of Quality Inspec
tion and Gaging Practices courses. I am confident in my abilities to deliver sup
erior results as a member of your team.
A sample of my highlights includes:
* Creating Open-DMIS CMM programs and OGP VISION programs for inspection of geom
etrically complex medical implant devices and surgical robotic components.
* Ensuring successful consolidation of Delphi Saginaw Steering Plants in the Qua
lity spectrum through crafting new inspection procedures, writing Zeiss CMM insp
ection programming, managing transfer of quality procedures and inspection progr
ams, and facilitating closing and consolidation of Plant 23 to Plant 4. Forged a
ction plans, controlled resources and aggressive time constraints, and gained re
spect of Staff Engineers and Engineers at all levels through offering strategic
insights and strengthening lines of communication.
* Creating Delphi Saginaw Michigan Zeiss programs and fixtures for prototype and
future product lines.
* Delivering direct technical support to Managers, Engineers, Tooling Inspectors
and Floor Personnel.
* Conceiving and executing Quality and Gaging Practices class for management, en
gineers, floor supervisors, floor quality personnel, and production personnel, i
mplemented across Delphi Corporation both domestically and worldwide. Determined
specific departmental quality needs, and formulated presentation stressing acce
ssibility and clarity. Resulted in 50% ($1.5 million) reduction in scrap losses.
* Driving efforts to eliminate outside sourced Zeiss CMM inspection programs thr
ough personally writing programs in-house, resulting in $150,000 in annual savin
gs.
* Creating tailored MS Excel programs for performing geometric and mathematical
calculations required in the inspection process.
* Recognized as a team member able to successfully conduct critical inspections,
prioritize effective training measures, and proactively share knowledge.
Please accept this letter and enclosed resume as an introduction to my skills an
d background. For a more detailed presentation of my offerings, feel free to con
tact me at your earliest convenience to schedule a conference. Thank you in adva
nce for your consideration and I look forward to our conversation.

Sincerely,

Thomas C. Loyd
Resume